P2444
DTC P2444
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC P2444
- Secondary Air Injection (AIR) System Pump Stuck On
Diagnostic Fault Information
Typical Scan Tool Data
Circuit/System Description
The secondary air injection (AIR) system aids in the reduction of hydrocarbon emissions during a cold start. The system forces fresh filtered air into the exhaust stream in order to accelerate the catalyst operation. An electric air pump, the secondary AIR injection pump, provides filtered air on demand to the AIR control solenoid valve/pressure sensor assembly. The AIR control solenoid valve/pressure sensor assembly controls the flow of air from the AIR pump to the exhaust manifold. The AIR valve relay supplies the current needed to operate the AIR control solenoid valve/pressure sensor assembly. A pressure sensor is used to monitor the air flow from the AIR pump. The engine control module (ECM) supplies the internal pressure sensor with a 5-volt reference, an electrical ground, and a signal circuit.
The AIR diagnostic uses 3 phases to test the AIR system:
1. DTCs P0411 and P2430 run during Phase 1
2. DTCs P2430 and P2440 run during Phase 2
3. DTC P2444 runs during Phase 3
During phase 1, both the AIR pump and the solenoid valve are activated. Normal secondary air function occurs. Expected system pressure is 8-10 kPa above BARO.
During phase 2, only the AIR pump is activated. The solenoid valve is closed. Pressure sensor performance and solenoid valve deactivation are tested. Expected system pressure is 15-20 kPa above BARO.
During phase 3, neither the AIR pump nor the solenoid valve is activated. AIR pump deactivation is tested. Expected system pressure equals BARO.
In all 3 phases, testing is accomplished by comparing the measured pressure against the expected pressure. The ECM can detect faults in the AIR pump, AIR control solenoid valve/pressure sensor assembly, and the exhaust check valve. The pressure sensor can also detect leaks and restrictions in the secondary AIR system plumbing.
Conditions for Running the DTC
* DTCs P0101, P0102, P0103, P0107, P0108, P0112, P0113, P0116, P0117, P0118, P0201-P0206, P0300, P0411, P0412, P0418, P0420, P0606, P0641, P0651, P2430, P2431, P2432, P2433 are not set.
* The system voltage is 9-18 volts.
* The BARO parameter is more than 70 kPa.
* The MAF sensor parameter is less than 33 g/s.
* The start-up engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between 5-50°C (41-122°F).
* The start-up intake air temperature (IAT) is between 5-60°C (41-140°F).
* The AIR system is commanded ON.
* The conditions are stable for more than 5 seconds.
* DTC P2444 runs once per trip at start-up when the above conditions are met and AIR pump operation is requested.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
* The measured AIR pressure is more than expected.
* DTC P2444 sets within 5 seconds when the above condition is met.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTC P2444 is a Type A DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
DTC P2444 is a Type A DTC.
Circuit/System Verification
1. If DTCs P0411, P0418, P2432 or P2433 are set, perform those diagnostics first.
2. Ignition ON, observe that the AIR pump is not activated.
^ If the AIR pump is activated, test the AIR pump voltage supply circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, test the AIR pump relay control circuit for a short to ground. If the circuits test normal, test the relay. If the circuits and relay test normal, replace the ECM.
3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze/Frame Failure Records data.
Component Testing
Relay Test
1. Test between the normally-closed switch terminals, if any, for 0 ohms.
2. Test between the normally-open switch terminals for infinite ohms.
3. Test between each switch terminal and either coil terminal for infinite ohms.
4. Connect the relay coil terminals to ground and fused power to energize the relay.
5. Test between each switch terminal and each coil terminal for 0 volts.
6. Test between the normally-closed switch terminals, if any, for infinite ohms.
7. Test between the normally-open switch terminals for 0 ohms.
Repair Instructions
* Secondary Air Injection Pump Replacement
* Secondary Air Injection Pump Hose Replacement
* Secondary Air Injection Feed Tube Replacement
* Secondary Air Injection Shutoff and Check Valve Replacement
* Secondary Air Injection Pipe Replacement
* Engine Control Module Replacement for replacement, setup, and programming
Repair Verification
With the ignition ON and the engine OFF, observe that the AIR pump is not operating.