In this video I have a look at a 2007 Mazda RX8 that came in with the check engine light on and codes indicating a problem with the air injection reactor aka the "air pump." It had a code P0411 and a P2259. Evidently the customer had it at multiple shop and they changed out the AIR pump 4 TIMES!? Anyhow, let's see what is really wrong with it. -Enjoy!
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At least it won’t be rusted to death like US cars.
I have done the air pump delete, any tips how to trick the ecu the turn of the check engine? I just have the vacuum end plugged off.
I also got those two codes at the same time, cleared them couple of times but it keeps coming back. I guess its time to replace that solenoid.
P2259
Secondary air injection system (AIR), control B, – Circuit low
P0410
Secondary air injection (AIR) system – malfunction
Update: Ordered one solenoid, and had to take of the air intake manifold to change them. I found that one of the solenoids had a broken "nose pipe" (vacuum in/out which ever). Replaced it with the new one and thought it should fix it. And it did for a while until I went back on the highway recently and got only the P2259 again….. guess the one that was broken was not the one for air pump.
Hello, 2004 rx8 throwing code 2259. This video is impressive, and helps to understand. I subscribed because I also have a p0661 that's driving me nuts. Any advice?
Hope you can video, taking off the upper intake manifold…best replacement of all Qty 3 solenoids, uses same part # for SSV, VDI, Airpump. Will do mine soon.
Solenoid
Got shorts on and flip flops on today would not want to be there only in the ac weather
The big 1.3 litre engine?
Cool description of what's happening with the air pump
Hey, that was actually helpful and fun to watch. I just took my series 2 RX8 to get smogged and failed for the first time. We checked the codes and I found out my car has the P0410 CEL code for the air pump. I'm hoping i don't need to replace it, Mazda wants $500 and I'm pressed for cash haha!
Can’t pass emissions on my 2011 rx8 due to the P0410 code. Trying to find a good shop for her
Must be a pleasant change to have an engineered car in your workshop for a change
Great and easy way to test for backpressure for making sure the kitty isn't clogged (due to faulty ignition sending unburned mixture into the cat, messing up your engine.)
How is he turning on and off the air pump? He's doing that using his tablet right? Or am I mistaken? I would like to know so I can also check my air pump
Rotary engines are by far the worst shittiest engines ever made, but for drag racing are pretty fun
Had a similar problem with my 98 Z3, the air valve stuck open and exhaust gas backed up into the pump until it rusted solid. Fortunately there is a delete kit available for this. Once installed, no more check engine light.
hi mr o, i was coming out of hagerstown, md saturday afternoon and i went past a shop the was a sma. do you have a franchise down here in maryland?
Hey Eric,
Is that the MK908 you're using?
Thoughts??
nice find when it crapped out on you . does it always snow where you are ha ha
Finally caught one of those intermittent beasts. Thanks for the video.
A true professional always makes the job look easy. Clear thinking again from Eric. You put college professors to shame – Looks pretty chilly outside- 22C here in Spain – Great video.
Love those rotary cars, it’s a damn shame Mazda stopped making them.
Piston engine goes boing boing boing but the Mazdz goes HMMMMMMMMMMM ! Yes I'm old enough to remember that commercial…. yikes.
Great video Eric! Glad you caught it acting up!
Shouldn't the porter clean the snow off?
Wearing bling bling are we? tisk tisk..☹️
Remove the hose….see If she blows….That's how it's done fellas!!
Good diag Eric O @Southmainautorepairllc
You forgot to add the dollar symbol next to MIL…
Do you get a lot of RX 7/8/9's up there?
Great video
what brand scan tool are you useing
Great explanation Eric. You should draw more on that whiteboard.
Smart idea start kicking out mor new videos i
you know everybody’s home you make more money
So where does the solenoid gets its ground?
The snow on the RX8 was a nice touch
A rotary that still has an emissions system? Dang, that's a rare sight.
My rotary is over here with the belt running the air pump removed because the pulley was misaligned, didn't feel like fixing it since its an 80s car. We don't have emissions regulations on cars over 25 years old here, so I'm in the process of removing as much of the emissions system as I can.
Did someone say corona I'll take a six pack..
I see your problem lady, someone installed your vacuum cleaner in your car….
anybody still remember a "carburetor" ?? just curious
Changing the same part 4 times proves that someone failed to correctly diagnose it 4 times. Throwing parts at a problem is just not a good way to troubleshoot…..
In all fairness they dont make Rx8's either. But like you said potato pototo
Question? When you are using a test light to check control from pcm. What amperage are you comfortable pulling ?? Thankyou
Brilliant white board explanation.
Great explanation. Thanks, Eric.
I had to do a SAS on my 03 Cadillac, turned out to the the pump it self but had to do the whole testing from the fuse to the relay to the actual control valves before checking the pump…the pump was full of water! Imagine that.
What was the voltage at the ground switched side of solenoid after the valve stopped work in video?
You don't need the airpump, delete it.
RX7 is a hit. We should build an RX8. It will be heavier, slower, and have an extra suicide door for moms to load baby seats. Sports car people will love it!
I have a sort of pen, reacts to the magnetic field of solenoids. You hold it near the solenoid and lights up if its working. Maybe a tip. I think it was pretty cheap.