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P0491 Diagnostic Trouble Code Discussion for February 2026

Secondary AIR System Insufficient Flow Detected (Bank 1)


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Trouble Ticket Help Requests for DTC P0491
Help Request Posted
2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: WVWBB7AJ3C
P0491: secondary air injection insufficient flow. ... emissions test and the check engine light was on. P0491-Secondary AIR injection insufficient Flow. Checked AIR pump and inspected line between pump and AIR solenoid valve. No problems. Checked AIR solenoid valve and found it was sticking. Replaced val...
February 07, 2026