VW Air Pump Check Valve - Pierburg 022131101F

Product Information

The secondary air injection pump check valve helps reduce emissions by injecting extra air into the exhaust stream during cold starts. This additional air aids in burning any unburned fuel and reduces harmful emissions, particularly carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons, before the catalytic converter reaches operating temperature. The check valve is responsible for directing air into the exhaust and preventing exhaust gases from flowing back into the air injection pump.

• Check Engine Light: A common sign of a faulty check valve is the check engine light illuminating. The ECU will detect issues with the air injection system and log related error codes, such as P0410 or P0411
• Poor Engine Performance: When the check valve fails, you may experience rough idling, hesitation, or reduced acceleration, as the secondary air injection system plays a role in optimizing cold starts and early engine efficiency
• Increased Emissions: A failed check valve can lead to a rise in emissions due to unburned fuel in the exhaust. This issue might only be noticeable during an emissions test, but if left unresolved, it can impact the catalytic converter over time.

About Pierburg

Pierburg S.A. is a company that forms part of the KSPG AG Group, a worldwide leader in the design, development and production of automobile components. As a worldwide automotive provider, Pierburg S.A. holds a position as a leader in the automotive markets thanks to their competence in the areas of the reduction of emissions and secondary air management. The development of our products is carried out in close collaboration with well-known automotive manufacturers.

With a history beginning with the start of the automobile industry, Pierburg’s reputation has been that of superior engine expertise. Pierburg remains a pioneer in advanced pump technology working as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) for many European auto brands. Their product line ranges from coolant pumps, oil pumps and re-circulating water pumps, to vacuum pumps and many more. For every function, Pierburg produces a solution that provides the highest reliability, dependability, and functionality for automobiles.

Even before the talks of climate change, Pierburg had been working on finding solutions for ecological friendly vehicle technology, in order to slow fuel consumption and decrease emissions. One example is Pierburg’s line of on-demand oil and water pumps only run when needed resulting in reduced engine emissions.