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Hi , like I said I’m not mechanically minded but I have researched this problem over the last few years on Subaru Forums. Sometimes it’s not the Pump failing ( my pump is ok) it is the metal port flaps seizing open or closed which sets off the Engine Warning Light on my car. You can remove the flaps and fit blanking plates but I cannot find anyone who can permanently remove the fault codes. I would love to be proved wrong. If I could get this problem solved I would keep the car. Thanks again for your input. John

Thanks for the information, much appreciated. I’m not mechanically minded so unable to fix my car. The Secondary Air Pump and it’s Removal can only be correctly done by a Subaru garage because they are the only ones who can remap the ECU on a non turbo Forester. I can’t get a “proper” mot done unless it is fixed. Quite sad really because it’s a good car. Regards John

My 2006 XC still look and drives well but MOT due in a month. She’s just returned from a pre mot check ( plus oil & filter change !!) Rear strut mounting are corroded ( approx £800) She’s also got the famous Secondary Air Pump( with the annoying Engine Warning Light)........158.000 on the clock and the drivers side window has stopped working (motor £400 +) What’s the best way to make some money out of her disposal ?? Regards John