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Old 01-17-2014, 06:00 PM
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So last week when I came home I noticed my air pump stayed on after the car was off for a few moments, maybe 10 seconds or so. I didnt think too much of it at the time, but then realized that I don't have a cat on my car. I drove the car for the first time since then today, and it's about 50 degrees outside and the airpump turns on immediately upon me starting the car.
EDIT: I should add that i do not have a CEL currently

Should I be looking into replacing the Relay or deleting the airpump altogether, or is this normal for the airpump?

This is a MY00 with a CAI, test pipe and exhaust, btw

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Old 01-18-2014, 07:17 PM
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If you end up needing a new relay, I have an extra one laying around I'll sell to you.
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It is designed to run when you start the car up, so that is normal. Not sure about it running 10 minutes after shutdown, I've never heard of that happening.
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It didnt run for 10 min, but 10 seconds after the engine was off. Maybe i mistook it for the radiator fans? I doubt it, but i would rule out the possibility. I need to drive it some more to see if the issue arises again. ß
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Almost certainly a sticking air pump relay; the air pump's stator will eventually melt from running too long & overheating. Very common problem.

http://www.izzeracing.com/2009-05-26_200503_411.pdf
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