P2280 OBD-II: Air Flow Restriction/Air Leak Between Air Filter and MAF

P2280 Severity

Urgent

Should you fix P2280 yourself?

Identifying an OBD code is just the start of a complete diagnostic routine. Most trouble codes are caused by a sensor reporting a value that is out of range. Just replacing a sensor may not fix underlying issues. Be sure to understand the code, the part or system in your car that the code refers to, and the risks of delaying professional repair.

Proper diagnosis will save you time and money on unnecessary repairs.

Urgent codes indicate immediate action is necessary. These are urgent and significant malfunctions that can cause severe damage to the vehicle or harm the driver and passengers.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P2280?

The engine computer (PCM) monitors the airflow through the engine. If there is sudden drop in airflow, code P2280 will be stored.

OBD II Fault Code

OBD II P2280

OBD-II Code Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor failure is defined as a Air Flow Restriction/Air Leak Between Air Filter and MAF

The engine computer (PCM) monitors the airflow through the engine. If there is sudden drop in airflow, code P2280 will be stored.

Common Problems That Trigger the P2280 Code

Clogged air filter
Debris blocking the inlet hose
Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor failure

Common Repairs Needed for the P2280 Code

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Other OBD-II Codes

P2279: Intake Air System Leak P2278: O2 Sensor Signals Swapped Bank 1 Sensor 3/Bank 2 Sensor 3 P2277: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Rich P2276: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Lean P2275: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Rich P2274: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Lean P2273: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Rich P2272: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Lean P2271: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Rich P2270: O2 Sensor Signal Biased/Stuck Lean P226B: Turbocharger/Supercharger Boost Pressure Too High - Mechanical P226A: Water in Fuel Lamp Control Circuit P2281: Air Leak Between MAF and Throttle Body P2282: Air Leak Between Throttle Body and Intake Valves P2283: Injector Control Pressure Sensor Circuit P2284: Injector Control Pressure Sensor Circuit Range/Performance P2285: Injector Control Pressure Sensor Circuit Low P2286: Injector Control Pressure Sensor Circuit High P2287: Injector Control Pressure Sensor Circuit Intermittent P2288: Injector Control Pressure Too High P2289: Injector Control Pressure Too High - Engine Off P228A: Fuel Pressure Regulator 1 - Forced Engine Shutdown P228B: Fuel Pressure Regulator 2 - Forced Engine Shutdown P228C: Fuel Pressure Regulator 1 Exceeded Control Limits - Pressure Too

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