P280A OBD-II: Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit not Learned
P280A Severity
Should you fix P280A 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.
What causes OBD-II fault code P280A?
Anytime the Transmission Range Sensor is replaced or transmission repairs are made, the Transmission Range Sensor needs to be recalibrated. Failure to calibrate the Transmission Range Sensor will result in code P280A being set.
OBD II Fault Code
- OBD II P280A
OBD-II Code Transmission may not shift properly is defined as a Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit not Learned
Anytime the Transmission Range Sensor is replaced or transmission repairs are made, the Transmission Range Sensor needs to be recalibrated. Failure to calibrate the Transmission Range Sensor will result in code P280A being set.
Transmission may not shift properly Symptoms
- Increased fuel consumption
- Transmission may not shift properly
Common Problems That Trigger the P280A Code
- Transmission range sensor recalibration procedure
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