P280B OBD-II: Transmission Range Sensor "B" Circuit not Learned

P280B Severity

Urgent

Should you fix P280B 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.

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What causes OBD-II fault code P280B?

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 P280B being set.

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OBD II Fault Code

  • OBD II P280B

OBD-II Code Transmission may not shift properly is defined as a Transmission Range Sensor "B" 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 P280B being set.

Transmission may not shift properly Symptoms

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Transmission may not shift properly

Common Problems That Trigger the P280B Code

  • Transmission range sensor recalibration procedure
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