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PowertrainP280A

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Transmission range sensor 'A' circuit not learned

19 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 19

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP280ANo description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
BYDP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
CheryP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
DFFSP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
DFFXP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
DFXKP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
EOBDP280AVäxellägegivare 'A' krets ej inlärd BrandPowertrain
GeelyP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
GMP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
Great WallP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
HafeiP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP280ANo description available Powertrain
Land RoverP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
NissanP280ANo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP280ANo description available Powertrain
SaabP280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P280ATransmission Range Sensor 'A' Circuit Not Learned BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP280ATransmission range sensor 'A' circuit not learned BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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