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P280A

DTC P280A

Diagnostic Instructions
^ Perform the [Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic Information] prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
^ Review [Strategy Based Diagnosis] for an overview of the diagnostic approach. Strategy Based Diagnosis
^ [Diagnostic Procedure Instructions - Vehicle Diagnostic Information] provides an overview of each diagnostic category. Diagnostic Procedure Instructions - Vehicle Diagnostic Information

DTC Descriptor
DTC P280A Transmission Range (TR) Switch Circuit Not Learned

Circuit/System Description
This diagnostic addresses if the Gear Selector Neutral Position has not been learned.

Conditions for Running the DTC
Not in Service Mode

Conditions for Setting the DTC
Gear Selector Neutral Position has not been learned

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
^ DTC P280A is a Type A DTC
^ Disable engine start

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTC P280A is a Type A DTC

Diagnostic Aids
Improper shift cable adjustment may cause DTC P280A to set.

Circuit/System Verification
1. Ignition ON, observe the DTC information with a scan tool.
2. Record Freeze Frame and Failure Records.
3. Clear DTC's.
4. Operate the vehicle under the conditions observed in the Failure Records.
5. Observe the DTC information with the scan tool. Verify that the DTC does not set.
> If DTC P280A is set, perform the [Transmission Adaptive Learn and Transmission Neutral Learn] procedure.

Repair Instructions
Perform the [Diagnostic Repair Verification - Vehicle Diagnostic Information] after completing the diagnostic procedure.