What does code P2280 mean?

Q: What does code P2280 mean?

Air Flow Restriction / Air Leak Between Air Filter and MAF. P2280 means the engine computer has detected a restriction in the intake air path or an unmetered air leak between the air filter housing and the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. The computer compares the MAF sensor's reported airflow against what it expects for the current engine speed and throttle position, and it sets this code when the measured airflow is lower than the model predicts.

DTC codes / P22xx · Fuel and air metering (injector circuits) / P2280

P2280Air Flow Restriction / Air Leak Between Air Filter and MAF

P2280 means the engine computer has detected a restriction in the intake air path or an unmetered air leak between the air filter housing and the mass air flow (MAF) sensor. The computer compares the MAF sensor's reported airflow against what it expects for the current engine speed and throttle position, and it sets this code when the measured airflow is lower than the model predicts.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeGeneric (all makes)

SeverityMedium

Fix difficultyDIY

AreaFuel and air metering (injector circuits)

Guidance is general and written for all OBD-II vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.