P0280 Citroen Activa DTC Code

Citroen Activa Engine Specifications:

Engine Type :	Multi-Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :	V-Type Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :	Supercharged Engine

Your Citroen Activa engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code P0280 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the P0280 DTC For Citroen Activa.

On 1999 and later P0280 Citroen Activa engines, the instrument cluster has a built-in self-diagnostic mode that can be accessed by pressing and holding the instrument cluster SELECT/RESET button. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position (but don't crank or start engine). Continue to press and hold the SELECT/RESET button (for 5 seconds) until the word TEST is displayed by the odometer. Release the SELECT/RESET button within three seconds after the word TEST is displayed to begin the self-diagnostic mode.

P0280 Citroen Activa DTC Meaning

P	Powertrain Code - Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems.
0	SAE - Generic
2	Computer And Auxiliary Outputs
8	Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit Performance
0	Transmission Engaged At High Throttle Angle

The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. P0280 Citroen Activa code had an elaborate diagnostics procedure, including showing engine trouble codes on the air conditionning display. However, the system was troublesome, misunderstood by customers, and a rash of unpredictable failures led to the technology being quickly retired.