Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0705
Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Malfunction
The transmission range sensor (PRNDL switch / inhibitor switch) signal is implausible — multiple positions active simultaneously, or no position recognized. Engine may refuse to start unless P or N is detected.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / 05
Possible causes
- Range sensor misadjusted high
- Range sensor failed medium
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–500 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–3 h
- Component: transmission range sensor
- Component: shift linkage
- MIL / check engine light
- limp mode possible
Sources
References
sae:J2012