OBD-II code guide

P0705 Transmission Range Sensor Circuit

P0705 means the transmission range sensor signal is missing, inconsistent, or out of expected range.

What it means

The vehicle may not know which gear position is selected.

Common symptoms

  • No start in park
  • Starts only in neutral
  • Wrong gear indicator
  • Harsh shifts
  • Transmission warning

Likely causes

  • Range sensor fault
  • Misadjusted shift linkage
  • Wiring issue
  • Connector corrosion
  • Transmission control problem

First checks

  • Try park and neutral only if safe.
  • Check whether reverse lights work correctly.
  • Inspect linkage adjustment.
  • Scan transmission data for selected range.