Diagnostic trouble code
P0706
Powertrain
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Powertrain (P)
Transmission
Transmission range sensor range / performance
The transmission range sensor signal does not match the lever position.
What P0706 means
The transmission range sensor signal does not match the lever position.
Symptoms you may notice
- Wrong gear shown on cluster
- No start in P/N
- Limp mode
Possible causes
- Misadjusted shift linkage
- Faulty range sensor
- Wiring fault
Causes are listed from most to least likely for this code. Confirm the actual cause with the diagnostic checks before replacing parts.
Checks to run
- Compare sensor readings to lever positions
- Adjust linkage
- Test wiring
Tools you may need
Multimeter
OBD-II scanner
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Verification and editorial notes
UnverifiedThis page has not been technically verified yet. Confirm the diagnosis and measurements in the workshop manual for your vehicle.
Diagnose before replacing. A diagnostic trouble code identifies the circuit or
system the control unit flagged. It does not prove that a particular part has failed. Confirm
the cause with the measurements and checks above, and follow the workshop manual for your exact
engine before replacing parts or clearing codes.