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P0705 Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 variants)

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation + 1 manufacturer-specific in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainTransmissionOBD2
Brand pages:Ford

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation

P0705
Transmission Range Sensor A Circuit malfunction (PRNDL Input) Generic · transmission Data confidence 85%

The control module detected improper operation of the Transmission Range Sensor A circuit.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • TR sensor/switch
  • ECM/PCM!TCM

Manufacturer-specific interpretations

Ford

5 interpretations
P0705:01
invalid pattern for digital TRS or general fault Ford · transmission Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0705:01 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as invalid pattern for digital trs or general fault. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0705:38
Out of range signal frequency for PWM TRS Ford · transmission Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0705:38 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as out of range signal frequency for pwm trs. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0705:48
Internal Control Module Transmission Range Sensor ‘A’ Performance Ford · software Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0705:48 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as internal control module transmission range sensor ‘a’ performance. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0705:84
Signal out of range low for PWM TRS Ford · transmission Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0705:84 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as signal out of range low for pwm trs. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0705:85
Open circuit for digital TRS or signal out of range high for PWM TRS Ford · transmission Data confidence 94%

Ford documents P0705:85 for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as open circuit for digital trs or signal out of range high for pwm trs. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.

Recommended checks

  • Perform a full module scan
  • Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
  • Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
  • Check power supplies and grounds
  • Compare commanded and measured values
  • Check applicable OEM service information
Applies to Ford gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years

Related and nearby codes

How to read P0705

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

705

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P0705

What does P0705 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (5 variants). The control module detected improper operation of the Transmission Range Sensor A circuit.

Is P0705 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P0705 exists both as a generic OBD-II code (same meaning on every make) and with 1 manufacturer-specific interpretation(s): Ford. Always read it in the context of your vehicle.

Can TuningBot remove P0705 at file level?

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