P0706 Code - Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
Quick Answer
The Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch includes a transmission range switch. Common causes include Faulty Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch, Misadjusted Park/Neutral Position Switch, Park/Neutral Position Switch harness is open or shorted. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
- What it means
- P0706 indicates Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance.
- Common causes
- Common causes include Faulty Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch, Misadjusted Park/Neutral Position Switch, Park/Neutral Position Switch harness is open or shorted.
- Severity
- High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
- Can I drive?
- Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
Code P0706 Description
What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0706?
- Faulty Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
- Misadjusted Park/Neutral Position Switch
- Park/Neutral Position Switch harness is open or shorted
- Park/Neutral Position Switch circuit poor electrical connection
How to Fix the DTC P0706?
Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.
What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?
Labor: 1.0
To diagnose the P0706 code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.
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Information for Specific Makes
- P0706 Acura — Transmission Range Switch Open
- P0706 Audi — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Range Performance
- P0706 Chevrolet — Transmission Range Switch Performance
- P0706 Chrysler — Transmission Range Sensor Rationality
- P0706 Dodge — Transmission Range Sensor Rationality
- P0706 Ford — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 GMC — Transmission Range Switch Performance
- P0706 Honda — Transmission Range Switch Open
- P0706 Hyundai — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 Isuzu — Transmission Range Switch Fault
- P0706 Jaguar — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 Jeep — Transmission Range Sensor Rationality
- P0706 KIA — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 Lincoln — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 Mazda — Transmission Range Switch Open Circuit
- P0706 Mercedes-Benz — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 Mercury — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Performance
- P0706 Mitsubishi — Transmission Range Sensor Rationality
- P0706 Pontiac — Transmission Range Switch Performance
- P0706 RAM — Transmission Range Sensor Rationality
- P0706 Saturn — Transmission Range Switch Performance
- P0706 Suzuki — Transmission Range Sensor Performance
- P0706 Volkswagen — Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Range Performance
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