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P0708 Ford Code - Transmission Range Sensor Circuit High Input

Quick Answer

The park/neutral position (PNP) switch includes a transmission range switch. Common causes include Faulty Park/neutral position 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
P0708 Ford indicates Transmission Range Sensor Circuit High Input.
Common causes
Common causes include Faulty Park/neutral position 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.
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Code Popularity 76,511
How popular is this code, among other codes? Medium
Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Apr 04, 2021
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Code P0708 Ford Description

The park/neutral position (PNP) switch includes a transmission range switch. The transmission range switch detects the selector lever position when the shift lever is in the N or P shift position and sends a signal to the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
OBDII Code P0708 Ford - Transmission Range Sensor Circuit High Input - AutoCodes.com
P0708 Ford Code - Transmission Range Sensor Circuit High Input

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0708 Ford?

  • Faulty Park/neutral position 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 P0708 Ford?

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.

Code Tech Notes

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0708 Ford 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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