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2009 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

2.7L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
9 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1780high severityPowertrain

Park/Neutral Position Switch Malfunction

on 2009 Toyota Highlander 2.7L I4 · FWD

What this code means

The ECM/TCM detected a fault in the PNP switch signal.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • No start in Park/Neutral
  • Wrong gear indication
  • Backup lights malfunction

Common causes

  • Faulty PNP switch
  • Misadjusted switch
  • Damaged wiring
  • Corroded contacts

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test switch operation
  2. Adjust switch
  3. Inspect wiring
  4. Check connector

Repair notes

Replace or adjust PNP switch.

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