P1705low severityPowertrain
Transmission Range Sensor Not in P/N During KOEO/KOER
on 1997 Ford Explorer 5.0L V8 · AWD
What this code means
The Transmission Range Sensor indicates the transmission is not in Park or Neutral during the Key On Engine Off or Key On Engine Running self-test. The test requires the vehicle to be in Park or Neutral.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Self-test failure
Common causes
- Vehicle not in Park or Neutral during test
- Faulty Transmission Range Sensor
- TRS out of adjustment
- Wiring issue
Diagnostic steps
- Ensure vehicle is in Park during self-test
- Test TRS signal on scan tool
- Check TRS adjustment
- Inspect TRS wiring
Repair notes
Ensure vehicle is in Park during test. Adjust or replace TRS if faulty.
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