{"id":16042,"date":"2022-03-15T03:09:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-15T10:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=16042"},"modified":"2024-01-31T17:03:39","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T01:03:39","slug":"p0706-code-transmission-range-sensor-a-circuit-range-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0706-code-transmission-range-sensor-a-circuit-range-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"P0706 Code: Transmission Range Sensor \u201cA\u201d Circuit Range\/Performance"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_7fb86e-be{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_7fb86e-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_7fb86e-be qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-d43866  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-63e98e\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_15e764-b5\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_15e764-b5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_15e764-b5\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_15e764-b5 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_15e764-b5\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>An incorrect signal from the transmission range sensor can cause the powertrain control module (PCM) to log a P0706 code.<\/li><li>If this code is set, the engine might start at a gear outside of neutral or park. The vehicle can also go into limp mode.<\/li><li>A faulty sensor, poor connections, defective valve body, and shift linkage problems are some of the most common reasons why on-board diagnostics (OBD) will log this code.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>In a car with an automatic transmission, the transmission range (TR) sensor tells the transmission control module (TCM) whether the gear selector is in Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, or Low (PRNDL). When the signal from the TR signal is not what the TCM expects, code P0706 is set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does the P0706 Code Mean?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/search-obd2-codes-list\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Diagnostic trouble code\">Diagnostic trouble code<\/a> (DTC) P0706 stands for &ldquo;Transmission Range Sensor &ldquo;A&rdquo; Circuit Range\/Performance.&rdquo; It warns that the PCM detects an incorrect signal from the TR sensor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transmission-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission control module\">transmission control module<\/a>(TCM) regulates the transmission, much like how the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/engine-control-module\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"engine control module\">engine control module<\/a> (ECM) runs the engine and its related systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"automatic shifting gear\" class=\"wp-image-67674\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/automatic-shifting-gear.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Your car&rsquo;s transmission range sensor tells the transmission control module whether the gear selector is in Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, or Low. When the signal from the TR signal is not what the TCM expects, code P0706 is set.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The ECM will only allow the engine to start with the transmission at park or neutral transmission. To find out the position of the gear shifter, it consults with the transmission range sensor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also called the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/neutral-safety-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"neutral safety switch\">neutral safety switch<\/a> or the PRNDL input switch, this sensor sits right next to the transmission&rsquo;s manual valve. It checks the position of the gear shifter and sends voltage signals to the control modules that correspond to the transmission positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A code P0706 may allow the engine to start outside of neutral or park. The PCM may also force the vehicle into a safe mode.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re planning to troubleshoot code P0706 yourself, you can read our technical discussion about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p0705-code-transmission-range-sensor-circuit-malfunction-prndl-input\/#An_In-Depth_Look_at_How_Transmission_Range_Sensors_Work\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"how transmission range sensors work\">how transmission range sensors work<\/a> for more useful information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p> <em><strong>Note<\/strong>: The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) set the generic code P0706. The vehicle&rsquo;s manufacturer may have programmed a different definition for this code. Check the appropriate repair manual.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Possible Causes of the P0706 Code?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A faulty transmission range sensor<\/li><li>An issue with the TR sensor circuit, such as damaged wires or poor connections<\/li><li>Bad or failing transmission <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/valve-body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"valve body\">valve body<\/a><\/li><li>Issues with the shift linkage<\/li><li>An issue with the TCM<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Common Symptoms of Code P0706?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"difficulty shifting into second gear\" class=\"wp-image-16046\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/difficulty-shifting-into-second-gear.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>A common symptom of the P0706 code is difficulty changine gears. However, in some cases, the driver may not experience any signs at all. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When your car experiences a problem that triggers the P0706 code, it may cause the following warning signs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Check engine light illuminates\">Check engine light illuminates<\/a><\/li><li>Vehicle doesn&rsquo;t shift correctly between gears<\/li><li>Vehicle doesn&rsquo;t get into gear at all<\/li><li>Vehicle starts in a gear other than Park or Neutral<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/my-car-wont-start-what-should-i-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Vehicle does not start\">Vehicle does not start<\/a><\/li><li>Vehicle stuck in limp mode<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some instances may involve issues with the engine&rsquo;s performance. On rare occasions, the driver may not notice any conditions associated with the P0706 code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Diagnose the P0706 Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Range\/Performance Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Car owners with sufficient knowledge and experience in DIY auto repair can attempt to determine what caused the P0706 code. The following video can give you an idea of what the diagnostic process might involve:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-4-3 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"P0706 Diagnosis and Repair\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VeET-xTsF3U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Fix the P0706 Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The P0706 code is a generic trouble code that could apply to different makes and models. The symptoms experienced by vehicles from different manufacturers may be similar, but the steps for fixing a P0706 code in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/chrysler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chrysler\">Chrysler<\/a> may not be the same for fixing one in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/honda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Honda\">Honda<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can leave the fixing to your mechanic or you can do it yourself if you have the necessary tools and automotive DIY skills. If you decide to try the fix yourself, it will be helpful to refer to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-you-should-always-consult-a-repair-manual\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"repair manual\">repair manual<\/a> or get factory vehicle repair information from an online subscription service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Buy New Transmission Parts for Your Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t let your vehicle hang out in the garage for days because of the issues caused by the P0706 code. If you need to replace any of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/transmissions-and-shifters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission parts\">transmission parts<\/a> mentioned above, don&rsquo;t put off shopping for the component you need. Whatever you&rsquo;re in the market for to clear this trouble code, you&rsquo;ll find it without any hassle at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take your pick from only the best aftermarket brands. All our parts also passed the highest quality control standards to ensure they&rsquo;re built to last. To start shopping, fill out our vehicle selector to narrow down your options to compatible parts. Then, use the filters to further funnel the results based on the preferred brand, price, and features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our catalog includes accurate and detailed fitment information, so you&rsquo;re sure to get exactly what you need to clear this trouble code. 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