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Pinpoint Test V: TR Sensor: Notes

Diagnostic Overview 

Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in Service Information for information about these practices.

Refer to Transmission Controls - 6F50/6F55 for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

The TR sensor is a 6-pin connector located inside the transmission at the manual control lever. The TR sensor sends a signal to the PCM to start the vehicle when the manual control lever is in PARK or NEUTRAL. The TR sensor contains 4 switches that are monitored by the PCM to determine the manual control lever position.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

DTC  Description  Fault Trigger Conditions 
P0706 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance Mechanical or electrical fault. Input from the TR sensor did not change or is intermittent.
P0707 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit Low TR sensor circuit open or short to ground.
P0708 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit High TR sensor circuit open.
P0709 Transmission Range Sensor "A" Circuit Intermittent TR sensor circuit open or short to ground.
P1702 Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Intermittent TR sensor circuit open or short to ground.
P1705 Transmission Range Circuit Not Indicating Park/Neutral During Self Test TR sensor misaligned or in wrong position during the self-test.
P1921 Transmission Range Signal The PCM has detected a TR signal duty cycle out of range.

Possible Sources