OBD Guide

P0708

Transmission Range Sensor A Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light is on
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • The car does not start (does not see P/N)
  • Incorrect display of selector position on the dashboard
  • Gear shifting problems

Causes

  • Transmission Range Sensor (TRS) Malfunction
  • Short circuit to positive in the sensor circuit
  • Broken or damaged sensor wiring harness
  • Poor contact in sensor connectors
  • Transmission control module (TCM) malfunction

How to Fix

  1. Check TRS sensor voltage and resistance according to specification
  2. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage
  3. Check the circuit between the sensor and the TCM for a short or open circuit.
  4. Replace transmission range sensor if necessary
  5. If the problem persists, check the TCM

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