P0706 on Ford Vehicles
The range sensor works electrically, but its reading doesn't match where the lever and gears really are. P0706 →
24Complaints mentioning the code
#1Rank among 3 brands
0.9%Share of Ford DTC complaints
In NHTSA owner complaints we analyzed for Ford, P0706 was mentioned 24 times.
Notes by brand
Ford's external range sensors (MLP or DTR) have to be set with an alignment tool on the shift shaft. Range/performance codes after a transmission swap or sensor replacement are very often just a misaligned sensor, so check alignment before ordering parts.
Most mentioned models
| Ford F-150 SUPERCAB | 13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 CREW CAB | 7 | |
| Ford Expedition | 3 | |
| Ford Transit | 1 |
Model years mentioned
Components named in these complaints
- Power Train (22)
- Electrical System (4)
- Vehicle Speed Control (3)
- Unknown Or Other (2)
- Engine (2)
Often appears together with
P0707
Powertrain
The range sensor signal voltage is below its lowest valid value – usually a short to ground…
Moderate
P0705
Powertrain
The computer can't make sense of the gear selector position signal – P, R, N, D may be misread.
Moderate
P0720
Powertrain
Electrical fault in the output shaft speed signal – shift timing and sometimes the speedometer…
Moderate
Possible causes
- Range sensor out of adjustment relative to the shift shaft
- Worn shift cable bushing, stretched cable or loose linkage
- Internally worn range sensor giving drifting position signals
- Loose sensor mounting bolts or damaged shaft splines
Related codes
Source: NHTSA Complaints API (US government open data), analyzed by DTC mention.