DTC P1709: Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch Out Of Self-Test Range

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P1709 - PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH OUT OF SELF-TEST RANGE

Description: This DTC indicates that the voltage is high when it should be low. Refer to the appropriate Automatic Transaxle/Transmission article.
Possible Causes: Damaged PNP or clutch pedal position (CPP) switch CPP circuit short to voltage CPP circuit open in the SIGRTN
Diagnostic Aids: When activating either the PNP or CPP switch, the voltage should cycle from 5 volts to low.
Application	Key On Engine Off	Key On Engine Running	Continuous Memory
All	Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC.