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Test Description

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The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. 5. By disconnecting the transmission range switch, the ground path of all TR switch circuits would be removed and the PCM would recognize all circuits as open. The scan tool will display HI for all range signals.
  2. 6. This step tests TR switch wiring for an open or the lack of the signal voltage from the PCM.
  3. 7. This step tests TR switch wiring and the PCM by providing a ground path through a fused jumper wire. When grounded, the scan tool range signal A should change to LOW.
  4. 8. This step tests TR switch wiring and the PCM by providing a ground path through a fused jumper wire. When grounded, the scan tool range signal B should change to LOW.
  5. 9. This step tests TR switch wiring and the PCM by providing a ground path through a fused jumper wire. When grounded, the scan tool range signal C should change to LOW.
Fig 1: DTC P0706 (1 Of 3)
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Fig 2: DTC P0706 (2 Of 3)
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Fig 3: DTC P0706 (3 Of 3)
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