Symptom:

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Engine cannot be started with selector lever in P or N position .
Engine can be started with selector lever in D , 2 , 1 or R position .

CHECK PNP SWITCH CIRCUIT
With CONSULT-II

Fig 1: Checking Park/Neutral Position Switch Circuit
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Does TCM INPUT SIGNALS in DATA MONITOR show damage to PNP switch circuit?

Without CONSULT-II

Does self-diagnosis show damage to PNP switch circuit?

Yes or No
1. Yes: Check PNP switch circuit. Refer to DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH .
2. No: GO TO 2.
CHECK PNP SWITCH INSPECTION
Check for short or open of PNP switch harness connector terminals 1 and 2. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .

Fig 2: Checking Park/Neutral Position Switch Harness Connector Terminals Open Or Short
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 3.
2. NG: Repair or replace PNP switch.
CHECK STARTING SYSTEM
Check starting system. Refer to STARTING SYSTEM .

OK or NG
1. OK: INSPECTION END
2. NG: Repair or replace damaged parts.