check engine code P0705 on Ford Focus?

Question

2002 Ford Focus the check engine light was on. Mechanic says it is a transmission range sensor circuit malfunction PRNDL input. This mechanic doesn't deal with transmissions. Now the transmission light is on. I'm wondering what this code means and if it is an easy fix. My hubsband is pretty handy.

Answer 1

I went through some of your old questions and noticed a few about buying a D90. I use a D200 and a D90, so here's the deal...



As for the camera not focusing properly, that could be one of several things:



If the camera is not focusing at all, check that the switch on the lens is in AF position. Also check that the switch on the body next to the lens is in the AF position. If that doesn't do the trick, remove the lens and clean the electronic contact points where the lens meets the body.



If the camera is making an effort to focus but can't lock on to anything, it might be too dark. Or you might be too close to your subject. Closer than, say, 2 feet with most lenses.



And if the camera is focusing beautifully but often on the wrong thing, take more control and use only a single AF point. This way you can tell the camera exactly what to focus on instead of letting it guess. To do this, go into the menu and select Custom Setting Menu, Autofocus, AF-area mode, Single Point. You can then use the thumb-pad to select a specific AF point for every shot. I always use the central AF point for the fastest results and recompose before taking the picture.



Which brings me to the next setting.... to force the camera to always take a picture when you press the shutter button - whether it thinks you're in focus or not - you´ll have to change the AF mode. (The factory default is a nightmare when you focus and recompose.) To do this, press the AF button on the top panel and turn the control dial until the top LCD panel changes from AF-A to AF-S.



That's a lot of text, but your question wasn´t very detailed and the D90 is a complex bit of equipment. Rest assured though - if you are up to shooting a wedding, so is the D90. (No matter how good you are, shooting a wedding is one heck of a hard thing to do well. There´s a hundred things going on at once and almost no margin for error.)

Answer 2

You need to replace or re-align the transmission range sensor (TRS). It is basically a multi position switch located on the front of the transaxle right where the shift position lever is.

The trans will still work with a malfunctioning TRS. There is a manual control (valvebody manual valve) for the main gear selections P,R,D. There are actually only three different hydraulic circuit selections with the manual valve. P/N (uses the same), R , and D (includes manual 1st and 2nd).

1st gear won't engage because that selection is controlled by the switch only. 2nd selection is also controlled by the TRS and not the manual valve.



There are two bolts that hold the sensor to the transaxle case. Very easy to replace with only one jack slightly lifting up the driver side. The holes in the TRS are slotted to allow for adjustment. Usually adjustment is only need when installing a new sensor, or the old one was knocked loose.



They usually malfunction from moisture and contamination, like any sensor or switch.

To align the range sensor, you should use the specialty tool (OTC 317-415), but it is not necessary if you are paying close attention.



That rectangular end of the manual control rod fits the lever with ball end for the shift cable to attach. Behind the lever, where the TRS is, the rod is round with a slot that is keyed for the TRS (like the Zetec crank pulley). You want to match TRS key with the rod slot then slide the TRS down into place.

Before you tighten the TRS bolt down, align it like in the picture. I never really needed to use the alignment tool, I just "feel" the switches position while it is still loose on the rod, eyeball it and tighten it down.



I forgot one important tip:



ALWAYS HOLD THE MANUAL CONTROL LEVER WHEN TIGHTENING OR LOOSENING ITS BOLT- OR DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.

Answer 3

Yes it is a trouble code for that problem in the transmission. That's the great thing about trouble codes. Now, ask you husband to read a Chilton's Repair manual to see if he's up on fixing it. Here's a youtube about that. You can watch it together: https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=how+to+fix+2002+ford+focus+p0705+&view=detail&mid=3C669E359183458B11923C669E359183458B1192&FORM=VIRE

Answer 4

find local shop at ATRA.COM. he could replace the sensor its located on the linkage bolted to the transmission. changing it will probably take care of the problem unless its a electrical problem which means a few more headaches

Answer 5

Read and learn: https://www.obd-codes.com/p0705