DTC P0705. Chevrolet Malibu 2005

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2005 🢒 Malibu 🢒 DTC 🢒 DTC P0705

DTC P0705 2.2L

Master Electrical Component List
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Control Module References

Circuit Description

The transmission range (TR) switch is part of the park/neutral position and back-up lamp switch assembly and is mounted on the transmission manual shaft. The TR switch is a multi-signal switch. The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies ignition voltage to the TR switch on four signal circuits, A, B, C, and P. Each gear selector lever position grounds one or more of the signal circuits in a unique pattern. In order to determine the gear range selected by the driver, the PCM compares the voltage combination on the signal circuits to a TR switch combination table stored in memory. Refer to Transmission Range Switch Logic .

When the PCM detects an invalid combination of TR switch signals, then DTC P0705 sets. DTC P0705 is a type C DTC.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0705 Transmission Range (TR) Switch Circuit

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running for 5 seconds or more.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The combination of TR switch signals is invalid for 10 seconds. Refer to Transmission Range Switch Logic .

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).

•	The PCM disables TAP shift functions.

•	The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as Failure Records.

•	The PCM stores DTC P0705 in PCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	A scan tool can clear the DTC.

•	The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring.

•	The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the DTC passes.

Test Description

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

By disconnecting the TR switch, the ground path for all TR switch circuits would be removed and the PCM should recognize all circuits as open. The scan tool should display HI for all range signals.

This step tests the TR switch wiring for an open or lack of signal voltage from the PCM.

This step tests the 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.

This step tests the 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.

This step tests the 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.

DTC P0705 (2.2L)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

Install a scan tool.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Select TR Sw. on the scan tool.
With the scan tool, observe the TR Sw. display while selecting each transmission range: P, R, N, D4, D3, D2 and D1.

Does each selected transmission range match the scan tool TR Sw. display?

Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 2.2L

Go to Step 3

Inspect the PNP switch assembly for the following:

•

Damage

•	Loose or missing mounting hardware

•	Proper adjustment

•	Refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch Replacement .

Inspect the shift cable for the following:

•	Damaged or stretched cable

•	Proper adjustment

•	Refer to Transmission Control Replacement .

Did you find and correct a condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 4

With the scan tool, observe the TR Sw. A/B/C/P display.

Does the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter indicate HI for all range signal states?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 5

Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the PNP switch connector.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Does the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter indicate HI for all range signal states?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 10

Using the DMM and the J 35616 GM-approved terminal test kit, measure the voltage from the TR signal A circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.
Measure the voltage from the TR signal B circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.
Measure the voltage from the TR signal C circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.
Measure the voltage from the TR signal P circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.

Does the voltage measure within the specified value at all four terminals?

10-12 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

Connect a fused jumper wire from the TR signal A circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground while monitoring the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter.

When the TR signal A circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 8

Connect a fused jumper wire from the TR signal B circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground while monitoring the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter.

When the TR signal B circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

Connect a fused jumper wire from the TR signal C circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground while monitoring the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter.

When the TR signal C circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

Test the TR signal circuit or circuits of the PNP switch that did not indicate HI for a short to ground.

Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 15

Test the TR signal circuit or circuits of the PNP switch that did not indicate proper voltage for an open.

Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 15

Test the affected TR signal circuits of the PNP switch for a shorted together condition.

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 15

Test the ground circuit of the PNP switch for an open.

Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 14

Replace the PNP switch.

Refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 16

Replace the PCM.

Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, set-up, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 16

Perform the following procedure in order to verify the repair:

Select DTC.
Select Clear Info.
Road test the vehicle.
Select Specific DTC.
Enter DTC P0705.

Has the test run and passed?

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 2

With the scan tool, observe the stored information, capture info and DTC info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

System OK

DTC P0705 3.5L

Master Electrical Component List
Automatic Transmission Controls Schematics
OBD II Symbol Description Notice
Control Module References

Circuit Description

When the PCM detects an invalid combination of TR switch signals, then DTC P0705 sets. DTC P0705 is a type C DTC.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0705 Transmission Range (TR) Switch Circuit

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running for 5 seconds or more.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The combination of TR switch signals is invalid for 20 seconds. Refer to Transmission Range Switch Logic .

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The PCM does not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).

•	The PCM disables TAP shift functions.

•	The PCM records the operating conditions when the Conditions for Setting the DTC are met. The PCM stores this information as Failure Records.

•	The PCM stores DTC P0705 in PCM history.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

•	A scan tool can clear the DTC.

•	The PCM clears the DTC from PCM history if the vehicle completes 40 warm-up cycles without a non-emission related diagnostic fault occurring.

•	The PCM cancels the DTC default actions when the fault no longer exists and the DTC passes.

Test Description

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

By disconnecting the TR switch, the ground path for all TR switch circuits would be removed and the PCM should recognize all circuits as open. The scan tool should display HI for all range signals.

This step tests the TR switch wiring for an open or lack of signal voltage from the PCM.

This step tests the 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.

This step tests the 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.

This step tests the 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.

DTC P0705 (3.5L)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

Install a scan tool.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Select TR Sw. on the scan tool.
With the scan tool, observe the TR Sw. display while selecting each transmission range: P, R, N, D4, D3, D2 and D1.

Does each selected transmission range match the scan tool TR Sw. display?

Go to Intermittent Conditions in Engine Controls - 3.5L

Go to Step 3

Inspect the PNP switch assembly for the following:

•

Damage

•	Loose or missing mounting hardware

•	Proper adjustment

•	Refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch Replacement .

Inspect the shift cable for the following:

•	Damaged or stretched cable

•	Proper adjustment

•	Refer to Transmission Control Replacement .

Did you find and correct a condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 4

With the scan tool, observe the TR Sw. A/B/C/P display.

Does the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter indicate HI for all range signal states?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 5

Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the PNP switch connector.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Does the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter indicate HI for all range signal states?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 10

Using the DMM and the J 35616 GM-approved terminal test kit, measure the voltage from the TR signal A circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.
Measure the voltage from the TR signal B circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.
Measure the voltage from the TR signal C circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.
Measure the voltage from the TR signal P circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground.

Does the voltage measure within the specified value at all four terminals?

10-12 V

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

Connect a fused jumper wire from the TR signal A circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground while monitoring the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter.

When the TR signal A circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 8

Connect a fused jumper wire from the TR signal B circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground while monitoring the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter.

When the TR signal B circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

Connect a fused jumper wire from the TR signal C circuit of the PNP switch connector to ground while monitoring the scan tool TR Sw. A/B/C/P parameter.

When the TR signal C circuit is grounded, do any other signal circuits indicate LOW?

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

Test the TR signal circuit or circuits of the PNP switch that did not indicate HI for a short to ground.

Refer to Testing for Short to Ground and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 15

Test the TR signal circuit or circuits of the PNP switch that did not indicate proper voltage for an open.

Refer to Testing for Continuity and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 16