1999 Saturn SL2 Automatic, MP6FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Circuit Description

Transaxle Range Switch (TRS) is part of Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch. Combination of 4 TRS input states determine PCM commanded shift pattern. A problem which causes PCM to detect an invalid transaxle range input combination will set DTC P0706.

Conditions for setting DTC are: system voltage is greater than 8 volts, PCM detects TRS indicates a range other than Park or Neutral when engine is started and diagnostic fails 2 out of 4 tests.

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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