What does P1705 mean on a Ford?

P1705. Manual Lever Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range. Applies to F-150, E-Series, Explorer with MLP sensors.

What causes P1705 on a Ford?

Misadjusted manual lever position sensor Worn sensor contacts Damaged sensor wiring Loose shift linkage Self-test run in the wrong gear

How do I fix P1705 on a Ford?

Re-run the test in the specified gear Check linkage adjustment and bushings Verify sensor alignment marks Test sensor resistance in each detent Realign or replace the sensor per results

Code

P1705

Manual Lever Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range

Category: Powertrain - Transmission
Severity: Check Engine Light
Applies to: F-150, E-Series, Explorer with MLP sensors
Related: P0705 Transmission Range Sensor A Circuit (PRNDL Input) on OBD Codes List

Findings, check these first

Misadjusted manual lever position sensor
Worn sensor contacts
Damaged sensor wiring
Loose shift linkage
Self-test run in the wrong gear

Standard procedure

Re-run the test in the specified gear
Check linkage adjustment and bushings
Verify sensor alignment marks
Test sensor resistance in each detent
Realign or replace the sensor per results

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Last updated 2026-09-04.

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