P1705 Manual Lever Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range
What does P1705 mean on a Ford?
P1705 — Manual Lever Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range. This Ford-enhanced code applies to F-150, E-Series, Explorer with MLP sensors.
Common causes of P1705
- Misadjusted manual lever position sensor
- Worn sensor contacts
- Damaged sensor wiring
- Loose shift linkage
- Self-test run in the wrong gear
How to fix P1705
- 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