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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 12:44 PM
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I have the 0705 code which is referring to Transmission Range sensor circuit malfunction. I replaced the NSS about a year ago so I know that should be ok. Also when I put the jeep in park and a turn it off I can't pull the key out. I have to push on the gear lever a little in the park position until I hear a click then I can pull the key out. not sure if that is related to the code but thought I would share. what could be throwing up this code?

also I have 185k on her.
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 04:13 PM
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anybody have any ideas?
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 06:43 PM
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really could use some help on this one. I have a few guesses but not real sure. maybe TPS? maybe just needs some adjusting in the linkage? anybody experienced this before?
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 07:58 PM
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Your shift rod, or "linkage" is out of alignment. It is the rod that locks your steering wheel in position when the vehicle is in park, pushing the gear selector farther into park locks the steering wheel, allowing you to pull the key out..
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 08:01 PM
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how would I go about adjusting the linkage?
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Old Nov 19, 2009 | 08:55 PM
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I got that from another post on naxja, I dont personally have experience with it. But here are some instructions I found for you. It should at least help you with being able to pull your key ou t..
AUTOMATIC SHIFTER'S PARK LOCK CABLE ADJUSTMENT

  1. Shift transmission into Park.
  2. Turn ignition switch to Lock position.
  3. Remove shift lever bezel and console screws. Raise bezel and console for access to cable.
  4. Pull cable lock button up to release cable (Fig. 48).
  5. Pull cable forward. Then release cable and press cable lock button down until it snaps in place.
  6. Check adjustment as follows: Fig. 47 Shift Cable Adjustment :
    • (a) Check movement of release shift handle button (floor shift) or release lever (column shift). You should not be able to press button inward or move column lever.
    • (b) Turn ignition switch to On position.
    • (c) Press floor shift lever release button or move column lever. Then shift into Neutral. If cable adjustment is correct, ignition switch can not be turned to Lock position. Perform same check with transmission in D range.
  7. Move shift lever back to Park and check ignition switch operation. You should be able to turn switch to Lock position and shift lever release button/lever should not move.

Here is the link, You might want to do both things mentioned on this page...
http://www.lunghd.com/Tech_Articles/...djustments.htm
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 06:29 AM
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thanks a ton man. you rock.
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Old Nov 20, 2009 | 11:26 AM
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Youre welcome. However, there are no guarantees this is your problem.. Im thinking It will at least help with being able to remove your key...
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