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DATE

Technical Service Bulletin

14-AT-007

MAY 2014

Genesis Sedan (BH/DH)
Genesis Coupe (BK)
Equus (VI)

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (8-SPEED)
INHIBITOR SWITCH OTC P0705 & P0706

SUBJECT:

This TSB supersedes TSB 13-A T-015 to add the 2015 Genesis (DH)

Description: An improperly adjusted or improperly operating inhibitor switch (range switch) may
result in the following conditions . This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and replace the
inhibitor switch , if necessary.
• Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illuminated
• Diagnostic trouble codes :
);;>- P0705 - Range switch sensor circuit
);;>- P0706 - Range switch range/performance
• No engine crank in "P" or "N"
Applicable Vehicles: 2012-14 Genesis Sedan (BH) , 2012- Equus (VI) , 2013- Genesis Coupe (BK)
and 2015- Genesis Sedan (DH)
Parts Information:
Model

Part Number

PNC Code

2012-14 Genesis Sedan (BH)

42700-4EOOO

2015- Genesis Sedan (DH)

42700-4EOOO
45956B

2012- Equus (VI)

42700-4EOOO

2013- Genesis Coupe (BK)

42700-4EOOO

Warranty Information:
Model

Op Code

Operation

42700ROO

Replace
inhibitor
(range) switch

Op
Time

Causal
Part

Nature Cause
Code
Code

2012-14 Genesis Sedan (BH)
2012- Equus (VI)
2013- Genesis Coupe (BK)
2015- Genesis Sedan 3.8L (DH)
2015- Genesis Sedan 5.0L (DH)
All

0.3
427004EOOO

N69

C15

0.4
0.6

42700RQO

GOS

0.3

Circulate To: Service Manager, Warranty Manager, Service Advisors , Technicians, Fleet Repair

SUBJECT:

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (8-SPEED) INHIBITOR SWITCH OTC P0705 & P0706

Service Procedure:

1.

Push the Start/Stop Button two times without depressing the brake pedal.

2.

Attach a GOS and check for OTC in the "Automatic Transaxle" menu . Record the DTC and
description. Delete the OTC.

3.

Select the following parameters. Move the shift lever through all gears and confirm the GOS
shows P, R, N and D.
• Vehicle and A/T menu .
• "Cu rrent Data"
• Shift Lever Switch.

item to view' its relative
information

0 Engine RPM
D Vehicle Speed
D Accelerator Peda l Position Senso r
0 Throttle Position Sensor Angle
0 Input Speed(PG-A)
D Output Speed(PG-8)

0.0 %
0 RPfll

0 RPM
158 "f
0.0 -

D Oil Temperawre Sensor

D
D
D
D

Gea r Ratio
To rque Converter Clutch Slip

0
D
0
D
D
D
D
0
D

Torque Converter Clutch Control State
Ho ld Switch

0 RPPA

12.1 v
0.0 %
R .
5 .

Main Rel ay Vo ltage
Engine Torque
D Current Gear
0 Next Gear Position

OFF •
Not
Not
Not
Not

Id le Switch
Kick Down Switch
00 S.Otch(OID)
Brake Switch
Auto Cruise Switch
4l Switch (4WD Only)
Sports Mode Se lect
0 Sports Mode Up Switch
0 Sports Mode Down Swhch
n Reverse Lamo Re lav Outout
CIJseAru.~-sis

OTC

S u11ported
Supporte d
Supported
Supported

.
-

OFF .
OFF ·
Nol Supported
OFF
OFF
OFF
Not Suuoorted
Actuation

Test

l

.
.
•
•
-

~I~
.5mliation

oscmoscope

Test

4.

If the Shift Lever Switch shows:
• The correct shift lever position (P , R, N and D) , the wiring currently has no open/short
circuits. Go to Step 6.
• Does not show the correct shift lever position, go to Step 5.

5.

Visually check the wiring harness between the TCM and inhibitor switch for any damaged wires
or open circuit/short circuit to ground. Check for any damaged pins or pins not fully inserted into
the connector.
• If damage exists, repair or replace the control wiring and drive the vehicle to confirm the
repair.
• If no damage or open/short circuit is found , go to Step 6.

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SUBJECT:

6.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (8-SPEED) INHIBITOR SWITCH DTC P0705 & P0706

Move the shift lever to the "N" position .
Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position .

7.

Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
Remove the transmission splash shield .

8.

Disconnect the nut (A) that secures the shift
cable .
Disconnect the nut (B) that secures the manual
control lever. Remove the lever.

9.

Disconnect the inhibitor switch connector (C) .
Remove 2 mounting bolts (0) that secure the
inhibitor switch and remove the switch .
Install a new inhibitor switch and reinstall the
bolts (0) .
Torque : 7-9 lb-ft (1.0-1.2kgf.m)
Reconnect the connector (C) .

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SUBJECT:

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (8-SPEED) INHIBITOR SWITCH DTC P0705 & P0706

10. Insert the shift cable into the manual control
lever.
Install the washer, manual control lever, lock
washer and nut to the new inhibitor switch and
tighten the nut (B) .
Torque : 13-19 lb-ft (1 .7-2 .6 kgf.m)

11.
Insert a Smm bolt or Smm
screwdriver in the alignment hole
before tightening the nut.

Install the shift cable nut (A) and tighten the
nut to specification.
Torque : 13-19 lb-ft (1 .7-2 .6 kgf.m)
Remove the bolt or screwdriver from the
alignment hole.
12. Reinstall the transmission splash shield.
13. Clear any OTC and test drive the vehicle for two drive cycles (two key-on to key-off driving
cycles). If the OTC :
• Does not occur again , return the vehicle to the customer.
• Occurs again, clean and tighten the ground bolts for the rear combination lights. If the bolts
were not loose, go to the next step.
• Repair or replace the control wiring between the TCM and inhibitor switch.
• If the OTC occur again , replace the TCM.
14. Clear OTC in the Bluelink system per instructions of TSB 12-BE-005-2.

TSB #: 14-AT-007

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