P0705 on MINI
Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Malfunction (PRNDL Input)
P0705 on MINI vehicles indicates transmission range sensor circuit malfunction (prndl input). Au7o has documented this code across 1 MINI model — most commonly on Clubman. The transmission range sensor (also called the neutral safety switch or PRNDL switch) tells the computer which gear position the shifter is in (Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive). P0705 sets when the signal from this sensor is missing, out of range, or inconsistent. Symptoms include no-start in Park, the wrong gear indicator on the dash, harsh or incorrect shifts, and sometimes the engine starting in any gear position. Typical repair costs on MINI range from $900 to $2,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0705
- •Faulty transmission range / neutral safety switch
- •Misadjusted shift linkage or range sensor
- •Damaged or corroded wiring and connectors
- •Poor ground connection
- •Failed PCM or TCM
P0705 on MINI by Model
MINI Clubman(1 issue)
- Automatic Transmission Gear Selector Switch Spring Failure - 'Secure Vehicle With Parking Brake' Warning2016-2020
On F54 Clubmans with the automatic transmission, a small spring and contact assembly inside the electronic gear selector module fails, so the transmission can no longer confirm the P position to the vehicle. The car displays a roll-away warning ('Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped - consult service center') on every start and stop even though the car is genuinely in Park. This is one of the single most reported F54 faults in NHTSA complaints for 2016-2017. MINI's repair is normally replacement of the entire shifter/selector assembly, which owners consistently report being quoted at $1,800-$2,500 for what is internally a few-dollar spring.
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What does P0705 mean on MINI?▼
P0705 stands for "Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Malfunction (PRNDL Input)." The transmission range sensor (also called the neutral safety switch or PRNDL switch) tells the computer which gear position the shifter is in (Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive). P0705 sets when the signal from this sensor is missing, out of range, or inconsistent. Symptoms include no-start in Park, the wrong gear indicator on the dash, harsh or incorrect shifts, and sometimes the engine starting in any gear position. On MINI specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0705 on MINI vehicles?▼
Common causes on MINI: Faulty transmission range / neutral safety switch, Misadjusted shift linkage or range sensor, Damaged or corroded wiring and connectors, Poor ground connection, Failed PCM or TCM. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0705 on a MINI?▼
Repair costs on MINI range from $900 to $2,500, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which MINI models have P0705 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0705 on 1 MINI model: Clubman.