P2705 code meaning
Transmission Friction Element F Apply Time Range/Performance
Powertrain system Generic code P27xx codes Check engine light
What P2705 means
P2705 covers the sixth friction element, F, so only transmissions with at least six shift elements use it, such as Ford's ten-speed and eight-speed families. The controller has found that F applies outside the time it has learned. Ford's SSM 50617 for Edge ST and Nautilus models from 2020 to 2022 with the 8F57 built up to 18 March 2022 reports cars returning to Park when drive or reverse is selected; the main code is P2707, and P2705 may accompany it. The cause is the F clutch piston, which serves second and eighth gear and whose rubber sealing surface can be damaged. On the 10R140, TSB 20-2375 includes P2705 among the codes from sticking main control valves and lets all six clutches be cycled. Roush's propane Ford chassis store P2705 without MIL.
P2705 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modePossible
- Repair difficultyWorkshop only
- Typical labor1 to 12 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P2705
- Harsh or slipping shifts in the gears using clutch F
- Vehicle may fall back into Park when drive or reverse is selected (Ford 8F57)
- Warning light on
Common causes of P2705
- Most likelyDamaged F clutch piston seal (Ford 8F57)
- PossibleSticking valves in the main control valve body
- PossibleShift solenoid F not controlling pressure correctly
- Less likelyLow or degraded transmission fluid
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Friction element fHydraulic control unitPressure control solenoid
What each part of P2705 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 7 | Area: transmission. |
| 05 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P2705 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P2705
What does P2705 mean?
P2705 means "Transmission Friction Element F Apply Time Range/Performance". P2705 covers the sixth friction element, F, so only transmissions with at least six shift elements use it, such as Ford's ten-speed and eight-speed families. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P2705?
Drive gently and only to a workshop. With P2705 the car can go into limp mode (reduced power) to protect itself.
Will P2705 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P2705 is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P2705 to fix?
Difficulty: workshop only. A typical repair takes 1 to 12 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P2705 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.