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What is your question?
this issue has been happening for the last 5years and only does this once it get above 80 degrees outside. been told by Toyota need new transmission but runs great 8 of 12 months of the year.
What makes this problem better or worse?
Hot Weather
How long has your 2014 Toyota Corolla had this problem?
More than a year
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Hi, I'm one of the auto experts on RepairPal's Car Genius team! Great question, and that's a really interesting pattern that's actually a helpful diagnostic clue! On your 2014 Toyota Corolla a P0705 transmission range sensor code that only triggers in hot weather strongly suggests a heat sensitive component rather than a fully failed one, which is actually good news. The transmission range sensor itself, also known as the neutral safety switch or PRNDL switch, is the most likely culprit as these sensors are known to become erratic as they age and heat up. A connector or wiring issue that only acts up when the heat causes expansion is another possibility worth considering before jumping to a full transmission replacement. I’d suggest getting a second opinion before agreeing to a full transmission replacement, as a P0705 code on its own is very rarely a reason to replace an entire transmission, especially on a vehicle that runs great most of the year. A qualified shop with proper diagnostic equipment should be able to test the range sensor and its wiring specifically under warm conditions to confirm whether a much less expensive sensor replacement would resolve the issue. If you would like to find a trusted, certified repair shop in your area, you can check here: https://repairpal.com/certified If you need more advice, or have any further questions about your vehicle, we’re here to help. Just give us a call at 877-913-1554