PowertrainP0D13

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low

14 brands affected · Generic SAE J2012 description.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

Safety: This code relates to the charging system. The battery may go flat and the car may stall.

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

Sensor or actuator fault
Wiring or connector fault
Vacuum or intake leak
Fuel or ignition problem
Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The electrical system may fail and the battery may go flat, risking a stall. If the battery or charging warning light is on, drive straight to a workshop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 14

Brand	Code	Description	System
Ashok Leyland CV	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Daewoo	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
DFFS	P0D13	Right motor control failure Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P0D13	Batteriladesystemets negative kontaktor 'A' styringskrets lav Brand	Powertrain
Ford	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
GM	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Holden	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Isuzu	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Land Rover	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Peugeot	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Saab	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Subaru	P0D13	Battery Charging System Negative Contactor A Control Circuit Low SAE	Powertrain
Toyota	P0D13	Right motor control failure Brand	Powertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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