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PowertrainP13C5

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Unable to maintain the auxiliary network voltage due to excessive current consumption.

10 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

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

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

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 10

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP13C5NO. 198 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
DaewooP13C5No description available Powertrain
DFFSP13C5Unable to maintain the auxiliary network voltage due to excessive current consumption BrandPowertrain
EOBDP13C5Sistem arus ion silinder 15 BrandPowertrain
GMP13C5No description available Powertrain
HoldenP13C5No description available Powertrain
OpelP13C5No description available Powertrain
PeugeotP13C5No description available Powertrain
SaabP13C5No description available Powertrain
ToyotaP13C5Unable to maintain the auxiliary network voltage due to excessive current consumption. BrandPowertrain

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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