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PowertrainP13CD

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

NO. 206 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault

9 brands affected · Description from BYD data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · 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

  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

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 9

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP13CDNO. 206 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
DaewooP13CDNo description available Powertrain
EOBDP13CDSistem arus ion bank 2 BrandPowertrain
GMP13CDNo description available Powertrain
HoldenP13CDNo description available Powertrain
OpelP13CDNo description available Powertrain
PeugeotP13CDNo description available Powertrain
SaabP13CDNo description available Powertrain
ToyotaP13CDNo description available 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.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P13CD and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP13CD63The connection to the power supply unit could not be established. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP13CD8FThe connection to the power supply unit could not be established. Erratic BrandPowertrain

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