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PowertrainP13D1

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Brake stroke sensor circuit high

5 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

Safety: This code relates to the braking system. Have braking checked promptly.

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 braking system may be affected. Have it checked promptly; if the pedal feels abnormal, the car pulls when braking, or a brake warning light is on, stop safely.

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 5

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
BYDP13D1NO. 210 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault BrandPowertrain
EOBDP13D1Circuit remslagsensor hoog BrandPowertrain
SuzukiP13D1Brake Stroke Sensor Circuit High BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP13D1Brake stroke sensor circuit high BrandPowertrain
VolkswagenP13D1Cylinder 2 internal pressure sensor: short to plus; Electrical fault in circuit 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.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P13D1 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP13D100RCS Communication could not be established BrandPowertrain
PorscheP13D100Sensor for internal pressure of cylinder 2 Electrical error BrandPowertrain

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