PowertrainP13DB

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Cylinder 5 internal pressure sensor: short to ground; No signal/communication

4 brands affected · Description from Volkswagen 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

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

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 4

Brand	Code	Description	System
BYD	P13DB	NO. 220 battery voltage sampling wire loop fault Brand	Powertrain
EOBD	P13DB	Sülitri 5 siserõhu andur Brand	Powertrain
Opel	P13DB	No description available	Powertrain
Volkswagen	P13DB	Cylinder 5 internal pressure sensor: short to ground; No signal/communication 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.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P13DB and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	P13DB00	Die Verriegelung der Steckdosenklappe hat Kurzschluss nach Plus. --> The locking of the sockets has short circuit to positive. Brand	Powertrain
Porsche	P13DB00	Sensor for internal pressure of cylinder 5 Short circuit to ground Brand	Powertrain

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