P2713Powertrain · TransmissionGeneric (SAE) code

P2713: Pressure Control Solenoid D

A general fault in pressure control solenoid D. Detected via electrical resistance, response to commanded duty cycle, or downstream pressure measurement.

Typical labor cost
$250–$1,000 est.
2 h–8 h at an assumed $125/hr · parts extra · use your rate
Most common fix
Aged solenoid coil resistance drift
DIY difficulty: Hard · usually a shop job
01 —What it means

What P2713 means

P2713 is a generic OBD-II powertrain code in the transmission group.

P
Powertrain
2
Generic (SAE)
7
Subsystem group
13
Specific fault
How to read P2713. We group it under Transmission.
Check engine light
Usually on
Emissions-related
No
Limp mode possible
Not typical
Drive cycle to clear
Not required
Code data: OBDex (CC0)

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02 —Causes

Common causes

Ranked from most to least likely
  1. 01Aged solenoid coil resistance driftMost likely
  2. 02Worn valve body bore around the solenoidPossible
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
03 —Severity

Can I drive with P2713?

Moderate

Usually yes, for a short time.

The car will often drive normally, but get it diagnosed soon. If you notice rough running, warning lights flashing, overheating or a burning smell, stop driving.

Why we rate it moderate

  • Turns on the check engine light

Severity is our rule-based rating from the code’s flags in OBDex and the system it affects, not an inspection of your car. If the check engine light is flashing, or you notice overheating, low oil pressure, or brake or steering problems, stop driving and get help.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
04 —Diagnosis

How to diagnose P2713

General procedure — follow the service manual for your vehicle
  1. 1

    Confirm the code and save freeze-frame data

    Read the codes with an OBD-II scan tool and note every code, not just P2713. Save the freeze-frame data (speed, load, temperature when the fault set) before clearing anything; it tells you when the fault happens.

  2. 2

    Check for related codes first

    Look for P2722, P2731, P2807, P2816. Related codes often share a cause; a circuit or sensor code usually needs fixing before a performance code like this one.

  3. 3

    Check live data

    Watch the related sensor and actuator readings in live data (Pressure control solenoid D, Valve body) and compare them with expected values in the service information for your vehicle.

  4. 4

    Test the likely causes in order

    Start with the most likely cause and work down: Aged solenoid coil resistance drift; worn valve body bore around the solenoid. Test before replacing parts.

  5. 5

    Check for recalls and service bulletins

    Look up recalls for your exact vehicle with its VIN, and ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs). Manufacturers sometimes issue software updates or extended warranties for known faults.

  6. 6

    Clear the code and verify the repair

    After the repair, clear the code and drive the car under the conditions in the freeze-frame data to confirm it does not return.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
05 —Cost

P2713 repair cost estimate

Labor only — set your local shop rate
Labor estimate for P2713
$250–$1,000
2 h–8 h of labor × $125/hr (assumed rate) · parts extra

Estimate, not a quote. Labor times are typical ranges for this code from OBDex, and $125/hr is an assumed rate. Shop rates and labor times vary by vehicle and region. Diagnosis time may be billed separately.

DIY difficulty
Hard
Good DIY job?
Usually a shop job

Involved testing or major parts. Most owners use a shop.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)
06 —Components

Parts and systems involved

  • Pressure control solenoid D
  • Valve body
Code data: OBDex (CC0)
08 —FAQ

P2713 FAQ

What does P2713 mean?

P2713 means “Pressure Control Solenoid D”. A general fault in pressure control solenoid D. Detected via electrical resistance, response to commanded duty cycle, or downstream pressure measurement.

Is P2713 serious? Can I keep driving?

We rate P2713 as moderate severity. Usually yes, for a short time. The car will often drive normally, but get it diagnosed soon. If you notice rough running, warning lights flashing, overheating or a burning smell, stop driving.

What causes P2713?

The most common causes, from most to least likely: Aged solenoid coil resistance drift; Worn valve body bore around the solenoid. Test before replacing parts, because several causes can set the same code.

How much does it cost to fix P2713?

Typical labor is about $250–$1,000 at an assumed $125/hour shop rate, plus parts. That is an estimate, not a quote: labor times and rates vary by vehicle and region, and diagnosis may be billed separately.

Can I fix P2713 myself?

DIY difficulty is hard. Most owners leave this to a shop because it needs involved testing or specialist tools. Always confirm the cause before buying parts.

Will P2713 clear itself?

If the fault was intermittent, the warning may go off once the computer stops seeing it, but the code stays in memory. Fix the cause; clearing the code alone doesn’t repair anything.

Code data: OBDex (CC0)