P2713 — Pressure Control Solenoid "D"

OBD2 code P2713 flags a problem with the automatic transmission control (pressure control solenoid "D"). Short, gentle driving to a shop is usually possible. Common culprits: low or degraded transmission fluid, internal mechanical wear (clutches, torque converter), wiring or connector faults in the valve body harness.

powertrain (engine/transmission)

Is it safe to drive?

Drive with caution Drive only if the transmission still shifts predictably, and avoid highway speeds. Driving with slipping or limp mode accelerates internal wear — every kilometre can add to the final repair bill.

How to diagnose with an OBD scanner

Read the code and freeze frame Connect an OBD2 scanner, confirm P2713 is stored, and save the freeze frame data — it shows engine conditions when the fault was detected.
Check for companion codes and TSBs Related codes often reveal the real root cause. Also check manufacturer technical service bulletins (TSB) for your make and model — many P0xxx issues have factory fixes or software updates. Search by VIN on the manufacturer site or nhtsa.gov.
Inspect wiring and connectors Visually inspect the wiring harness and connectors related to the automatic transmission control for damage, corrosion, chafing or poor contact.
Subsystem check Check transmission fluid level and condition — dark, burnt fluid points to internal wear.
Subsystem check Read transmission-specific codes and live data (solenoid states, input/output speed) with a capable scanner.
Verify the repair Clear the code, complete a full drive cycle including the conditions from the freeze frame, and confirm P2713 does not return.

Approximate repair cost

Repair cost depends on which component actually failed. Typical scenarios for P2713 (parts and labor, USD, independent shop rates): Transmission fluid service: $150–$350; Valve body repair or replacement: $700–$1,500; Transmission rebuild or replacement: $2,500–$5,500; Replace a shift solenoid: $300–$800. Overall, fixing P2713 usually costs between $150 and $5,500. An accurate diagnosis before buying parts saves money — the most expensive scenario is rarely the first one to check.

Common questions

What does OBD2 code P2713 mean?

Will P2713 clear itself?

Sometimes P2713 clears after a few drive cycles if the fault was intermittent — for example a loose connector or a tank of bad fuel. The underlying cause usually remains, so the code tends to return. Clear it once; if it comes back, diagnose rather than erase it repeatedly.

What are the symptoms of P2713?

Drivers most often notice: shuddering at highway speed, transmission stuck in one gear (limp mode), Check Engine or transmission warning light on, harsh or delayed shifting.

How do I diagnose P2713 myself?

Start with a scan: confirm P2713, save the freeze frame and note any companion codes. Then inspect the wiring and connectors related to the automatic transmission control, and verify the suspect component against live data before buying parts.

Is it safe to drive with P2713?

Drive only if the transmission still shifts predictably, and avoid highway speeds. Driving with slipping or limp mode accelerates internal wear — every kilometre can add to the final repair bill.

What does P2713 mean?

Seeing P2713 on your scanner? The control unit has caught the automatic transmission control operating outside its calibrated window. The formal description is “Pressure Control Solenoid "D"”, and the code is grouped under powertrain (engine/transmission) faults.

This code does not appear from a single bad reading: the module must see the fault condition repeat under defined operating conditions before it turns on the warning light. The freeze frame captured with P2713 — engine load, rpm, temperature, speed — tells you exactly when the problem occurs, so reproduce those conditions when testing.

What causes P2713?

faulty transmission speed sensor
internal mechanical wear (clutches, torque converter)
failed shift or pressure control solenoid
wiring or connector faults in the valve body harness
low or degraded transmission fluid
valve body wear

Common symptoms of P2713

shuddering at highway speed
transmission stuck in one gear (limp mode)
Check Engine or transmission warning light on
harsh or delayed shifting
slipping between gears

How to diagnose P2713

Connect an OBD2 scanner, confirm P2713 is stored, and save the freeze frame data — it shows engine conditions when the fault was detected.
Related codes often reveal the real root cause. Also check manufacturer technical service bulletins (TSB) for your make and model — many P0xxx issues have factory fixes or software updates. Search by VIN on the manufacturer site or nhtsa.gov.
Visually inspect the wiring harness and connectors related to the automatic transmission control for damage, corrosion, chafing or poor contact.
Check transmission fluid level and condition — dark, burnt fluid points to internal wear.
Read transmission-specific codes and live data (solenoid states, input/output speed) with a capable scanner.
Clear the code, complete a full drive cycle including the conditions from the freeze frame, and confirm P2713 does not return.

How to fix P2713

Start with the cheapest and most common causes before replacing expensive parts:

Transmission fluid service — $150–$350
Valve body repair or replacement — $700–$1,500
Transmission rebuild or replacement — $2,500–$5,500
Replace a shift solenoid — $300–$800

How much does it cost to fix P2713?

Repair cost depends on which component actually failed. Typical scenarios for P2713 (parts and labor, USD, independent shop rates):

Transmission fluid service: $150–$350
Valve body repair or replacement: $700–$1,500
Transmission rebuild or replacement: $2,500–$5,500
Replace a shift solenoid: $300–$800

Overall, fixing P2713 usually costs between $150 and $5,500. An accurate diagnosis before buying parts saves money — the most expensive scenario is rarely the first one to check.

Can you drive with P2713?