P2713
Pressure Control Solenoid D
Automatic transmission
Generic OBD-II
Medium
What it means
P2713 flags a fault with pressure control solenoid 'D' in the automatic transmission. This solenoid regulates hydraulic pressure to apply clutches and control shifts, so a fault shows up as harsh or erratic shifting, slipping, or a drop into limp mode. Typical causes are a faulty solenoid, a wiring problem, or low/dirty fluid restricting the valve body. It affects the transmission, not engine starting or warm-up.
Medium
Can I keep driving? Driveable but expect harsh or erratic shifts, slipping, or limp mode — fix it promptly to avoid transmission damage.
Common symptoms
What you'll notice
- Check-engine light on
- Harsh, erratic, or wrong-gear shifts
- Slipping during shifts
- Limp / failsafe mode
- Reduced fuel economy
Common causes
Most likely first
- Faulty pressure control solenoid DLikely
- Wiring or connector fault in the solenoid circuitCommon
- Low or dirty transmission fluidCommon
- Valve body wear or debrisLess often
- Faulty TCM/PCMLess often
How to diagnose & fix
Work through it in order
- Check transmission fluid level and condition.
- Scan and view the solenoid command versus actual line-pressure data.
- Inspect the solenoid wiring and connector for opens, shorts, or corrosion.
- Measure the solenoid resistance against specification.
- Inspect the valve body; replace the solenoid if faulty, then clear and re-test.
FAQ
Quick answers
Is it safe to drive with P2713?+
Short trips are usually possible, but slipping and harsh shifts can damage the transmission. Have it repaired soon and avoid heavy loads.
Can I just clear P2713?+
It returns once the solenoid again fails to control pressure correctly. Fix the solenoid, wiring, or fluid issue first, then clear and re-test.
Related codes
Often seen with P2713
Read & clear P2713 yourself
Scan your car, confirm the code, and clear it once it's fixed — with OBD DashX on your phone.
✓ Verified name — SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6Guidance reviewed by OBD DashX