P2313 Diagnostic Trouble Code

P2313 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic P-Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a P2313 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Poor acceleration
Cherry red hot catalytic converter
Possible spark knock (detonation / pre-ignition)
If the DPF is not cleared the ECU will revert to the "Limp Home Mode" until the situation is corrected

Possible Causes :

A large air leak at or near the number one oxygen sensor would also cause a lean mixture.
Faulty IMRC actuator relay (if equipped)
A faulty oxygen sensor. This will set a code in itself, however, a faulty oxygen sensor does not automatically condemn the sensor. The code just means that the sensor signal was not within specifications. An air leak or any of the above will cause an erroneous signal. There is a multitude of O2 codes relating to O2 performance which gives a clue to the problematic area.

Repair Processes :

If all testing has passed so far yet you still have the same code, check your scan tool and see if it can open and close the IMRC valve. With the valve disconnected, the red voltmeter lead should be attached to the IMRC valve power wire and the black voltmeter lead connected to ground.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code P2313 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before P2313.

Fortunately, P2313 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

P2313 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

P2313 Plymouth Turismo Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Excessive Detected
P2313 Hyundai Veracruz SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Engine RPM
P2313 Hillman Minx PATS Received Incorrect Key-Code From Ignition Key Transponder
P2313 Opel Tigra Door Handle Right Front Circuit Open
P2313 Lagonda 3.5-litre Shift Solenoid D Intermittent
P2313 Jaguar Xjs Seat Driver Occupied Input Circuit Short To Ground
P2313 Mg C-type Air Suspension RR Air Spring/Shock Solenoid Output Circuit Open