OBD Guide

P0813

Reverse Output Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$17–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Check Engine light comes on
  • Problems engaging reverse gear
  • The gearbox goes into emergency mode
  • Unstable transmission operation
  • No signal on the instrument panel when reverse gear is engaged

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in reverse circuit
  • Gear position sensor malfunction
  • Wiring Harness Problems
  • Malfunction of the transmission control unit
  • Mechanical damage to transmission components

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the reverse circuit wiring
  2. Test the gear position sensor
  3. Check connections and connectors
  4. Diagnose the transmission control unit
  5. If necessary, replace faulty components

Related codes

Error P0813 by Vehicle Brand