P013B - OBD Trouble Code

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If you notice a lean or risk condition in the engine, decreased fuel efficiency, black smoke from the taillight, and/or illuminated Check Engine Light on the dashboard, them there is a major possibility that you are dealing with the OBD Code P013B with your vehicle.

 

Possible causes may include a faulty oxygen sensor, faulty electrical connector at the oxygen sensor, faulty or shorted wiring in the oxygen sensor circuit, a blown fuse for the oxygen sensor (if applicable), low or excessive fuel pressure, a vacuum leak on the engine, excessive exhaust leaks, or a faulty PCM.

When an oxygen sensor for a particular engine bank delivers a voltage signal that is not within the accepted parameters, causing the PCM to store a trouble code and possibly illuminate the service engine soon light, it is typically a P013B error code. Bank 1 typically denotes the engine bank of the engine block that does not contain the number 2 cylinder. S2 tells you that the fault is found in sensor 2.

 

The PCM determines the lean-to rich transition when the HO2S voltage changes from less than 300 mV to greater than 600 mV. Thus, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) stores and flashes the OBD Code P013B when it notices lean to rich condition.

 

What causes the problem of O2 Sensor Slow Response – Lea to Rich (B1 S2)?

 

• Oxygen Sensor wiring/harness is open or short
• Problem with electrical connections to the Oxygen Sensor
• Faulty or damaged Oxygen Sensor
• Blown circuit fuse of the sensor
• ECM/PCM fault or failure to detect and interpret data
• Defective Catalytic converter

1. Heated Oxygen Sensor - A faulty sensor will not be able to perform properly and not analyses the air to fuel ratio in the exhaust. Visit us today to replace damaged oxygen sensors.
2. Engine Control Module - OBD Error Code P013B can also be due to faulty EVMs. It’s better to get the faulty electrical replaced as soon as possible. Replace faulty ECM today!
3. Powertrain Control Module - P013B error code also relates to problems with the powertrain. Find all the Powertrain related parts with us.
4. Catalytic Converter - Excessive amounts of unburned gas caused by a misfiring spark plug or a leaky exhaust valve can cause overheating of catalytic converter. Replace your old catalytic converter now!
5. Mass Air Flow Sensor - The MAF sensor helps in calculating the correct air to fuel ratios to support the engine combustion process. Thus, replace faulty sensor now!
6. Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor - This sensor indicates proper engine functions and helps in optimizing fuel economy. Thus, replace immediately, if found faulty.
7. Fuel Pump - A faulty/damaged pump affects the engine's air-fuel ratio, which can cause all sorts of performance problems. Thus, replace if found faulty.
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Some of the most common symptoms that indicate the P013B error code are listed below;

 

Common Symptoms

 

• Check Engine Light flashing in the display monitor
• ECM indicating the stored error code
• Exponential increase in the fuel consumption pattern
• Rough engine with occasional stalling
• Lack of power and acceleration due to failure of fuel delivery system
• Black or white smoke coming from the tailpipe

• Oxygen Sensor Replacement
• Replacing Faulty Wirings and Connectors
• Replacement of faulty PCM/ECM

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P013B can be a simple code to diagnose when all diagnostic steps are followed in the proper order and all tests are performed. A professional level scan tool that shows live sensor data will be required to properly diagnose any faults present.

 

• A suitable OBD-II scanner (or code reader) and a digital volt/ohmmeter will be most helpful in performing a successful diagnosis.
• Begin with a visual inspection of all wiring and connectors and repair or replace damaged, disconnected, shorted, or corroded wiring, connectors, and components as necessary.
• Always retest the system after repairs are completed to ensure success. If all system wiring, connectors, and components (Including fuses) appear to be in normal working order, connect the scanner (or code reader) to the diagnostic connector and record all stored codes and freeze frame data.
• Continue by clearing the code and operating the vehicle to see if it returns. This will help to determine whether or not the malfunction is intermittent.
• If the engine is running efficiently, upstream O2 sensor data should fluctuate regularly between 1-millivolt (.100-volts) and 9-millivolts (.900-volts). If voltage fluctuations are slower than expected, a P013B will be stored.
• Test drive the vehicle afterwards to ensure that a successful repair was performed. If the oxygen sensor confirms to the manufacturer’s specifications, prepare to test system circuits for resistance and continuity by disconnecting the electrical connector/s from all related control modules (especially the PCM).
• Compare your actual findings with manufacturer’s specifications and repair or replace circuits, components, or connectors as required.
• Once the repairs are made, clear the codes and test drive the vehicle to ensure that the repair was successful. If oxygen sensor and system circuits are comparable to the manufacturer’s specs, suspect a defective PCM (or another related controller).

Common Mistakes When Diagnosing The P013B Code

 

Any quality mechanic will own a scan tool capable of reading live sensor data. When the heater circuit is found to have failed for the oxygen sensor, the sensor must be replaced. The heater is internal to the sensor and is replaced as a single unit. Thus, proper checks are mandatory to avoid unnecessary problems in the future.

 

Also, don’t forget to check for:

 

• Faulty ECM/PCM
• Faulty Wiring and connections to the sensor circuit