P2813 fault code: what it means

P2813: CVT select solenoid fault: forward/reverse clutch is not engaging as commanded. Big shock into D or R, slow take-off, or vehicle will not gain speed.

Engine and gearbox (powertrain) · Costly if missed

Usual causes, most likely first

select solenoid valve
valve body fault
low or degraded CVT fluid
worn forward/reverse clutch

P2813 by make

Nissan

CVT select solenoid fault: forward/reverse clutch is not engaging as commanded. Big shock into D or R, slow take-off, or vehicle will not gain speed.

Usual causes: select solenoid valve; valve body fault; low or degraded CVT fluid; worn forward/reverse clutch

What the repair usually costs

CVT fluid service (car)NZ$250–NZ$580 · A$250–A$550
CVT fluid and filter service (SUV / Subaru / X-Trail)NZ$420–NZ$880 · A$400–A$830

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Before you clear it

Write the code down or photograph the scanner first. A code that comes straight back after clearing points to a fault that is still there. A car whose codes were cleared just before you arrived may be hiding one: the scanner's readiness monitors show "not ready" for a while after codes are cleared.

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