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P0563

213A20 - P0563

Information saved in
DME

Fault code
213A20 - P0563

Fault text
System voltage: voltage too high

Fault description
The diagnostic function monitors the electrical system
voltage relative to an upper limit value.

Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
The diagnostic fault code is logged when the electrical
system voltage exceeds 16V.
Potential problem source(s):
- Alternator voltage regulator is defective
Terminal condition: none
Voltage condition:
- Electrical system voltage greater than 16 V
Temperature condition:
- None
Time condition:
- 2 min. after engine start
Other conditions:
- Engine on
- Speed > 20 km/h

Condition for fault memory entry
This fault is logged in the control module's fault memory
immediately.

Action in service
- Replace alternator

Fault effect and breakdown warning
Breakdown notice:
None
Possible apparent symptoms:
Power reduction, CC message for engine malfunction

Driver information
Warning light:
- ECE emissions warning lamp: off
- ECE electronic engine power reduction: off
- CC message: on
- US emissions warning lamp: off
- US electronic engine power reduction: off
- CC message: on

Service instruction
None