OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P0313

Misfire Detected with Low Fuel

Misfires are detected while the fuel level is low. The ECM disables further misfire reporting under this condition because intermittent fuel starvation can cause false positives in catalyst-damaging logic.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number3 / 13

Possible causes

  • Fuel level very low high
  • Weak fuel pump or pickup medium
  • Faulty fuel level sensor low

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on or flashing
  • Rough idle and uneven running
  • Power loss, hesitation under acceleration
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Possible smell of unburned fuel from exhaust

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 10–400 €
  • Estimated time: 0.1–2 h
  • Component: fuel tank
  • Component: fuel level sensor
  • Component: fuel pump
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication