P2413 on 2005-2012 Renault Clio — Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Performance
1 vehicles · 1 makes · $100-$600 repair
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P2413 is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning “Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Performance.” P2413 is a generic powertrain code meaning the engine computer commanded the EGR valve to move but did not see the expected change in exhaust-gas flow — the system is responding, just not performing as designed. The EGR system routes a metered amount of exhaust back into the intake to lower combustion temperatures and cut NOx emissions, so when flow is wrong the computer flags a performance fault rather than a simple electrical one. Drivers typically notice a check-engine light along with rough idle, hesitation on acceleration, reduced power, and worse fuel economy; some diesels may drop into limp mode. The code is especially common on the Renault 1.5 dCi turbodiesel, where carbon-fouled EGR valves are a known weak point and the ECU's learned adaptation values must be reset after cleaning or replacing the valve, or the code returns. Ignoring it risks a failed emissions test, accelerating carbon buildup in the intake, and on diesels extra soot loading of the particulate filter. This code is most commonly reported on 2005-2012 Renault Clio, with repair costs ranging from $100 to $600.
Common Causes
Typical Repair Cost
Based on 1 documented vehicle-specific issues. Actual cost depends on root cause and vehicle.
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FAQ
What does P2413 mean?
P2413 stands for "Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Performance." P2413 is a generic powertrain code meaning the engine computer commanded the EGR valve to move but did not see the expected change in exhaust-gas flow — the system is responding, just not performing as designed. The EGR system routes a metered amount of exhaust back into the intake to lower combustion temperatures and cut NOx emissions, so when flow is wrong the computer flags a performance fault rather than a simple electrical one. Drivers typically notice a check-engine light along with rough idle, hesitation on acceleration, reduced power, and worse fuel economy; some diesels may drop into limp mode. The code is especially common on the Renault 1.5 dCi turbodiesel, where carbon-fouled EGR valves are a known weak point and the ECU's learned adaptation values must be reset after cleaning or replacing the valve, or the code returns. Ignoring it risks a failed emissions test, accelerating carbon buildup in the intake, and on diesels extra soot loading of the particulate filter.
What are the most common causes of P2413?
The most common causes of P2413 are: Faulty or sticking EGR valve, usually from carbon buildup seizing the pintle (very common on Renault 1.5 dCi diesels), Clogged EGR passages or intake ports restricting exhaust-gas flow, Faulty EGR valve position sensor giving incorrect feedback to the ECU, Open, shorted, or corroded wiring and connectors in the EGR valve circuit, ECU adaptation values not reset after EGR valve cleaning or replacement (frequent cause of the code returning on Renault dCi engines), Exhaust leaks or vacuum-supply problems upstream of the EGR system, Failed EGR driver circuit inside the PCM/ECM (rare). The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P2413?
Repair costs for P2413 range from $100 to $600, depending on the vehicle and root cause.
Which vehicles are affected by P2413?
Au7o has documented P2413 across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Renault.
Sources (5)
- manufacturerDelphi: How to fix a sticking EGR valve on Renault Clio 1.5 dCi
- ForumHonest John forum: Clio 1.5 dCi EGR — notoriety and EGR-stuck-closed turbo failure link
- ForumIndependent Renault Forums: Clio 1.5 dCi EGR Valve
- ForumIndependent Renault Forums: 1.5 dCi fault code P2413 — EGR
- articleCarChecker: Renault Clio 1.5 dCi Mk3 Reliability — Problems & Costs (EGR clogging)
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