U1013Invalid self-check data from the transmission computer

• Ford code · Engine
• Turns on the check-engine light

How the car detects it

The engine computer (PCM) received invalid internal monitoring data from the transmission computer (TCM). On cars with the DPS6 PowerShift gearbox, Ford bulletin 16-0129 links U1013, often together with U0100, U0101 or P0606, to a failed TCM and replaces it.

What you may notice

• No start, or the car won't move off
• Loss of power while driving
• Gear indicator flashing on the cluster
• 'Hill start assist not available' or parking-aid messages
• Check-engine light

Likely causes

• PossibleFailed PowerShift transmission computer (TCM)
• RareLow battery voltage or TCM wiring

Sources

• dtcdecode.com › U1013
• static.nhtsa.gov › MC-10109047-9999.pdf · official document
• static.nhtsa.gov › SB-10092576-5448.pdf · official document

Backed by at least two independent sources.

From Obdaryn's Ford pack, exactly as the app shows it, with the public sources above. Guidance only; confirm with a workshop.