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Error 13 on Bafang DP E170 / E180 / E181 Display

What it means + how to fix it From the manual

Quick answer

Error 13 on the Bafang E170 / E180 / E181 means “Error with the temperature sensor inside of the battery.” Most likely cause: a very hot or cold battery, dirty battery contacts, or a battery fault. Try this first: restart the system first.

Try this first

Free, and each takes under 5 minutes.

Restart the system first
Bring the battery to room temperature
Reseat the battery

In plain English

The battery's temperature sensor isn't reporting correctly. Bring the battery to room temperature and reseat it. If the code stays, the battery needs a shop check.

Step-by-step checklist

Work from the top. Steps go from free and easy to shop jobs. Switch the bike off before touching any connector. Tick each step as you go. Your progress is saved on this device.

1Restart the system firstFree Bafang's manual says to restart first whenever an error code appears: switch the system off, wait a few seconds, then switch it back on. If the code doesn't go away, carry on with the steps below.
2Bring the battery to room temperatureFree If the bike has been in hot sun or freezing cold, bring the battery indoors for an hour, then try again.
3Reseat the batteryFree Switch off and slide or lift the battery out of its mount. Wipe any dirt off the metal contacts on the battery and the mount, then put it back until it clicks and locks.
4Have the battery testedShop job A shop can test the battery and its protection circuit and tell you if it needs replacing. Never open the battery pack yourself.

Parts you might need

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Only buy a part if the free steps didn't fix it. Always match the voltage and connector type to your bike.

Replacement e-bike battery
Only if a shop confirms your battery is worn out or faulty. Must match voltage, mount and connector.
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Electrical contact cleaner spray
Cleans dirt and corrosion from connector pins and battery contacts.
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Still not fixed?

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When it's time for a shop: if you've worked through every step and the problem is still there, take the bike to an e-bike shop. Bring your notes on when it happens, plus the code.