E13
Trane · XR13 13 SEER Central Air Conditioner
The compressor start relay is malfunctioning, preventing the compressor from starting. This can cause the unit to fail to cool and may lead to compressor damage from repeated attempts to start.
Error E13 on the Trane XR13 13 SEER Central Air Conditioner means: Compressor Start Relay Failure. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace Compressor Start Relay” (medium difficulty, ~60 min, DIY cost: $15-$30). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · air conditioner
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While many air conditioner repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $180-$250.
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Indoor Air Temperature Sensor Fault
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High Pressure Switch Trip
Indoor Blower Motor Overcurrent
Outdoor Temperature Sensor Error
The Trane XR13 13 SEER Central Air Conditioner has 8 other known error codes:
Error code E13 also appears on 2 other Trane models:
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