374 Excavator Machine Electronic Control System Sensor Signal (Analog, Passive) - Test Caterpillar


Sensor Signal (Analog, Passive) - Test
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1.1. Machine ECM 1
2.1. Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedure
3.1. FMI 3
4.1. FMI 4

Machine ECM 1

The following is a list of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that are associated with the passive (analog) circuits of the machine.

Table 1
Machine ECM 1 (MID 299) 
J1939  CDL  Code Description  System Response 
  96-3  Fuel Level Sensor: Voltage Above Normal  Fuel gauge indicator will report incorrectly. 
  96-4  Fuel Level Sensor: Voltage Below Normal  Fuel gauge indicator will report incorrectly. 
  600-3  Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor: Voltage Above Normal  Hydraulic oil temperature indicator will report incorrectly. 
  600-4  Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor: Voltage Below Normal  Hydraulic oil temperature indicator will report incorrectly. 

A passive analog sensor contains an internal resistor. The change in resistance of the internal circuit results in a change of voltage that is detected by the electronic control module.



Illustration 1g06183542
Schematic of the Fuel Level Sensor and Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor

The preceding diagram is a simplified schematic of the fuel level sensor, and the hydraulic oil temperature sensor connections. The schematic is electrically correct. However, not all the possible harness connectors are shown. Refer to the latest revision of the Electrical Schematic to view the entire circuitry of the machine.

The following table is a reference that can be used when checking for proper resistance on the hydraulic oil temperature sensor.

Table 2
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor Resistance 
C° Temperature  F° Temperature  Resistance 
-20  -4  9716 
32  3268 
20  68  1250 
50  122  360 
100  212  68 

The following table is a reference that can be used when checking for proper resistance on the fuel level sensor.

Table 3
Fuel Level Sensor Resistance 
Float Position  Resistance (Ω) 
Full  27 
Empty  247.4 

Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedure

Table 4
Required Tools 
Tool  Part Number  Description  Qty 
T1  146-4080(1)  Digital Multimeter Group 
8T-3224 Needle Tip Group 
7X-1710 Multimeter Probe Group 
8T-8726 Cable Assembly (Three Pin) (3-Pin Breakout) 
T2  JERD2129  Cat® Electronic Technician (Cat ET) 
Windows-based PC 
466-6258 Communication Adapter Gp 
T3  6V-4148  Connector Repair Kit (Sure Seal) 
T4  190-8900  Connector Field Repair Kit (Deutsch) 
T5  175-3700  Connector Repair Kit Deutsch DT 
(1) This multimeter can use an RS232C cable to connect to a Laptop computer or Dataview tool gp for troubleshooting.

Prior to beginning this procedure, inspect the harness connectors that are involved in the circuit. Poor connections can often be the cause of a problem in an electrical circuit. Verify that all connections in the circuit are clean, secure and in good condition. If a problem with a connection is found, correct the problem and verify that this diagnostic code is active before performing this procedure.

  1. Identify the active FMI code associated with the components.

  2. Determine which code is present and use the list below to determine which procedure to follow.

  • FMI 3 diagnostic code, proceed to "FMI 3".

  • FMI 4 diagnostic code, proceed to "FMI 4".

FMI 3

Table 5
Check The Sensor 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
Note: Refer to the tables above for a list of resistance values related to specific values.

1. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

2. Disconnect the sensor from the harness.

3. Measure the resistance between pin 1 and 2 of the sensor. 
The resistance reading agrees with the values from the table.  Result: The resistance readings agree with the values in the table.

Proceed to "Check For An Open In The Sensor Circuit", Table 6.

Result: The resistance readings do not agree with the values in the table.

Repair: Replace the sensor.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 8. 

Table 6
Check For An Open In The Sensor Circuit 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. The start switch and disconnect switch remain in the OFF position.

2. The harness connector remains disconnected from the sensor.

3. At the sensor harness connector, install a jumper wire across pins 1 and 2.

4. Disconnect the J1 and J2 connectors from the ECM.

5. At the ECM harness connector, measure the resistance between the signal and return contacts for the sensor. 
The resistance reading is less than 5 Ω.  Result: The resistance is less than 5 Ω.

Proceed to "Check The Signal Circuit For A Short", Table 7.

Result: The resistance is greater than 5 Ω. The open is in the signal circuit or the return circuit.

Repair: Repair or replace the harness.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 8. 

Table 7
Check The Signal Circuit For A Short 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. The disconnect switch and the start switch remain in the OFF position.

2. The harness connectors J1 and J2 remain disconnected from the ECM.

3. Remove the jumper wire from the sensor harness connector.

4. At the ECM harness connectors, measure the resistance between the signal circuit and all the other contacts that are used on the ECM. 
Each resistance reading is greater than 5K Ω.  Result: Each measurement is greater than 5K Ω.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 8.

Result: A resistance measurement is less than 5 Ω. A short exists between the signal circuit and the circuit with the low-resistance measurement.

Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 8. 

Table 8
Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. Reconnect all harness connectors. Return machine to normal operating condition.

2. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch ON.

3. Clear all diagnostic codes.

4. Operate the machine.

5. Stop the machine and engage the safety lock lever.

6. Check if the diagnostic code is active. 
The diagnostic code is no longer present.  Result: The diagnostic code does not exist currently. The initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections. Resume machine operation.

STOP.

Result: The diagnostic trouble code has not been corrected. If the diagnostic code has not been corrected after performing the procedure a second time, the ECM may require replacement.

Prior to replacing the ECM, always contact the Technical Communicator at your dealership for possible consultation with AVSpare. This consultation may effect repair time.

Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.

STOP

FMI 4

Table 9
Check The Sensor 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. Turn the start switch and disconnect switch ON.

2. Ensure that the diagnostic code is active.

3. Disconnect sensor from machine harness. 
The diagnostic code remains active.  Result: Diagnostic code remains active.

Proceed to "Check The Wiring Harness Of The Sensor For A Short To Ground", Table 10.

Result: Diagnostic code is no longer active.

Repair: Replace the sensor.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 11. 

Table 10
Check The Wiring Harness Of The Sensor For A Short To Ground 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch OFF.

2. Disconnect the machine harness connector from the sensor.

3. Disconnect the machine harness connectors from the ECM.

4. At the ECM harness connectors, measure the resistance between the signal circuit and all the other contacts that are used on the ECM. 
Each reading greater than 5K Ω.  Result: All resistance readings are greater than 5K Ω.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 11.

Result: One or more of the readings are less than 5 Ω. A short exists between the signal contact and the circuit with the low resistance.

Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness.

Note: A resistance that is greater than 5 Ω but less than 5K Ω would indicate a loose connection or a corroded connection in the circuit. A resistance measurement that is greater than 5K Ω would indicate an open in the circuit.

Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 11. 

Table 11
Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. Reconnect all harness connectors. Return machine to normal operating condition.

2. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch ON.

3. Clear all diagnostic codes.

4. Operate the machine.

5. Stop the machine and engage the safety lock lever.

6. Check if the diagnostic code is active. 
The diagnostic code is no longer present.  Result: The diagnostic code does not exist currently. The initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections. Resume machine operation.

STOP.

Result: The diagnostic trouble code has not been corrected. If the diagnostic code has not been corrected after performing the procedure a second time, the ECM may require replacement.

Prior to replacing the ECM, always contact the Technical Communicator at your dealership for possible consultation with AVSpare. This consultation may effect repair time.

Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.

STOP

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