RENR7950

July 2003

Systems Operation
Testing and Adjusting
Machine Security System (MSS)
Integrated
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Important Safety Information

Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance and repair are caused by failure to
observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially
hazardous situations before an accident occurs. A person must be alert to potential hazards. This
person should also have the necessary training, skills and tools to perform these functions properly.
Improper operation, lubrication, maintenance or repair of this product can be dangerous and
could result in injury or death.
Do not operate or perform any lubrication, maintenance or repair on this product, until you have
read and understood the operation, lubrication, maintenance and repair information.
Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this manual and on the product. If these hazard
warnings are not heeded, bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons.
The hazards are identified by the “Safety Alert Symbol” and followed by a “Signal Word” such as
“DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. The Safety Alert “WARNING” label is shown below.

The meaning of this safety alert symbol is as follows:

Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety is Involved.
The message that appears under the warning explains the hazard and can be either written or
pictorially presented.
Operations that may cause product damage are identified by “NOTICE” labels on the product and in
this publication.
Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. The
warnings in this publication and on the product are, therefore, not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure,
work method or operating technique that is not specifically recommended by Caterpillar is used,
you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and for others. You should also ensure that the
product will not be damaged or be made unsafe by the operation, lubrication, maintenance or
repair procedures that you choose.
The information, specifications, and illustrations in this publication are on the basis of information that
was available at the time that the publication was written. The specifications, torques, pressures,
measurements, adjustments, illustrations, and other items can change at any time. These changes can
affect the service that is given to the product. Obtain the complete and most current information before
you start any job. Caterpillar dealers have the most current information available.

When replacement parts are required for this

product Caterpillar recommends using Caterpil-
lar replacement parts or parts with equivalent
specifications including, but not limited to, phys-
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Failure to heed this warning can lead to prema-

ture failures, product damage, personal injury or
death.
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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Systems Operation Section
General Information ................................................ 4
System Overview .................................................... 5
Normal Operation ................................................... 6
Operation of Status Indicator .................................. 7
Key Information ....................................................... 8
Scheduled Access (“Security System Bypass
Times”) ................................................................ 10
Diagnostic Operation ............................................ 11
Protected Functions .............................................. 11
Service Operation Using Service Tool .................. 12
Electronic Control Module (ECM) ........................ 12
System Components ............................................ 12
Data Link .............................................................. 13

Testing and Adjusting Section

Testing and Adjusting
General Information .............................................. 15
Troubleshooting .................................................... 15
Product Identification Number - Program ............. 15
Key - Program ....................................................... 17
Scheduled Access - Program (Security System
Bypass) ............................................................... 24
Time - Set ............................................................. 25
Factory Password - Obtain .................................... 27
Configuration ........................................................ 33
Machine Security System - Uninstall .................... 39
Glossary of Terms ................................................. 39
System Schematic ................................................ 40

Index Section
Index ..................................................................... 41
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General Information
SMCS Code: 7631

The Caterpillar Machine Security System (MSS)

discourages unwanted operation of a machine. The
MSS uses the new Caterpillar Electronic Key. The
Caterpillar Electronic Key contains an electronic
chip. The electronic chip has a unique identification
number (ID). An exciter coil is mounted around the
key start switch. The exciter coil reads the ID of
the key.

The Electronic Control Module (ECM) of the Machine

Security System is setup with the ID of the keys of
the intended users. When the MSS is armed, the
ECM validates the ID of the key in the key start
switch. If the ID for the key is in the list of authorized
keys in the ECM and the key is valid, the machine
will operate normally. If the ID for the key is not in
the list of authorized keys in the ECM or the key is
not valid in the ECM, the MSS will keep the critical
machine functions disabled.

Components

The Machine Security System consists of the

following components:

• Electronic Control Module (ECM)

• Caterpillar Electronic Key
• Exciter Coil
• Key Reader Module
• Status Indicator
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Illustration 1

The integrated machine security system (MSS) i01935691

incorporates the MSS software into an ECM that
controls other machine functions and uses an System Overview
electronic key reader to read the key.
SMCS Code: 7631
The Electronic Key for the MSS contains an
electronic chip that is embedded in the head of The machine security system (MSS) is designed
the key. Each key contains a unique identification to restrict operation of a machine. A list of the
number. The Electronic Key uses the same key cut authorized electronic keys for a machine is
as the standard Caterpillar key. The electronic key contained in the ECM for the MSS. Only an
can be used to operate any machine that uses the Caterpillar electronic key that is authorized can
current Caterpillar key start switch. The Electronic disarm the MSS. This is accomplished by assigning
Key comes in a gray color or a yellow color. The the ID of an electronic key to the ECM for the MSS.
electronic keys are not configurable. The Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) must be
used to program the ECM with the authorized keys.
The exciter coil of the MSS is a ring shaped device.
The exciter coil is mounted around the existing When the electronic key is placed in the key switch
Caterpillar key start switch. The exciter coil is used of the machine and turned to the ON position, the
to read the ID that is contained in the Caterpillar key reader will read the unique ID that is stored in
electronic key. the key. The ECM will then compare this ID to the
list of authorized keys.
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic
key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the The status indicator turns a green color when the
key. If there is more than one key the ECM will MSS has read a authorized key.
not be able to read the key and the machine will
not start. If the ID of the key that is read matches an
authorized key the status indicator will turn a green
The status indicator for the MSS is mounted in the color and the MSS will disarm allowing the machine
dash of the machine near the key switch or the to operate.
gauge cluster. The status indicator will give basic
information about the MSS to the operator of the If the ID of the key that is read does not match the
machine. The status indicator has two colors: red list in the ECM the status indicator will become a
and green. red color. The MSS remains in the “armed” state
and the machine will remain disabled.

Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic

key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the
key. If there is more than one key the ECM will
not be able to read the key and the machine will
not start.
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The Machine Security System can be installed in Table 1

a combination of ways: Information That is Needed for the Factory Password
1. Electronic Control Product Identification
Serial Number for the ECM
The MSS may disable the machine by controlling
the electronic devices that are used to power Serial Number from ET
critical machine systems.
Tattletale
2. Immobilizer Reason Code

The MSS disables the machine by communicating Note: The password may only be used for one
with other electronic control modules across programming session. A different password will
the Cat Data Link (CDL) and disabling critical be required after you exit the Electronic Service
machine functions. Tool Screen.
In order to make any changes to the list of
authorized keys or changes to the configuration i01935414
parameters of the Machine Security System, the
user must have the Caterpillar Electronic Technician Normal Operation
(ET) and one of the following items:
SMCS Code: 7631
• A key with Master Access Level for that specific
Machine Security System Reading the ID of a Key
• A Factory Password Before you can operate the machine, the machine
security system (MSS) must identify a valid
When a key with the master access level is not electronic key ID.
available, a Factory Password is required to change
certain parameters in the configuration. When the key is turned to the ON position, the MSS
enters the read mode. The MSS then checks for
Refer to Testing and Adjusting, “Factory Password a valid electronic key ID. If the electronic key ID
- Obtain” for additional information on Factory matches an electronic key ID that is stored in the
Passwords. ECM, then the critical ECM functions are enabled.
An “enable” message is also sent via the CAT data
The Electronic Technician screen for the Factory link to the other electronic control modules that are
Level Security Password will display the following on the machine. The machine will operate normally.
parameters:
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic
• ECM serial number key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the
key. If there is more than one key the ECM will
• “Product ID”(Serial Number of the machine) not be able to read the key and the machine will
not start.
• Serial Number of the Service Tool
Note: In the event that the ECM has failed or the
• Reason Code ECM has been removed, the other critical machine
operations that are controlled by the other electronic
• Total Tattletale number control modules will not operate.
In order to obtain the proper passwords, the Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic
information must be given to an authorized key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the
Caterpillar dealer. key. If there is more than one key the ECM will
not be able to read the key and the machine will
If a key with the Master Access Level for the not start.
machine that is being serviced is not available,
a factory password must be entered before any
changes can be made. The following information is
needed before you call for a factory password:
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Armed If the MSS is unable to read an electronic key ID,

the system will remain armed.
When the MSS is armed, critical machine functions
are disabled. This disables the power that is When the MSS identifies a key with an invalid
supplied to each component that is powered by electronic key ID, the system will remain armed.
the output drivers. The machine will not be able to
operate normally.
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There are two states of operation within the “armed”

mode.
Operation of Status Indicator
SMCS Code: 7631
1. “Key Position OFF”
The Machine Security System (MSS) uses a status
When no power is applied to the MSS, the MSS indicator that is mounted in the cab near the key
will default to “armed” state. When power is start switch. The status indicator provides a visible
applied to the MSS and the grace has expired, alert of the presence of the security system. When
the MSS will return to the “MSS Armed”. the MSS is armed and the key start switch is
first turned to ON or START positions, the status
2. “Key Position ON” indicator will momentarily display a red light. This
provides a warning that the machine is armed with
When the key switch is first moved to the ON a security system.
position, the MSS tries to read the electronic key
ID. The ECM will continue reading attempts until
an ID is read or the read time-out expires. If the
key is not read after several attempts, the MSS
will turn the red LED of the status indicator on
and the MSS will remain armed.

Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic

key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the
key. If there is more than one key the ECM will
not be able to read the key and the machine will
not start.

Disarmed
When the MSS is disarmed, the machine can be
operated. The MSS has enabled the starter and
main circuits on the machine. A message is sent to
the other machine ECM(s) over the Cat data link.
The machine will be able to start. The green LED of
the status indicator will illuminate.

There are two ways to disarm the machine:

• Use a valid electronic key for this machine.

• Use any key during the MSS bypass schedule.

Grace Period
After a machine has been started successfully, the
operator will have 30 seconds after the machine is
turned off before the MSS is automatically armed.
The operator is not required to manually arm the
system.

During the 30 second grace period any key

(electronic and non-electronic) will start the machine
without key identification validation. When the
30 second grace period expires, the MSS will
automatically rearm.
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Status Indicator

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Illustration 2
Typical installation of the Status Indicator
(1) Status Indicator

The status of the MSS is displayed by the status

indicator in accordance with Table 2. The operator
can use the status indicator to determine the status
of the system or for troubleshooting.
Table 2
Status Indicators(2) Description
Red The MSS is armed.(1)
Green The MSS is disarmed.
The green LED will remain ON 30 seconds after power down (Grace Period). After
the 30 seconds have passed the MSS automatically returns to the “armed” mode.
(2) The LED’s are illuminated during initial power-up in order to test the LED’s.
(1) The red LED will remain ON while the key is in the ON position or until a valid key is read.

i01935308 • “Expiration Date”

Key Information • “ID1”
SMCS Code: 7631 • “ID2”
You may configure the machine security system The parameters are not stored in the electronic key.
(MSS) to recognize 50 authorized keys. This list A complete list of the configuration parameters that
contains those keys that will disarm the Machine are available in the Caterpillar Electronic Technician
Security System. The user adds keys to this list. (ET) are listed below:
The ECM can store five configuration parameters 1. Add an electronic key.
that identify each electronic key. These parameters
are listed below: 2. Change the information that is related to the
electronic key.
• “Description”
a. Access level
• “Access Level”
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b. Expiration date

c. Description

3. Delete an electronic key.

4. “Security Bypass Times”

5. Set the internal clock.

6. “Fleet Configuration”

Note: Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, “Key -

Program” section for additional information on items
6, 2.a, 2.b, 2.c, 3 and 5. Refer to the Testing and
Adjusting, “Scheduled Access - Program” section
addition information on item 4.

Note: A single electronic key can be used on

as many machines with a MSS as desired. The
following parameters can be different on each
machine: Description, Access Level, and Expiration
Date. The ID will be the same on all the machines

Note: The features of the MSS are supported in

version 3.2 or later of the Caterpillar Electronic
Technician (ET).
Table 3
Description Access Level Expiration Date ID1 ID2
Operator 2 Standard “- - - - - ” 58396874 52398427
Operator 1 Standard “- - - - - ” 86935748 87458963
Key 2 Standard 10/24/2000 12:00am 36454896 65842781
Key 1 Standard 6/15/2000 6:00pm 23548719 65842781
John Master “- - - - - ” 0 59377777
Foreman Master “- - - - - ” 23548719 36525897

ID1 & ID2 (ID & ID2) Access Level

The ID that is stored in the electronic key is a You may assign one of two access levels to a key in
16 digit number that is displayed as two 8 digit the list of keys. The levels are either “Standard” or
numbers in the Caterpillar Electronic Technician “Master”. Both access levels allow the key to disarm
(ET). These fields are known as ID1 and ID2. When the system for operation. The master access level
the numbers are combined the complete ID number also gives the user the ability to modify the settings
is formed. The ECM uses this ID to associate a of the Machine Security System with the Caterpillar
key to the set of parameters in the list of keys. In Electronic Technician (ET).
Table 3, the fourth entry and the sixth entry have
the same ID1. These keys are still unique since ID2 The standard access level is for normal operation
is different. Entries in the list may have the same of the machine. The master access level should be
information for the following items: Description, restricted to those persons that need to modify the
Access Level, and Expiration Date. You may choose settings of the Machine Security System.
a description of eleven characters or less for each
key in the list of keys. There can be multiple entries
in the list with the same description. Create a
description so that the key describes either the
owner of the key or the function of the user.

Note: It is advisable not to make duplicate

descriptions for the electronic keys.
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Expiration Date Table 4

“Sunday Security System Bypass Start Time” 00:00
An expiration date may be assigned to any key in
the list of keys. This expiration date is defined in “Sunday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 00:00
six hour intervals on a given date. The third entry “Monday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00
and the fourth entry in Table 3 contain an expiration
date. For all of the other keys in Table 3, the column “Monday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
with the expiration date is filled with “Dash lines”. 6:00
“Tuesday Security System Bypass Start Time”
“Dash lines” indicates that those entries do not have
an expiration date. The Machine Security System “Tuesday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
has an internal clock. Once the internal clock has
“Wednesday Security System Bypass Start 6:00
passed the expiration date for a key, that key will Time”
no longer disarm the system. However, the entry
will not be deleted from the list of keys. A new “Wednesday Security System Bypass Stop 18:00
expiration date can be set, or the feature can be Time”
disabled. A possible use for the expiration date is “Thursday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00
used in conjunction with a rental contract.
“Thursday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
Note: If the machine is running when the expiration “Friday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00
date and time is reached, the machine will continue
to run. When the machine is shut down and the 30 “Friday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 12:00
second grace period has timed out, the machine “Saturday Security System Bypass Start Time” 12:00
will not be allowed to restart.
“Saturday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 12:00

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Table 4 shows an example of “Security System
Scheduled Access Bypass”. The “Start Time” is the time when the
Machine Security System will disarm. The Machine
(“Security System Bypass Security System will return to the “armed” state at
Times”) the “Stop Time”. Between these two periods of time,
any Caterpillar key will operate the machine. Thus,
SMCS Code: 7631 the MSS is disarmed during this period of time.

The Machine Security System can be programmed All times are based on a 24 hour clock. For
to disarm for a period of time. The MSS can be set example, 6:00 am is 06:00 and 3:00 pm is 15:00.
to disarm for different time periods on each day. The Machine Security System will be disarmed
Within these periods of time, any Caterpillar key (a during the times that are listed below: Monday
standard key or an electronic key) will operate the through Thursday from 06:00 to 18:00
machine.
On Friday, the MSS is disarmed for only half of the
Note: It is not possible to configure the “bypass workday. After 12:00 on Friday, the Machine Security
times” for an individual electronic key. The System will be armed automatically. Operation will
“bypass times” are not associated to an be restricted to operators with electronic keys that
individual electronic key. are authorized in the ECM on that machine. Refer
to Table 4.
“Security System Bypass Times” are time periods
that can be set to automatically disarm the Machine The Machine Security System is “armed” on the
Security System. An electronic key is not required weekend. Because the “Start Time” and the “Stop
during these periods. This feature can be used for Time” are set for the same time, the Machine
the normal work shift of the machine. Outside the Security System will be armed throughout the day.
normal work shift, the Machine Security System
would be armed. When the MSS is armed an See Testing and Adjusting, “Scheduled Access -
electronic key is required to start the machine. This Program” in order to program the security system
feature would minimize the number of electronic bypass times.
keys that are needed.
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i01934917 The control module’s memory is used to store

diagnostic information. When a diagnostic is
Diagnostic Operation detected the following information is logged:
SMCS Code: 7631 • The CID will identify the component that has
failed.
A diagnostic code indicates that the ECM has
detected one or more of the following conditions: • The FMI will describe the problem.
• an invalid signal from an input • Number of occurrences of the diagnostic code
• an improper feedback from an output • The time of the first occurrence that the diagnostic
was detected.
• an internal error
• Last occurrence time, when the diagnostic was
One method of displaying diagnostic information last detected (stored with both machine hours
is provided: and RTC stamp)

• Diagnostic codes with descriptive text can be The problems which can be logged are listed in
viewed with the Caterpillar Electronic Technician Troubleshooting, “Diagnostic Code List”. Refer to
(ET). the Troubleshooting manual for your machine
Display the diagnostic code with the Caterpillar The ECM logs the number of times that the machine
Electronic Technician. is started with the methods that are listed below:
This method of displaying the diagnostic codes • Starting using an unauthorized method
uses the service tool to display the codes. The
Component Identifier (CID) identifies the specific
component for a specific diagnostic. The Failure i01935300
Mode Identifier (FMI) identifies the type of diagnostic
that was detected. The diagnostic codes allow Protected Functions
consistent identification of the problem. The service
tool is used to display the CID-FMI with descriptive SMCS Code: 7631
text for each combination. The descriptive text will
help to avoid mistakes in interpreting the codes. There are two levels of protection for the machine
security system (MSS):
Active Diagnostics • An electronic key with standard access level and
a non-electronic key
Active diagnostics indicate the presence of active
diagnostic codes for the MSS. A diagnostic code • An electronic key with master access level
informs the operator that a problem exists with the (factory password)
MSS.
The requirements for each level are explained
If the Cat service tool is available, the service tool below:
can be used to display all active diagnostic codes.
The service tool will also display codes that have An Electronic Key with Standard Access Level
been logged. and a Non-electronic Key

Logged Diagnostics • The table of the MSS keys can be viewed but the
table can not be modified.
A logged diagnostic will record problems that
are intermittent for the Machine Security System. • The configuration settings of the MSS can be
Logged diagnostics eliminate the need to duplicate viewed but the settings can not be modified.
problems that are intermittent. Logged diagnostics
will increase the accuracy of diagnosis. The time Electronic Key with Master Access Level
that is required to troubleshoot a problem is reduced
with the use of Diagnostics. Logged diagnostics A factory password or a master access level is
eliminate the need for trip recorders that are used needed to modify any MSS settings through the
to capture intermittent diagnostic information. service tool.

• The settings for the MSS can be modified.

• The list of valid key IDs can be modified.
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i01935362 ECM Inputs

Service Operation Using Keyswitch
Service Tool
The key start switch is also used as an input signal
SMCS Code: 0785-UE; 7631 to the MSS. The input from the key switch is used
to determine when the machine is on. Battery
The service tool is used to communicate with the voltage is connected to this input through the ON
ECM for the following information: and START positions of the keyswitch. When the
machine is operating and the alternator is charging,
• display and control of code the voltage on this input will be 14.1 - 15.1 Volts
for a 12 Volt system and 27.6 - 29.6 Volts for a 24
• programming Volt system. When the machine is not running, the
voltage on this input will be approximately 12 Volts
• management for a 12 Volt system and approximately 24 Volts for
a 24 Volt system.
• diagnostics
To properly protect the machine, the service tool
ECM Outputs
requires a factory password or a key with the master
access level before any modifications can be made Status Indicator
to the MSS.
The status indicator displays status of the system.
The status indicator has three connections. One
i01935366 of the three connections is for a ground. Another
connection is for the red LED. The third connection
Electronic Control Module is for the green LED.
(ECM)
Output Drivers
SMCS Code: 7610-MCH
Output drivers are available to control critical
machine functions. Unless a valid “key ID” has been
identified by the system, the drivers will remain
without power.

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System Components
SMCS Code: 7631

Caterpillar Electronic Key

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Illustration 3
Electronic Control Module (ECM)

The machine security system (MSS) is a integrated

feature for the machine ECM. The MSS software
and components are integrated into an ECM that
controls other machine functions. Illustration 4 g00793955

The Caterpillar Electronic Key

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The electronic key has the same key cut as the Status Indicator
universal Caterpillar key. The electronic key has an
electronic chip that is embedded inside the head of
the key. The electronic keys are gray or yellow.

Exciter Coil
The exciter coil provides communication between
the electronic key and the key reader module.

The exciter coil is mounted around the keyswitch.

This position allows the exciter coil to communicate
with the electronic key. Any ferrous metal between
the coil and the electronic key will interfere with
the communications. Mounting the coil in the same
plane as the top of the key start switch will minimize Illustration 6 g00862013
the interference.
The state of the MSS is displayed by the status
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic indicator. The green LED of the status indicator turns
key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the ON when the system is disarmed. The machine
key. If there is more than one key the ECM will should start. The red LED of the status indicator
not be able to read the key and the machine will turns ON when the system is armed and an invalid
not start. electronic key has been read by the MSS. The
machine should not start. The green LED and the
The exciter coil is connected to the harness via a red LED will remain OFF when the machine security
2-pin connector and a length of wire. system is not installed.

Electronic Key Reader i01934758

Data Link
SMCS Code: 7631

CAT Data Link

The Cat Data Link can connect the ECM for the
following items:

• Service tools
• Onboard controls
Illustration 5 g01007352 • Monitoring systems
When the key start switch is placed in the ON The service tool can send information to the ECM
position, the ECM will send a signal over the CAN through the Cat Data Link. The ECM can provide
data link that will command the key reader to excite information over the Cat Data Link to the following
the coil. The key ID from an electronic key is sent items: other electronic controls and service tool.
back to the requesting ECM over the CAN data link. The information can be for diagnostics, or the
information can be used to control other systems
Note: The key reader is NOT designed to on the machine.
communicate with the Caterpillar Electronic
Technician (ET).
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CAN Data Link

The CAN Data Link is an input and an output of the
machine ECM. The CAN Data Link is designed to
communicate with other electronic control modules
through the machine harness. The CAN Data Link
consists of internal ECM circuits and a twisted pair
of wires within the wire harness. The CAN Data
Link is bidirectional. The CAN Data Link allows the
ECM to receive information and the CAN Data Link
allows the ECM to send information. The CAN Data
Link communicates at a faster rate than the CAT
Data Link.
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Testing and Adjusting i01934662

Section Product Identification Number

- Program
SMCS Code: 7631-591
Testing and Adjusting
This procedure allows you to input or change the
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Product Identification Number (“Product ID”).

General Information Note: If the correct “product ID” has not been
entered into the MSS, you will be unable to obtain a
SMCS Code: 7631 factory password.

Caterpillar Electronic Key 1. Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar

ET to the machine via the communication
The machine security system (MSS) uses a adapter.
Caterpillar Electronic key. The key contains an
electronic chip that is embedded in the head of 2. Place an electronic key with master level access
the key. This chip contains a unique identification in the key start switch.
number. No two keys have the same ID. The
Electronic Key uses the same key cut as the 3. Turn the electronic key to the “ON” position.
standard Caterpillar key. The electronic key can be
used to operate machines that are not equipped 4. Start the Electronic Technician and establish
with the MSS. The head of the electronic key is gray communications with the machine ECM.
or yellow in color.
5. Select the “Configuration” option from the
The machine can be started when none of the “Service” Menu or press the “F5” key. This will
valid keys are available. Any CAT key and the display the “Configuration” screen.
access code for the MSS are required to enable
this function.

A System Disarm Feature will allow a machine to

operate with any key. Refer to the Testing and
Adjusting, “Scheduled Access - Program” for
additional information.

Security Management

The Machine Security System uses the Caterpillar

Electronic Technician (ET) (V3.2 or later) to manage
the settings of the system. There are restrictions on
accessing the settings. The “Security Management”
feature for the MSS controls the access to the
settings.

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Troubleshooting
SMCS Code: 7569

Refer to the Troubleshooting manual for your

machine in order to troubleshoot system failures.
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Illustration 7
Typical ET screen

6. Select the “Product ID” selection that is displayed 8. Enter the “Product ID” of the machine. The
on the “Configuration” screen. “Product ID” must have 8 digits. The “Product ID”
must be formatted as 3 alphanumeric characters
7. Click on the “Change” button that is located on and 5 numbers for a total of 8 digits. Refer to
the “Configuration” screen. This will display a item (4) in Illustration 9.
dialog box.
Note: Use the “Product ID” of MSS99999 for
Non-Caterpillar machines.

Note: First Quarter 2001, the Caterpillar Product

Identification Number (PIN) changed from 8
characters to 17 characters. The “Product ID” that
is required by the Machine Security System is the
last 8 digits. Refer to Item (4) in illustration 9.

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Illustration 8
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i01934453

Key - Program
SMCS Code: 7631-591

The machine security system (MSS) may be

programmed to accommodate a maximum of 50
keys. A new key is programmed into the machine
ECM with the service tool.

Programming with a Service Tool

The “Security Management” function of the
g00860618 Caterpillar ET allows you to view information on the
Illustration 9
key currently in the key switch. You may also view a
(1) Caterpillar’s World Manufacturing Code (characters 1 - 3) list of authorized keys. The authorized keys are the
(2) Machine description (characters 4 - 8)
(3) Check character (character 9) keys that have been programmed into the MSS.
(4) Machine Indicator Section (MIS) or Product Sequence Number
(characters 10 - 17). These characters were previously referred
to as the Serial Number.

9. Click on the “OK” button. This will cause the ET

to display the following message.

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Illustration 10

10. Click on the “Yes” button in order to change the

“Product ID”. Or you can click on the “No” button
to cancel the change of the “Product ID”.

If you enter an invalid “product ID”, The ET will

display the following message.

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Illustration 11
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Illustration 12

Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar “Display Area” – The “Security Management”
ET to the machine that will be programmed. After display area has five columns: “Description”,
the laptop computer is connected to the machine, “Access Level”, “Expiration”, “ID1”, and “ID2”. The
start the ET. Select the machine that has the MSS information can be sorted by a column. Click on
installed. Select the “Security Management” option the heading of the column, in order to sort by the
from “Service” menu. The “Security Management” information in that column. The “Description” column
screen will be displayed. Refer to Illustration 12. is the name for the key. The “Access Level” column
displays the access level for the key. There are two
Layout of the Screen access levels: Master and Standard. The Master
Access Level gives the user the capability to add
The “Security Management” screen has the or change information without a factory password.
following areas: Standard Access Level requires factory passwords
to add information on keys. The “Expiration” column
“Current Key Information” – The “Current Key gives the date and the time that a key will expire.
Information” area displays information of the key Keys expire in 6 hour increments. “ID1” and “ID2”
currently in the keyswitch. If the “Description”, are the unique identification numbers for the key.
“Access Level” and “Expiration” information was
not entered for the current key, these areas will be Push Buttons – The following push buttons are
blank. available in the “Security Management” screen:
“Change”, “Add”, “Delete”, and “Print”.
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Adding Key Information

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Illustration 13
Add key information

The “Add” push button allows you to add a key to 3. Insert the new key into the key start switch.
the list of Authorized Keys. This must be done within 30 seconds of step 2.
Turn the key to the ON position before the MSS
Note: When a function requires a factory password, indicator turns off.
the “Enter Factory Passwords” box is displayed.
4. Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar
To add a key, perform the following steps: Electronic Technician to the ECM on the machine.
Select the“ Machine Security System” from the
Note: Adding Keys requires a key with the master menu in the ET.
access level or a factory password.
5. Select the “Security Management Option” under
1. Insert a master key for that machine in the key the Service Menu in the ET.
start switch. Turn the key to the ON position. If a
master key is not used, then a factory password 6. Press the “Add” push button. The “Add Key
is required. Information” dialog box is displayed.

Note: The MSS indicator should be green. 7. Press the “Read” push button. ID1 and ID2 will
be filled with the information for the key that is
2. Turn the key to the OFF position. in the ignition.

Note: The MSS indicator should remain green. Note: The “ID1” field may contain a “0”.
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8. Enter the name for the key in the “Description”

box, if desired. The description may have up to
eleven characters. If no description is entered
the description will default to“Key#”. The # sign
indicates a number. For example, “Key1”, “Key
2”,“Key...”.

Note: It is not advisable to make duplicate names

for the keys in the list of keys.

9. Select the access level of the key from the

“Access Level” menu.

10. Select an “Expiration” button: “Disable” or

“Enable”

“Disable” does not have an “Expiration Date”. If

“Enable” is selected, enter the “Expiration Date”
and “Expiration Time” for that key.

Note: Setting a Key with “Master Level Access”

to the “Enable” status with an expiration date will
cause the Key with “Master Level Access” to expire.
If this occurs you will no longer be able to use the
key as a Master Level Access Key.

11. Press the “OK” button in order to add the

information for the key. The “Are you sure?” box
is displayed. Press “OK” in order to add the
key. Press “Cancel” in order to exit the “Add
Key Information” dialog box without adding the
information. Press “Help” to open on-line help
for assistance.
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Changing the Key Information

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Illustration 14
Change key information

The “Change” push button allows you to change Double click the key you want to change.
the “Description”, “Access Level” or “Expiration” of The “Change Key Information” dialog box is
a key. ID1 and ID2 cannot be changed. displayed.

Note: The “Change” push button is disabled until a 2. Enter the changes you want to make. See
key is selected from the authorized list. “Adding Key Information” for more detail.

Note: When a function requires a factory level

security password, the “Enter Factory Passwords”
dialog box is displayed.

Note: Changing Keys requires a key with the master

access level or a factory password.

Perform these steps in order to change the key

information:

1. Highlight the key that you want to change. Press

the “Change” push button. The “Change Key
Information” dialog box is displayed.

OR
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Deleting Key Information

g00730824
Illustration 15
Delete Key

Note: You cannot delete the last Master key. An Printing Key Information
error message will display if you attempt to delete
the last master access level key.

Note: Deleting Keys requires a key with master

access level or a factory password.

To delete a key:

1. Highlight the key you want to delete. Press the

“Delete” push button. The “Are you sure?” box
is displayed.

2. Press “OK” if you want to delete the key. Press

“Cancel” if you do not want to delete the
key. You automatically return to the “Security
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Management” screen. Illustration 16

The “Print Document” dialog box allows you to send

a report to a file, to a printer, or to the screen. The
report includes the following information:
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• Source of data
• Time
• Date of report generation
• ECM connection
• List of parameter values
• Information that is unique to the function that you
are printing

To print a report to a file:

1. Press the “Print” push button. The “Print

Document” box is displayed.

2. Press the “Print to File” button. Press “OK” in

order to print the report. Press “Cancel” in order
to exit the “Print Document” box without saving
the file.

Note: If you do not have a file open, the “Printing”

box asks you to open a file, create a new file, or
cancel. Choose the appropriate button in order to
continue.

Open: Press the “Open?” push button. The

“Open File Dialog” box is displayed. Highlight a
file and press the “Open” push button. The “Print
New Document To File” box is displayed.

New: Press the “New?” push button. Enter a new

file name into the “new file name” box. Press
“OK”. The “Print New Document To File” dialog
box is displayed.

Cancel: Press “Cancel” in order to exit the box.

You return to the “Print Document” box.

3. In the “Print New Document To File”, enter a

name for the document. Press “OK”. The “Print
to File is complete” box is displayed. Press
“OK” in order to return to the last active screen.
Press “Cancel” in order to exit the “Print New
Document To File” box.

To print a report to the printer:

1. Press the “Print” push button. The “Print

Document” dialog box is displayed.

2. Press the “Print to Printer” button and then press

“OK”. The “Print to Printer is Complete” box is
displayed. Press “OK” in order to return to the
last active screen. Press “Cancel” in order to exit
the “Print Document” box.

To print a report to the screen:

1. Press the “Print” push button. The “Print

Document” box is displayed.
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Illustration 17
Typical ET screen for Security Management

2. Press the “Print Preview” button and then press i01934772

“OK”. The “Print Preview Screen” is displayed.
Choose the appropriate push button to aid in Scheduled Access - Program
viewing the document. “Print” prints the report to (Security System Bypass)
the printer. “Next Page” views the next page of
the report. “Next Page” is disabled if you are on SMCS Code: 7631-591
the last page of the report. “Prev Page” views
the previous page of the report. “Prev Page” Use the following procedure to change the
is disabled if you are on the first page of the Activation Periods of the Security System Bypass:
report. “Two Page” displays two pages of the
report. “Zoom In” magnifies the text. “Zoom In” is Note: Changing the MSS Bypass times requires you
disabled when the text is fully magnified. “Zoom to use a key with master access level or a factory
Out” decreases the size of the text. “Zoom Out” password.
is disabled when the text is at normal size.
“Close” will exit the preview. 1. Insert a key with Master Access Level in the key
start switch and turn to the ON position.
See Testing and Adjusting, “Configuration” in order
to copy and save key information to a file 2. Select “Service/Configuration” from the tool bar
of the ET. This will bring up the Configuration
screen.
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Illustration 18
Typical ET screen

3. Highlight the “Security System Bypass Start 7. To have the MSS armed 24 hours a day, repeat
Time” for the day that you want to setup. Press Steps 3 and 5 entering 00:00 as the “Start time”
the “Change” push button at the bottom of the and 00:00 as the “Stop time”.
page. This will bring up the “Change Parameter
Value” screen. Note: All times are based on a 24 hour clock. Refer
to Testing and Adjusting, “Time - Set” for instructions
4. Enter the desired “start time” in the space that on setting the date and the time of the MSS.
is provided. Then click on the “OK” button.
i01948734
All times are based on a 24 hour clock. If you
want the desired start time to be 6:00 am then
you must enter 06:00. If you want the desired
Time - Set
start time to be 6:00 pm then you must enter SMCS Code: 7631-529
18:00. You must include the colon in the time
setting or the MSS will not accept your entry. You must set the correct date and time for the
Machine Security System. Use the following
5. Highlight the “Security System Bypass Stop procedure to set the date and time.
Time” for the same day. Press the “Change”
push button at the bottom of the page. This will Note: Changing the MSS clock time requires a key
bring up the “Change Parameter Value” screen. with the master access level or a factory password.
Enter the desired “stop time” in the space that is When the 30 second grace period is active, the
provided and click on the “OK” button. MSS Status LED will be illuminated GREEN with the
keyswitch in the OFF position.
6. Repeat Steps 3 and 5 for all days which should
have Bypass Activation Times.
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1. Connect the Cat ET to the service connector via

the communication adapter.

2. Place the Master Access Level Key into the key

start switch and turn the key to the ON position.

3. Start the Cat ET.

4. Click on the “Connect” icon in the menu bar of

the Cat ET.

5. Once the Cat ET has established communications

with the MSS ECM, select the “ECM date/time”
option from the “Service” menu. This will cause
the Cat ET to display the following screen. g00997478
Illustration 21

8. Enter the local date and time. Use an accurate

time source.

Note: Laptop clocks are not accurate and may have

a different time than the local time.

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Illustration 19

6. Press the “Change” button. This will cause the

“Date and Time” dialog box.

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Illustration 22

9. Then press the “OK” button. The Cat ET will

display the following message.

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Illustration 20

7. Select the local time zone from the drop down

list.

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Illustration 23

10. Click on the “Yes” button in order to change the

date and time or click on the “No” button in order
to cancel the change. The Cat ET will display the
new time on a 24-hour clock.
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Illustration 24

i01932152

Factory Password - Obtain

SMCS Code: 7631-554-XW

You may use the following methods to obtain

a factory password. The first method is via the
Factory Password System (FPS) via the internet.
The second method is via the telephone help line.
The procedures for both methods are listed in the
following sections.

Internet
1. The Factory Password System (FPS) is a secure
web site and a password is required. Proceed
to step 1.a if you do not have a “Login ID” and
a “Password”. Proceed to step 2 if you already
have a “Login ID” and a “Password”.

a. Refer to the “Telephone Help Line” section or

see your Caterpillar dealer in order to obtain
the factory password.

2. Open your web browser. Enter the address

for the Factory Password System (FPS)
(“http://fps.cat.com”) in the address bar of the
web browser.

Upon accessing FPS, the “Corporate Web

Security” web site will appear.
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g00847746
Illustration 25

3. Enter your “Login ID” and “Password” into

the “Corporate Web Security” site. Refer to
Illustration 25.
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g00847751
Illustration 26

4. Enter the following information:

• “Product Serial Number”

• “Engine Units”
Note: Enter the hours that are displayed on the
service hour meter in the “Engine Units” block.
Select “Hours” as the unit.

• “Service Tool Serial Number”

• “ECM Serial Number”
• “Total Tattletale Value”
• “Reason Code”
Note: The “Rerate” section is not used with the
Machine Security System. Do NOT enter information
in this section.

Note: The information that is listed above may be

obtained from the “Enter Factory Passwords” screen
in the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). Refer
to Illustration 27.
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Illustration 27
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Illustration 28

5. Click on the “Submit” button. The passwords will

then be generated.
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Illustration 29

6. Record both of the factory passwords. • Serial Number of the Machine ECM
Note: Both passwords are required in order to • Total Tattletale Value
make changes to the parameters of the Machine
Security System. • Reason Code
Note: The information that is listed above may be
Telephone Help Line obtained from the “Enter Factory Passwords” screen
The telephone help line for factory passwords is in the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). Refer
to Illustration 30.
available at the telephone number that is listed
below:

(309) 578-6529

The telephone help line will need the information

that is listed below in order to obtain the password:

• “Product Serial Number”

• Service Meter Hours (“Engine Unit Block”)
• Serial number of the Service Tool (Electronic
Technician)
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Illustration 30

i01945858 Note: Changing the “Fleet/Key Configuration”

requires a key with master access level or a factory
Configuration password.
SMCS Code: 7631-025 3. If there is no recently loaded data available the
“No data is available...” message box will display.
“Fleet/Key Configuration”
4. Press “Yes” to load data from the ECM. The
The “Fleet/Key Configuration” function allows “ECM Selector” dialog box displays.
you to easily configure and manage a Machine
Security System (MSS) enabled machine or a set Press “No” if you do not want to load data. The
of machines. The function allows you to program, “Fleet/Key Configuration blank screen” displays.
load, and save a set of configuration parameters
and key information. The information can be loaded Note: Pressing the “Load from ECM” push button
from or programmed to the MSS. This information from the “Fleet/Key Configuration” screen also
can also be saved to or loaded from a file. displays the “ECM Selector” dialog box.

Once a file is saved in“Fleet/Key Configuration”, 5. Highlight the Machine Security System ECM you
File Management can be used to export the file as wish to copy from and then press “OK”. As the
a *.MSS file. The exported *.MSS file can then be data is loading from the ECM, the “Please wait”
imported into the MSS Key Management Software message displays. Then, the “Loading data from
program, for management of the “Fleet/Key” ECM” progress bar displays.
information.
6. Press “Cancel” to exit the “ECM Selector”
Loading Data from the ECM dialog box. Press “Help” to open online help for
assistance.
1. Connect the service tool to the Machine Security
System ECM that you want to copy. You can cancel the loading process at any time,
by pressing the “Cancel” push button. The “Are
2. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service” you sure...” message box displays. Press “Yes”
menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration” to cancel loading the data or press “No” not to
from the sub-menu. cancel loading the data.
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7. When the data has been successfully loaded,

“The data has been successfully loaded”
message box displays.

8. Press “OK”. The “Fleet/Key Configuration” screen

displays with the “Program ECM” and the “Save
to File” push buttons are enabled.

Note: The data must be saved to a file before you

disconnect from the service tool or the data is lost.

Saving the Configuration to a File

1. Press the “Save to File” push button. The “Print
New Document to File” dialog box displays.

Note: If you do not have a file open, the “Printing”

dialog box asks you to open a file, create a new
file, or cancel. Choose the appropriate button to
continue.

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Illustration 31

2. Enter a document name and description in the Loading Data from a File
appropriate text boxes. Press the “OK”button.
The “Fleet/Key Configuration saved successfully” 1. Connect the service tool to the ECM to be
message box displays. Press the “Cancel” push programmed.
button to exit the “Print New Document To File”
dialog box without saving the file. You will return 2. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service”
to the “Fleet Configuration” dialog box. menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration”
from the sub-menu.
3. Press “OK” to return to the “Fleet/Key
Configuration” screen. If there is no recently loaded data available the
“No data is available...” message box displays.
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3. Press “No” that you do not want to load data

from the ECM. The “Fleet/Key Configuration
screen” displays.

4. Press the “Load from File” push button. The “File

Management” dialog box displays.

5. If you press the “Load from File” push button with

unsaved data on the “Fleet/Key Configuration”
screen, a message box displays asking if you
want to save the changes.

6. From the“ File Management” dialog box, highlight

the file from the “Files” list box, and then highlight
the “Fleet/Key Configuration document” that you
want to load from the “Documents” list box.

7. Open the document. As the data loads,

a progress bar displays. Then, the “Fleet
Configuration” message box displays.

8. Press “OK”. The “Fleet/Key Configuration” screen

displays with the file data.

Programming the ECM

Note: The data must be loaded from a file before
you can program an ECM.

Note: Keys that are already programmed into

the ECM can be unchecked from the “Fleet/Key
Configuration” screen. This is only a time saving
measure. If you do not uncheck the keys,
the “Program ECM” message box displays.
This message box lists all keys that were not
programmed because the keys were already stored.

Press the “Program ECM” push button. The “ECM

Selector” dialog box displays.
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Illustration 32

Highlight an ECM and press “OK” The “Please wait”

message box displays. Then the “Testing ECM”
progress bar displays.

You can cancel the uploading process at any time,

by pressing the “Cancel” push button. The “Are
you sure...” message box displays. Press “Yes” to
cancel uploading the data or “No” not to cancel.

Refer to the following procedures when you

“Append” or “Replace” the key list. Refer to the
“Append” section to append the list. Refer to the
“Replace” section to replace the list.

Append

1. Connect the service tool to the ECM to be

programmed.

2. Start the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET)

Note: This procedure requires Caterpillar Electronic

Technician (ET) version 2002A or later.
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Illustration 33

3. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service”

menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration”
from the sub-menu.

4. Open the document. As the data loads,

a progress bar displays. Then, the “Fleet
Configuration” message box displays.

5. Press “OK”. The “Fleet/Key Configuration” screen

displays with the file data.

6. Click on the “Program ECM” button. This displays

the Fleet key information box.

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Illustration 35

8. Click on the “Yes” button if you are prompted.

When the data has been successfully uploaded, the

“Programming complete.” message box displays.
Press “OK”

Note: MSS can store a maximum number of 50 keys

at one time. “Fleet/Key Configuration” determines
the number of keys slots not programmed on the
MSS. You can not program more keys than the
maximum number allowed. A message box displays
Illustration 34 g00900403 informing you of the number of key slots available
or that there are no more key slots are available.
7. Click on the “Append” button. You must remove enough keys in order to add new
key information.

STOP.

Replace

1. Connect the service tool to the ECM to be

programmed.
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Note: This procedure requires Caterpillar Electronic

Technician (ET) version 2002A or later.

2. Start the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET)

g00899580
Illustration 36

3. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service” 8. Click on the “Replace” button.
menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration”
from the sub-menu.

4. From the“ File Management” dialog box, highlight

the file from the “Files” list box, and then highlight
the “Fleet/Key Configuration document” that you
want to load from the “Documents” list box.

5. Open the document. As the data loads,

a progress bar displays. Then, the “Fleet
Configuration” message box displays.

6. Press “OK”. The “Fleet/Key Configuration” screen

displays with the file data.
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7. Click on the “Program ECM” button. The Fleet Illustration 38

9. Click on the “No” button if you are prompted.

When the data has been successfully uploaded, the

“Programming complete.” message box displays.
Press “OK”

Note: MSS can store a maximum number of 50 keys

at one time. “Fleet/Key Configuration” determines
the number of keys slots not programmed on the
MSS. You cannot program more keys than the
maximum number allowed. A message box displays
informing you of the number of key slots available
or that there are no more key slots are available.
You must remove enough keys in order to add new
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Illustration 37 key information.
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STOP. i01946079

Glossary of Terms
i01922218
SMCS Code: 7631
Machine Security System -
Uninstall Armed – This is a state of the security system when
the machine is disabled.
SMCS Code: 7631-011
CAN Data Link (CAN) – The CAN data link is
Use the following procedure in order to permanently an electrical connection for communication with
uninstall the Machine Security System (MSS). onboard devices.

Note: You will need to obtain a factory password in Disarmed – This is a state of the security system
order to perform this procedure. A master electronic when the machine is able to operate normally.
key will not allow the user to uninstall the Machine
Security System. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, Electronic Control Module – The portion of the MSS
“Factory Password - Obtain” section of this manual that contains the microprocessor and memory
for information on obtaining a factory password.
Electronic Key Reader – The electronic key reader
Note: One factory password is required in order to module sends key information to the ECM. The
uninstall MSS premium software from the ECM that information is transmitted from the exciter coil to
the software is integrated with. the key reader module.

Note: An alternative to uninstalling the MSS software EID – Event Identifier

is to use a master key in order to bypass the
security system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, Exciter Coil – The exciter coil is a small coil of
“Scheduled Access - Program”. fine wire. The wire is molded into the bezel of a
keyswitch with harness wiring. The exciter coil
1. Connect a laptop Computer with the Caterpillar provides a path of communication. The electronic
ET to the machine via the communication key and the electronic control module communicate
adapter. via radio frequency.

2. Place a key in the key start switch. Factory Password – Protects the machine when
using the service tool. The password must be used
3. Turn the key to the “ON” position. when any modifications are done to the MSS.

4. Start the Electronic Technician and establish Immobilizer – The Machine Security System
communications with the machine ECM. Immobilizer is a feature within another ECM (engine
and/or transmission) that restricts the operation
5. Select “Service/Configuration” from the toolbar of the machine until the Machine Security System
on the ET. This will bring up the configuration disarms.
screen.
Master Access Level – A level of access to permit
6. Highlight the “Machine Security System the operation of the machine. In addition, the key
Installation Status” and select the “Change” allows the user to add new keysinto the ECM and
button at the bottom of the page. This will bring allows MSS settings to be modified without a factory
up the bring up the “Enter Factory Password password. Also, keys that are already programmed
Screen”. can be modified.

7. Obtain a factory password. Refer to the Testing MSS – Machine Security System
and Adjusting, “Factory Password - Obtain”
section of this manual for information on PID – A parameter identifier is used to identify
obtaining a factory password. specific parameters that are used by the MSS.

8. Change the value to “Not Installed”. Product ID – The Product ID is an 8 digit

alphanumeric number that identifies the machine.
9. Remove the electronic key reader hardware and
plug the connector. Programming – Programming refers to the process
of storing information in the memory of the control
module.
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Software Enable Attachment – A feature or function

on a machine that uses software in order to
enable the functionality. The actual software used
to accomplish the function is embedded in the
standard machine software (flash file). The feature
requires a factory level password in order to
activate.

Standard Access Level – Keys that are programmed

for this level of access permit the operation of the
machine.

Tattletale – The tattletale is a counter in the ECM

that is used as part of the calculation for the factory
password. The tattletale is incremented after a
factory password is used. The affected parameter
will have an increase in the specific parameter
of the tattletale and the total tattletale will reflect
the increase as well. Once you use the factory
password the factory password will no longer be
valid. To make a change on the same ECM at a
later date, another password will be required.

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System Schematic
SMCS Code: 7566

Refer to the corresponding schematic of the

machine or Special Instruction.
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Index Section

Index
C N

Configuration ......................................................... 33 Normal Operation .................................................... 6

“Fleet/Key Configuration” ................................... 33 Armed .................................................................. 7
Disarmed ............................................................. 7
Grace Period........................................................ 7
D Reading the ID of a Key ...................................... 6

Data Link ............................................................... 13

CAN Data Link ................................................... 14 O
CAT Data Link .................................................... 13
Diagnostic Operation ............................................. 11 Operation of Status Indicator................................... 7
Active Diagnostics.............................................. 11 Status Indicator .................................................... 8
Logged Diagnostics ........................................... 11

P
E
Product Identification Number - Program .............. 15
Electronic Control Module (ECM) .......................... 12 Protected Functions............................................... 11
ECM Inputs ........................................................ 12
ECM Outputs ..................................................... 12
S

F Scheduled Access - Program (Security System

Bypass)................................................................ 24
Factory Password - Obtain .................................... 27 Scheduled Access (“Security System Bypass
Internet............................................................... 27 Times”)................................................................. 10
Telephone Help Line .......................................... 32 Service Operation Using Service Tool................... 12
System Components ............................................. 12
Caterpillar Electronic Key................................... 12
G Electronic Key Reader ....................................... 13
Exciter Coil......................................................... 13
General Information........................................... 4, 15 Status Indicator .................................................. 13
Glossary of Terms ................................................. 39 System Overview..................................................... 5
System Schematic................................................. 40
Systems Operation Section ..................................... 4
I

Important Safety Information ................................... 2 T

Table of Contents..................................................... 3
K Testing and Adjusting ............................................ 15
Testing and Adjusting Section ............................... 15
Key - Program........................................................ 17 Time - Set .............................................................. 25
Programming with a Service Tool ...................... 17 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 15
Key Information........................................................ 8
Access Level ........................................................ 9
Expiration Date .................................................. 10

Machine Security System - Uninstall ..................... 39

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