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Troubleshooting
C32 LRC Engine for Track-Type Tractors
Media Number -UENR0517-00 Publication Date -01/09/2011 Date Updated -28/09/2011

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Event Codes
SMCS - 1900

Engine Monitoring
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) monitors the operating parameters of the engine. The
ECM will generate an event code if a specific engine parameter exceeds an acceptable range
that is defined by the engine monitoring system. For information on the engine monitoring
system, refer to Troubleshooting, "Engine Monitoring System".

Cross-Reference Information for Event Codes

Event codes are generated when abnormal operating conditions exist. Table 1 is a list of the
event codes for the engine. The event codes are cross-referenced with the appropriate
procedure that can be used to troubleshoot the code.

Table 1
Cross-Reference from Event Code to the Appropriate Symptom Procedure 

Event Code  Symptom Procedure 

E096(2) High Fuel Pressure  Troubleshooting, "Fuel Pressure Is High" 

The prelube cycle has been overridden by the operator.

E098(1) Engine Pre-lube The keyswitch has been cycled from the START position to
Override  the OFF position and back to START position within in six
seconds. 

E198(2) Low Fuel Pressure  Troubleshooting, "Fuel Pressure Is Low" 

E233(1) Low Engine Pre- Troubleshooting, "Prelubrication Pump Problem" 
Lube Pressure 

E265(1) User-Defined
Troubleshooting, "Engine Shutdown Occurrence" 
Shutdown 

E321(1) High Right Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E321(2) High Right Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E321(3) High Right Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E322(1) High Left Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E322(2) High Left Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E322(3) High Left Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E360(1) Low Engine Oil

Troubleshooting, "Oil Pressure Is Low" 
Pressure 

E360(2) Low Engine Oil

Troubleshooting, "Oil Pressure Is Low" 
Pressure 

E360(3) Low Engine Oil

Troubleshooting, "Oil Pressure Is Low" 
Pressure 

E361(1) High Engine Coolant

Troubleshooting, "Coolant Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E361(2) High Engine Coolant

Troubleshooting, "Coolant Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E361(3) High Engine Coolant

Troubleshooting, "Coolant Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E362(1) Engine Overspeed  Troubleshooting, "Engine Overspeeds" 

E362(3) Engine Overspeed  Troubleshooting, "Engine Overspeeds" 

E363(1) High Fuel Supply

Troubleshooting, "Fuel Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E363(2) High Fuel Supply Troubleshooting, "Fuel Temperature Is High" 

Temperature 

E363(3) High Fuel Supply

Troubleshooting, "Fuel Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E390(1) Fuel Filter

Troubleshooting, "Fuel Filter Is Restricted" 
Restriction 

E390(2) Fuel Filter

Troubleshooting, "Fuel Filter Is Restricted" 
Restriction 

E539(1) High Intake

Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Temperature Is High" 
Manifold Air Temperature 

E539(2) High Intake

Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Temperature Is High" 
Manifold Air Temperature 

E539(3) High Intake

Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Temperature Is High" 
Manifold Air Temperature 

E563(3) Low Engine Coolant

Troubleshooting, "Coolant Flow Is Low" 
Flow 

E583(1) High Air Inlet #1

Troubleshooting, "Inlet Air Is Restricted" 
Differential Pressure 

E583(2) High Air Inlet #1

Troubleshooting, "Inlet Air Is Restricted" 
Differential Pressure 

E678(1) Ground Level

Troubleshooting, "Engine Shutdown Occurrence" 
Shutdown 

E775(2) High Left Exhaust #2

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E775(3) High Left Exhaust #2

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E776(2) High Right Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
#2 Temperature 

E776(3) High Right Exhaust

Troubleshooting, "Exhaust Temperature Is High" 
#2 Temperature 

E1045(2) Low Intake

Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Pressure Is Low" 
Manifold Pressure 

E1130(1) High Intake

Manifold #2 Air Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 
 E1130(2) High Intake
Manifold #2 Air Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

E1171(1) Engine Idle

Troubleshooting, "Engine Shutdown While Idling" 
Shutdown Occurred 

E1172(3) Engine Idle

Troubleshooting, "Engine Shutdown While Idling" 
Shutdown Pending 

E1217(3) Delayed Engine

Troubleshooting, "Engine Shutdown Override Occurrence" 
Shutdown Override 

E1228(1) High Intake

Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Differential
Manifold Air Differential
Temperature Is High" 
Temperature 

Parts of the Event Code

Event Code - The E identifies the code as an event code. The XXX(X) is a numeric identifier for
the event code. The fourth "(X)" assigns one of three levels to the active event code according to
the severity of the abnormal system condition. The code is followed by a description of the
code. Refer to the following example:

E360(1) Low Oil Pressure

E360(2) Low Oil Pressure

E360(3) Low Oil Pressure

The definition for the levels of severity for an event are defined below:

Table 2
Indicators (1), (2), and (3) 

Warning Category Indicator  Severity 

(1)  Least Severe 

(2)  Moderate Severity 

(3)  Most Severe 

Active Event Codes

An active event code represents a problem with engine operation. Correct the problem as
soon as possible.
Active event codes are listed in ascending numerical order. The code with the lowest number
is listed first.

Illustration 1 is an example of the operating range of a sensor.

Illustration 1 g01365757
Example of the typical operating range of a sensor
(1) This area represents the normal operating range of the engine parameter.
(2) In these areas, the engine is operating in an unsafe operating range of the monitored parameter. An event code
will be generated for the monitored parameter. The sensor circuit does not have an electronic problem.
(3) In these areas, the signal from the sensor is outside of the operating range of the sensor. The sensor circuit has
an electronic problem. A diagnostic code will be generated for the sensor circuit. Refer to Troubleshooting,
"Diagnostic Trouble Codes" for additional information on diagnostic codes.

Logged Event Codes

When the ECM generates an event code, the ECM may log the event code in permanent
memory. The ECM has an internal diagnostic clock. The ECM will record the following
information when an event code is generated:

The hour of the first occurrence of the code

The hour of the last occurrence of the code

The number of occurrences of the code

Logged events are listed in chronological order. The most recent event code is listed first.

This information can be helpful for troubleshooting intermittent problems. Logged codes can
also be used to review the performance of the engine.

Clearing Event Codes

A code is cleared from memory when one of the following conditions occur:

The code does not recur for 100 hours.

A new code is logged and there are already ten codes in memory. In this case, the oldest
code is cleared.

The service technician manually clears the code.

Always clear logged event codes after investigating and correcting the problem which
generated the code.

Troubleshooting
To troubleshoot the engine, perform the following steps to diagnose a malfunction:

1. Obtain the following information about the complaint:

The event and the time of the event

Determine the conditions for the event. The conditions will include the engine rpm
and the load.

Determine if there are any systems that were installed by the dealer or by the
customer that could cause the event.
 Determine whether any additional events occurred.

2. Verify that the complaint is not due to normal engine operation. Verify that the complaint
is not due to error of the operator.

3. Narrow the probable cause. Consider the operator information, the conditions of
operation, and the history of the engine.

4. Perform a visual inspection. Inspect the following items:

Fuel supply

Oil level

Oil supply

Wiring

Connectors

Be sure to check the connectors. This check is important for problems that are intermittent.
Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect".

If these steps do not resolve the problem, refer to Table 1 for the procedure to troubleshoot the
event code.

Machine Response to Active Event Codes

The Advisor panel is used to notify the operator of an immediate problem. The Advisor also
notifies the operator of an impending problem that is detected by the engine monitoring
system. An abnormal condition that is detected by the engine ECM is communicated over the
Cat Data Link to the monitoring system. The following warning indicators are used by the
monitoring system to communicate the levels of severity that are reported by the engine ECM:

The check engine lamp

Action lamp and Advisor message

Action alarm

The following table summarizes the relationship between the levels of severity and the actions
taken by the monitoring system.

Table 3
VIMS Service Warning for the Engine System 

Warning Category Check Engine Action Lamp

Action Alarm 
Indicator  Lamp  Advisor message 
 The lamp is
(1)  Off  Off 
illuminated. 

The lamp will flash.

The lamp is
(2)  Advisor displays a warning Off 
illuminated. 
message. 

The lamp will flash.

The lamp is The alarm will
(3)(1)  Advisor displays a warning
illuminated.  sound. 
message. 
(1) The VIMS may also perform an engine shutdown for some level 3 warnings that are reported by the engine ECM.
This shutdown will only be performed if the vehicle speed is equal to zero rpm and the parking brake has been
engaged.

Parameter Settings of the Engine Monitoring System

The default settings for the parameters are programmed at the factory. If the delay time or the
trip points are programmable, the minimum and maximum ranges will be listed in Table 4.
Some parameters are not programmable in the field. These parameters and the applicable trip
points are listed in Table 7.

The parameter settings for the engine monitoring system can also be viewed on Caterpillar
Electronic Technician (ET). To view the parameters of the engine monitoring system, refer to
Troubleshooting, "Engine Monitoring System".

Parameters for the Programmable Monitoring System

Table 4
Default Settings of the Programmable Monitoring System 

Trip Point and Delay

Level of Derate
Event Code  Enabling Time in
Severity  (%) 
Conditions  Seconds 

Refer to Table 5 for

(1)  8  N/A 
details. 

This severity level is

E360 Low Engine Oil
(2) turned off in the N/A  N/A 
Pressure 
software. 

Refer to Table 6 for

(3) 8  N/A 
details. 

E361 High Engine (1)  110° C (230° F)  10  25% for each °C
Coolant Temperature  above the lowest trip
 (2) 111° C (232° F)  20  point 

(3) 10

(1)  2600 rpm  The ECM disables

E362 Engine
0.6  injection above the
Overspeed 
(3) 3150 rpm  trip point. 

(1)  78° C (172° F)  30  N/A 

(2) 79° C (174° F)  30  N/A 

E363 High Fuel
Supply Temperature  This severity level is
(3) turned off in the N/A  N/A 
software. 

(1)  115° C (239° F) 

E539 High Intake
Manifold Air (2) 4  Map Dependent 
Temperature  120° C (248° F) 
(3)

E1130 High Intake (1)  115° C (239° F)  N/A 

Manifold #2 Air 4  20% for each °C
Temperature  (2) 120° C (248° F) 
above the trip point 

Table 5
Trip Points for Low Oil Pressure Warning (Gauge Pressures) 

0 rpm  0 kPa (0 psi) 

500 rpm  0 kPa (0 psi) 

1600 rpm  154 kPa (22 psi) 

2400 rpm  154 kPa (22 psi) 

Table 6
Trip Points for Low Oil Pressure Shutdown (Gauge Pressures) 

0 rpm  0 kPa (0 psi) 

500 rpm  0 kPa (0 psi) 

1600 rpm  104 kPa (15 psi) 

2400 rpm  104 kPa (15 psi) 

Monitoring System Parameters that are Not Programmable

Table 7
Trip Points for the Monitoring System 

Level of Trip Point and Enabling Delay Time in Derate

Event Code 
Severity  Conditions  Seconds  (%) 

E096 High Fuel Pressure  (2)  1000 kPa (145 psi)  (1)  N/A 

Refer to Illustration 2 for

E198 Low Fuel Pressure  (2)  (1)  20 
details. 

E233 Low Engine Pre-

(1)  15 kPa (2 psi)  N/A  N/A 
Lube Pressure 

(1)  600° C (1110° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

E321 High Right Exhaust
(2) 760° C (1400° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 
Temperature 
(3) 805° C (1480° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

(1)  600° C (1110° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

E322 High Left Exhaust
(2) 760° C (1400° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 
Temperature 
(3) 805° C (1480° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

103.4 ± 20.7 kPa

(1)  (1)  N/A 
(15.0 ± 3.0 psi) 
E390 Fuel Filter
Restriction  After severity level (1) is continuously active
(2) for two hours, severity level (2) will be N/A 
activated. 

E583 High Air Inlet #1 (1)  0  N/A 

7.5 kPa (1.1 psi) 
Differential Pressure  (2) (1)  N/A

(1)  600° C (1110° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

E775 High Left Exhaust
(2) 760° C (1400° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 
#2 Temperature 
(3) 805° C (1480° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

(1)  600° C (1110° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 

E776 High Right Exhaust
(2) 760° C (1400° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 
#2 Temperature 
(3) 805° C (1480° F)(2)  N/A  N/A 
 E1045 Low Intake (2)  Unavailable  N/A  N/A 
Manifold Pressure 

This event trips 20 seconds prior to the

E1172 Engine Idle
(3)  engine shutdown due to the engine idle N/A 
Shutdown Pending 
shutdown feature. 

E1228 High Intake

Manifold Air Differential (1)  16° C (29° F)  (1)  N/A 
Temperature 
(1) The delay time for this event is dependent on the severity of the condition.
(2) The ECM begins monitoring exhaust temperature four minutes after engine start-up.

Illustration 2 g02322215
Control map for low fuel pressure

The ECM uses separate timers for each WCI applicable for each parameter. If a trip point is
reached, the timer for that event is started.

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