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Event Code List (RENR9013-18)

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Event codes alert the operator or the technician that an abnormal operating condition exists in one of the machine
systems.

When the Implement ECM activates an event code, the operator will be alerted by the Messenger. Most active events will be logged
by the ECM. Some events are active only. Events that are active only are not logged by the ECM. The active events and the logged
events can be viewed by use of the Messenger or by use of the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (Cat® ET) Service Tool.

Warning Levels
The ECM will assign one of three warnings levels to an active event code. The levels are based on the severity of the abnormal
system condition. Each warning level requires a specific response from the operator. The warning levels and required operator
response are listed below.

Level 1
Warning level 1 alerts the operator that a machine system requires attention. The operator should check that the involved system
condition or the operator should perform maintenance on the involved system at the earliest possible time.

Level 2
Warning level 2 requires changing the operation of the machine or performing a maintenance procedure. Failure to correct the
problem related to this warning may result in damage to the components of the machine system that are involved.

Level 2S
Warning level 2S requires an immediate change in machine operation to avoid possible damage to the system of the machine.

Level 3
Warning level 3 requires an immediate safe shutdown of the machine to avoid damage to the machine or injury to personnel around
the machine. The problem that caused the event must be corrected before machine operation can resume.

Indications and System Response

Messenger
The Messenger will alert the operator when an event code is active. Event codes are activated in one of three warning levels
according to the severity of the condition.

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Indicators
(1) Left turn signal
(2) Left blade float
(3) Battery charge
(4) "Electric engine preheat"
(5) Engine system
(6) Implement system
(7) Throttle lock
(8) Primary steering
(9) Action light
(10) Analog tachometer
(11) Parking brake
(12) Transmission system
(13) Differential lock
(14) Steering system
(15) High beam
(16) Brake system
(17) Operator not present
(18) Right blade float
(19) Right turn signal
(20) Articulation angle gauge
(21) Fuel level gauge
(22) LCD display
(23) Hydraulic oil temperature gauge
(24) Coolant temperature gauge

The warning indicators for the subsystem on the Instrument Cluster will illuminate when an event is activated for a particular
subsystem. When level 1 events are active, the warning indicator of the subsystem will be the only type of indicator that will illuminate.

The action Indicator will flash red when a level 2 warning or level 3 warning is active. If communication between Messenger and the
Instrument Cluster fails, the action lamp will flash yellow.

The action alarm is driven as an output directly from the Instrument Cluster. If a level 3 warning is active, the action alarm will sound a
tone (pulsing). The action alarm will sound these tones to alert the machine operator that immediate action is required.

If two warnings of a different level are active at the same time, the highest level warning will be displayed.

The response of the Messenger to these warning levels is shown in the following table.

Table 1

WARNING OPERATION

Warning Indications

Warning Warning Action Action Alarm

Level Indicators Indicator Sounds Required Operator Action Possible Result (1)

1 OFF No immediate action is required. No harmful or damaging

ON OFF
The system needs attention soon. effects.
2 Flash ON and Change machine operation or Damage to system
ON OFF OFF perform maintenance to the components.
system.
Immediately change the machine Severe damage to system
2S ON ON ON
operation. components.
3 Flash ON and Pulse ON and Immediately perform a safe Operator injury or severe
ON
OFF OFF engine shutdown. damage to components.
(1) Possible result if action by the operator is not taken.

Cat® Electronic Technician (Cat ET) Service Tool

When an abnormal implement condition occurs, the status screen on the Cat® ET Service Tool indicates that there is an active event.

Event codes are displayed on the Cat ET Service Tool in the following format:

EXXXX Description of the code

The "E" means that the code is an event code. The "XXXX" is a numeric identifier. The numeric identifier is followed by a description
of the code.

Active event codes are listed in ascending numerical order. The code with the lowest number is listed first. The active event code is
removed from the list when the condition is no longer present.

Logged Event Codes

Some event codes are logged in the ECM memory. Some event codes are active only. The logged event codes are listed in
chronological order. The most recent code is listed first.

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

• The service technician manually clears the code.

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• The code does not reoccur for 1000 hours.

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

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

Troubleshooting
Perform the following steps to troubleshoot an event:

1. Obtain the following information from the operator:

◦ The event and the time of the event

◦ Determine the operating conditions of the engine at the time of the event. Conditions such as engine rpm and load may be
important.

◦ Determine if there are any systems that were installed by the dealer or by the customer that could cause the event.

2. Verify that the event is not due to normal machine operation. Verify that the event is not due to error of the operator.

3. Check all fluid levels and all oil levels.

4. Troubleshoot and repair any active diagnostic codes.

Implement ECM Event Code List

The following table lists the event codes that apply to the implement control system. The recommended response is listed. Use Cat®
ET to determine the event codes that are active or logged. Refer to the Systems Operation, Troubleshooting, Testing and Adjusting,
RENR8484 , "Hydraulic and Steering System" for additional details.

Table 2

Event Codes for Electronic Implement Control (MID 082)

Code
Description Possible Cause / Recommended Response
(Level)
Immediate safe shutdown required.
Activates when ECM does not receive expectant steering position signals.

The following active diagnostic codes (CID) will cause E192 to activate:

262 (5 Volt Sensor DC Power Supply)

585 (Transmission Output Speed Sensor #1) *
597 (Main Hydraulic Pump Discharge Pressure Sensor)
673 (Transmission Output Speed Sensor #2) *
674 (Transmission Intermediate Speed Sensor #1) **
675 (Transmission Intermediate Speed Sensor #2) **
1471 (Steering Control Position Sensor #1)
Steering System 1472 (Steering Control Position Sensor #2)
E192 (3)
Malfunction 1473 (Steering Control Position Sensor #3)
2175 (Secondary Steering System Steer Left Solenoid)
2176 (Secondary Steering System Steer Right Solenoid)
1674 (Solenoid Return #1)
2200 (Left Steering Cylinder Position Sensor)
2201 (Right Steering Cylinder Position Sensor)
2202 (Primary Steering Valve Control Module)
2650 (Primary Steering Valve Control Module Power Supply Output)

* Note: CID 585 and CID 673 must BOTH be present to set an E192.
** Note: CID 674 and CID 675 must BOTH be present to set an E192.
Investigate and resolve the cause of the listed active diagnostic code. Then, reset the active
event with a key start switch cycle.
Immediate safe shutdown required.

Usually occurs after servicing.

Possible causes:
Steering Output Detected
E256 (3) · Hydraulic hose connections are reversed.
in the Wrong Direction
· Secondary solenoids electrical connections are reversed.
· Hydraulic steering valve is malfunctioning.

Refer to Troubleshooting, "Steering Direction is Opposite of Expected Direction" for

additional troubleshooting.

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Immediate safe shutdown is required.

Front wheels moving without command.

Possible causes:
Steering Output Detected · Operating the machine in rough terrain is forcing unexpected movement of the front
E257 (3)
With No Command wheels.
· Hydraulic steering control valve problem.
· Short circuit in the steering command control signal circuit.

Refer to Troubleshooting, "Steering Movement Without Request" for additional

troubleshooting.
Immediate safe shutdown is required.

No front wheel movement is detected when commanded.

Possible causes:
No Steering Detected
E258 (3) · Mechanical problem in the steering control valve.
With Command Given
· Mechanical steering linkage is physically blocked.
· Front wheels are physically blocked and will not respond to command.
· Loss of load signal.

Refer to Troubleshooting, "Steering Does Not Function" for additional troubleshooting.

Immediate safe shutdown is required.

· Check the level of the hydraulic oil.

· Check for possible hydraulic pump failure.
· Verify that the hydraulic pressure sensor is accurate. Compare the pressure sensor
reading to the reading of a calibrated hydraulic pressure gauge that is hooked to the same
Low Main Pump hydraulic circuit.
E263 (3)
Pressure If the pressure sensor is accurate, do not replace the pressure sensor. Troubleshoot the
hydraulic system.

Refer to Systems Operation Troubleshooting Testing and Adjusting, RENR8459 , "Hydraulic

and Steering System" and Systems Operation Troubleshooting Testing and Adjusting,
RENR8469 , "Hydraulic and Steering System" and Systems Operation Troubleshooting
Testing and Adjusting, RENR8484 , "Hydraulic and Steering System".
Replace the return hydraulic oil filter.
To test, connect a calibrated hydraulic pressure gauge into the correct hydraulic circuit.
Hydraulic Pilot Supply Verify that the hydraulic pressure sensor is accurate.
E455 (1)
Filter Plugged
Refer to Systems Operation Troubleshooting Testing and Adjusting, RENR8484 , "Hydraulic
and Steering System".
Immediate safe shutdown required.

Secondary steering test results in insufficient pump pressure.

Secondary Steering
Possible Causes:
E560 (3) Pump Not Responding To
· Electrical problem in the secondary steering pump motor circuit.
Command
· Mechanical problem with the secondary steering pump.

Refer to Systems Operation Troubleshooting Testing and Adjusting, RENR9004 for

additional details.
Left joystick must be "swept" fully left and right to align the front wheel angle with the correct
joystick position for that angle.

Aligned occurs when the machine is started. Also when the machine is parked, the operator
Steering Lever Has Not leaves the seat and the joystick is moved.
E562(1)
Been Aligned To Wheel
(1)
Steering Angle Possible causes for not aligning:
· Operator present switch is indicating no operator in the seat. Operator must be seated.
· Left Joystick is being swept too fast. Sweep slower.
· Wheels are out of the accepted angle (extreme angle). Manually move the wheels into the
accepted range.
E598(1) Steering Limited Due to Allow machine to warm up at low idle before operating or operate the machine in a low gear
(2) Cold Hydraulic Oil until oil is warm.
Immediately slow the machine down and place in low gear.
E599 (1)
Gear Too High For
(2S) Steering with Cold Oil Allow machine to warm up at low idle before operating or operate the machine in a low gear
until oil is warm.
Immediate safe shutdown is required.

One ECM (Implement or Trans/Chassis) does not have steering alignment between joystick
Steering Systems Not
E794 (3) and steering cylinders and the other ECM is aligned.
Synchronized
Can be caused by rapid key ON/OFF/ON cycle. Shut down the machine, restart the
machine, and align the steering (see EID 562 above).

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Check for data link communication, CID diagnostic codes:

247 (SAE J1939 Data Link)
296 (Transmission Control)
590 (Engine Control Module)
. Resolve any active fault and restart machine.

Can be caused by activation of the following CID diagnostic codes:

1471 (Steering Control Position Sensor #1)
1472 (Steering Control Position Sensor #2)
1473 (Steering Control Position Sensor #3)
2200 (Left Steering Cylinder Position Sensor)
2201 (Right Steering Cylinder Position Sensor)
Or a failure of the Implement ECM. Resolve and clear any active fault. Restart machine and
align steering errors.
The articulation angle of the machine is greater than 5.5°. The machine will not operate in
Machine Speed
E795(1) high gears.
Excessive for Machine
(1)
Articulation Angle
Decrease the articulation angle to operate in the high gears.
When the machine is operating in the high gears, the articulation angle of the machine is
Machine articulation
restricted.
E796 (1) angle limited due to
machine speed
Operate the machine in lower gears to increase the machine articulation angle.
The ECM internal clock is also known as an electronic service hour meter. The implement
hour meter is too far out of alignment with other ECM hour meters
Event will occur when an ECM has been replaced.
Clock Manual Alignment
E861 (1)
Required Use the Cat ET to synchronize the ECM hour meters. At the top menu, click "Service", and
Synchronize Service Hour Meters from the drop-down menu. Next, click the Synchronize
button to synchronize all the service hour meters on the machine. A pop-up dialog box will
inform you of a successful synchronization of each ECM
Reduce hydraulic load.

Activated when the hydraulic oil temperature is 93 °C (199.4 °F). Deactivated when oil
High Hydraulic Oil temperature decreases to 90 °C (194.0 °F)
E878 (2)
Temperature
· Modify the operation of the machine to reduce system load.
· Check hydraulic oil level.
· Check the cooling system of the hydraulic oil.
Immediate safe shutdown is required.

Activated when the hydraulic oil temperature is 99 °C (210.2 °F). Deactivated when oil
High Hydraulic Oil temperature decreases to 90 °C (194.0 °F)
E878 (3)
Temperature
· Modify the operation of the machine to reduce system load.
· Check hydraulic oil level.
· Check the cooling system of the hydraulic oil.
May occur if the key is turned off while the machine is operating.
Key Input Off While
E1256 (3) If this condition occurs while the machine key switch is in the "ON" position, check the key
Machine in Operation
switch circuit for a failure.
Immediate safe shutdown is required.

Triggered when the steering spool was detected not to move in the commanded direction.

Possible causes:
Steering Valve Spool Not
· Steering stuck in neutral (contamination)
E1374 (3) Responding to
· Primary steering solenoid issue or failure (stuck closed)
Command
· Primary pilot On/Off solenoid issue or failure (stuck closed)
· Primary pilot supply pressure issue or failure (supply low)
· Spool position sensor failure (failed in range)
Refer to Troubleshooting, "Steering Spool Does Not Respond" in this manual for additional
troubleshooting.
Immediate safe shutdown is required.

Triggered when the steering spool was detected to behave in an unexpected manner to the
command

Possible causes:
Unexpected Steering · Steering-stem stuck out of neutral (contamination)
E1375 (3) Valve Spool Movement
Detected · Primary or secondary steering solenoid issue or failure (stuck open)

· Primary pilot On/Off solenoid issue or failure (stuck open)

· Spool position sensor failure (failed in range)

Refer to Troubleshooting, "Steering Spool Response Is Unexpected" in this manual for
additional troubleshooting.

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The machine has articulated more than 3.5° with no command within a 3 minute time period.
Once the time period ends, the time period resets and the ECM uses the current articulation
angle as a reference point to determine the 3.5° movement without command.

Invalid Articulation Possible Causes:

E2085 (1)
Response Detected · Mechanical problem in the hydraulic valve. Valve may be stuck.
· If pilot valve is stuck, implement lockout activation will stop the articulation.
· If main valve is stuck, implement lockout activation will not stop the articulation.
· Sensor drift.
· A problem with the hydraulic cylinders.
(1) Code may be active only, will never be logged.

Table 3

Event Codes for Electronic Implement Control #2 (MID 145)

Code
Description Possible Cause / Recommended Response
(Level)
The ECM internal clock, also known as an electronic service hour meter is too far out of alignment
with other ECM hour meters. Event commonly occurs when an ECM has been replaced.
Clock Manual
E861 (1) Alignment Use Cat ET and align the clock with the other control modules manually. At the top menu, click
Required "Service", and Synchronize Service Hour Meters from the drop-down menu. Next, click the
Synchronize button to synchronize all the service hour meters on the machine. A pop-up dialog box
will inform you of a successful synchronization of each ECM.

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