785G Off-Highway Truck/Tractor Electrical and Hydraulic Systems Caterpillar


Sensor Supply - Test

Usage:

785G RTL

Brake ECM

The following is a list of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) associated with the sensor power supply circuits of the machine.

Table 1
Brake ECM (MID 116) 
DTC  Code Description  System Response 
41-3  8 VDC Supply : Voltage above normal  Sensors powered by the 8 VDC supply may not function properly. 
41-4  8 VDC Supply : Voltage below normal  Sensors powered by the 8 VDC supply may not function properly. 
1482-3  10 VDC Sensor DC Power Supply : Voltage above normal  Sensors powered by the 10 VDC supply may not function properly. 
1482-4  10 VDC Sensor DC Power Supply : Voltage below normal  Sensors powered by the 10 VDC supply may not function properly. 

Possible causes for an FMI 3 Diagnostic code are:

  • The sensor supply or the ground circuit in the machine harness is open.

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is shorted to another circuit.

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is open or the sensor is disconnected.

  • The sensor has failed.

  • The ECM has failed. An ECM failure is unlikely.

Possible causes for an FMI 4 Diagnostic code are:

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is shorted to ground.

  • The sensor has failed.

  • The ECM has failed. An ECM failure is unlikely.


Illustration 1g06019174
Schematic of the Sensor Supply

The preceding diagram is a simplified schematic of the Brake ECM and the Sensor Supply connections. The schematic is electrically correct. However, not all the possible harness connectors are shown. Refer to Electrical Schematic, UENR4664, "785G Off-Highway Truck Electrical System" for the complete schematic.

Chassis ECM

The following is a list of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) associated with the sensor power supply circuits of the machine.

Table 2
Chassis ECM (MID 87) 
DTC  Code Description  System Response 
41-3  8 VDC Supply : Voltage above normal  Sensors powered by the 8 VDC supply may not function properly. 
41-4  8 VDC Supply : Voltage below normal  Sensors powered by the 8 VDC supply may not function properly. 
262-3  5 VDC Sensor DC Power Supply : Voltage above normal  Sensors powered by the 5 VDC supply may not function properly. 
262-4  5 VDC Sensor DC Power Supply : Voltage below normal  Sensors powered by the 5 VDC supply may not function properly. 
1482-3  10 VDC Sensor DC Power Supply : Voltage above normal  Sensors powered by the 10 VDC supply may not function properly. 
1482-4  10 VDC Sensor DC Power Supply : Voltage below normal  Sensors powered by the 10 VDC supply may not function properly. 

Possible causes for an FMI 3 Diagnostic code are:

  • The sensor supply or the ground circuit in the machine harness is open.

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is shorted to another circuit.

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is open or the sensor is disconnected.

  • The sensor has failed.

  • The ECM has failed. An ECM failure is unlikely.

Possible causes for an FMI 4 Diagnostic code are:

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is shorted to ground.

  • The sensor has failed.

  • The ECM has failed. An ECM failure is unlikely.


Illustration 2g03675912
Schematic of the Sensor Supply

The preceding diagram is a simplified schematic of the Chassis ECM and the Sensor Supply connections. The schematic is electrically correct. However, not all the possible harness connectors are shown. Refer to Electrical Schematic, UENR4664, "785G Off-Highway Truck Electrical System" for the complete schematic.

Transmission ECM

The following is a list of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) associated with the sensor power supply circuits of the machine.

Table 3
Transmission ECM (MID 81) 
DTC  Code Description  System Response 
41-3  8 VDC Supply: Voltage above normal  Sensors powered by the 8 VDC supply may not function properly. 
41-4  8 VDC Supply: Voltage below normal  Sensors powered by the 8 VDC supply may not function properly. 

Possible causes for an FMI 3 Diagnostic code are:

  • The sensor supply or the ground circuit in the machine harness is open.

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is shorted to another circuit.

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is open or the sensor is disconnected.

  • The sensor has failed.

  • The ECM has failed. An ECM failure is unlikely.

Possible causes for an FMI 4 Diagnostic code are:

  • The signal circuit in the machine harness is shorted to ground.

  • The sensor has failed.

  • The ECM has failed. An ECM failure is unlikely.


Illustration 3g03675915
Schematic of the Sensor Supply

The preceding diagram is a simplified schematic of the Transmission ECM and the Sensor Supply connections. The schematic is electrically correct. However, not all the possible harness connectors are shown. Refer to Electrical Schematic, UENR4664, "785G Off-Highway Truck Electrical System" for the complete schematic.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedure

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

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

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

  • FMI 3 diagnostic code, proceed to Table 4.

  • FMI 4 diagnostic code, proceed to Table 5.

Table 4
FMI 3 Troubleshooting 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. Check The Supply Voltage

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

B. At the harness connector, insert the positive multimeter probe along the supply positive contact. Insert the negative multimeter probe along the supply return contact.

C. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. Observe the voltage measurement. 

The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. 
OK - The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC.

Proceed to Test Step 4.

NOT OK - The voltage measurement is greater than 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The power supply voltage is above normal.

Proceed to Test Step 2. 
2. Check The ECM Power Supply At The ECM With The Circuit Disconnected

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

B. At the ECM harness connector, remove the power supply positive circuit from the connector body.

C. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. At the connector, measure the supply voltage with the circuits disconnected. Insert the multimeter probes at the positive contact and at the return contact.

E. Measure the voltage. 

The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. 
OK - The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The voltage is correct.

Proceed to Test Step 4.

NOT OK -The voltage measurement is greater than 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The power supply voltage is above normal.

Proceed to Test Step 3. 
3. Check For A Short

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

B. Disconnect the harness connector from the sensor and ECM.

C. At the harness connector for the ECM, measure the resistance between the power supply positive contact and each of the individual circuit contacts on the harness connector. 

The resistance is greater than 4K Ω. 
OK - The resistance is greater than 4K Ω.

Proceed to Test Step 4.

NOT OK - One or more of the resistance measurements is less than 4K Ω. There is a short circuit between a power supply circuit and another circuit in the machine harness.

Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness.

Proceed to Test Step 4. 
4. Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains

A. Inspect the harness connectors and clean the contacts of the harness connectors.

B. Reconnect all harness connectors.

C. Turn the key switch and disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. Operate the machine.

E. Check if diagnostic code is active. 

Diagnostic code is no longer present. 
OK - Diagnostic code does not exist currently. Initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections.

Resume machine operation.

STOP

NOT OK - Diagnostic trouble code has not been corrected. If the diagnostic code has not been corrected after performing the procedure a second time, the ECM may require replacement.

Prior to replacing this component, always contact the Technical Communication at your dealership for possible consultation with Caterpillar. This consultation may greatly effect repair time.

Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "Electronic Control Module (ECM) - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.

STOP 

Table 5
FMI 4 Troubleshooting 
Troubleshooting Test Steps  Values  Results 
1. Check The Supply Voltage

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

B. At the harness connector, insert the positive multimeter probe along the supply positive contact. Insert the negative multimeter probe along the supply return contact.

C. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. Observe the voltage measurement. 

The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. 
OK - The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The voltage is correct.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

NOT OK - The voltage measurement is less than 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The power supply voltage is below normal.

Proceed to Test Step 2. 
2. Check The Power Supply At The ECM With The Circuit Disconnected

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

B. At the ECM harness connector, remove the power supply positive circuit from the connector body.

C. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. At the connector, measure the supply voltage with the circuits disconnected. Insert the multimeter probes at the positive contact and at the return contact.

E. Measure the voltage. 

The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. 
OK - The voltage measurement is in the range of 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The voltage is correct.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

NOT OK - The voltage measurement is less than 8.0 ± 0.5 VDC. The power supply voltage is below normal.

Proceed to Test Step 3. 
3. Disconnect The Sensor

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position.

B. Disconnect the machine harness from the sensor.

C. Check the status of the active diagnostic code. 

The diagnostic code is no longer active. 
OK - The diagnostic code is no longer active when the sensor is disconnected. The sensor has failed.

Repair: Replace the sensor.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

NOT OK - The problem appears to be in the cab harness.

Proceed to Test Step 4. 
4. Check For A Short

A. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the OFF position.

B. Disconnect the harness connector from the sensor and ECM.

C. At the harness connector for the ECM, measure the resistance between the power supply positive circuit contact and each individual circuit contact used on the harness connector. 

The resistance is greater than 4K Ω. 
OK - The resistance is greater than 4K Ω.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

NOT OK - One or more of the resistance measurements is less than 4K Ω. There is a short circuit between a power supply circuit and another circuit in the machine harness.

Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness.

Proceed to Test Step 5. 
5. Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains

A. Inspect the harness connectors and clean the contacts of the harness connectors.

B. Reconnect all harness connectors.

C. Turn the key start switch and disconnect switch to the ON position.

D. Operate the machine.

E. Check if diagnostic code is active. 

Diagnostic code is no longer present. 
OK - Diagnostic code does not exist currently. Initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections.

Resume machine operation.

STOP

NOT OK - Diagnostic trouble code has not been corrected. If the diagnostic code has not been corrected after performing the procedure a second time, the ECM may require replacement.

Prior to replacing this component, contact the Technical Communicator at your dealership for possible consultation with Caterpillar. This consultation may greatly effect repair time.

Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "Electronic Control Module (ECM) - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.

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