- Motor Grader
- 12M Series 3 (S/N: N9B1-608; N9F1-906; N9P1-265; N9R1-332)
- 140M Series 3 (S/N: N9D1-1025; N9G1-273; N9J1-741; N9M1-548)
- 14M Series 3 (S/N: E9S1-275; N9S1-263)
- 160M Series 3 (S/N: N9E1-111; N9K1-128; N9L1-172; N9T1-281)
- 16M Series 3 (S/N: E9Y1-282; N9Y1-237)
- 18M Series 3 (S/N: N9A1-232; E9W1-237)
- 140M Series 3 (S/N: N9D1-1025; N9G1-273; N9J1-741; N9M1-548)
Description Of Change: The new software has various improvements and enhancements for systems like implement, steering, transmission/chassis, relay driver, All Wheel Drive (AWD), message display, information display, and Vital Information Management System (VIMS).
Adaptable To: The following changes are adaptable to the products within the listed serial numbers, and are effective with all products after the listed serial numbers.
Note: Cat® Electronic Technician (Cat ET) software version 2016A v1.0 is required to configure machine hardware after flash is complete.
Note: After flashing new software to an Electronic Control Module (ECM) or multiple ECMs, always reset the ECM by cycling the power supply. Turn the key start switch to the OFF position. Wait 10 seconds and turn the key start switch to ON position or start the engine. Verify that the operation of the machine is correct and that no new diagnostics have been activated.
The new and former software part numbers are listed in Table 1.
| New Part Number | Description | Former Part Number(1) | Motor Grader Models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitor Software Gp (HRC) | 12M3, 14M3 (S/N:N9S1-UP), 140M3, and 160M3 | ||
| Monitor Software Gp (LRC) | 14M3 (S/N:E9S1-UP) | ||
| Monitor Software Gp | 16M3 and 18M3 | ||
| Implement Software Gp | 12M3, 14M3, 16M3, 18M3, 140M3, and 160M3 | ||
| Power Train Software Gp | 12M3, 14M3, 16M3, 18M3, 140M3, and 160M3 | ||
| Implement Software Gp | 12M3, 14M3, 16M3, 18M3, 140M3, and 160M3 |
| (1) | The former part number listed is for reference only and may differ. |
Reference: For new part number of latest software version refer to Service Magazine, M0095357, "New Software is Now Available for Certain M Series Motor Graders"
Note: The new software is available in the form of a flash file through the Caterpillar Service Information System (SIS). Go to SIS web to make sure that the new flash file part number is still the latest flash file part number. A newer flash file part number may be available. SIS only displays the latest available flash file.
Improvements and Features of
The new Monitor software has various improvements and features that are listed below:
- Updated cross slope screen to display machine pitch (Mainfall) actively when cross slope is being used.
- Updated the verbiage for some help text messages.
- Added Reversing Fan display content.
Improvements and Features of
The new Monitor software has various improvements and features that are listed below:
- Updated cross slope screen to display machine pitch (Mainfall) actively when cross slope is being used.
- Updated the verbiage for some help text messages.
Improvements and Features of
The new Monitor software has various improvements and features that are listed below:
- Removed the negative sign on Cross Slope screen.
- Added improvements and updates to the display.
Improvements and Features of
The new Implement software group has various improvements and features that are listed below:
- Updated Cross Slope Diagnostic to avoid nuisance codes.
- Updated Advanced Control Joysticks (ACJ) enablement to make more reliable.
Improvements and Features of
The new Power Train software group has the below mentioned update:
- Improved 14M3, 16M3, and 18M3 transmission clutch durability by reducing their clutch hold current.
Note: When updating the software, refer to UENR4633-03"Testing and Adjusting" procedure for the revised 14M3, 16M3, and 18M3 clutch pressures.
Improvements and Features of
The new Implement software group has various improvements and features that are listed below:
- Updated to correct trial time period for the software enable attachment "Automatic Articulation" feature.
- Improved "Keypad Help Text" descriptions for emissions related keypad buttons.