3500B Industrial Engines with the ADEM 3 Electronic Control Module Caterpillar


System Configuration Parameters

Usage:

3508B BPX
Use this procedure if any one of the diagnostic codes in Table 1 is active.

Table 1
Diagnostic Codes Table    
Description     Conditions which Generate this Code     System Response    
268-2 Check Programmable Parameters     The engine's Electronic Control Module (ECM) detects that one or more of the programmable parameters have not been programmed.     The ECM may use a default torque map or the ECM may limit the engine to low idle.
The code is active only.    
253-2 Personality Module mismatch     The flash file in the engine's ECM is for a different type of engine. The interlock code in the non-volatile memory does not match the flash file.
or
The flash file is not compatible with the ECM.    
The interlock for the personality module code must be set to zero in order to reset the code. Factory passwords are required to change the interlock code.
The code is active only. The engine may not run.    
1495-2 Injector Trim Codes Not Programmed     The engine's ECM detects that one or more of the injector trim codes have not been programmed.     The ECM may use a default torque map or the ECM may limit the engine to low idle.
The code is active only.    

The system configuration parameters must be reprogrammed if an ECM is replaced and/or the engine rating is reprogrammed. System configuration parameters do not need to be reprogrammed if the flash file is replaced. Proper values for these parameters are available on Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). Certain configuration parameters are also stamped on the engine information plate.

Some system configuration parameters are configurable by the customer in order to suit the customer's particular application. The configuration file contains all of the adjustable settings for the monitoring system. The configuration file also allows the customer to enable optional equipment. The engine is shipped from the factory with default values for these parameters. If the default settings for the parameters have been modified, there will be no record at the factory of the changes. These settings can be downloaded into a laptop computer and saved to a file. The customer can then use the file in order to ease the future replacement of the ECM.

Note: Changing the parameters that are protected by factory passwords may cause your Caterpillar warranty to be voided.

Check Programmable Parameters (268-02)

If a programmable parameter has not been programmed, the ECM will activate a 268-02 diagnostic code. The unprogrammed parameters will be set to default. Certain aspects of the engine's performance and engine monitoring may be affected.

Personality Module Mismatch (253-02)

The ECM stores a code number in permanent memory. This code is called an interlock code that is associated with each flash file. The interlock code does not allow the engine to run if the wrong flash file has been downloaded into the ECM.

Cat ET will warn you if a flash file that does not match the last file in the ECM has been downloaded. The interlock code must be reprogrammed with Cat ET in order to allow the engine to run with new software. Installing the incorrect flash file into the ECM may void the Caterpillar warranty.

When the engine is rerated, programming the interlock code to zero will prompt the ECM. The ECM will read the stored code and the ECM will match the stored code to the new interlock code.

Equipment ID

The customer can assign an "Equipment ID" for the purpose of identification. The "Equipment ID" is not a required parameter. The "Equipment ID" can be any 17 characters.

Engine Serial Number

Program the engine serial number to match the engine information plate. The serial number is not programmed on a new ECM.

Full Load Setting (FLS)

This parameter represents the adjustment for the fuel system in order to fine tune the fuel system's maximum fuel delivery. A factory password is required to change this setting.

Table 2
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
-128     Not Programmed     +127    

Full Torque Setting (FTS)

This parameter is similar to the FLS. A factory password is required to change this setting.

Table 3
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
-128     Not Programmed     +127    

Fuel Ratio Control

The ECM determines the offset value for the Fuel Ratio Control (FRC). The FRC Offset value is used to adjust the fuel ratio control. This minimizes the exhaust smoke when the engine is accelerated.

An offset value of ± 25 kPa (± 4 psi) may be used for adjusting customer preference, fuel quality or other factors that affect engine performance. The default setting is 0.

Note: This parameter may not be available on all applications. This parameter is used in place of the mechanical control for the fuel to the air ratio. This parameter improves the engine response with improved emission levels.

Table 4
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
-25     0     25    

Rated Fuel Position

This parameter is used to set engine power. A factory password is required to change this setting. A factory password is required to change this setting.

Table 5
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
Minimum Rack     Engine Dependent     Engine Dependent    

Low Idle

The parameter defines the lowest rpm level.

Table 6
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
600 rpm     700 rpm     1400 rpm    

High Idle

The parameter defines the lowest rpm level.

Table 7
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
1600 rpm     1800 rpm     2310 rpm    

Fuel Correction Factor (FCF)

The FCF is used to adjust the calculation of fuel consumption. The FCF is used to correct the estimated fuel rate.

Table 8
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
-25     0     25    

Engine Cooling System

The engine can use the separate circuit aftercooler system (SCAC). The engine can use the jacket water aftercooler (JWAC). A factory password is required to change this setting.

Table 9
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
SCAC     SCAC     JWAC    

Cat Data Link #2 Identifier

Table 10
Engine Control     MID     Default    
#1     $24     yes    
#2     $21        
#3     $22        
#4     $23        
#5     $25        
#6     $26        
#7     $28        
#8     $29        

Cold Mode Cylinder Cutout

This parameter enables the strategy for the cold mode cylinder cutout.

Table 11
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
Disabled     Enabled     Enabled    

Cooldown Speed

This parameter defines the engine speed when the engine is in cooldown mode.

Table 12
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
450 rpm     600 rpm     1800 rpm    

Engine Cooldown Duration

This parameter defines engine operation at the cooldown speed. Programming this parameter to 0 will disable this function.

Table 13
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
0 minutes     0 minutes     60 minutes    

Engine Acceleration Rate

This parameter limits the rate of change for the desired engine speed. This parameter may also help reduce smoke when you start the engine.

Table 14
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
5 rpm     50 rpm     1000 rpm    

Intermediate Speed

This parameter set engine speed to the programmed value when the intermediate speed switch is set to the ON position.

Table 15
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
600 rpm     Low idle     2310 rpm    

Engine Prelube Duration

The parameter sets the amount of time for prelubrication. Programming this parameter to 0 will disable this function.

Table 16
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
0 seconds     0 seconds     210 seconds    

Crank Duration

The crank duration determines the amount of time that the starting motors are energized. Programming this parameter to 0 will prevent the ECM from engaging the starting motors.

Table 17
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
0 seconds     0 seconds     60 seconds    

Maximum No. Of Cranking Cycles

This parameter is the total number of crank cycles that can be performed.

Table 18
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
0     0     10    

Crank Terminate Speed

This parameter determines when the starting motor will disengage.

Table 19
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
100 rpm     400 rpm     500 rpm    

Air Shutoff

The parameter is used to enable the air shutoff system. Programming the parameter to "DISABLED" will disable the air shutoff system. Program this parameter to "DISABLED" if the function is not being used or installed on this engine. This will prevent air shutoff diagnostics from being logged.

Table 20
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
Disabled     Disabled     Enabled    

Air Inlet Shutoff Detection

The parameter is used to enable the detection circuit that monitors the state of the air shutoff valves.

Table 21
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
Not Installed     Installed     Installed    

Cooling Warning Engine Load Enable

This parameter is used to issue a warning to the operator that to much load has been added to the engine before the jacket water has reached the proper operating temperature of 75 °C (167 °F) or greater. A factory password is required to change this setting.

Table 22
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
5%     40%     95%    

Ether Control

Programming this parameter to "DISABLED" will disable the ether functions. Program this parameter to "DISABLED" if the ether function is not being used or installed on this engine. This will prevent the diagnostic codes for the ether control from being logged.

Table 23
Minimum     Default     Maximum    
Disabled     Disabled     Enabled    

Injector Trim Code

Note: The injector trim code is not part of the "Configuration" screen on Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). "Injector Codes Calibration" can be found under "Calibrations" in the "Service" menu on Cat ET.

The injector trim code is a number that is found on each of the unit injectors. The ECM uses this number to compensate for manufacturing variations between individual injectors. If you replace any of the unit injectors, you must reprogram the injector trim codes for the new injectors. Also, if you replace the ECM, you must reprogram all of the injector trim codes.

Table 24
Injector Trim Code    
Injector     Default     Range     Password    
"Inj #1 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #2 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #3 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #4 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #5 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #6 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #7 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #8 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #9 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #10 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #11 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #12 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #13 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #14 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #15 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
"Inj #16 e-trim"     0000     4 numeric characters     No    
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