D6T Track-Type Tractors Information Display Caterpillar

CAN Data Link - Test

Usage:

D6 AG9

Graphical Display Module

The following is a list of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that are associated with the CAN data link of the machine.

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Table 1
Graphical Display Module (MID 053)
J1939	CDL	Code Description	System Response
	247-09	SAE J1939 Data Link - Abnormal Update Rate	Communication has been lost to one of the devices on the datalink. If multiple devices are not communicating, there is likely a problem with the datalink.
	247-14	SAE J1939 Data Link - Special Instruction	The affected Electronic Control Module (ECM) is missing expected parameters.
	967-02	Machine Application - Erratic, Intermittent, or Incorrect	The Product ID has changed, is not programmed, or was not received on the data link.
	967-09	Machine Application - Abnormal Update Rate	The Product ID has changed, is not programmed, or was not received on the data link.

Each CAN data link circuit is an input and output of select electronic control modules. The data link is designed to carry communications between the electronic control modules. The data link consists of internal control circuits and the connecting harness wiring.

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Illustration 1	g06406976
CAN Data Link connections

The preceding diagram is a simplified schematic of the Data Link connections. The schematic is electrically correct. However, not all of the possible harness connectors are shown. Refer to the latest revision of the machine Electrical Schematic for the complete schematic.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedure

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Table 2
Required Tools
Tool	Part Number	Description	Qty
T1	146-4080⁽¹⁾	Digital Multimeter Group	1
	8T-3224	Needle Tip Group	1
	7X-1710	Multimeter Probe Group	1
	8T-8726	Cable Assembly (Three Pin) (3-Pin Breakout)	1
T2	JERD2129	Cat^® Electronic Technician (Cat ET)	1
		Windows-based PC	1
	466-6258	Communication Adapter Gp	1
T3	6V-4148	Connector Repair Kit (Sure Seal)	1
T4	190-8900	Connector Field Repair Kit (Deutsch)	1
T5	175-3700	Connector Repair Kit Deutsch DT	1

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⁽¹⁾	This multimeter can use an RS232C cable to connect to a Laptop computer or Dataview tool gp for troubleshooting.

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. Check the wiring for pinch points or abrasions. Look for and repair areas that indicate wires are exposed. If a problem with a connection is found, correct the problem and verify that this diagnostic code is active before performing a troubleshooting procedure.

Identify the active FMI code associated with the components.
Determine which code is present and use the list below to determine which procedure to follow.

FMI 2 diagnostic code, proceed to "FMI 2".
FMI 9 diagnostic code, proceed to "FMI 9".
FMI 14 diagnostic code, proceed to "FMI 14".

FMI 2

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Table 3
Inspect The Harness Connections
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Turn key start switch and disconnect switch OFF. 2. Inspect all harness connections related to the CAN data link. Make sure that the connectors are clean and tight. 3. Check the connectors for proper mating. Ensure that all the seals are present and in place. 4. Check the harness for signs of damage or abrasion. 5. Check the wires at the connector. Ensure that the wires are secured tightly into the connector. Take care not to pull the wire out of the connector. 6. Check the exposed wires at the connectors for nicks or signs of abrasion. 7. Check for moisture inside the connector.	The machine harness connectors are tight and free of corrosion.	Result: The machine harness connectors are tight and free of corrosion. Proceed to "Verify The Hardware And The Software Part Numbers", Table 4. Result: The machine harness connectors are in need of repair. Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 5.

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Table 4
Verify The Hardware And The Software Part Numbers⁽¹⁾
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Verify that the following information is correct: -The part number of the flash software for the ECM is correct. -The part number of the ECM is correct. -The part numbers of the sensors are correct.	All of the part numbers are correct	Result: All of the part numbers are correct. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 5. Result: All of the part numbers are not correct. Repair: The ECM or the sensors have the wrong part number or incorrect flash software is installed. Flash the correct software or replace the incorrect ECM or the sensor with a module that has the correct part number. Refer to the Troubleshooting, "ECM - Flash Program" section for additional information. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 5.

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⁽¹⁾	Consult your Technical Communicator for the correct part numbers of the flash software.

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Table 5
Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Reconnect all harness connectors. Return machine to normal operating condition. 2. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch ON. 3. Clear all diagnostic codes. 4. Operate the machine. 5. Stop the machine and engage the safety. 6. Check if the diagnostic code is active.	The diagnostic code is no longer present.	Result: The diagnostic code does not exist currently. The initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections. Resume machine operation. STOP. Result: The 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 the ECM, always contact the Technical Communicator at your dealership for possible consultation with Caterpillar. This consultation may effect repair time. Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced. STOP.

FMI 9

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Table 6
Verify The Hardware And The Software Part Numbers⁽¹⁾
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Verify that the following information is correct: -The part number of the flash software for the ECM is correct. -The part number of the ECM is correct. -The part numbers of the sensors are correct.	All of the part numbers are correct	Result: All of the part numbers are correct. Proceed to "Inspect The Harness Connections", Table 7. Result: All of the part numbers are not correct. Repair: The ECM or the sensors have the wrong part number or incorrect flash software is installed. Flash the correct software or replace the incorrect ECM or the sensor with a module that has the correct part number. Refer to the Troubleshooting, "ECM - Flash Program" section for additional information. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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⁽¹⁾	Consult your Technical Communicator for the correct part numbers of the flash software.

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Table 7
Inspect The Harness Connections
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Turn key start switch and disconnect switch OFF. 2. Inspect all harness connections related to the CAN data link. Make sure that the connectors are clean and tight. 3. Check the connectors for proper mating. Ensure that all the seals are present and in place. 4. Check the harness for signs of damage or abrasion. 5. Check the wires at the connector. Ensure that the wires are secured tightly into the connector. Take care not to pull the wire out of the connector. 6. Check the exposed wires at the connectors for nicks or signs of abrasion. 7. Check for moisture inside the connector.	The machine harness connectors are tight and free of corrosion.	Result: The machine harness connectors are tight and free of corrosion. Proceed to "Check The Voltage Of The Data Link", Table 8. Result: The machine harness connectors are in need of repair. Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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Table 8
Check The Voltage Of The Data Link
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Turn the key start switch and the disconnect switch to the ON position. 2. Connect Cat^® Electronic Technician (Cat ET) Service Tool and verify which ECMs have logged communication diagnostics. At each ECM or device that is not communicating, use an electrical spoon to measure the voltage. One at a time, measure the voltage of the CAN data link wires to frame ground.	The reading is 0.5V to 4.5V on each wire.	Result: The voltages of the wires for the data links are correct. Proceed to "Check The Terminating Resistors", Table 11. Result: The voltage is greater than 4.5 V. Proceed to "Check For A Short To +Battery Circuit In The Data Link", Table 12. Result: The voltage is less than 0.5 V. Proceed to "Check For Short To Ground In the Data Link", Table 9.

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Table 9
Check For Short To Ground In the Data Link
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. The key start switch and disconnect switch remain OFF. 2. Disconnect the machine harness connectors from all electronic control modules that use the suspect CAN data link. 3. At the machine harness for the Machine ECM, measure the resistance between frame ground and the positive CAN connector contact of the circuit. 4. At the machine harness for the Machine ECM, measure the resistance between frame ground and the negative CAN connector contact of the circuit.	The reading is greater than 5K Ω.	Result: The harness circuit resistance is correct. Proceed to "Check For A Short Between The Data Link Wires", Table 10. Result: A reading is less than 5 Ω. The machine harness has failed. Repair: There is a short between frame ground and the contacts of the CAN data link circuit in the machine harness. Repair or replace the machine harness. Note: A resistance that is greater than 5 Ω but less than 5K Ω would indicate a loose connection or a corroded connection in the circuit. A resistance measurement that is greater than 5K Ω would indicate an open in the circuit. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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Table 10
Check For A Short Between The Data Link Wires
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. The key start switch and the disconnect switch remain in the OFF position. 2. Disconnect the terminating resistors if the resistors are a part of the circuit. 3. Measure the continuity between the data link wires.	The reading is greater than 5K Ω.	Result: The resistance measurement is correct. Proceed to "Check The Terminating Resistors", Table 11. Result: The resistance measurement is not correct. The wires for the data link are shorted together. Repair: Repair the machine harness or replace the harness. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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Table 11
Check The Terminating Resistors
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. The key start switch and the disconnect switch remain in the OFF position. 2. The terminating resistors remain disconnected. 3. Check the terminating resistor connectors for the following: -Moisture -Corrosion -Damaged Terminals -Loose Connections 4. Measure the resistance between terminal A and B of each terminating resistor that was removed from the CAN circuit.	The reading is approx. 120 Ω.	Result: Both resistance measurements are approximately 120 Ω. The terminating resistors have not failed. Reinstall the terminating resistors. Proceed to "Check For A Short To +Battery Circuit In The Data Link", Table 12. Result: One or both resistance measurements are not approximately 120 Ω. At least one of the resistors is not functioning properly. Repair: Replace the terminating resistor or resistors that have failed. Reinstall the terminating resistor that has not failed. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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Table 12
Check For A Short To +Battery Circuit In The Data Link
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. The key start switch and disconnect switch are OFF. 2. All related modules remain disconnected from the machine harness. 3. At the machine harness connector for the Machine ECM, measure the resistance between the connector contact for the +Battery and the positive CAN connector contact. 4. At the machine harness connector for the Machine ECM, measure the resistance between the connector contact for the +Battery and the negative CAN connector contact.	The reading is greater than 5K Ω.	Result: The harness circuit resistance is correct. Proceed to "Check The Data Link For An Open", Table 13. Result: A reading is less than 5 Ω. The machine harness has failed. Repair: There is a short between the +battery circuit and one of the CAN data link circuits in the machine harness. Repair or replace the machine harness. Note: A resistance that is greater than 5 Ω but less than 5K Ω would indicate a loose connection or a corroded connection in the circuit. A resistance measurement that is greater than 5K Ω would indicate an open in the circuit. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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Table 13
Check The Data Link For An Open
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
Note: Two 120 Ω resistors should be located on the CAN Data Link. A resistance of 60 Ω should be found at any point on the data link. 1. The key start switch and disconnect switch are OFF. 2. Use an electrical spoon to connect to the back of the harness connector for each ECM that has communication issues. 3. Measure the resistance across the CAN line at each connector to find the open wire. If the resistance measurement is 60 Ω, that connector does not have an open between either terminating resistor. If the resistance measurement is 120 Ω, there is an open at that connector, between one of the terminating resistors. If the resistance is greater than 5K Ω, there is an open between that connector and both terminating resistors. If there is a measurement of 40 Ω, there is an extra terminating resistor somewhere on the line. Once the section of harness containing the open is isolated, repair or replace the machine harness.	All resistance measurements are between 55 and 65 Ω	Result: The resistance measurements are correct. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14. Result: At least one resistance measurement is greater than 65 Ω. If the resistance is approximately 115 to 125 Ω. There is an open in the harness. Repair: Repair or replace the machine harness. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14. Result: At least one resistance measurement is less than 55 Ω. Repair: Look for the source of the short by disconnecting the terminating resistors and check the resistance again. If the resistance is still under 55 Ω, continue disconnecting ECMs and devices from the CAN circuit until the resistance goes up. If everything is disconnected from the CAN circuit, and the resistance still is less than 55 Ω the harness has failed. Repair or replace the machine harness. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 14.

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Table 14
Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Reconnect all harness connectors. Return machine to normal operating condition. 2. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch ON. 3. Clear all diagnostic codes. 4. Operate the machine. 5. Stop the machine and engage the safety. 6. Check if the diagnostic code is active.	The diagnostic code is no longer present.	Result: The diagnostic code does not exist currently. The initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections. Resume machine operation. STOP. Result: The 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 the ECM, always contact the Technical Communicator at your dealership for possible consultation with Caterpillar. This consultation may effect repair time. Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced. STOP.

FMI 14

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Table 15
Check For Related Diagnostic Codes
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. The FMI 14 diagnostic code for the Data Link is active. Look for one of the active control module diagnostic codes that is listed at the beginning of this procedure.	One of the control module diagnostic codes that is listed at the beginning of this procedure is active.	Result: One of the control module diagnostic codes that is listed at the beginning of this procedure is active. Repair: Go to the troubleshooting procedure for the active control module CID FMI diagnostic code. Perform the troubleshooting procedure for the Data Link circuit that is detailed for the control module in order to isolate the problem. Proceed to "Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains", Table 16.

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Table 16
Check If The Diagnostic Code Remains
Troubleshooting Test Steps	Values	Results
1. Reconnect all harness connectors. Return machine to normal operating condition. 2. Turn the start switch and the disconnect switch ON. 3. Clear all diagnostic codes. 4. Operate the machine. 5. Stop the machine and engage the safety. 6. Check if the diagnostic code is active.	The diagnostic code is no longer present.	Result: The diagnostic code does not exist currently. The initial diagnostic code may have been caused by poor electrical connection or short at one of the harness connections. Resume machine operation. STOP. Result: The 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 the ECM, always contact the Technical Communicator at your dealership for possible consultation with Caterpillar. This consultation may effect repair time. Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM - Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced. STOP.