Coolant Level Is Low
Use this procedure in order to troubleshoot low coolant level or use this procedure if one of the following codes is active. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Event Codes" for information about event codes. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diagnostic Trouble Codes" for information about diagnostic codes. Access the monitoring system on Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) in order to view the current trip points for these codes. For information on the engine monitoring system, refer to Troubleshooting, "Engine Monitoring System".
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Diagnostic Trouble Codes | |||
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J1939 Code | CDL Code | Code Description | System Response |
111-1 | E2143-3 | Engine Coolant Level : Low - most severe (3) | The engine has been running for 60 seconds. The engine coolant level has fallen below the coolant level sensor for the specified delay time.
Engine power is derated. The code is logged. |
111-17 | E2143-1 | Engine Coolant Level : Low - least severe (1) | The engine has been running for 60 seconds. The engine coolant level has fallen below the coolant level sensor for the specified delay time.
The code is logged. |
111-18 | E2143-2 | Engine Coolant Level : Low - moderate severity (2) | The engine has been running for 60 seconds. The engine coolant level has fallen below the coolant level sensor for the specified delay time.
Engine power is derated. The code is logged. |
- Low Coolant Level and/or Coolant Leakage
- Coolant level sensor
Note: The procedures have been listed in order of probability. Complete the procedures in order.
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Troubleshooting Test Steps | Values | Results |
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1. Low Coolant Level and/or Coolant Leakage A. Inspect the coolant level. |
Coolant level |
Result: The engine coolant level is OK. Proceed to Test Step 2. Result: The engine coolant level is Not OK. Troubleshoot the cause of the incorrect coolant level. 1. Check for the correct mixture of antifreeze and water. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual. 2. Check the cooling system for leaks. Refer to Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting, "Cooling System - Test" for the correct procedure. Repair any leaks immediately. 3. Check for air in the cooling system. Refer to Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting, "Testing the Cooling System" for the correct procedure. |
2. Faulty Sensor A. If an electrical problem with the coolant level sensor is suspected, refer to Troubleshooting, "Coolant Level - Test" for information that is related to troubleshooting an electrical problem with the coolant level sensor. |
Coolant level sensor |
Result: The coolant level sensor is not operating properly. Repair: Replace the coolant level sensor. Verify that the problem has been resolved |
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