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Product:  EXCAVATOR 
Model:  323D3 EXCAVATOR FEY 
Configuration: 323D3 Excavator FEY00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C7.1 Engine 

Troubleshooting
320D3 and 323D3 Excavators Machine Electronic Control System
Media Number -M0094857-00 Publication Date -01/08/2015 Date Updated -25/07/2018

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Solenoid Valve - Test

SMCS - 5479-038

S/N - FEY1-UP

Machine ECM
The following is a list of codes that are associated with the solenoid valves on the machine.

Table 1
Machine ECM (MID 299)
DTC Code Description System Response
Fuel Shutoff Valve will block fuel flow
17-3 Fuel Shutoff Valve : Voltage Above Normal
to engine.
Fuel Shutoff Valve will block fuel flow
17-5 Fuel Shutoff Valve : Current Below Normal
to engine.
Fuel Shutoff Valve will block fuel flow
17-6 Fuel Shutoff Valve : Current Above Normal
to engine.
Machine swing function will be
374-3 Swing Brake Solenoid : Voltage Above Normal
inoperable.
Machine swing function will be
374-5 Swing Brake Solenoid : Current Below Normal
inoperable.
Machine swing function will be
374-6 Swing Brake Solenoid : Current Above Normal
inoperable.
Pump torque output will not change
581-3 Power Shift Solenoid : Voltage Above Normal
when requested.
Pump torque output will not change
581-5 Power Shift Solenoid : Current Below Normal
when requested.
581-6 Power Shift Solenoid : Current Above Normal Pump torque output will not change
when requested.
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Machine travel speed selection is

598-3 Travel Speed Solenoid : Voltage Above Normal
limited.
Machine travel speed selection is
598-5 Travel Speed Solenoid : Current Below Normal
limited.
Machine travel speed selection is
598-6 Travel Speed Solenoid : Current Above Normal
limited.
735-3 Heavy Lift Solenoid : Voltage Above Normal Lift function will be limited.
735-5 Heavy Lift Solenoid : Current Below Normal Lift function will be limited.
735-6 Heavy Lift Solenoid : Current Above Normal Lift function will be limited.
1160- Hydraulic lock solenoid will not
Hydraulic Lock Solenoid : Voltage Above Normal
3 function.
1160- Hydraulic lock solenoid will not
Hydraulic Lock Solenoid : Current Below Normal
5 function.
1160- Hydraulic lock solenoid will not
Hydraulic Lock Solenoid : Current Above Normal
6 function.
1525- Straight travel system will be
Straight Travel Solenoid : Voltage Above Normal
3 inoperable.
1525- Straight travel system will be
Straight Travel Solenoid : Current Below Normal
5 inoperable.
1525- Straight travel system will be
Straight Travel Solenoid : Current Above Normal
6 inoperable.
1590- Main Pump Flow Limitation Pressure Solenoid :
Attachment / tool functions unavailable.
3 Voltage Above Normal
1590- Main Pump Flow Limitation Pressure Solenoid :
Attachment / tool functions unavailable.
5 Current Below Normal
1590- Main Pump Flow Limitation Pressure Solenoid :
Attachment / tool functions unavailable.
6 Current Above Normal

Solenoids are used to shut off, release, distribute, or mix fluids on the machine. Generally, multiple solenoids
are located together on a manifold. A solenoid converts electrical energy into magnetic energy, moving a
spool located inside the housing of a valve. A spring is used to hold the spool in position until the solenoid is
energized.

The magnetic force that acts on the valve spool is created when a coil inside the solenoid is energized.

Possible Causes for an FMI 3 Diagnostic code are:

• The harness is shorted.

• The Machine ECM has failed. A failure of the ECM is unlikely.

Possible causes for an FMI 5 Diagnostic code are:

• There is an open in the circuit.

• The solenoid has failed.

• The Machine ECM has failed. A failure of the ECM is unlikely.

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Possible causes for an FMI 6 Diagnostic code are:

• A wire is shorted to ground.

• The solenoid has failed.

• The Machine ECM has failed. A failure of the ECM is unlikely.

Illustration 1 g06326164
Machine ECM and Switch Panel solenoid schematic

Note: The diagram above is a simplified schematic of the Machine ECM and the Switch Panel connections.
The schematic is electrically correct. However, not all the possible harness connectors are shown. Refer to the
latest revision of Electrical Schematic, M0094859 for 320D3 and M0094901 for 323D3 excavator electrical
systems.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedure

Note: 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 harness 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 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.
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◦ FMI 3 diagnostic code, proceed to Table 2.

◦ FMI 5 diagnostic code, proceed to Table 3.

◦ FMI 6 diagnostic code, proceed to Table 4.

Table 2
FMI 3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results
1. Check The Machine Harness OK - All resistance readings are greater than 5K
For A Short Ω.

A. The key start switch and the Proceed to Test Step 2.

disconnect switch remain in the
OFF position. NOT OK - One or more readings are less than 5 Ω.

B. Disconnect the harness Repair: A short exists between the signal contact
Each reading is
connector from the solenoid. and the circuit with the low resistance. Repair or
greater than 5K
replace the machine harness.
Ω.
C. Disconnect the ECM machine
harness connectors. Note: A resistance greater than 5 Ω but less than
5K Ω indicates a loose or corroded connection in
D. Measure the resistance between the circuit. A resistance measurement greater than
the solenoid signal contact and all 5K Ω indicates an open in the circuit.
the contacts that are used in the
ECM. Proceed to Test Step 2.
OK - The diagnostic code does not exist currently.
2. Check If The Diagnostic Code
The initial diagnostic code may have been caused
Remains
by poor electrical connection or short at one of the
harness connections. Resume machine operation.
A. Reconnect all harness
connectors. Return machine to
STOP.
normal operating condition.
NOT OK - The diagnostic trouble code has not
B. Turn the key start switch and
been corrected. If the diagnostic code has not been
the disconnect switch to the ON
corrected after performing the procedure a second
position. The diagnostic
time, the ECM may require replacement.
code is no
C. Clear all diagnostic codes. longer present.
Prior to replacing the ECM, always contact the
Technical Communicator at your dealership for
D. Operate the machine.
possible consultation with Caterpillar. This
consultation may effect repair time.
E. Stop the machine and engage
the safety.
Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM -
Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.
F. Check if the diagnostic code is
active.
STOP.

Table 3
FMI 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results
1. Check The Solenoid OK - The harness is correct. The FMI 5
The FMI 5 diagnostic code changes to an FMI 6 when
A. Turn the key start switch and the diagnostic code the jumper wire is installed. The solenoid has
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disconnect switch to the OFF changes to an FMI 6 failed.

position. after the jumper wire
is installed. Repair: Replace the solenoid.
B. Disconnect the solenoid from the
machine harness. Proceed to Test Step 3.

C. At the harness connector for the NOT OK - The diagnostic code remains
solenoid, install a jumper wire active.
between contact 1 and contact 2.
Proceed to Test Step 2.
D. Turn the key start switch and the
disconnect switch to the ON
position. Do not start the engine.
2. Check The Harness For An
Open
OK - The reading is less than 5 Ω. The
A. Turn the key start switch and the harness is correct.
disconnect switch to the OFF
position. Proceed to Test Step 3.

B. Disconnect the harness NOT OK - The reading is greater than 5K

connectors from the ECM. Ω. The open is in the signal circuit or the
return circuit.
C. The jumper wire remains
installed. Each reading is less Repair: Repair or replace the machine
than 5 Ω. harness.
D. At the machine harness
connector for the ECM, measure the Note: A resistance greater than 5 Ω but less
resistance between the signal circuit than 5K Ω indicates a loose or corroded
and return circuit. connection in the circuit. A resistance
measurement greater than 5K Ω indicates an
Note: For solenoids that return to open in the circuit.
ground, measure the resistance
between the signal circuit at the Proceed to Test Step 3.
ECM harness connector and frame
ground.
3. Check If The Diagnostic Code OK - The diagnostic code does not exist
Remains The diagnostic code currently. The initial diagnostic code may
is no longer present. have been caused by poor electrical
A. Reconnect all harness connection or short at one of the harness
connectors. Return machine to connections. Resume machine operation.
normal operating condition.
STOP.
B. Turn the key start switch and the
disconnect switch to the ON NOT OK - The diagnostic trouble code has
position. not been corrected. If the diagnostic code has
not been corrected after performing the
C. Clear all diagnostic codes. procedure a second time, the ECM may
require replacement.
D. Operate the machine.
Prior to replacing the ECM, always contact
E. Stop the machine and engage the the Technical Communicator at your
safety. dealership for possible consultation with
Caterpillar. This consultation may effect
F. Check if the diagnostic code is repair time.
active.
Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM -
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Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.

STOP.

Table 4
FMI 6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results
1. Check The Solenoid
OK - The circuit is correct. The solenoid has
A. Turn the key start switch and
failed.
the disconnect switch to the OFF
position.
Repair: Repeat the test. Verify the solenoid
failure. Replace the solenoid.
B. Disconnect the solenoid from The FMI 6 changes to
the machine harness. an FMI 5 after the
Proceed to Test Step 3.
solenoid is
C. Turn the key start switch and disconnected.
NOT OK - The diagnostic code remains
the disconnect switch to the ON
active.
position. Do not start the engine.
Proceed to Test Step 2.
D. Observe the status of the
diagnostic code.
OK - Machine harness correct.
2. Check Machine Harness For
Proceed to Test Step 3.
A Short To Ground
NOT OK - One or more of the resistance
A. The machine harness remains
measurements are less than 5 Ω. A short
disconnected from the solenoid.
circuit exists in the machine harness.
B. Turn the key start switch and
Repair: A short circuit exists between the
the disconnect switch to the OFF
signal wire and the circuit with the low
position. Each reading is
resistance. Repair or replace the machine
greater than 5K Ω.
harness.
C. Disconnect the harness
connectors from the ECM.
Note: A resistance greater than 5 Ω but less
than 5K Ω indicates a loose or corroded
D. At the harness connector for
connection in the circuit. A resistance
the ECM, measure the resistance
measurement greater than 5K Ω indicates an
between the solenoid signal
open in the circuit.
contact and all ground contacts.
Proceed to Test Step 3.
3. Check If The Diagnostic Code OK - The diagnostic code does not exist
Remains The diagnostic code is currently. The initial diagnostic code may
no longer present. have been caused by poor electrical
A. Reconnect all harness connection or short at one of the harness
connectors. Return machine to connections. Resume machine operation.
normal operating condition.
STOP.
B. Turn the key start switch and
the disconnect switch to the ON NOT OK - The diagnostic trouble code has
position. not been corrected. If the diagnostic code has
not been corrected after performing the
C. Clear all diagnostic codes. procedure a second time, the ECM may
require replacement.
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D. Operate the machine.

Prior to replacing the ECM, always contact
E. Stop the machine and engage the Technical Communicator at your
the safety. dealership for possible consultation with
Caterpillar. This consultation may effect
F. Check if the diagnostic code is repair time.
active.
Follow the steps in Troubleshooting, "ECM -
Replace" if the ECM needs to be replaced.

STOP.

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