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2013/12/20 Pilot Pressure to the Main Control Valve - Check (UENR4588-01)

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Personal injury can result from hydraulic oil
pressure and hot oil.

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Hydraulic oil pressure can remain in the hydraulic
system after the engine has been stopped. Serious
injury can be caused if this pressure is not released

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before any service is done on the hydraulic system.

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Make sure all of the attachments have been

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lowered, oil is cool before removing any

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components or lines. Remove the oil filler cap only

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when the engine is stopped, and the filler cap is

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Sudden movement or accidental starting of the
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persons on or near the machine.

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To prevent personal injury or death, perform the

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Park the machine on a smooth, level surface.

Lower the work tool to the ground and engage the

parking brake.

Stop the engine and remove the key.

Block the wheels and install the steering frame
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NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are
contained during performance of inspection,
maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the
product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with
suitable containers before opening any
compartment or disassembling any component
containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, PERJ1017, "Dealer

Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies
suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat®
products.

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Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations

and mandates.

Specifications
Table 1
Pilot Pressure for 950GC Wheel Loaders
3450 ± 150 kPa (500 ± 20 psi)

Required Tools
Table 2
Required Tools
Part Number Description Qty
1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group(1) 1
1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group 1
8S-7630(2) Stand 2
8S-7641(2) Tube 2
8S-8048(2) Saddle 2

(1)
8S-7615(2) Pin 2
The 198-4240 Digital Pressure Indicator is also available.
(2)
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1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface. Move the machine away from other operating machines and

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away from personnel.

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2. Permit only one operator on the machine. Keep all other personnel away from the machine or in sight of the
operator.

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3. Position the work tool on the ground.

4. Engage the parking brake.

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5. Place the steering frame lock in the LOCKED position.

6. Relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system.

Reference: For more information about relieving the hydraulic pressure, refer to the Service Manual module
Testing and Adjusting, "System Pressure - Release" for the machine that is being serviced.

Reference: For more information about preparing the machine for troubleshooting, refer to the Service Manual
module Testing and Adjusting, "Machine Preparation for Troubleshooting" for the machine that is being
serviced.

Test Procedure

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1. Position the lift arms on the stands.

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Front guard

2. Ensure that the engine start switch is in the OFF position. Remove the front guard in order to access the main
control valve.

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Illustration 4 g02930098
Main control valve
(1) Pressure reducing valve

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(2) Pressure tap

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3. Install a 8T-0850 Pressure Gauge from 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group or a 198-4240 Digital Pressure

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Indicator to pressure tap (2) on the main control valve.

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4. Start the engine and warm the hydraulic oil to a normal operating temperature of approximately 49 to 65°C
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5. Run the engine at high idle. Raise the work tool until the lift cylinders are fully extended.

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6. Observe the pressure gauge while the lift cylinders are fully extended.

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7. The pressure reading should be at least 3450 ± 150 kPa (500 ± 20 psi).

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8. When pressure is checked, position the lift arms on the lift arm supports.

9. If the pressure is correct, turn the engine start switch to the OFF position.

a. Release the hydraulic pressure. Refer to the Service Manual module Testing and Adjusting, "System
Pressure - Release".

b. Remove the test equipment from the machine. Install the front guard.

c. Start the engine and remove the lift arms from the stands. Position the work tool on the ground and turn
the engine start switch to the OFF position.

10. If the pilot oil pressure is not correct, turn the engine start switch to the OFF position.

If the pressure reading is not within specifications, there are several possible causes:

The pressure reduction valve for the pilot system needs adjustment.

Pressure reduction valve for the pilot system needs replacement or a seal may be damaged.

The piston pump (implement)(pilot) is worn. The pump needs replacement.

Proportional solenoids require calibration.

The valve for the dead engine lower is leaking.

A damaged seal in one of the proportional valves in the pilot valve

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The solenoid valve (hydraulic lockout) may be leaking. There may be a damaged seal.

In order to adjust the pressure reducing valve, refer to the instructions below on adjusting the pressure reducing
valve.

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Reference: For information about replacing the Piston Pump (Implement)(Pilot), refer to the Service Manual module

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Disassembly and Assembly, "Piston Pump (Implement)(Pilot) - Remove" and Disassembly and Assembly, "Piston

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Pump (Implement)(Pilot) - Install".

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Reference: For additional information on testing the valve for the dead engine lower, refer to Testing and Adjusting,

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"Pilot Oil Accumulator (Dead Engine Lower) - Test and Charge".

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Pressure reducing valve
(3) Adjustment screw
(4) Locknut

1. 367-8969 Pressure Reducing Valve (1) reduces the pressure to the pilot system.

2. Before adjusting 367-8969 Pressure Reducing Valve (1), release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to
Testing and Adjusting, "System Pressure - Release".

3. Ensure that the work tool is on the ground or that the lift arms are positioned on the lift arm supports. Turn the
engine start switch to the OFF position.
Note: Always, turn adjustment screw (3) clockwise in order to adjust the pressure. Clockwise movement will
compensate for any internal friction inside the valve that would oppose the setting of the bias spring. For
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example, if the adjustment screw needs to be turned counterclockwise by 1/2 turn, turn the adjustment screw
counterclockwise by one full turn. Then, turn the adjustment screw clockwise by 1/2 turn.
4. Loosen locknut (4). Turn adjustment screw (3) clockwise in order to increase the pressure setting. One turn will
increase the relief valve setting by 515 kPa (75 psi). Turn adjustment screw (3) counterclockwise in order to
decrease the pressure setting of the relief valve. One turn will decrease the relief valve setting by 515 kPa
(75 psi).

5. After adjustment screw (3) is turned for an adjustment, hold adjustment screw in place and tighten locknut (4)
to a torque of 8.1 ± 1.3 N·m (72 ± 12 lb in).

6. Repeat Steps 5 through 9.

7. If pressure setting is not correct, repeat Steps 1 through 5.

8. If 335-1074 Pressure Reducing Valve (1) requires replacement, release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to
Testing and Adjusting, "System Pressure - Release". When a new reducing valve is installed, tighten the valve
to a torque of 35 ± 1 N·m (26 ± 1 lb ft). Torque for the locking nut on the reducing valve is approximately
8.1 ± 1.3 N·m (72 ± 12 lb in).

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