Service Tool Error Identifiers
Service error identifiers are displayed when an electronic service tool service test has failed. The error identifiers help to explain the reason for the service test failure. There could be cases where the error identifier isolates the failed component. If applicable, use the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.
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Service Error Identifiers | Description | Troubleshooting |
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$0003 | Another Service Test is Active | Only one service test may be active on a machine or engine at a time. |
$0004 | Service Test Active by Another ECM | Another service test from a different ECM is active. Either wait until the test is completed or abort the test to proceed. |
$0005 | Loss of Service Test Interlock | There is a communication issue between the ECM and the electronic service tool. There is too much data communicating across the data link. Disconnect any other data collecting tools. |
$0006 | Service Test Aborted by Tool/Monitor | Abort by user. Restart the test if desired. |
$101A | Incorrect Throttle Position | The throttle is depressed or faulty. If the application contains a switched throttle, the switch may be faulty. |
$101B | Shift Lever Not in Neutral | Shift the transmission lever to NEUTRAL. |
$101C | Transmission Gear Incorrect | Shift the power train to NEUTRAL. |
$1018 | Parking Brake Not Engaged | Apply the parking brake. |
$1109 | Left Motor Rotation Direction Incorrect | The left drive motor velocity is greater than 0. The motor could be faulted or have a loss of communication on the datalink. |
$110A | Right Motor Rotation Direction Incorrect | The right drive motor velocity is greater than 0. The motor could be faulted or have a loss of communication on the datalink. |
$1180 | Machine is Not Idle | Implements (or saws in forestry products) are actively in operation. Hydraulics are not locked out. Implement lockout solenoid is on "Hoist" and is not in float. AWD is installed and the AWD system is in "Creep" mode. Steering lockout is off. "OK To Elevate Speed" switch is OFF. |
$1126 | Ground Speed Too High | The machine is moving. Stop the machine to perform the service test. |
$1012 | Lever Not in Correct Position | Shift lever to neutral. |
$110C | Brake Pedal Depressed | Release the brake. |
$115C | Regeneration is Active | Wait for a DPF regeneration to complete or abort the test. |
Wiggle Test | ||
$1011 | Engine running | Engine speed must be zero. |
DPF Soot Loading Sensor Functional Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$1011 | Engine Running | Engine speed must be zero. |
$105F | Test Timed Out Not all conditions were met in order for the test to complete | Restart DPF Soot Loading Functional test. |
$115B | Diesel Particulate Filter soot Loading Sensor Data incorrect | Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) as a soot sensor replacement is recommended. |
Fuel Rail Pressure Relief Valve Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$1161 | Fuel Temperature Too High | Fuel temperature must be above the threshold shown in the service tool and no active high fuel temperature events . |
$10FB | Engine Speed Too Low | Engine speed must be higher than or equal to low idle speed. |
$10FC | Engine Speed Too High | Engine speed must be lower than or equal to rated speed. |
$10CB | Engine Load Too High | Delivered fuel volume must be less than the limit shown during the service tool test. An engine speed from the application is preventing the service test from taking control of the desired engine speed. Check that the machine is in a suitable operating mode before running the service test. |
$1162 | Fuel Leakage Detected | Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) if this fault repeatedly occurs when running the service test. |
$1101 | Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low | Refer to Troubleshooting, "Fuel Rail Pressure Problem". |
$1100 | Fuel Rail Pressure Too High | The pressure relief valve may have opened due to high rail pressure and is now regulating the rail pressure to be less than |
$1118 | Fuel Pressure Not Responding | Indicates that the rail pressure control is unstable during the service test. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) if this fault occurs repeatedly when running the service test. |
Fuel Rail Pressure Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.
Check that there are no electrical diagnostics on the fuel system-related sensors or actuators and no injector faults relating to injector trim codes. |
$1161 | Fuel Temperature Too High | Fuel temperature must be above the threshold shown in service tool and no high fuel temperature events are active. |
$10FB | Engine Speed Too Low | Engine speed must be higher than or equal to low idle speed. |
$10FC | Engine Speed Too High | Engine speed must be lower than or equal to rated speed. |
$10CB | Engine Load Too High | Delivered fuel volume must be less than the limit shown during the service tool test. An engine speed from the application is preventing the service test from taking control of the desired engine speed. Check that the machine is in a suitable operating mode before running the service test. |
$1162 | Fuel Leakage Detected | Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) if this fault repeatedly occurs when running the service test. |
$1101 | Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low | Refer to Troubleshooting, "Fuel Rail Pressure Problem". |
$1100 | Fuel Rail Pressure Too High | The pressure relief valve may have opened due to high rail pressure and is now regulating the rail pressure to be less than |
$1118 | Fuel Pressure Not Responding | Indicates that the rail pressure control is unstable during the service test. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) if this fault occurs repeatedly when running the service test. |
Aftertreatment Regeneration System Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$10D0 | Engine Has Not Been Running Long Enough | Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes and restart the Aftertreatment Regeneration System Test. |
$1164 | Engine Speed / Load Incorrect | Bring engine to idle and remove load and restart the Aftertreatment Regeneration System Test. The test will try to take control of engine speed to elevate idle to required position for duration of test. |
$1169 | Engine Exhaust Back Pressure Too Low | The observed exhaust back pressure when testing the EBPR is too low. Look for associated EBPR diagnostics. Look for exhaust system leaks. Run the Air System Motor Valves Verification Test to check correct operation of the EBPR. |
$112C | Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Too Low | The system detects the DPF inlet temperature not being high enough to allow successful DPF desulfation. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diesel Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Is Low". Check for exhaust leaks then restart the Aftertreatment Regeneration System Test. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | Bring engine to idle and remove load. The current operating load could be too high to allow the EGR valve to close. Look for associated EGR valve diagnostics. Run the Air System Motor Valves Verification Test to check correct operation of the EGR valve. |
Air System Motor Valves Verification Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$1050 | Battery Voltage Too High | For a 12 VDC system, the service test must only be executed if the battery voltage is between 9 VDC and 16 VDC. For a 24 VDC system, the service test must only be executed if the battery voltage is between 18 VDC and 32 VDC. Correct the system voltage and restart the Air System Motor Valves Verification Test. |
$1070 | Battery Voltage Too Low | For a 12 VDC system, the service test must only be executed if the battery voltage is between 9 VDC and 16 VDC. For a 24 VDC system, the service test must only be executed if the battery voltage is between 18 VDC and 32 VDC. Correct the system voltage and restart the Air System Motor Valves Verification Test. |
$1164 | Engine Speed/Load Incorrect | The test must be run with keyswitch ON only, Stop Engine leaving ECM powered and restart the Air System Motor Valves Verification Test. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | The test has verified that the valve is electrically OK, but the actuator is not responding to the desired test profile. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) before proceeding. |
$1170 | Engine Exhaust Back Pressure Regulator Not Responding to Command | The test has verified that the valve has no electrical fault, but the actuator is not responding to the desired test profile. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN). |
Aftertreatment System Functional Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$105F | Service Test Timed Out | Not all conditions were met for the test to complete. Restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$10CB | Engine Load Too High | Bring engine to idle and remove load. Current operating load is too high to allow the EGR valve to close and the EBPR to be used. Restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$10D0 | Engine Has Not Been Running Long Enough | Allow engine to Idle for 2 minutes and restart the Aftertreatment System Functional test. |
$10FB | Engine RPM Too Low | Lower the engine speed to idle. The test will attempt to take speed control to put engine in acceptable speed range. Restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$10FC | Engine RPM Too High | Lower the engine speed to idle. The test will attempt to take speed control to put engine in acceptable speed range. Restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$1121 | Another Engine Speed Request Active | The test request to take speed control was denied by the application. |
$112C | Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Too Low | The SCR system cannot dose due to the DPF inlet temperature not being high enough to allow DEF dosing to initiate. Check for exhaust leaks and restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$115C | Regeneration is Active | HC dosing is active. Allow desulfation to complete and then restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | Bring the engine to idle and remove load. The current operating load is too high to allow the EGR valve to close. |
$11A8 | Aftertreatment SCR Catalyst Conversion Efficiency Too Low | The SCR system NOx conversion is too low to perform the test. Refer to Troubleshooting, "NOx Conversion is Low". |
$11A9 | Aftertreatment Outlet NH3 Too High | There is too much NH3 in the exhaust. Perform the "Manual Hydrocarbon Dosing Capability Test" to raise the exhaust temperature and reduce the NH3 storage. |
$11AA | Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid Temperature Too Low | The temperature of the DEF is too low. Operate the engine to raise the DEF Temperature. |
$11B5 | Aftertreatment #1 NOx Level Sensors Not Ready | The NOx sensors have not reached the correct temperature to start reading the NOx level. |
$11B9 | Aftertreatment #1 SCR Catalyst Intake Gas Temperature Too Low | The SCR system cannot dose due to the SCR inlet temperature not being high enough to allow DEF dosing to initiate. Restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$11BB | Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid Level Too Low | The DEF tank level is too low. Fill the DEF tank and restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$11C2 | Aftertreatment SCR System in Warmup Mode | The temperature of the exhaust system is not high enough to perform the test. Operate the engine to raise the exhaust temperatures. Restart the Aftertreatment System Functional Test. |
$11C3 | Aftertreatment SCR System Not Able to Prime | The SCR dosing system cannot prime. Refer to Troubleshooting, "DEF Pressure is Low". |
Manual Hydrocarbon Dosing Capability Test | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$0009 | Service Test Aborted by ECM | The engine may not be running in the correct thermal management mode. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) for further assistance. |
$1010 | Engine Stopped (No Engine RPM) | Start the engine. The test will then progress. |
$10D0 | Engine Has Not Been Running Long Enough | Allow the engine to idle for 2 minutes and restart the Manual Hydrocarbon Dosing Capability Test |
$1155 | Diesel Particulate Filter Soot Loading Too High | DPF soot load is above an acceptable level for safe HC dosing. If soot load events are active, refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | The NRS valve must have closed to allow HC dosing to start and/or the EBPR to elevate exhaust back pressure to increase exhaust temperature. Check for associated NRS valve diagnostic codes. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check for correct operation of the NRS valve. |
$1108 | Excessive Engine RPM Change | The engine speed has changed significantly during the test which can affect the service test assessment capability. Rerun the test without changing engine speed. |
$10F5 | Excessive Change in Engine Load | The engine load has been changed significantly during the test which can affect the service test assessment capability. Rerun the test without changing engine load. |
$11CA | Aftertreatment Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Conversion Efficiency Too Low | The DOC may be sulfated. Perform the "Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure". If the "Manual Hydrocarbon Dosing Capability Test" continues to fail, the DOC may be aged so that not enough heat is being generated for the amount of HC dosing fuel being injected. |
$11C0 | Aftertreatment Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Intake Temperature Too Low | The DOC intake temperature is not reaching the target required by the test. Look for causes of excessive heat loss between the engine and the aftertreatment |
$11BA | Aftertreatment SCR System Not Ready to Dose | The SCR system needs to dose a small amount of DEF during HC dosing. The DEF dosing is to protect the DEF injector tip from getting damaged at high temperature. The SCR system is not working properly. Check for associated SCR system diagnostic codes and follow relevant troubleshooting procedures. |
$1169 | Engine Exhaust Back Pressure Too Low | The observed exhaust back pressure when testing the EBPR is too low. Look for associated EBPR diagnostic codes. Check for exhaust system leaks. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check the correct operation of the EBPR. |
$11B9 | Aftertreatment #1 SCR Catalyst Intake Gas Temperature Too Low | The HC dosing procedure is generating the correct heat rise. However, a significant amount of this heat is being lost before the exhaust gas reaches the SCR. Check for signs of exhaust leaks in the CEM between the DOC and the SCR. |
High Pressure Fuel Pump Calibration | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. Check that there are no electrical diagnostics on fuel system sensors or actuators, no injector faults relating to injector trim codes. One of the following sensor status is not OK: • Crankshaft speed/timing • Camshaft speed/timing • Coolant temperature • Fuel rail pressure • Fuel temperature There may be an electrical fault on an injector or the HP fuel pump. An injector trim may not be loaded or incorrect. One of the following events is active: • Pressure relief valve activation • Rail pressure event • Battery supply diagnostic is active |
$10A7 | Coolant Temperature Too Low | Coolant temperature is less than the trip point |
$1072 | Coolant Temperature Too High | Coolant temperature is greater than the trip point |
$1160 | Fuel Temperature Too Low | Fuel temperature must be within limits displayed during the test. |
$1161 | Fuel Temperature Too High | Fuel temperature must be within limits displayed during the test. |
$1108 | Excessive Engine RPM Change | Engine speed is not stable. Ensure that there is no cyclic loading from the application. Try running the test at a different engine speed or increase the load on the engine. |
$1074 | Engine RPM Too Low | Engine speed must be within limits displayed during the test. |
$10FC | Engine RPM Too High | Engine speed must be within limits displayed during the test. |
$1107 | Engine Load Too Low | Fuel delivery must be within the limits displayed during the test. |
$10CB | Engine Load Too High | Fuel delivery must be within the limits displayed during the test. |
$1118 | Fuel Pressure Not Responding | The rail pressure is unstable. Changing the engine operating condition may allow successful pump learn. If still unsuccessful, refer to Troubleshooting, Fuel Rail Pressure Problem. |
$115F | Engine Load Incorrect | Changing the engine operating condition may allow successful pump learn. A lower engine speed and/or a lower load condition should be used. |
$000A | Calibration Failure | Likely loss of communication between the ECM and the electronic service tool. Restart the electronic service tool and retry the calibration test. |
$0003 | Another Calibration is Active | Likely loss of communication between the ECM and the electronic service tool. Restart the electronic service tool and retry the calibration test. |
$105F | Calibration Timed Out | Retry the "High Pressure Fuel Pump Calibration". |
Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$10D0 | Engine Has Not Been Running Long Enough | Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes and restart the Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure. |
$1010 | Engine Stopped (No Engine RPM) | Start the engine. The test will then progress |
$1155 | Diesel Particulate Filter Soot Loading Too High | Observed DPF soot load is above an acceptable level for safe HC dosing and too high to allow procedure to regenerate soot within the DPF. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) for further advice. |
$11BA | Aftertreatment SCR System Not Ready to Dose | The SCR system needs to dose a small amount of DEF during HC dosing to protect the DEF injector tip from damage at high temperatures. The SCR system is not working properly. Identify associated SCR system diagnostic codes and follow relevant troubleshooting procedures. |
$112C | Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Too Low | The system cannot dose due to the DPF Inlet temperature not being high enough to allow DEF dosing to initiate. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diesel Particulate Filter Intake temperature Is Low". Check for exhaust leaks and then restart the Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure. |
$10FB | Engine RPM Too Low | Lower the engine speed to idle. The test will try to take speed control to put engine in acceptable speed range. Restart the Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure. |
$10FC | Engine RPM Too High | Lower the engine speed to idle. The test will try to take speed control to put engine in acceptable speed range. Restart the Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure. |
$1173 | Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Rate Too Low | The procedure is running in optimum conditions for DPF soot regeneration with no issues with Soot Sensor measurement. However, observed soot load is not reducing. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) for further advice. |
$10CB | Engine Load Too High | Bring engine to idle and remove load. The current operating load is too high to allow NRS valve to close and EBPR to operate. Restart the Aftertreatment Recovery Procedure. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | Bring engine to idle and remove load. The current operating load may be too high to allow the NRS valve to close. Identify associated NRS valve diagnostics. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check correct operation of the NRS valve. |
$11C0 | Aftertreatment Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Intake Temperature Too Low | The DOC intake temperature is lower than required for the test. Identify causes of excessive heat loss between the engine and the aftertreatment. |
$11C1 | Aftertreatment Recovery Unsuccessful | The procedure has run in optimum engine conditions but has been unable to recover the Aftertreatment system. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) for further advice. |
$11B9 | Aftertreatment SCR Catalyst Intake Gas Temperature Too Low | Although the procedure is generating the correct heat rise, some of this heat is being lost before the exhaust gas reaches the SCR. Check for evidence of exhaust leaks in the CEM between the DOC and the SCR. |
Manual DPF Regeneration | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$10D0 | Engine Has Not Been Running Long Enough | Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes and restart the Manual DPF Regeneration Procedure. |
$112C | Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Too Low | The system detects the DPF inlet temperature is too low to allow successful DPF desulfation. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diesel Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Is Low". Check for exhaust leaks and then restart the Manual DPF Regeneration Procedure. |
$1164 | Engine Speed / Load Incorrect | Bring the engine to idle and remove load and then restart the Manual DPF Regeneration Procedure. The test will try to take control of engine speed to elevate idle to required position for duration of test. |
$1169 | Engine Exhaust Back Pressure Too Low | The observed exhaust back pressure when testing the EBPR is too low. Look for associated EBPR diagnostics. Check for exhaust system leaks. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check correct operation of the EBPR. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | Bring the engine to idle and remove load. The current operating load may be too high to allow the NRS valve to close. Check for associated NRS valve diagnostics. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check correct operation of the EGR valve. |
$1172 | Diesel Particulate Filter Soot Loading Too Low | The soot level in the DPF is not high enough to warrant running a DPF regeneration. At low soot levels, the rate of regeneration is extremely slow, negating the value of the test. |
$1173 | Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Rate Too Low | The procedure is running in optimum conditions for DPF soot regeneration with no issues with soot sensor measurement. However, observed soot load is not reducing. Contact the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN) for further advice. |
Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure | ||
$0002 | Active Diagnostic Present | Resolve any active diagnostic codes. Refer to the appropriate troubleshooting procedure. |
$10CB | Engine Load Too High | Bring the engine to idle and remove load. Current operating load is too high to allow the NRS valve to close and EBPR to operate. Restart the Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure. |
$10D0 | Engine Has Not Been Running Long Enough | Allow the engine to idle for 2 minutes and then restart the Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure. |
$10FB | Engine RPM Too Low | Lower the engine speed to idle. The test will try to take speed control to put engine in acceptable speed range. Restart the Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure. |
$10FC | Engine RPM Too High | Lower the engine speed to idle. The test will try to take speed control to put engine in acceptable speed range. Restart the Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure. |
$112C | Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Too Low | The DPF inlet temperature is too low to allow successful DPF desulfation. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diesel Particulate Filter Intake Temperature Is Low" and check for exhaust leaks. Restart the Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure. |
$1164 | Engine Speed / Load Incorrect | Bring the engine to idle and remove load and then restart the Aftertreatment Sulfation Recovery Procedure. The test will try to take control of engine speed to elevate idle to required position for duration of test. |
$1169 | Engine Exhaust Back Pressure Too Low | The observed exhaust back pressure when testing the EBPR is too low. Identify any associated EBPR diagnostics. Check for exhaust system leaks. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check correct operation of the EBPR. |
$116F | Engine Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Not Responding to Command | Bring the engine to idle and remove load. The current operating load may be too high to allow the NRS valve to close. Check for associated NRS valve diagnostics. Run the "Air System Motor Valves Verification Test" to check correct operation of the NRS valve. |
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