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Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 320D EXCAVATOR FAL
Configuration: 320D & 320D L Excavators FAL00001-UP (MACHINE)
POWERED BY C6.4 Engine

Troubleshooting
C4.2 and C6.4 Engines for Caterpillar Built Machines
Media Number -KENR5342-04 Publication Date -01/10/2007 Date Updated -08/10/2007

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CA Data Link - Test

SMCS - 1900-038

System Operation Description:

Use this procedure in order to troubleshoot the CAN data link or use this procedure if a diagnostic code in
Table 1 is active or easily repeated.

Table 1

Diagnostic Codes Table

System Response
Description Conditions which Generate this Code

The warning lamp

The Electronic Control Module (ECM) detects a loss will illuminate, if
247-09 SAE J1939 Data
of communication over the data link for two or more equipped.
Link abnormal update rate
seconds or the ECM detects an incorrect The code is active.
transmission. The code is logged.

The code is logged.

The ECM detects an erratic signal or an intermittent
1639-2 Machine Security signal from the Machine Security System (MSS). If equipped, the
System Module erratic, The serial number of the MSS that is stored in the warning light will
intermittent, or incorrect ECM may not match the serial number of the MSS. illuminate.
The engine may not
start.

The CAN data link is also known as "J1939 Data Link". The data link is an industry standard for sending
data between different devices in the same application.

High speed data is transfered via the data link. The data link requires a resistance of 60 Ohms between the
two wires to correctly transmit the data. This resistance is made up of two 120 Ohm "Terminating Resistors"
at opposite ends of a data link network. If this resistance is not present, then the data will be intermittent or
completely unreadable.

ote: If the wiring is damaged the replacement type must be shielded twisted pair cable.

Illustration 1 g01389550
Typical schematic for the CAN Data Link

Illustration 2 g01325042
A typical view of the P1 connector (harness side) pin locations.

(21) CAN-

(20) CAN+

(22) CAN shield

Illustration 3 g01325652
A typical example of the P1 connector (ECM side) pin locations.

Illustration 4 g01325045
A typical example of the P2 connector (harness side) pin locations.

(23) CAN-

(24) CAN+

(22) CAN shield

Illustration 5 g01325653
A typical example of the P2 connector (ECM side) pin locations.

Test Step 1. Inspect the Electrical Connectors and the Wiring

A. Remove the electrical power from the ECM.

Illustration 6 g01325579
Typical engine ECM

(1) J1 ECM connector

(2) J2 ECM connector

B. Thoroughly inspect the ECM connectors J1/P1 and J2/P2. Inspect all of the connectors to other
modules on the CAN data link. Refer to service Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect" for
details.

C. Perform a 45 N (10 lb) pull test on each of the wires that are associated with the CAN data link.

D. Check the allen head screw on each ECM connector for the proper torque. Refer to service
Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect" for the correct torque values.

E. Check the wiring harnesses for abrasion, for corrosion and for pinch points.

Expected Result:

All connectors, pins and sockets are completely coupled and/or inserted. The harness and wiring are free of
corrosion, of abrasion and of pinch points.

Results:

OK - The harness and the wiring appear to be OK. Proceed to Test Step 2.

ot OK - There is a problem in the wiring harness.

Repair: Repair the connectors and/or the wiring. Replace parts, if necessary. Ensure that all of the
seals are properly in place and ensure that the connectors are completely coupled. Verify that the
problem is resolved.If applicable, perform the wiggle test on Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET).

STOP

Test Step 2. Verify the Proper Installation of the CA Data Link

A. Disconnect any module that is connected to the CAN data link.

B. Disconnect the P1 connector and measure the resistance between terminals P1-20 (CAN data link +)
and P1-21 (CAN data link -).

C. Disconnect the P2 connector and measure the resistance between terminals P2-24 (CAN data link +)
and P2-23 (CAN data link -).

Expected Result:

The resistance is between 54 and 66 Ohms.

Results:

OK - The resistance is between 54 and 66 Ohms.

Repair: If the CAN data link is working properly at this time, there may be an intermittent problem. If
the problem is intermittent, refer to service Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect".

STOP

ot OK - The resistance is between 108 and 132 Ohms. The terminating resistor is missing.

Repair: Verify that two terminating resistors exist on the data link. One resistor must be located on
each end of the data link. The engine is shipped with one terminating resistor that is installed between
the ECM and the customer connector.Refer to the appropriate electrical schematic in order to
determine the missing resistor. Replace the missing resistor. Verify that the problem is resolved.

STOP

ot OK - The resistance is less than 54 Ohms. Proceed to Test Step 3.

ot OK - The resistance is greater than 132 Ohms. Proceed to Test Step 4.

Test Step 3. Check for a Short Circuit

A. Disconnect the J1/P1 and/or the J2/P2 ECM connector.

B. Remove the terminating resistors from the CAN data link.

 C. Measure the resistance between the points that are listed in Table 2. Be sure to wiggle the wires in the
harnesses as you make each resistance measurement.

Table 2

Resistance Measurements for the CA Data Link

Connector and Terminal Terminal
All of the other terminals on the P1 connector
P1-20 (CAN data link +)
Engine ground
All of the other terminals on the P1 connector
P1-21 (CAN data link -)
Engine ground
All of the other terminals on the P2 connector
P2-24 (CAN data link +)
Engine ground
All of the other terminals on the P2 connector
P2-23 (CAN data link -)
Engine ground

Expected Result:

Each check of the resistance indicates an open circuit.

Results:

OK - Each check of the resistance indicates an open circuit. Proceed to Test Step 4.

ot OK - At least one check of the resistance does not indicate an open circuit. There is a short circuit
in a harness. There may be a problem with a connector.

Repair: Repair the wiring and/or the connector. Verify that the problem is resolved.

STOP

Test Step 4. Check for an Open Circuit

A. Verify that all of the connections are disconnected.

B. Fabricate a jumper wire. Use the jumper wire in order to create a short circuit between terminals G and
F on the service tool connector.

C. Measure the resistance between terminals P1-20 (CAN data link +) and P1-21 (CAN data link -).

D. Measure the resistance between terminals P2-24 (CAN data link +) and P2-23 (CAN data link -).

E. Measure the resistance between the terminals at the connector for each control module that was
connected to the CAN data link.
 F. Remove the jumper wire from the service tool connector.

Expected Result:

The resistance is less than ten Ohms.

Results:

OK - The resistance is less than ten Ohms. There is not an open circuit.

Repair: Perform the following procedure:

1. Connect the J1/P1 and J2/P2 connectors. Connect Cat ET to the service tool connectors.

2. Check the CAN data link for proper operation. If the data link does not operate correctly, there
may be a problem with the ECM.

Temporarily install a new ECM. Check the CAN data link again. If the new ECM solves the
problem, install the original ECM and verify that the original problem returns. If the new ECM
operates correctly and the original ECM does not operate correctly, replace the original ECM.
Verify that the problem is resolved.

STOP

ot OK - The resistance is more than ten Ohms. There is an open circuit or excessive resistance in the
harness. There may be a problem in a connector.

Repair: Repair the wiring and/or the connector. Replace parts, if necessary. Verify that the problem is
resolved.If the problem is intermittent refer to the service Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors
Inspect".

STOP

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