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Troubleshooting
C175-16 and C175-20 Engines for 793F and 797F Off-Highway Trucks
Media Number -KENR5398-04 Publication Date -01/06/2010 Date Updated -29/06/2010

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Event Codes
SMCS - 1900

Engine Monitoring
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) monitors the operating parameters of the engine. The ECM will
generate an event code if a specific engine parameter exceeds an acceptable range that is defined by the
engine monitoring system. For information on the engine monitoring system, refer to Troubleshooting,
"Engine Monitoring System".

Cross-Reference Information for Event Codes

Event codes are generated when abnormal operating conditions exist. Table 1 is a list of the event codes for
the engine. The event codes are cross-referenced with the appropriate procedure that can be used to
troubleshoot the code.

Table 1
Cross-Reference from Event Code to the Appropriate Test Procedure
Event Code Procedure

E072(2) Oil Level The engine oil level is below the specified level. Check the engine oil level. If
Low Mark necessary, add oil to the engine and return the engine to service. Refer to the
Operation and Maintenance Manual for details.
If a problem is suspected with the engine lubrication system, refer to
E072(3) Oil Level Troubleshooting, "Oil Consumption Is Excessive" for details that are related to
Low Mark troubleshooting this symptom.
E096(1) High Fuel
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Pressure Is High"
Pressure
The keyswitch has been cycled from the START position, to the OFF position, and
E098(1) Engine Pre
back to the START position in six seconds or less. The prelube cycle has been
-lube Override
overridden by the operator.
E099(2) Engine Oil
Filter Restriction Troubleshooting, "Oil Filter Differential Pressure Problem"
Warning

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E101(1) High
Crankcase Pressure Troubleshooting, "Crankcase Pressure Is High"
Warning
E197(1) High
Engine Oil
Temperature
E197(2) High
Engine Oil Troubleshooting, "Oil Temperature Is High"
Temperature
E197(3) High
Engine Oil
Temperature
E198(1) Low Fuel
Pressure
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Pressure Is Low"
E198(2) Low Fuel
Pressure
E199(1) Low
Coolant Troubleshooting, "Coolant Temperature Is Low"
Temperature
E232(1) High
Fuel/Water
Separator Water The level of water that is in the fuel/water separator is excessive. Remove the water
Level from the fuel/water separator and return the engine to service. Refer to the
Operation and Maintenance Manual for details. If an electrical problem with the
E232(2) High sensor or the sensor circuit is suspected, refer to Troubleshooting, "Water In Fuel -
Fuel/Water Test" for details that are related to troubleshooting the problem.
Separator Water
Level
E233(2) Low
Engine Pre-lube Troubleshooting, "Prelubrication Pump Problem"
Pressure
E245(2) High Right
Turbo Turbine Inlet
Temperature
E245(3) High Right
Turbo Turbine Inlet
Temperature
Troubleshooting, "Turbocharger Turbine Temperature Is High"
E246(2) High Left
Turbo Turbine Inlet
Temperature
E246(3) High Left
Turbo Turbine Inlet
Temperature
E265(2) User
This event is used to record a requested shutdown from an aftermarket shutdown
Defined Shutdown
device.

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E278(2) High
Exhaust Differential Troubleshooting, "Turbocharger Turbine Temperature Is High"
Temperature
E360(1) Low
Engine Oil Pressure

Troubleshooting, "Oil Pressure Is Low"

E360(3) Low
Engine Oil Pressure

E361(1) High
Engine Coolant
Temperature
E361(2) High
Engine Coolant Troubleshooting, "Coolant Temperature Is High"
Temperature
E361(3) High
Engine Coolant
Temperature
E362(1) Engine
Overspeed
E362(2) Engine
Troubleshooting, "Engine Overspeeds"
Overspeed
E362(3) Engine
Overspeed
E390(1) Fuel Filter
Restriction
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Filter Is Restricted"
E390(2) Fuel Filter
Restriction
E396(1) High Fuel
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Rail Pressure Is High"
Rail Pressure
E398(1) Low Fuel
Rail Pressure
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Rail Pressure Is Low"
E398(2) Low Fuel
Rail Pressure
E539(1) High
Intake Manifold Air
Temperature
Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Temperature Is High"
E539(2) High
Intake Manifold Air
Temperature
E583(1) High Air
Inlet #1 Differential Troubleshooting, "Inlet Air Is Restricted"
Pressure

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E583(2) High Air

Inlet #1 Differential
Pressure
E584(1) High Air
Inlet #2 Differential
Pressure
Troubleshooting, "Inlet Air Is Restricted"
E584(2) High Air
Inlet #2 Differential
Pressure
E585(1) High Air
Inlet #3 Differential
Pressure
Troubleshooting, "Inlet Air Is Restricted"
E585(2) High Air
Inlet #3 Differential
Pressure
E586(1) High Air
Inlet #4 Differential
Pressure
Troubleshooting, "Inlet Air Is Restricted"
E586(2) High Air
Inlet #4 Differential
Pressure
The ground level shutdown switch has been activated. Reset the switch to the RUN
E678(2) Ground position. If an electrical problem with the switch or with the switch circuit is
Level Shutdown suspected, refer to Troubleshooting, "Shutdown - Test" for details that are related to
troubleshooting the ground level shutdown switch.
E770(2) High Fuel
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Temperature is High"
Rail Temperature
E1044(1) High
Intake Manifold
Pressure
Troubleshooting, "Intake Manifold Air Pressure is High"
E1044(2) High
Intake Manifold
Pressure
E1106(2) High Fuel
Troubleshooting, "Fuel Flow is High"
Rail Pump Flow
E2089(1) Oil
Renewal System Troubleshooting, "Oil Renewal - Test"
Cannot Operate
E2112(1) Low
Engine Coolant Troubleshooting, "Coolant Pressure Is Low"
Pressure
E2143(2) Low The coolant level is below the specified level. Check the level of the engine
Engine Coolant coolant. If necessary, add coolant to the cooling system and return the engine to
Level service. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for details.

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E2143(3) Low If an electrical problem is suspected with the cooling system, refer to
Engine Coolant Troubleshooting, "Coolant Level - Test" for details that are related to
Level troubleshooting the coolant level switch.

E2172(1) Low Fuel

Transfer Pump Inlet Troubleshooting, "Fuel Transfer Pump Inlet Pressure Is Low"
Pressure

Parts of the Event Code

Event Code - The "E" identifies the code as an event code. The "XXX(X)" represents a numeric identifier
for the event code. The fourth "(X)" assigns one of three levels to the active event code according to the
severity of the abnormal system condition. A description of the code follows. Refer to the following
example:

• E360(1) Low Oil Pressure

• E360(2) Low Oil Pressure

• E360(3) Low Oil Pressure

The definition for the levels of severity for an event are defined below:

Table 2
Indicators (1), (2), and (3)
Warning Category Indicator Severity
(1) Least Severe
(2) Moderate Severity
(3) Most Severe

Active Event Codes

An active event code represents a problem with engine operation. Correct the problem as soon as possible.

Active event codes are listed in ascending numerical order. The code with the lowest number is listed first.

Illustration 1 is an example of the operating range of a sensor.

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Illustration 1 g01365757

Example of the typical operating range of a sensor

(1) This area represents the normal operating range of the engine parameter.

(2) In these areas, the engine is operating in an unsafe operating range of the monitored parameter. An event code will be
generated for the monitored parameter. The sensor circuit does not have an electronic problem.

(3) In these areas, the signal from the sensor is outside of the operating range of the sensor. The sensor circuit has an electronic
problem. A diagnostic code will be generated for the sensor circuit. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diagnostic Trouble Codes" for
additional information on diagnostic codes.

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Logged Event Codes

When the ECM generates an event code, the ECM may log the event code in permanent memory. The ECM
has an internal diagnostic clock. The ECM will record the following information when an event code is
generated:

• The hour of the first occurrence of the code

• The hour of the last occurrence of the code

• The number of occurrences of the code

Logged events are listed in chronological order. The most recent event code is listed first.

This information can be helpful for troubleshooting intermittent problems. Logged codes can also be used to
review the performance of the engine.

Clearing Event Codes

A code is cleared from memory when one of the following conditions occur:

• The code does not recur for 100 hours.

• A new code is logged and there are already ten codes in memory. In this case, the oldest code is
cleared.

• The service technician manually clears the code.

Always clear logged event codes after investigating and correcting the problem which generated the code.

Troubleshooting
For basic troubleshooting of the engine, perform the following steps in order to diagnose a malfunction:

1. Obtain the following information about the complaint:

◦ The event and the time of the event

◦ Determine the conditions for the event. The conditions will include the engine rpm and the load.

◦ Determine if there are any systems that were installed by the dealer or by the customer that could
cause the event.

◦ Determine whether any additional events occurred.

2. Verify that the complaint is not due to normal engine operation. Verify that the complaint is not due to
error of the operator.

3. Narrow the probable cause. Consider the operator information, the conditions of operation, and the
history of the engine.

4. Perform a visual inspection. Inspect the following items:

◦ Fuel supply

◦ Oil level

◦ Oil supply

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◦ Wiring

◦ Connectors

Be sure to check the connectors. An important step for intermittent problems is to confirm the connectors are
in good repair. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect".

If these steps do not resolve the problem, refer to Table 1 for the procedure to troubleshoot the event code.

Machine Response to Active Event Codes

The Advisor panel is used to notify the operator of an immediate problem or of an impending problem. An
abnormal condition that is detected by the engine ECM is communicated over the Cat Data Link to the
monitoring system. The following warning indicators are used by the monitoring system in order to
communicate the levels of severity that are reported by the engine ECM:

• Check engine lamp

• Action lamp and Advisor message

• Action alarm

The following table summarizes the relationship between the levels of severity reported by the ECM and the
actions that are taken by the monitoring system.

Table 3
VIMS Service Warning for the Engine System
Warning Category Check Engine Lamp Action Lamp
Action Alarm
Indicator Advisor message
The lamp is
(1) Off Off
illuminated.
The lamp will flash.
The lamp is
(2) Advisor displays a warning Off
illuminated.
message.
The lamp will flash.
The lamp is The alarm will
(3) (1)
Advisor displays a warning
illuminated. sound.
message.
(1)
The VIMS may also perform an engine shutdown for some level 3 warnings that are reported by the engine ECM. This
shutdown will only be performed if the vehicle speed is equal to zero rpm and the parking brake has been engaged.

Parameter Settings of the Engine Monitoring System

The default settings for the parameters are programmed at the factory. The parameter settings for the engine
monitoring system can be viewed on Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). For information that is related
to the engine monitoring system, refer to Troubleshooting, "Engine Monitoring System".

Table 4
Trip Points for the Monitoring System
Level of Delay
Trip Point and Enabling Derate
Event Code Severity Time in
Conditions (%)
Seconds

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The circuit for the oil level switch

that is for low oil level is open.
This event is enabled when the
(2) 3
keyswitch is turned to the ON
position. The event is disabled
E072 Oil Level Low after the engine has started. N/A
Mark
The circuit for the oil level switch
that is for low oil level is open.
(3) (1) This event is enabled 17 seconds 20
after the engine has been started.

E096 High Fuel

(1) 8 N/A
Pressure 900 kPa (131 psi)

E099 Engine Oil 150 kPa (22 psi)

Filter Restriction This event is enabled 15 seconds
(2) 10 N/A
Warning after the engine oil temperature
( C175-16) has exceeded
20 °C (68 °F).

E099 Engine Oil 180 kPa (26 psi)

Filter Restriction This event is enabled 15 seconds
(2) 10 N/A
Warning after the engine oil temperature
( C175-20) has exceeded
20 °C (68 °F).

4 kPa (0.6 psi)

E101 High
This event is enabled 15 seconds
Crankcase Pressure (1) 5 N/A
after the coolant temperature has
Warning
exceeded
15 °C (59 °F).

(1) N/A
108 °C (226 °F)
E197 High Engine Map Dependent
(2) 15
Oil Temperature 110 °C (230 °F) Values

(3) N/A
115 °C (239 °F)
(1) Refer to the control map for low N/A
E198 Low Fuel
fuel pressure in Illustration 2 for 10 Map Dependent
Pressure (2) details. Values

70 °C (158 °F)
E199 Low Coolant In order to enable this event, the
(1) engine must be running for ten 120 N/A
Temperature
minutes and the coolant
temperature must exceed
75° C (167° F) before the

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temperature returns to the trip

point.
E232 High (1) 40 N/A
Fuel/Water
The switch has opened.
Separator Water
Level (2) 3600 35

E233 Low Engine

(2) 45 N/A
Pre-lube Pressure 48 kPa (7 psi)

E245 High Right (2) 25

725 °C (1340 °F)
Turbo Turbine Inlet 5
Temperature (3) N/A
805° C (1480° F)

E246 High Left (2) 25

725 °C (1340 °F)
Turbo Turbine Inlet 5
Temperature (3) N/A
805° C (1480° F)
E278 High Exhaust
Differential (2) (2)
N/A
50° C (122° F)
Temperature

(1) Refer to the control map for low 8 N/A

E360 Low Engine
oil pressure in Illustration 3 for
Oil Pressure (3) (1) 4 35
details.

(1) N/A
100 °C (212 °F)
E361 High Engine
Map Dependent
Coolant (2) 10
101 °C (214 °F) Values
Temperature
(3) (1) N/A
110 °C (230 °F)
(1) 2250 rpm
The ECM disables
E362 Engine
(2) 2325 rpm 0.6 injection above the
Overspeed
trip point.
(3) 2400 rpm

(1) 120 N/A

E390 Fuel Filter 105 kPa (15 psi)
Restriction
(2) 300 35
124 kPa (18 psi)
E396 High Fuel Rail
(1) (3)
N/A N/A
Pressure
E398 Low Fuel Rail
(2) (3)
N/A 100
Pressure

(1) 8 N/A
80 °C (176 °F)

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E539 High Intake

Manifold Air (2) 30
90 °C (194 °F)
Temperature
E583 High Air Inlet (1) Map Dependent
#1 Differential (2)

(2) 7.5 kPa (1.1 psi) Values

Pressure
E584 High Air Inlet (1) Map Dependent
#2 Differential (2)

(2) 7.5 kPa (1.1 psi) Values

Pressure
E585 High Air Inlet (1) Map Dependent
#3 Differential (2)

(2) 7.5 kPa (1.1 psi) Values

Pressure
E586 High Air Inlet (1) Map Dependent
#4 Differential (2)

(2) 7.5 kPa (1.1 psi) Values

Pressure
The engine ECM
E678 Ground Level disables fuel
(3) The ground level switch is on. N/A
Shutdown injection to the
engine.
E770 High Fuel Rail Map Dependent
(2) 15
Temperature 100 °C (212 °F) Values
E1044 High Intake (1) (3)

Manifold Pressure 8 25
(2) (3)

E1106 High Fuel

(2) (3)
10 N/A
Rail Pump Flow
The ECM detects a fault in the
circuit for the oil renewal
solenoid.
or
The ECM detects a fault in the
circuit for the coolant
E2089 Oil Renewal
temperature sensor.
System Cannot (1) N/A N/A
or
Operate
The ECM detects a fault in the
circuit for the fuel level sensor.
or
The ECM detects a fault in the
circuit for the oil pressure sensor.

Refer to the control map for low

E2112 Low Engine
(1) coolant pressure in Illustration 4 10 N/A
Coolant Pressure
for details.
The circuit for the engine coolant
level switch is open.
E2143 Low Engine
(2) This event is enabled when the 3 N/A
Coolant Level
keyswitch is turned to the ON
position.

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The circuit for the engine coolant

level switch is open.
(3) (1) This event is enabled 17 seconds 12
after the engine has been started.

E2172 Low Fuel

Transfer Pump Inlet (1) 60 N/A
−50 kPa (−7 psi)
Pressure
(1)
The VIMS will perform an engine shutdown when the vehicle speed is equal to zero mph and the parking brake has been
engaged.
(2)
The delay time for this event is dependent on the severity of the condition.
(3)
This code does not have a specific trip point. Several factors determine when the code is tripped.

Illustration 2 g02173843

Control map for low fuel pressure

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Illustration 3 g01594813

Control map for low oil pressure

Illustration 4 g01594957

Control map for the low coolant pressure

Separate timers are used in the ECM for each response that is associated with a parameter. If a trip point is
reached, the timer for that event is started.

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