21/09/2018 G3516H Generator Set GLN00001-UP(SEBP7018 - 17) - Documentation

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Troubleshooting
G3500H Generator Set Engine
Media Number -M0074324-01 Publication Date -01/09/2018 Date Updated -17/09/2018

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Fuel Metering Valve - Test - TecJet Valve

SMCS - 1264-038; 1741-038

Use this procedure to troubleshoot a problem with the fuel metering valve. Also, use this procedure if one of
the following diagnostic codes is active or easily repeated.

Table 1
J1939 Code and Description Comments

633-8
The ECM has been notified by the fuel metering valve that
Engine Fuel Actuator 1 Control Command :
the PWM circuit is outside the acceptable range or erratic.
Abnormal Frequency, Pulse Width, or
The code is logged.
Period

633-13 The fuel metering valve is unable to determine a valid

Engine Fuel Actuator 1 Control Command : calibration value.
Out of Calibration The code is logged.
5418-7 The ECM has been notified by the fuel metering valve that
Engine Fuel Actuator #1 : Not Responding the valve is not able to reach the commanded valve
Properly position.
5418-11
The ECM has been notified by the fuel metering valve that
Engine Fuel Actuator #1 : Other Failure
an internal failure has occurred.
Mode
5418-12 The ECM has been notified by the fuel metering valve that
Engine Fuel Actuator #1 : Failure an internal failure has occurred.

The fuel metering valve is an electronic gas valve that controls the flow of fuel to the engine. The fuel
metering valve works with the engine ECM to ensure the correct flow of gas in all conditions of engine
operation.

The ECM sends the desired fuel flow and specific gravity of the gas to the fuel metering valve. The fuel
metering valve converts the command signal and the information into a valve position that directly
corresponds to the desired gas flow. The position of the fuel metering valve is compensated by these
additional factors that are internal to the valve:

A signal for absolute fuel pressure

Differential pressure across the valve

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Fuel temperature sensors

The ECM and the fuel metering valve communicate via the CAN data link. The ECM sends a command
signal to the fuel metering valve. The fuel metering valve sends the following information to the ECM:
desired valve position, actual valve position, and internal fault diagnosis.

If the ECM cannot communicate with the fuel metering valve, the ECM activates a 1442-9 diagnostic code.
The problem may be with the power supply to the fuel metering valve. This code may be generated for an
intermittent problem. After checking the power circuit for the fuel metering valve, refer to Troubleshooting,
"CAN Data Link - Test" for information that is related to troubleshooting the data link circuitry.

Self-diagnostic Function

If an internal fault is detected by the fuel metering valve, the condition is communicated via the CAN data
link. The ECM activates a 5418-12 diagnostic code. The most likely cause of a 5418-12 diagnostic code is an
electrical problem or a mechanical problem within the fuel metering valve.

For a logged 5418-7 or 5418-11, ensure that the ambient temperature around the actuator and valve assembly
is above −40° C (−40° F). If the engine is being operated in colder ambient temperatures, take the
appropriate measures that will increase the ambient temperature around the engine. If the ambient
temperature is OK, cycle the power to the engine. Place the engine control switch in the "STOP" position.
Allow sufficient time for the actuator to calibrate. If one of these codes become active during the calibration
attempt, there may be a mechanical problem with the valve mechanism. Remove the valve mechanism from
the engine. Check for dirt, debris, and blockage in the piping for the fuel system. Replace the fuel metering
valve as necessary.

Communications

The ECM sends the following information to the fuel metering valve via the CAN data link:

The specific gravity of the fuel

PWM signal for desired fuel flow

The fuel metering valve sends the following information to the ECM via the CAN data link:

Position of the fuel valve

Absolute fuel pressure

Differential pressure across the valve

Fuel temperature

If the ECM and the fuel metering valve cannot communicate via the CAN data link, a 5418-9 diagnostic
code is activated. If the engine is running, the fuel metering valve will use the command signal from the
PWM signal. The engine will continue to run. However, if the engine is not running and a 5418-9 diagnostic
code becomes active, the ECM will not allow the engine to start.

PWM Signal

The ECM sends the command signal for the fuel flow via a PWM signal. If the PWM signal for the flow of
fuel is interrupted, a 633-8 diagnostic code will be activated. The fuel metering valve will use the command
signal for the fuel flow via the CAN data link.

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Illustration 1 g06137492
For the complete circuit details, refer to the full schematic.

Table 2
Troubleshooting Test Steps Values Results

Result: A -7 code, -11 code, or -12 code active.

1. Check for Codes Repair: Replace the fuel metering valve.

A. Connect Cat® Electronic Technician Result: A -8 code is active.

(ET) to the service tool connector. Codes
Proceed to Test Step 2.
B. Determine if a code is active or
logged. Result: A -13 code is active.

Proceed to Test Step 5.

2. Check the Wiring Harness for an Open Result: Both measurements were less than 10
Open Circuit Circuit ohms between the connector terminals.

A. Turn the main disconnect switch to Proceed to Test Step 3.

the OFF position.
Result: One or more of the measurements were
B. Disconnect the A--C1 and A-C2 greater than 10 ohms between the connector
wiring harness connector from the terminals.
Electronic Control Module (ECM).
Repair: An open circuit has been detected.
C. Disconnect the fuel metering valve Repair or replace the wiring harness.
connector.
If the problem is not resolved, proceed to Test
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D. Measure the resistance between the Step 3.

following locations:

- Terminal K (PWM +) of the fuel

metering valve connector and terminal 1
of the A-C2 ECM connector
- Terminal L (PWM -) of the fuel
metering valve connector and terminal
67 of the A-C1 ECM connector.

3. Check the Wiring Harness for a

Short Circuit

A. Turn the main disconnect switch to

Result: Both measurements were greater than
the OFF position.
100 K ohms between the fuel metering valve
connector terminal and engine ground.
B. Disconnect the A-C1 and A-C2
wiring harness connector from the
Proceed to Test Step 4.
ECM.
Result:One or more of the measurements were
C. Disconnect the fuel metering valve Short
less than 100 K ohms between the fuel metering
connector. Circuit
valve connector terminal and engine ground.
D. Measure the resistance between the
Repair: There is a short circuit in the wiring
following locations:
harness. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
- Terminal K (PWM +) of the fuel
If the problem is not resolved, proceed to Test
metering valve connector and Engine
Step 4.
ground
- Terminal L (PWM -) of the fuel
metering valve connector and Engine
ground

4. Check the Wiring for a Short Short Result: One or more of the measurements were
Circuit Circuit less than 100 K ohms between a connector
terminals and any other terminal in the ECM
A. Turn the main disconnect switch to connector.
the OFF position.
Repair: There is a short circuit in the wiring
B. Disconnect the A-C1 and A-C2 harness. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
wiring harness connector from the
ECM. Verify that the repair eliminated the problem.

C. Disconnect the fuel metering valve

connector.

D. Measure the resistance between the

following connector terminals:

-Connector A-C2 terminal 1 (PWM +)

and all other ECM connector terminals.
- Connector A-C1 terminal 5 (Digital
Return) and all other terminals of the

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ECM connector.

Result: The "Fuel Specific Heat Ratio" and "Gas

Specific Gravity" parameters are programmed in
5. Check the ECM Programmable the ECM.
Parameters
Proceed to Test Step 6.
A. Connect Cat ET.
Result: The "Fuel Specific Heat Ratio" and "Gas
B. Use Cat ET to verify that the Parameters Specific Gravity" parameters are not programmed
following programmable parameters are in the ECM.
programmed:
Repair: Input the parameters. Refer to
- Fuel Specific Heat Ratio Troubleshooting, "Configuration Parameters" for
- Gas Specific Gravity additional information.

Proceed to Test Step 6.

Result: The "Fuel Specific Heat Ratio" and "Gas

Specific Gravity" parameters are programmed in
the ECM and the -13 code is logged.

Return to service.
6. Power Cycle the ECM
Result: The "Fuel Specific Heat Ratio" and "Gas
A. Turn the main disconnect switch to
Specific Gravity" parameters are programmed in
the OFF position.
the ECM and the -13 code is still active.
Parameters
B. Wait for 1 minute.
Proceed to Test Step 7.
C. Turn the main disconnect switch to
Result: One or more of the parameters are not
the ON position.
programmed.

Repair: Replace the ECM. Refer to

Troubleshooting, "ECM - Replace" for additional
information.

Result: The -13 code is no longer active.

7. Ensure that the latest Flash File
Software is Installed in the ECM Return to service.

A. Connect Cat ET. Flash File Result: The -13 is still active.

B. Use Cat ET to verify that the correct Repair: Replace the fuel metering valve.
flash file is being used.
Verify that the repair eliminated the problem.

If the procedure did not correct the issue, contact your Cat dealer Technical Communicator (TC). For further
assistance, your TC can confer with the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN).

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