Service Manual Trucks: Fault Codes Vehicle Control Unit (VECU) MID 144

Service Manual
Trucks
Group 36
Release 04
Fault codes vehicle control unit (VECU)
MID 144
VERSION2
20 025485
Foreword
The descriptions and service procedures contained in this manual are based on designs
and methods studies carried out up to September 05.
The products are under continuous development. Vehicles and components produced
after the above date may therefore have different specifications and repair methods.
When this is judged to have a significant bearing on this manual, supplementary service
bulletins will be issued to cover the changes.
The new edition of this manual will update the changes.
In service procedures where the title incorporates an operation number, this is a

reference to V.S.T. (Volvo Standard Times).
Service procedures which do not include an operation number in the title are for general
information and no reference is made to V.S.T.
The following levels of observations, cautions and warnings are used in this Service
Documentation:
Note: Indicates a procedure, practice, or condition that must be followed in order to have
the vehicle or component function in the manner intended.
Caution: Indicates an unsafe practice where damage to the product could occur.
Warning: Indicates an unsafe practice where personal injury or severe damage to the
product could occur.
Danger: Indicates an unsafe practice where serious personal injury or death could occur.
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Göteborg, Sweden
Order number: 20 025485

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ENG16820
Contents
General ........................................................................ 2 MID 144 PPID 145 Dynafleet button ...................... 105
Location of components, VECU ................................. 2 MID 144 PPID 145 Switch Dynafleet, check .......... 105
MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed sensor supply ... 110
Specifications ............................................................. 3
MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed sensor supply,
Vehicle ECU, signal descriptions ................................ 3
check ...................................................................... 111
Tools .......................................................................... 13 MID 144 PPID 279 Air drier, dry agent reservoir .... 113
Special tools ............................................................. 13 MID 144 PPID 312 Air drier, regeneration .............. 114
Other special equipment .......................................... 14 MID 144 PPID 430 Air drier, regeneration .............. 117
Malfunction ............................................................... 15 MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1 ............... 118
MID 144 Vehicle control unit, fault codes ................. 15 MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1, check .... 119
MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure .................... 19 MID 144 SID 231 SAE J1939 Control link .............. 123
MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure, check ........ 22 MID 144 SID 240 Programme memory .................. 124
MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed ................................. 26 MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch ............ 125
MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed, check ..................... 29 MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch, check . 126
MID 144 PID 86 Cruise control, set speed ............... 33 MID 144 SID 250 SAE J1708 Information link ....... 130
MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage MID 144 SID 253 Calibration memory EEPROM ... 131
position ..................................................................... 34 MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch .......... 133
MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch, check 134
position, check .......................................................... 37 MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2 ................. 138
MID 144 PID 150 PTO output ................................... 42 MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2, check ..... 140
MID 144 PID 150 Power take-off output, check ........ 43 MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever .................. 144
MID 144 PID 152 VECU, number of resets .............. 45 MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever, check ....... 146
MID 144 PPID 3 Startrelay output ............................ 46 MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal ................. 152
MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch ............................ 47 MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal, check ...... 154
MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch, check ................ 48 MID 144 PSID 21 CAN1 ......................................... 156
MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch ..... 51 MID 144 PSID 22 CAN2 ......................................... 157
MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch, MID 144 PSID 25 Air leakage ................................ 158
check ........................................................................ 52 MID 144 PSID 200 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply ................ 54 interruption, engine control unit .............................. 159
MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply, check ..... 56 MID 144 PSID 202 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder, interruption, instrument control unit ........................ 160
switches supply ........................................................ 67 MID 144 PSID 204 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder, interruption, brake control unit ................................ 161
supply switch, check ................................................. 68 MID 144 PSID 205 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder, interruption, gearbox control unit ............................ 162
supply sensors ......................................................... 76 MID 144 PSID 208 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder, interruption, air suspension control unit .................. 163
supply sensors, check .............................................. 78 MID 144 PSID 210 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply ....... 87 interruption, external lighting control unit ................ 164
MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply, MID 144 PSID 211 SAE J1939 Data link
check ........................................................................ 89 interruption, collision avoidance control unit ........... 166
MID 144 PPID 74 EECU/VECU Supply ................... 93 MID 144 PSID 212 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 74 Power supply EECU/VECU , interruption, tachograph control unit ....................... 167
check ........................................................................ 95 MID 144 PSID 214 SAE J1939 Data link
MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve interruption, body builder control unit ..................... 168
status ........................................................................ 97 MID 144 PSID 230 Software fault ........................... 169
MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve MID 144 PSID 232 J1939-2 Control link ................ 170
status, check ............................................................. 99
Feedback
MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1,
status ...................................................................... 101 Operation Numbers
MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1
status, check ........................................................... 103
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Group 36 Fault codes vehicle control unit (VECU), MID 144 General
General
Location of components, VECU
T3015744
A17 Vehicle control unit (VECU)
PA Connector connecting PA1- 30
PB Connector connecting PB1- 30
PC Connector information link SAE J1708 and control link SAE J1939
Note: See each respective (P)PID/(P)SID for location of components.
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Group 36 Fault codes vehicle control unit (VECU), MID 144 Specifications
Specifications
Vehicle ECU, signal descriptions
Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected between control unit
and cable harness, connector PA
Conditions: • The ignition key in the drive position.
• Measurement box 9998699 and adapter 9990062, • Engine stationary.

9813194 connected between the vehicle control unit
connector PA and cable harness. • Voltage measurement using a multimeter.
• Control unit connected.
U = DC current in volts (V)
Ubat = battery voltage
T0008364
Hook up Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

points
PA1 Cruise control SET-/COAST PA1 - PA12 U≈0V
U ≈ Ubat (SET- active)
PA2 Cruise control SET+/ACCELERA- PA2 - PA12 U≈0V
TION U ≈ Ubat (SET- active)
PA3 Cruise control, ON/OFF PA3 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (OFF)
U ≈ Ubat (ON)
PA4 Switch, draining water separator PA4 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (OFF)
U ≈ Ubat (ON)
PA5 Brake pedal PA5 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat Does not
U ≈ 0 V (brake pedal depressed) apply for
EBS-vehicles
of later
specification.
PA6 Starting switch, start position PA6 - PA12 U≈0V
U ≈ Ubat (starter key in start
position)
PA7 Starting switch, pre-heating position PA7 - PA12 U≈0V
U ≈ Ubat (starter key in pre-heating
position)
PA8 Clutch pedal PA8 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
U ≈ 0 V (clutch pedal depressed)
PA9
PA10
PA11 Outputs, starter relay. PA11 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (ON)
U ≈ Ubat(OFF)
PA12 Earth connection, vehicle control PA12 - earth U≈0V
unit
PA13 Supply voltage, vehicle control unit PA13 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (starter key in stop position)
U ≈ Ubat (starter key in drive
position)
PA14 Starter key, drive position PA14 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (starter key in stop position)
position)
3
Hook up Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

points
PA15 J 1939 CAN 2 PA15 - PA12 U ≈ 2.5V
PA16 J 1939 CAN 2 PA16 - PA12 U ≈ 2.5V
PA17
PA18 Idle validation switch 2 PA18 - PA12 U≈0V Applies to
U ≈ Ubat (accelerator depressed) vehicle with
Geartronic,
Powertronic
and I-shift
PA19
PA20 Exhaust brake, switch VCB / PA20 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (switch in 0-position)
retarder, switch SET+ U ≈ Ubat (switch exhaust brake in
position 2 (VCB) or switch retarder,
SET+ active)
PA21 Exhaust brake, switch EPG / PA21 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (switch in 0-position)
retarder, switch SET- U ≈ Ubat (switch exhaust brake in
position 1 (EPG) or switch retarder,
SET-active)
PA22 EOL
PA23 Idle validation switch 1 PA23 - PA12 U≈0V
U ≈ Ubat (accelerator depressed)
PA24 Air conditioning, status switch PA24 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (switch air conditioning,
inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (switch air conditioning
active and switch fan in position 1)
PA25
PA26
PA27
PA28 De-activate exhaust brake, ABS
signal
PA29 Power take-off, switch
PA30 Cruise control, RESUME PA30 - PA12 U≈0V
U ≈ Ubat (RESUME active)
4
Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected between control unit

and cable harness, connector PB
Conditions: • Control unit connected.
• Measurement box 9998699 and adapter 9990062, • The ignition key in the drive position.
connector PB and cable harness. • Engine stationary.
• Measurement box 9998699 and adapter 9990062, • Voltage measurement using a multimeter.
connector PA and cable harness.
T0008363
Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

ing points
PB1 Solenoid valve, regeneration PB1 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (output active,
regeneration valve open)
U ≈ Ubat (output inactive,
regeneration valve closed)
PB2 Incorrect gear inhibitor 3/1, relay PB2 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat The relay
U ≈ 0 - 2 V (earth connection PB2, is activated
listen for relay click) at approx.
15 km/h.
PB3
PB4 Solenoid valve, compressor PB4 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (output active, compressor
control inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (output inactive,
compressor active)
PB5 Supply voltage: PB5 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
• Switch, cruise control
• Switch exhaust brake/retarder

(SET+/-)
PB6 Vehicle speed PB6 - PA12 U ≈ 0.3 V (min) - 9.5 V (max) The
measurement
requires that
the outgoing
axle from
the gearbox
is rotating.
Measure signal
voltage min and
max values
PB7
PB8 Accelerator pedal, position PB8 - PA12 U ≈ 0.4 - 0.6 V (no accelerator)
U ≈ 2.6 - 3.8 V (full accelerator)
U ≈ 3.0 - 4.4 V (kick down)
PB9 Primary tank pressure PB9 - PA12 U ≈ 1.9 - 2.9 V (7 bar) The pressure
U ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 V (8 bar) can be
U ≈ 2.3 - 3.5 V (9 bar) calculated as
U ≈ 2.6 - 3.8 V (10 bar) follows:
U ≈ 2.7 - 4.1 V (11 bar) p = 3.75 x U -
U ≈ 3.0 - 4.4 V (12 bar) 1.875 (bar)
5

ing points
PB10 Supply voltage: PB10 - PA12 U ≈ 4.7 -5.3 V
• Accelerator pedal sensor
• Switch retarder
PB11 Parking brake, status PB11 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
U ≈ 0 V (parking brake applied)
PB12
PB13
PB14 Dynafleet switch PB 14 - PB23 Right U ≈ 3.1V
Left U ≈ 1.8V
Up U ≈ 1.2V
Down U ≈ 3.7V
Enter U ≈ 4.3V
Esc U ≈ 0.6V
Rest U ≈ 2.5V
PB15 Relay supply voltage, vehicle PB15 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (starter key in stop
control unit position)
U ≈ 0 - 1 V (starter key in drive
position)
PB16 Power take off signal PB16 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (inactive)
U ≈ 0 V (earth connection PB16,
listen for click from solenoid valve)
PB17 Buffered idle switch PB17 - PA12 U≈0V
U ≈ Ubat (accelerator depressed)
PB18 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve PB18 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (inactive) The solenoid
U ≈ 0 V (earth connection PB18, valve is
listen for click from gearbox) activated
at approx.
40 km/h.
PB19 Supply voltage: PB19 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
• Pedal switches
PB20
PB21 Low range indication, status PB21 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (low range active)
U ≈ 0 V (high range active or earth
PB18)
PB22 Earth connection: PB22 - PA12 U≈0V
• Accelerator pedal
• Retarder
PB23 Earth connection: PB23 - PA12 U≈0V
• Primary tank pressure sensor
• Dynafleet switch
PB24 Retarder, switch PB24 - PA12 U ≈ 0.3 - 0.7 V (position OFF)
U ≈ 1.0 - 1.6 V (position A)
U ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 V (position 1)
U ≈ 2.3 - 3.5 V (position 2)
U ≈ 2.9 - 4.4 V (position 3)
U ≈ 3.6 - 5.4 V (position B)
PB25 Voltage supply rev sensor PB25 - PA12 U ≈ 6.5 - 9V Without
tachograph
6

ing points
PB26 Supply voltage: PB26 - PA12 U ≈ 4.5 - 5.5 V
• Primary tank pressure sensor
PB27 Brake pressure regulated contact PB27 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
U ≈ 0 V (brake pedal depressed
and air pressure at > 1 bar)
PB28 Solenoid valve, self-steering axle PB28 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (inactive, closed)
U ≈ Ubat (active, open)
PB29 Pressure switch, compressor Leaf spring
charging suspension
PB30
7
Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected to cable harness,

connector PA
Conditions: • The ignition key in the off position (unless otherwise
stated in the table).
• Measurement box 9998699 and adapter 9990062,
9813194 connected to connector PB on cable harness. • Measure resistance using the multimeter (unless
otherwise stated in the table).
9998533 connected to connector PA on cable harness.
R = resistance in ohm ( )
T0008365

ing points
PA1 Cruise control SET-/COAST PA1 - PB5 R=∞
R≈0 (SET-active)
PA2 Cruise control SET+/ACCELERA- PA2 - PB5 R=∞
TION R≈0 (SET+ active)
PA3 Cruise control, ON/OFF PA3 - PB5 R = ∞ (OFF)
R≈0 (ON)
PA4
PA5 Brake pedal PA5 - PB19 R≈0 Does not
R = ∞ (brake pedal depressed) apply for
EBS-vehicles
of later
specification.
PA6 Starting switch, start position PA6 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (starter key in drive Voltage
position) measurement
U ≈ Ubat (starter key in start with
position) multimeter.
PA7 Starting switch, pre-heating position PA7 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (starter key in drive Voltage
U ≈ Ubat (starter key in pre-heating with
position) multimeter.
PA8 Clutch pedal PA8 - PB19 R≈0
R = ∞ (clutch pedal depressed)
PA9
PA10
PA11
PA12 Earth connection, vehicle control PA12 - earth R≈0
unit
PA13 Supply voltage, vehicle control unit PA13 - PA12 U≈0V Voltage
U ≈ Ubat (PB15 earth connection) measurement
with
multimeter.
PA14 Starter key, drive position PA14 - PA12 U≈0V Voltage
U ≈ Ubat (starter key in drive measurement
position) with
multimeter.
8

ing points
PA15 J 1939 CAN 2 PA15 - PA12 U≈3V Voltage
measurement
with
multimeter.
Starter key in
drive position
PA16 J 1939 CAN 2 PA16 - PA12 U≈2V Voltage
measurement
with
multimeter.
Starter key in
drive position
PA17
PA18 Idle validation switch 2 PA18 - PB19 R=∞ Applies to
R ≈ 30 - 100 (accelerator vehicle with
depressed) Geartronic,
Powertronic
and I-shift
PA19
PA20 Exhaust brake, switch VCB / PA20 - PB5 R=∞
retarder, switch SET+ R≈0 (switch exhaust brake in
SET+ active)
PA21 Exhaust brake, switch EPG / PA21 - PB5 R=∞
retarder, switch SET- R≈0 (switch exhaust brake in
SET- active)
PA22 EOL
PA23 Idle validation switch 1 PA23 - PB19 R=∞
R ≈ 20 - 90 (accelerator
depressed)
PA24 Air conditioning, status switch PA24 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (switch air conditioning, Voltage
inactive) measurement
U ≈ Ubat (switch air conditioning with
active and switch fan in position 1) multimeter.
Starter key in
drive position
PA25
PA26
PA27
PA28 De-activate exhaust brake, ABS
signal
PA29 Power take-off, switch
PA30 Cruise control, RESUME PA30 - PB5 R=∞
R≈0 (RESUME active)
9
Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected to cable harness,

connector PB
Conditions: • The ignition key in the off position (unless otherwise
stated in the table).
9998533 connected to connector PB on cable harness. • Measure resistance using the multimeter (unless
otherwise stated in the table).
9813194 connected to connector PA on cable harness.
R = resistance in ohm ( )
T0008365

ing points
PB1 Solenoid valve, regeneration PB1 - PA14 R ≈ 75 ± 5
PB2 Incorrect gear inhibitor 3/1, relay PB2 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (starter key in drive Voltage
U ≈ 0 V (starter key in drive with multimeter.
position, earth connection PB2,
listen for click from gearbox)
PB3
PB4 Solenoid valve, compressor PB4 - PA14 R ≈ 75 ± 5
control
PB5 Supply voltage: PB5 - PA1 R=∞
R≈0 (SET-active)
• Switch, cruise control
PB5 - PA2 R=∞
• Switch exhaust brake/retarder R≈0 (SET+ active)
(SET+/-)
PB5 - PA3 R = ∞ (OFF)
R≈0 (ON)
PB5 - PA21 R=∞
R≈0 (switch exhaust brake
in position 2 (VCB) or switch
retarder, SET+ active)
PB5 - PA22 R=∞
R≈0 (switch exhaust brake
in position 1 (VCB) or switch
retarder, SET- active)
PB5 - PA30 R=∞
PB6 Vehicle speed Non-relevant
measurement.
PB7
PB8 Accelerator pedal, position PB8 - PB22 R ≈ 1.0 - 2.0 k (no accelerator) Connector to
switch retarder
disconnected.
PB9 Primary tank pressure PB9 - PB23 R ≈ 30 - 60 k Connector
to switch
Dynafleet
disconnected.
10

ing points
PB10 Supply voltage: PB10 - PB22 Measurement at accelerator Connector to
pedal: accelerator
• Check of accelerator sensor R ≈ 3,2 - 4,8 k pedal/ switch
Measurement at switch retarder: retarder
• Switch retarder
R ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 k (position OFF) disconnected.
R ≈ 1.3 - 2.0 k (position A)
R ≈ 1.1 - 1.7 k (position 1)
R ≈ 0.9 - 1.4 k (position 2)
R ≈ 0.8 - 1.2 k (position 3)
R ≈ 0.7 - 1.1 k (position B)
PB11 Parking brake, status PB11 - PA12 R=∞
R≈0 (parking brake applied)
PB12
PB13
PB14 Dynafleet switch PB14 - PB23 R ≈ 170
(ESC activated)
R ≈ 400
(UP activated)
PB15 Relay, voltage supply vehicle PB15 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat Voltage
control unit U ≈ 0 V (earth connection PB15, measurement
listen for relay click) with multimeter.
Starter key in
drive position
PB16 Power take off signal PB16 - PA12 Key in drive position, PTO switch
active, earth connect PB 16, listen
for click from solenoid valve
PB17 Buffered idle switch PB17 - PA12 R ≈ 2.3 - 3.5 k
PB18 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve PB18 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (starter key in drive Voltage
position, earth connect PB18,
PB19 Supply voltage: PB19 - PA5 R≈0
R = ∞ (brake pedal depressed)
• Pedal switches
PB19 - PA8 R≈0
R = ∞ (clutch pedal depressed)
PB19 - PA18 R=∞
depressed)
PB19 - PA23 R=∞
depressed)
PB20
PB21 Low range indication, status PB21 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (starter key in drive
position)
position, earth connect PB18,
11

ing points
PB22 Earth connection: PB22 - PB8 R ≈ 1.0 - 2.0 k (no accelerator) Connector to
switch retarder
• Accelerator pedal disconnected.
• Retarder PB22 - PB10 Measurement at accelerator Connector to
pedal: switch retarder
R ≈ 3.2 - 4.8 k disconnected.
Measurement at retarder: Connector to
R ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 k (position OFF) accelerator
R ≈ 1.3 - 2.0 k (position A) pedal
R ≈ 1.1 - 1.7 k (position 1) disconnected.
R ≈ 0.9 - 1.4 k (position 2)
R ≈ 0.8 -1.2 k (position 3)
R ≈ 0.7 - 1.1 k (position B)
PB22 - PB24 R ≈ 1.0 - 1.4 k (position OFF) Connector to
R ≈ 0.9 - 1.3 k (position A) accelerator
R ≈ 0.8 - 1.2 k (position 1) pedal
R ≈ 0.7 - 1.1 k (position 3)
R ≈ 0.7 - 1.0 k (position B)
PB23 Earth connection: PB23 - PB9 R ≈ 30 - 60 k Connector
to switch
• Primary tank pressure sensor Dynafleet
disconnected.
PB23 - PB26 Connector
to pressure
sensor
disconnected.
PB24 Retarder, switch PB24 - PB22 R ≈ 1.0 - 1.4 k (position OFF) Connector to
R ≈ 0.9 - 1.3 k (position A) accelerator
R ≈ 0.8 - 1.2 k (position 1) pedal
R ≈ 0.7 - 1.1 k (position 3)
R ≈ 0.7 - 1.0 k (position B)
PB25 Voltage supply, road speed sensor Non-relevant
measurement.
PB26 Supply voltage: PB26 - PB23 Measurement at Dynafleet switch: Connector
to pressure
• Primary tank pressure sensor sensor
disconnected.
Measurement at pressure sensor: Dynafleet
R ≈ 8 - 12 k switch
disconnected
PB27 Brake pressure regulated contact PB27 - PA12 U ≈ 3.5 V - Ubat (starter key in Voltage
drive position) measurement
position, brake pedal depressed
and air pressure at > 1 bar)
PB28 Solenoid valve, self-steering axle
PB29 Pressure switch, compressor PB29 - PB12 R≈∞ Off
charging
R≈0 On
PB30
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Group 36 Fault codes vehicle control unit (VECU), MID 144 Tools
Tools
Special tools
9998295
9996899 Adapter between control unit or 9998505
Breakout box, 35-pin component and measurement Adapter
box 9996899
T3009611
9998533
Adapter between control unit, 9998534 9990062
connector PB, and measurement Adapter for DIN connector. Adapter
box 9990062
T0010202
T3015505
9990008 9998699 9998535

Test pin set Measurement box 62-pole. Adapter
13
Group 36 Fault codes vehicle control unit (VECU), MID 144 Tools
9998604
Adapter
Other special equipment
9813194
9510060 Adapter between control unit,
Multimeter connector PA, and measurement
box 9990062
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Group 36 Fault codes vehicle control unit (VECU), MID 144 Malfunction
Malfunction
MID 144 Vehicle control unit, fault codes
MID: SID:
Message Identification Description (control unit Subsystem Identification Description (component
identification). identification).
PID PSID:
Parameter Identification Description (parameter Proprietary Subsystem Identification Description (Volvo
identification (value)). unique component identification).
PPID: FMI:
Proprietary Parameter Identification Description (Volvo Failure Mode Identifier (fault type identification).
unique identification of parameter (value)).
For more complete information concerning these
designations, see service information group 000 “Vehicle
electronics”.
Fault code Component FMI Section

MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure 0, 1, 3, “MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure” page
4, 14 19
MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed 2, 14 “MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed” page 26
MID 144 PID 86 Cruise control, selected speed 14 “MID 144 PID 86 Cruise control, set speed”
page 33
MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal, percentage position 3, 4, 5, “MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage
6, 14 position” page 34
MID 144 PID 150 Power take off signal 4 “MID 144 PID 150 PTO output” page 42
MID 144 PID 152 Control unit, number of resets 12 “MID 144 PID 152 VECU, number of resets”
page 45
MID 144 PPID 3 Outputs, starter relay. 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 3 Startrelay output” page 46
MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder, switch 7 “MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch” page 47
MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle switch 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation
switch” page 51
MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply 4 “MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply”
page 54
MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder switches, 4 “MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder,
power supply switches supply” page 67
MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder, supply 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and
sensors retarder, supply sensors” page 76
MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank supply sensors 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors
supply” page 87
MID 144 PPID 74 Power supply VECU 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 74 EECU/VECU Supply” page
93
MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, status solenoid valve 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid
valve status” page 97
MID 144 PPID 79 Incorrect gear inhibitor 3/1, status 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor
solenoid valve 3/1, status” page 101
MID 144 PPID 145 Switch Dynafleet 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 145 Dynafleet button” page
105
MID 144 PPID 265 Road speed sensor, supply 3, 4 “MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed sensor
supply” page 110
MID 144 PPID 279 Air drier, desiccant holder 0 “MID 144 PPID 279 Air drier, dry agent
reservoir” page 113
15

MID 144 PPID 312 Air drier, regeneration 0, 7 “MID 144 PPID 312 Air drier, regeneration”
page 114
MID 144 PPID 430 Air drier, regeneration 0 “MID 144 PPID 430 Air drier, regeneration”
page 117
MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1 7 “MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1”
page 118
MID 144 SID 231 Control link SAE J1939 2 “MID 144 SID 231 SAE J1939 Control link”
page 123
MID 144 SID 240 Program memory 2 “MID 144 SID 240 Programme memory” page
124
MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control, set switch 7 “MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch”
page 125
MID 144 SID 250 Information link SAE J1708 2 “MID 144 SID 250 SAE J1708 Information link”
page 130
MID 144 SID 253 Calibration memory EEPROM 2, 13 “MID 144 SID 253 Calibration memory
EEPROM” page 131
MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder, set switch 7 “MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch”
page 133
MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2 7 “MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2” page
138
MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder, switch 3, 4 “MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever” page
144
MID 144 PSID 20 Power take off signal 3, 4 “MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal” page
152
MID 144 PSID 21 CAN1 4 “MID 144 PSID 21 CAN1” page 156
MID 144 PSID 22 CAN2 14 “MID 144 PSID 22 CAN2” page 157
MID 144 PSID 25 Air leakage 1 “MID 144 PSID 25 Air leakage” page 158
MID 144 PSID 200 Engine time-out 9 “MID 144 PSID 200 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, engine control unit” page 159
MID 144 PSID 202 Instrument time-out 9 “MID 144 PSID 202 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, instrument control unit” page 160
MID 144 PSID 204 EBS-time out 9 “MID 144 PSID 204 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, brake control unit” page 161
MID 144 PSID 205 Transmission time-out 9 “MID 144 PSID 205 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, gearbox control unit” page 162
MID 144 PSID 208 ECS-time out 9 “MID 144 PSID 208 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, air suspension control unit” page
163
MID 144 PSID 210 LCM-time out 9 “MID 144 PSID 210 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, external lighting control unit” page
164
MID 144 PSID 211 ACC time-out 9 “MID 144 PSID 211 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, collision avoidance control unit”
page 166
MID 144 PSID 212 Tachograph timeout 9 “MID 144 PSID 212 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, tachograph control unit” page 167
MID 144 PSID 214 BBM-time out 9 “MID 144 PSID 214 SAE J1939 Data link
interruption, body builder control unit” page
168
16

MID 144 PSID 230 Software error 4, 5, 12 “MID 144 PSID 230 Software fault” page 169
MID 144 PSID 232 J1939-2 Control link 2 “MID 144 PSID 232 J1939-2 Control link” page
170
17
FMI Table
SAE standard
FMI Display text SAE text
0 Too high value Data applicable, but above normal working range.
1 Too low value Data is valid, but below the normal working area.
2 Incorrect data Intermittent or incorrect data.
3 Electrical faults Abnormally high voltage or short circuit to higher voltage.
4 Electrical faults Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage.
5 Electrical faults Abnormally low current or open circuit.
6 Electrical faults Abnormally high current or short-circuit to earth.
7 Mechanical fault. Incorrect response from the mechanical system.
8 Mechanical or electrical Abnormal frequency.
fault
9 Communication fault Abnormal update rate.
10 Mechanical or electrical Abnormally large variations.
fault
11 Unknown fault Unidentifiable fault.
12 Component fault Faulty unit or component.
13 Incorrect calibration Calibration values outside limits
14 Unknown fault Special instructions.
15 Unknown fault Reserved for future use.
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MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure
General information
Note: Applies only to vehicles with air suspension.
Component: B06 Sensor, air pressure, air tank, primary

tank pressure sensor.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 0
Data applicable, but above normal working range.
Conditions for fault code:
• The fault code is set if the tank pressure is higher than
the maximum pressure for the system.
T3015740
Note: The fault code can only be read off if it is an active
fault.
Possible cause:
• The compressors relief mechanism is damaged
(blocked in load position).
• The cabling to the solenoid valve in the air drier for

compressor relief is damaged.
• The solenoid valve in the air drier for compressor relief

is damaged. (blocked).
• Faulty primary tank pressure sensor.

Reaction from the control unit:
• Fault code set.
Noticeable external symptoms:
• Yellow lamp lit at the same time as the icon for the air
system is lit in the display.
• System pressure is too high.

T3015699
• Safety valve on the air drier triggered.
Appropriate check:
• Check the points below Possible cause
• “MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure, check” page

22
• Perform VCADS Pro test 56186-2 “Air drier solenoid

valve, test”
FMI 1
Data is valid, but below the normal working area.
Early version
• If the vehicle control unit receives a signal from the

sensor that is lower than 3.1 V (corresponding to 9.7
bar), the control unit interprets this as a fault and a
fault code is set.
Later version

sensor that is lower than 2.6 V (corresponding to 8.0
bar), the control unit interprets this as a fault and a
fault code is set.
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Note: The fault code can only be read off if it is an active FMI 4
fault. Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage.
Possible cause: Conditions for fault code:
• Pressure too low. • If the vehicle control unit receives a signal from
the sensor that is lower than 0.5 V the control unit
• Air leakage or blockage in the system. interprets this as a fault and a fault code is set.
Reaction from the control unit: Possible cause:
• Fault code set.
• Break in supply cable.
Noticeable external symptoms: • Open circuit in signal lead.
• Yellow lamp lights.
• Signal lead short-circuited to earth.
Appropriate check:
• Sensor faulty.
• Switch resistance and oxidation.
22.
• Fault code set.

FMI 3
Abnormally high voltage or short circuit to higher voltage. • Yellow light requested.
Conditions for fault code: Noticeable external symptoms:
• If the vehicle control unit receives a signal from the • Yellow lamp lights.
sensor that is higher than 4.5 V (corresponding to 15
bar) the control unit interprets this as a fault and a fault
• The gauge for primary tank pressure remains
permanently at the min. position.
code is set.
Appropriate check:
Possible cause:
• Break in the earth lead. 22.
• Signal cable short-circuited to higher voltage.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.
• Yellow light requested.


Appropriate check:

22.
20
FMI 14
Special instructions.
• The fault code is set if the vehicle control unit requests

relief but the system pressure continues to rise.
Possible cause:
• The pneumatic lines from the air drier to the

compressor’s relief mechanism are damaged.
• The compressors relief mechanism is damaged

(blocked in load position).
• The cabling to the solenoid valve in the air drier for

compressor relief is damaged.
• The solenoid valve in the air drier for compressor relief

is damaged. (blocked).
• Faulty information from the primary tank pressure

sensor.
• Fault code set.
• System pressure is too high.
• Safety valve on the air drier triggered.
Appropriate check:
• Check the points below Possible cause:

valve, test”
21
36462-3
MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure, check
Special tools: 9998533, 9998534,
9990062/9998699
Other special equipment: 9510060
NOTE!
• Read off the other error codes for the vehicle control
unit.
• Disconnect vehicle power before separating the

connector blocks.
• Check the relevant connectors for loose connections,

contact resistance and oxidation when troubleshooting.
For a more detailed description of fault detection in
cables and connectors, see the separate service
information under group 371.
Measurement at the component

connector on the control unit
Note: Faults in the cable harness to the control unit can
damage the component. Therefore, if any measured
values deviate, check the component also.
Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• The connector to the sensor for primary tank pressure

disconnected.
• Connector to switch Dynafleet disconnected.
• Adapter connected to the control unit.
• Measure resistance using a multimeter.
• Ignition key in stop position.
• Measuring to control unit
Measurement points Expected value

4 - earth R≈0
9998534
9510060
22
Supply lead
2
Conditions:

disconnected.
• Voltage measurement using a multimeter.
• The ignition key in the drive position.

1 - 4 (to control unit) U ≈ 4,75 - 5,25 V
9998534
9510060
Signal lead
3
Conditions:

disconnected.

2 - 4 (to control unit) R ≈ 100 k
9998534
9510060
Cable harness
4
For checking the cable harness, see service information
under group 371.
23
Checking sub-systems
Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• Measurement box with adapter connected to the

control unit. PB and cable harness.

PB23 - earth R≈0
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Supply lead
2
Conditions:


PB26 - PB23 U ≈ 4,75 -5,25 V
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
24
Signal lead
3
Conditions:


PB9 - PB23 See table below
Pressure in primary tank Voltage PB9 - PB23

7 bar U ≈ 2.0 -2.8 V
8 bar U ≈ 2.2 -3.1 V
9 bar U ≈ 2.4 -3.4 V
10 bar U ≈ 2.7 -3.7 V
11 bar U ≈ 2.9 -4.0 V
12 bar U ≈ 3.2 - 4.3 V
For more exact checking values use the formula p = 3.75

x U -1.875, where p = pressure in primary tank and U =
voltage between pos. PB9 and pos. PB23.
Note: Applies to a feed voltage of 5.0 V.
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
25
MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed
General
The speed signal comes from the sensor on the gearbox.
Transferring and processing of the speed signal differ
depending on whether the vehicle is provided with a
tachograph or speedometer.
Component: B12 Sensor, tachograph/speedometer, A33

tachograph.
Cable harness: 1000, 1006, 1494
Error code for vehicles with a

tachograph
FMI 2
Intermittent or incorrect data.
• The two speed signals from the tachograph (SAE

J1939 CAN2 link and wiring to PB6) are compared with
each other and with the speed signal from the braking
system. If the difference is too great, a fault code is set.
T3015814
Note: Read off and rectify related fault codes from the
tachograph and ABS control unit first.
Possible cause:
• Fault in cable harness.
• Faulty signal from tachograph.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed, check” page 29.
T3015700
26
FMI 14
Unknown fault.
• Speed signal from tachograph updated incorrectly.
Note: Read off and rectify related fault codes from the
tachograph first.
Possible cause:
• Faulty signal from tachograph.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
27
Error code for vehicles with

speedometer
FMI 2
• If the speed signal from the speed sensor is missing but

the braking control system shows a speed, the control
system interprets this as a fault and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Break in the earth lead.

T3015756
• Open circuit in signal lead.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
T3015817
28
36463-3
MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed, check
Special tools: 9990008, 9998534
NOTE!
unit, tachograph and braking system.

connector blocks.

Tests that can be carried out in the

PC tool
The following tests can be used to examine component
function in more detail:
• “Cruise control switch, test”.
The test allows you to read the speed signal from the
vehicle control unit.

29
Tachograph
1
Conditions:
• The connector marked “B” on the rear of the

tachograph disconnected.
• Measurement with test prods connected to the cable

harness at connectors A and B for the tachograph.
• Starter key in position ON:

A4 - earth U ≈ 3.4 V
A8 - earth U ≈ 1.75 V
Conditions:

B7 - earth R ≈ 7 k–8 k
9990008
9812519
Speedometer
2
Note: The check below only applies to vehicles equipped
with a speedometer.
Conditions:
• The connector to the speed sensor disconnected.
• Adapter connected to the cable harness.

3-2 R ≈ 90 -130 k
9998534
9812519
30
3
Conditions:
• Adapter connected to the cable harness.

1-2 U ≈ 20 V - Ubat
9998534
9812519
Cable harness
4
under group 371.
Component check
Note: Faults in the component may be caused by faults in
the cable harness for the control unit. Therefore, carry
out a check of the cable harness before connecting a
new component.
Tachograph
Note: Read off and rectify fault codes for the tachograph.
Speedometer
Note: Non-relevant measurement.
Tachograph
1
Conditions:
• Measuring between tachograph and cable harness.
• Starter key in drive position

B7 - earth U ≈ 2.3 V
9990008
9812519
31
Speedometer
2
Conditions:
• Measuring box with adapter connected between speed

sensor and cable harness.
• Starting key in the stop position.

2 - earth R≈0
9998534
9812519
Supply lead
3
Conditions:


1-2 U ≈ 6.5 - 9 V
9998534
9812519
Signal lead
4
Conditions:


2-3 U ≈ 0.3 - 9.5 V
9998534
9812519
Verification
To check that the fault has been rectified, use the tests
in the PC tool (see “Tests that can be carried out in
the PC tool” page 29).
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MID 144 PID 86 Cruise control, set speed

General information
The control units share important information via data
link SAE J1939. This fault code indicates that the VECU
is not receiving information from the ACC, or that the
information being sent from the ACC is incorrect.
Fault code
FMI 14
Abnormal update rate.
• If the vehicle electronic control unit does not receive a

message from the automatic cruise control unit within
a certain time on data link SAE J1939, or that the
information being sent is incorrect, the VECU interprets
this as a fault and sets a fault code.
Possible cause:
• Fault in the SAE J1939 data link between the ACC

control unit and the VECU.
• Fault in the ACC control unit.
Appropriate check:
• Fault trace SAE J1939 data link, see service

information group 371 “Data link fault tracing”.
• Check the ACC, refer to service information Group 36.
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MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage position
General information
Component: B25 Sensor, accelerator pedal.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
Abnormally high voltage or short circuit to higher voltage.

sensor that is higher than 4.3 V the control unit
interprets this as a fault and an error code is set.
T3015743
Possible cause:
• Sensor faulty.
• Idle switch 1 faulty.
• Fault code set.

T3015702 Noticeable external symptoms:
Burndy
• The engine/the system does not respond to full

acceleration.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage

position, check” page 37.
T3018405
Deutz
34
FMI 4 FMI 5
Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage. Abnormally low current or open circuit.
Conditions for fault code: Conditions for fault code:
• If the vehicle control unit receives a signal from • If the vehicle electronic control unit receives a signal
the sensor that is lower than 0.4 V the control unit (low level) from the sensor that deviates from idling
interprets this as a fault and an error code is set. contact 1 and/or idling contact 2, the control unit
Possible cause:
Possible cause:
• Faulty sensor.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.


• Fault code set.

acceleration.
• Yellow lamp lights. Appropriate check:
acceleration. position, check” page 37.
Appropriate check:

position, check” page 37.
35
FMI 6 FMI 14
Abnormally high current or open circuit. Special instructions.
• If the vehicle electronic control unit receives a signal • If the vehicle electronic control unit registers a fault
(high level) from the sensor that deviates from idling in the feed line (PPID 72, FMI 3 or 4) the control unit
contact 1 and/or idling contact 2, the control unit interprets this as a fault and sets an error code.
Possible cause:
Possible cause:
• Fault on the feed line.
• Faulty sensor.
• Fault code set.
• Fault code set.
• Yellow lamp lit.
• Yellow lamp lights. acceleration.
• The engine/the system does not respond to full Appropriate check:

acceleration.
Appropriate check: position, check” page 37
• “MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage • “MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder,
position, check” page 37. supply sensors, check” page 78
36
36464-3
MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage position, check
Special tools: 9998533, 9996899, 9998295,
9990062/9998699, 9990180
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Accelerator pedal, contacts and sensors, test”.

Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• The connector to the accelerator pedal sensor

disconnected.

control unit.
• The connector to switch retarder disconnected (if the

vehicle is equipped with one).
Measurement Expected value

points
8 - earth R≈0 8533 (Burndy)
4 - earth R≈0 8602 (Deutz)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
37
Supply lead
2
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.


points
1 - 8 (to control U ≈ 4.6 - 5.4 V 8533 (Burndy)
unit)
6 - 4 (to control U ≈ 4.6 - 5.4 V 8602 (Deutz)
unit)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Signal lead
3
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.


points
2 - 8 (to control R ≈ 100 k 8533 (Burndy)
unit)
5 - 4 (to control R ≈ 100 k 8602 (Deutz)
unit)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
38
Cable harness
4
under group 371.
39
Component check
new component.
Check of accelerator sensor

1
Conditions:

disconnected.

accelerator pedal sensor.
• Measurement at the accelerator pedal sensor.

points
1-8 R≈3-5k 8533 Burndy
(6 - 4) (8602 Deutz)
2-8 R ≈ 0.75 - 2.0 k 8533 Burndy
(5 - 4) (no accelerator) (8602 Deutz)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Earth cable
1
Conditions:

• Measuring the resistance using the multimeter.

PB22 - earth R≈0
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
40
Supply lead
2
Conditions:


PB10 - PB22 U ≈ 4.6 - 5.4 V
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Signal lead
3
Conditions:


(Standard pedal)
PB8 - PB22 U ≈ 0.4 - 0.7 V (no
accelerator)
U ≈ 2.7 - 3.8 V (full
acceleration)

(Automatic)
PB8 - PB22 U ≈ 0.4 - 0.7 V (no
accelerator)
U ≈ 2.7 - 3.8 V (full
acceleration)
U ≈ 3.2 - 4.4 V (kickdown)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
41
MID 144 PID 150 PTO output
General information
Note: The parameters are set by the aftermarket body
builder
Component: Y18 solenoid valve, PTO.
Cable harness: 1401
Fault code
FMI 4
Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage.
• If the vehicle control unit registers a voltage lower than

2.3 V when the function is inactive, the control unit
Possible cause:
• Break in supply cable to the solenoid valve.
• Cable between solenoid valve and control unit

short-circuited to earth.
• Break in cable between solenoid valve and control unit.
• Faulty solenoid valve.

T3015913
• Fault code set.

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PID 150 Power take-off output, check” page

43.
T3015816
42
36441-3
MID 144 PID 150 Power take-off output, check
Special tools: 9998533, 9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• The connector to the solenoid valve disconnected.

PB16 R ≈ 3.4 M
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
43
Component check
new component.
Solenoid valve
1
Conditions:

• Switch, PTO active.
• Check of the solenoid valve.
Earth Checks
PB16 - earth Listen for a click from the
solenoid valve
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Earth cable
1
Conditions:


PB16 - PB22 U ≈ Ubat
U ≈ 0 V (earth connection
PB16, listen for click from
solenoid valve)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
44
MID 144 PID 152 VECU, number of resets
General information
The software in the vehicle control unit contains an
internal checking function that restarts the control unit
when there is a fault in the execution of the software. PID
152 contains information about how many such restarts
have been made.
Component: A17 Control unit, VECU (vehicle control

unit).
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 12
Faulty unit or component.
T3015744
• If an internal software fault occurs, the info code is set.
Possible cause:
• The system has been restarted due to an internal

software fault.
• Fault code set.
• The system is restarted.
45
MID 144 PPID 3 Startrelay output

General information Fault code
The VECU checks together with the EMS starter motor
relay. This fault code is set when something is wrong with FMI 4
the output from the VECU. Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage.
Fault code • Output not activated. Key not in starter motor position.
Possible cause:
FMI 3
Abnormally high voltage or short circuit to higher voltage. • Faulty relay.
Conditions for fault code: • Faulty cables.
• Excessively high current through the drive stage. The • Break in wiring.
output is short-circuited to battery voltage.
• Short-circuit to ground.
Possible cause:
• Faulty cables.
• Relay coil short-circuited.
• Starter motor activated.
• The fault becomes active when the output is activated.
• Protection function for the starter motor is inoperable,
Key in starter motor position.
there is a risk that the starter motor can be damaged.
• Fault code set.
• Red lamp requested.
Appropriate check:
• Acoustic signal requested.
• Check the cabling from the VECU (PA11) via the relay
Noticeable external symptoms: to the EMS.
• Starter motor is not activated when the key is in the

starter motor position.
• Red lamp lights.
• Acoustic signal loudspeaker
Appropriate check:
• Check the cabling from the VECU (PA11) via the relay
to the EMS.
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MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch
General information
Component: S07 Switch, engine brake, selector type,
S24 stalk switch, retarder, selector type.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 7
Incorrect response from the mechanical system.
T3015745
• If the vehicle control unit receives signals for PA20

active and PA21 inactive at the same time, it interprets
this as unrealistic and sets a fault code.
Possible cause:
• Faulty switch.

• Fault code set.

• The exhaust brake cannot be activated.

Appropriate check:
T3015704
• “MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch, check” page 48.
47
36446-3
MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch, check
Special tools: 9990008, 9990062/9998699
Other special equipment: 9813194, 9510060
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Auxiliary brakes, test”

Signal wiring, switch, engine brake

1
Note: The check below applies only to vehicles fitted
with engine brakes.
Conditions:
• The connector blocks to the engine brake switch

are separated.

2 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (VCB)
5 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (EPG)
9990008
9510060
48
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
Check of switch for engine brake

1
with engine brakes.
Conditions:

are separated.
• Measuring to engine brake switch.

1-5 R = ∞ (EPG inactive)
R≈0 (EPG active)
R≈0 (VCB active, if
vehicle is fitted with VCB)
1-2 R = ∞ (VCB and EPG
inactive, if vehicle is fitted
with VCB)
9990008
9510060
49
1
with engine brakes.
Conditions:
• Measurement box with adapter connected between

the control unit’s connector PA and the cable harness.

PA21 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (EPG inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (EPG active)
U ≈ Ubat (VCB active, if
PA20 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (VCB and EPG
with VCB)
9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060
Verification
50
MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch
General
The function allows the vehicle to be driven at increased
idling speed if a fault has occurred in the links to the
engine control unit.
Component: A14 control unit, EMS (Engine Management
System), A17 control unit, VECU (vehicle control unit).
Cable harness: 1030
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the output signal from the buffered idle switch

deviates from the input signal from idle switch 1, the
control unit interprets this as a fault and an error code
is set.
Note: The error code is set first when the accelerator
pedal is depressed.
Possible cause:
T3015746 • The signal cable is short-circuited to ground.
• Fault code set.

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch,

check” page 52.
FMI 4
• If the output signal from the buffered idle switch
deviates from the input signal from idle switch 1, the
control unit interprets this as a fault and an error code
is set.
T3015705
Note: The error code is set first when the accelerator
pedal is depressed.
Possible cause:

• Fault code set.


Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch,

check” page 52.
51
36465-3
MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch, check
Special tools: 9998505, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


Signal lead
1
Conditions:
• The engine control unit’s connector disconnected.
• Measurement box connected to the vehicle control unit.
• Measurement at the vehicle control unit.

EB4 - earth U ≈ 0 V (no acceleration)
U ≈ Ubat (full acceleration)
9998505
9510060
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
52
Component check
new component.
Buffered idle switch

1
Conditions:
• The engine control unit’s connector disconnected.
• Measurement box connected to the engine control unit.
• Measurement at the engine control unit.

EB4 - EB9 R ≈ 2.3 - 3.5 k
9998505
9510060
Note: If the measuring box 9998505 is already connected
to connector EB at the engine control unit, the check
can be carried out most easily from there. Connect
the measurement box between the engine control
unit’s connector EB and the cable harness. Connect a
multimeter to the measurement box and measure the
voltage (EB4 - EB9). See the expected values below.
Signal lead
1
Conditions:


PB17 - PB22 U ≈ 0 V (no acceleration)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
53
MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply
T3017114
T3015747 Burndy
T3017115
Early version
T3018409
Deutz
General information
Voltage supply to pedal switches.
Idle switch 1 and 2 function in parallel. Idle switch 2

replaces idle switch 1 in the event of a fault.
Note: Idle validation switch 2 is only on vehicles equipped
with Geartronic, Powertronic or I-shift.
Component: S58 position switch, clutch pedal, S59

position switch, brake pedal, B25 sensor, accelerator.
Cable harness: 1000
54
Fault code
FMI 4
Abnormally low voltage or short circuit to earth.

3.0 V on the supply cable, the control unit interprets
this as a fault and an error code is set.
Possible cause:
• Supply lead short-circuited to earth.
• Signal cable for idle switch 1 short-circuited to earth.
• Signal cable for idle switch 2 (if the vehicle isequipped

with Geartronic, Powertronic or I-shift) short-circuited
to earth.
• Signal cable for brake switch short-circuited to earth.
• Signal cable for clutch switch (if the vehicle is equipped

with clutch pedal) short-circuited to earth.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply, check”

page 56.
55
36466-3
MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply, check
Special tools: 9996899, 9998295, 9998533,
9990008, 9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool

• “Cruise control switch, test”
56
Supply cable, idle switch 1

1
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.
• The following other pedal connectors disconnected:

The brake pedal switch (two connections).
The clutch pedal switch (if the vehicle is equipped

with clutch pedal).
Note: Only early version
Idle switch 2 on the accelerator pedal (if the
vehicle isequipped with Geartronic, Powertronic
or I-shift).

points
4 - earth U ≈ Ubat 8533 Burndy
3 - earth U ≈ Ubat 8602 Deutz
9996899, 9998295
9510060
57
Signal cable, idle switch 1

2
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.

points
3 - earth R ≈ 2.46 - 8533 Burndy
3.14 k
1 - earth R ≈ 2.46 - 8602 Deutz
3.14 k
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Supply cable, brake pedal switch

3
Conditions:
• The connector to the brake pedal switch (two

connections) disconnected.

The accelerator pedal sensor.
with clutch pedal).

or I-shift).

“C” - earth U ≈ Ubat
“A1” - earth U ≈ Ubat
9990008
9510060
58
Signal cable, brake pedal switch

4
Conditions:


“NO” - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k
“B1” - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k
9990008
9510060
Supply cable, clutch pedal switch

5
Conditions:
• The connector to clutch pedal switch (two connections)

disconnected (if the vehicle is equipped with a clutch
pedal).


or I-shift).

“C” - earth U ≈ Ubat
“A1” - earth U ≈ Ubat
9990008
9510060
59
Signal cable, clutch pedal switch

6
Conditions:

pedal).

“NO” - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k
“B1” - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k
9990008
9510060
Supply cable, idle switch 2

7
Conditions:
• Note! Only early version

Connector for idle switch 2 on the accelerator
pedal disconnected (if the vehicle isequipped with
Geartronic, Powertronic or I-shift).

control unit.


with clutch pedal).

4 - ground (8533 Burndy) U ≈ Ubat
3 - ground (8602 Deutz) U ≈ Ubat
9996899, 9998295
9510060
60

8
Conditions:

disconnected.


control unit.

1 - earth R ≈ 2.46 - 3.14 k
7 - ground (8533 Burndy) R ≈ 2.46 - 3.14 k
2 - ground (8602 Deutz) R ≈ 2.46 - 3.14 k
9996899, 9998295
9510060
61
Cable harness
9
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
Idle validation switch 1

1
Conditions:

disconnected.


points
3-4 R = ∞ (no 8533 (Burndy)
acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -
150 (full
acceleration)
1-3 R = ∞ (no 8602 (Deutz)
acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -
150 (full
acceleration)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
62
Brake pedal switch

2
Conditions:

• Measurement at the brake pedal switch.

“C” - “NO” R≈0 (brake pedal not
depressed)
R = ∞ (brake pedal
depressed)
“A1” - “B1” R≈0 (brake pedal not
depressed)
R = ∞ (brake pedal
depressed)
9990008
9510060
Clutch pedal switch

3
Conditions:

pedal).
• Measurement at the clutch pedal switch.

“C” - “NO” R≈0 (clutch pedal not
depressed)
R = ∞ (clutch pedal
depressed)
“A1” - “B1” R≈0 (clutch pedal not
depressed)
R = ∞ (clutch pedal
depressed)
9990008
9510060
63

4
Conditions:

disconnected.

• Measurement box with adapter connected to idle

switch 2.
• Measurement at idle switch 2.

1-2 R = ∞ (no acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -150 (full
acceleration)
4 - 7 (8533 Burndy) R = ∞ (no acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -150 (full
acceleration)
3 - 2 (8602 Deutz) R = ∞ (no acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -150 (full
acceleration)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Supply cable, pedal switches
1
Conditions:



PB19 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
9998533, 9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060
64

2
Conditions:


PA23 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (no acceleration)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Signal cable, brake pedal switch

3
Conditions:


PA5 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (brake pedal not
depressed)
U ≈ 0 V (brake pedal
depressed)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
65
Signal cable, clutch pedal switch

4
Conditions:


PA8 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (clutch pedal not
depressed)
U ≈ 0 V (clutch pedal
depressed)
9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060

5
Conditions:


9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060
Verification
66
MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder, switches supply
General information
Power supply to switch for cruise control and engine
brake/retarder control.
Component: S07 Switch, engine brake, selector type,

S24 stalk switch, retarder, selector type, S25 switch unit,
cruise control.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 4
Possible cause:
• Supply lead short-circuited to earth.
• Signal cable for cruise control, SET+/SET-

/RESUME/ON, short-circuited to earth.
• Signal cable for engine brake switch (if the vehicle is

equipped with engine brake), EPG/VCB short-circuited
T3015748
to earth.
• Signal cable for retarder switch (if the vehicle is

equipped with a retarder), SET+/SET-, short-circuited
to earth.
• Faulty contact or switch.

• Fault code set.

• All functions in the cruise control cannot be used.
• All functions for exhaust brake/retarder cannot be used.
• The engine does not respond to full acceleration.

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder, supply
switch, check” page 68.
T3015707
67
36467-3
MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder, supply switch, check
Special tools: 9990008, 9990062/9998699,
9998533
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Auxiliary brakes, test”.

• “Engine brake function, test”.
Supply cable, switch, cruise control

1
Conditions:
• The connector to switch, cruise control disconnected.

control unit.
• The connector to switch engine brake disconnected (if

the vehicle is equipped with engine brake).
• The connector to switch, retarder disconnected (if the

vehicle is equipped with a retarder).
68

1 - earth U ≈ Ubat
9990008
9510060
Signal cable, switch, cruise control

2
Conditions:

control unit.

5 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET+)
3 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k
(RESUME)
2 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (ON)
4 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET-)
9990008
9510060
Supply cable, switch, engine brake

3
with engine brakes.
Conditions:

are separated.

9990008
9510060
69

4
with engine brakes.
Conditions:

are separated.

2 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (VCB)
5 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (EPG)
9990008
9510060
Supply cable, switch, retarder:

5
Note: The check below applies only to vehicles equipped
with retarder.
Conditions:
• The connector to switch, retarder disconnected.

control unit.

9990008
9510060
70
Signal wiring, switch, retarder

6
with retarder.
Conditions:

control unit.

2 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET+)
3 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET-)
9990008
9510060
Cable harness
7
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
71
Check of switch for cruise control

1
Conditions:
• Measurement box with adapter connected to switch

cruise control.
• Measurement at switch cruise control.

1-5 R = ∞ (SET+ inactive)
R≈0 (SET+ active)
1-3 R = ∞ (RESUME inactive)
1-2 R = ∞ (OFF)
R≈0 (ON)
1-4 R = ∞ (SET- inactive)
R≈0 (SET-active)
R = ∞ (SET+ active)
9990008
9510060
72
Check of switch for engine brake

2
with engine brakes.
Conditions:

are separated.
• Measuring to engine brake switch.

1-5 R = ∞ (EPG inactive)
R≈0 (EPG active)
1-2 R = ∞ (VCB and EPG
with VCB)
9990008
9510060
Check of switch retarder

3
with retarder.
Conditions:

retarder.
• Measurement at switch retarder.

1-2 R = ∞ (SET+ inactive)
R≈0 (SET+ active)
1-3 R = ∞ (SET- inactive)
R≈0 (SET-active)
9990008
9510060
73
Supply lead
1
Conditions:



PB5 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat
9998533, 9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060

2
Conditions:


PA2 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (SET+ inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (SET+ active)
PA30 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (RESUME
inactive)
PA3 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (OFF)
U ≈ Ubat (ON)
PA1 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (SET- inactive)
U ≈ 0 V (SET+ active)
9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060
74

3
with engine brakes.
Conditions:


PA21 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (EPG inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (EPG active)
PA20 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (VCB and EPG
with VCB)
9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060
Signal wiring, switch, retarder

4
with retarder.
Conditions:


PA20 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (SET+ inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (SET+active)
PA21 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (SET- inactive)
9990062, 9998699, 9813194

9510060
Verification
75
MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder, supply sensors
General information
Supply voltage to sensors for accelerator pedal and
retarder control.
The sensors are supplied with a voltage of 5.0V. Each

change of the accelerator pedal’s angle controls the input
signal to the vehicle control unit. Intable page 85 you
can see which values are normal. The retarder control’s
various positions provide specific input signals to the
vehicle control unit.
Component: S24 Stalk switch unit, retarder, selector

type, B25 sensor for accelerator pedal.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
T3015749
• If the vehicle control unit registers a voltage higher than
Possible cause:
• Supply cable short-circuited to higher voltage.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.

T3015708
Burndy
• No retarder brake effect.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder,

supply sensors, check” page 78.
T3018408
Deutz
76
FMI 4

Possible cause:
• Supply cable short-circuited to earth or lower voltage.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.
• No retarder brake effect.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder,

supply sensors, check” page 78.
77
36468-3
MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder, supply sensors,
check
Special tools: 9996899, 9998295, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Auxiliary brakes, test”

78
Earth cable, accelerator pedal

1
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.


points
8 - earth R≈0 8533 (Burndy)
4 - earth R≈0 8602 (Deutz)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Earth cable, accelerator pedal

2
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.


points
1 - ground U ≈ 4.6 - 5.4 V 8533 (Burndy)
6 - ground U ≈ 4.6 - 5.4 V 8602 (Deutz)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
79
Signal cable accelerator pedal

3
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.


points
2 - earth R ≈ 100 k 8533 (Burndy)
5 - earth R ≈ 100 k 8602 (Deutz)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Earth cable, retarder

4
with retarder.
Conditions:

control unit.

disconnected.

5 - earth R≈0
9996899, 9998295
9510060
80
Supply cable, retarder

5
with retarder.
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.

4 - earth U ≈ 4.6 - 5.4 V
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Signal cable retarder

6
with retarder.
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.

6 - earth R ≈ 100 k
9996899, 9998295
9510060
81
Cable harness
7
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
Check of accelerator sensor

1
Conditions:

disconnected.

• Measurement at the accelerator control sensor.

1 - 8 (8533 Burndy) R≈3-5k
6 - 4 (8602 Deutz)
2 - 8 (8533 Burndy) R ≈ 0.75 - 2.0 k (no
5 - 4 (8602 Deutz) accelerator)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
82
Check of switch for retarder

2
with retarder.
Conditions:

retarder.

4-5 R ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 k (OFF)
R ≈ 1.3 - 2.0 k (position
A)
1)
2)
3)
B)
6-5 R ≈ 1.0 - 1.4 k (OFF)
A)
1)
2)
3)
B)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
83
Earth cable
1
Conditions:


PB22 - earth R≈0
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Supply lead
2
Conditions:


PB10 - PB22 U ≈ 4.6 -5.4 V
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
84
Signal cable accelerator pedal

3
Conditions:


(Standard pedal)
PB8 - PB22 U ≈ 0.4 - 0.7 V (no
accelerator)
U ≈ 2.7 - 3.8 V (full
acceleration)

(Automatic)
PB8 - PB22 U ≈ 0.4 - 0.7 V (no
accelerator)
U ≈ 2.7 - 3.8 V (full
acceleration)
U ≈ 3.2 - 4.4 V (kickdown)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Signal cable retarder

4
Conditions:


PB24 - PB22 U ≈ 0.3 - 0.7 V (OFF)
U ≈ 1.0 - 1.6 V (position A)
U ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 V (position 1)
U ≈ 2.3 - 3.5 V (position 2)
U ≈ 2.9 - 4.4 V (position 3)
U ≈ 3.6 - 5.4 V (position B)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
85
Verification
86
MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply
General information
Supply voltage to sensors for primary tank pressure and
Dynafleet switch.
Component: B06 Sensor, air pressure, air tank.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
T3015740 • If the vehicle control unit registers a voltage higher than

Possible cause:
• Supply cable short-circuited to higher voltage.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.
T3015709 • The engine does not respond to full acceleration.

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply,

check” page 89.
87
FMI 4

Possible cause:
• Supply cable short-circuited to earth or lower voltage.
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply,

check” page 89.
88
36470-3
MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply, check
Special tools: 9996899, 9998295, 9998533,
9998534, 9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


Earth cable, pressure sensor primary tank

1
with air suspension.
Conditions:

disconnected.
• The connector to sensor for Dynafleet, switch

disconnected (if the vehicle is equipped with a
Dynafleet switch).

4 - earth. R≈0
9998534
9510060
89
Supply cable, pressure sensor primary tank

2
Conditions:

disconnected.
• The connector to sensor for Dynafleet, switch

disconnected (if the vehicle is equipped with a
Dynafleet switch).

1 - earth U ≈ 4.7 -5.3 V
9998534
9510060
90
Signal cable, pressure sensor primary tank

3
Conditions:

disconnected.

2 - earth R ≈ 100 k
9998534
9510060
Cable harness
4
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
Earth cable
1
Conditions:


PB23 - earth R≈0
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
91
Supply lead
2
Conditions:


PB26 - PB23 U ≈ 4.7 - 5.3V
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Signal cable, pressure sensor primary tank

3
Conditions:


PB9 - PB23 See table below
Pressure in primary tank Voltage PB9 - PB23

7 bar U ≈ 2.0 -2.8 V
8 bar U ≈ 2.2 -3.1 V
9 bar U ≈ 2.4 -3.4 V
10 bar U ≈ 2.7 -3.7 V
11 bar U ≈ 2.9 -4.0 V
12 bar U ≈ 3.2 - 4.3 V
For more exact checking values use the formula p = 3.75

x U -1.875, where p = pressure in primary tank and U =
voltage between PB9 and PB23.
Note: Applies to a feed voltage of 5.0 V.
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
92
MID 144 PPID 74 EECU/VECU Supply
General information
Component: K2 Relay, EMS (Engine Management
System).
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the control voltage from relay K2, VECU-pin PB15 is

lower than 1V, the control unit interprets this as a fault
and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Short circuit to higher voltage.

T3015751
• Faulty relay.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 74 Power supply EECU/VECU , check”

page 95.
T3015710
93
FMI 4
• If the control voltage from relay K2, VECU-pin PB15

is higher than 0V, the control unit interprets this as a
fault and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Break in lead from relay.
• Relay fault.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 74 Power supply EECU/VECU , check”

page 95.
94
36448-3
MID 144 PPID 74 Power supply EECU/VECU , check
Special tools: 9996899, 9990008, 9998553,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• Relay for EMS disconnected

85 - Earth R ≈ 0.5 M
9990008
9510060
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
95
Relay for EMS

1
Conditions:

• Check of relay for EMS.
Earth Checks
relay
9998533, 9990062, 9998699
Earth cable
1
Conditions:

• Control unit connected
Earth Checks
U ≈ 0 V (earth connection
PB15, listen for relay click)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699
96
MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve status
General information
Component: Y06 Solenoid valve, range inhibitor, K19
Relay, locking 3rd axle, self-steering axle.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the vehicle control unit registers a voltage higher

than 6.5 V when the function is active, the control unit
Note: The error code is set first at the speed when the
inhibitor is to be activated (approx. 40 km/h).
Possible cause:

short-circuited to unloaded voltage (Ubat).
• Fault code set.

T3015752
• The range inhibitor is not activated.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve

status, check” page 99.
T3015711
97
FMI 4

Note: The error code is set first at the speed when the
inhibitor is to be activated (approx. 36 km/h).
Possible cause:

• Fault code set.

• The range inhibitor is not activated or is constantly

active.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve

98
36471-3
MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve status, check
Special tools: 9998533, 9998534,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Range inhibitor, test”.

Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• The connector to the relay for the bogie lift inhibitor

disconnected (if the vehicle is equipped with air
suspension).

2 - earth R ≈ 1.5 - 2.5 M
9998534
9510060
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
99
Component check
new component.
Solenoid valve, range inhibitor

1
Conditions:

Earth Checks
PB18 - earth Listen for sound from the
gearbox
9998533 , 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Earth cable
1
Conditions:


U ≈ 0 V (connect PB18 to
earth, and listen for sound
from gearbox)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
100
MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1, status
General information
Component: K8-relay, range inhibitor in gearbox
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the vehicle control unit registers a voltage higher

than 6.5 V when the function is active, the control unit
Possible cause:
• Cable between relay and control unit short-circuited to

unloaded voltage (Ubat).
T3015754
• Faulty relay.
• Fault code set.
• The range inhibitor is not activated.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1

T3015713
101
FMI 4

Possible cause:
• Cable between relay and control unit short-circuited

to earth.
• Break in cable between relay and control unit.
• Break in supply cable to relay.
• Faulty relay.
• Fault code set.
• The incorrect gear inhibitor is not activated or is

constantly active.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1

102
36475-3
MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1 status, check
Special tools: 9990008, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Range inhibitor, test”.

Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• K8-relay, range inhibitor in gearbox

2 - earth R ≈ 1.5 - 3.0 M
9990008
9510060
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
103
Component check
new component.
Incorrect gear inhibitor 3/1, solenoid valve

1
Conditions:

• Check of K8-relay, range inhibitor in gearbox
Earth Checks
PB2 - earth Listen for relay clicking
sound and sound from the
solenoid valve.
9998533, 9990062, 9998699
Earth cable
1
Conditions:


U ≈ 0 V (connect PB2
to earth, and listen for
relay click and sound from
gearbox)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
104
MID 144 PPID 145 Dynafleet button
General information
Component: S78 Switch unit, TIS (Traffic Information
System).
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the voltage on the supply cable is higher than 5V,

the control unit interprets this as a fault and sets the
fault code.
Possible cause:
• Faulty switch.
T3015755 • Fault in cable harness.
• Fault code set.


Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 145 Switch Dynafleet, check” page 105
FMI 4
• If the voltage on the supply cable is lower than 0.5V,

fault code.
Possible cause:
• Faulty switch.

• Fault code set.

T3015715

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PPID 145 Switch Dynafleet, check” page 105
36443-3
MID 144 PPID 145 Switch Dynafleet, check
Special tools: 9998604, 9990062/9998699
105
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


Earth cable
1
Conditions:

suspension).

control unit.

28 - earth R≈0
9990062, 9998699, 9998604

9510060
106
Supply lead
2
Conditions:

suspension).

control unit.

26 - 28 U ≈ 4.3 - 6.5 V
9990062, 9998699, 9998604

9510060
Signal lead
3
Conditions:

suspension).

control unit.

27 - 28 R ≈ 3.4 M
9990062, 9998699, 9998604

9510060
Component check
new component.
107
Dynafleet switch
1
Conditions:

control unit.
• Measurement at Dynafleet switch:

26 - 27 R ≈ 170
(ENTER activated)
R ≈ 400
(DOWN activated)
R ≈ 400
(LEFT activated)
R ≈ 400
(RIGHT activated)
27 - 28 R ≈ 170
(ESC activated)
R ≈ 400
(UP activated)
9990062, 9998699, 9998604

9510060
Earth cable
1
Conditions:

• Starting key in the stop position.

PB23 - earth R≈0
9990062, 9998699, 9998533

9510060
108
Supply lead
2
Conditions:


PB26 - PB23 U≈4-6V
9990062, 9998699, 9998533

9510060
Signal lead
3
Conditions:


PB14 - PB23 U ≈ 3.1 V
(RIGHT activated)
U ≈ 1,8 V
(LEFT activated)
U ≈ 1.2 V
(UP activated)
U ≈ 3.7 V
(DOWN activated)
U ≈ 4.3 V
(ENTER activated).
U ≈ 0.6 V
(ESC activated).
U ≈ 2.5 V
(REST).
109
MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed sensor supply
General information
Component: B12 Sensor, tachograph/speedometer
Cable harness: 1494
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the voltage on the supply cable is higher than 9V,

fault code.
T3015756
Possible cause:
• Sensor faulty.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
FMI 4
T3015716 • If the voltage on the supply cable is lower than 6.5V,
fault code.
Possible cause:
• Sensor faulty.

• Fault code set.
Appropriate check: “MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed

sensor supply, check” page 111
110
36445-3
MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed sensor supply, check
Special tools: 9998534
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool
• “Cruise control switch, test”

Supply lead
1
Conditions:

1-2 U ≈ 6.5 - 9 V
9998534
9510060
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
111
Component check
new component.
Note: Non-relevant measurement.
1


1-2 U ≈ 6.5 - 9 V
9998534
9510060
Verification
112
MID 144 PPID 279 Air drier, dry agent reservoir

General information Conditions for fault code:
Note: The air drier warning for consumed desiccant can
be turned off with VCADS Pro, for further information • The fault code is set if the total volume pumped through
the desiccant holder has exceeded the limit.
see VCADS Pro test 56185-2 “Air drier setting reset,
calibrate”. Possible cause:
Component: A80 Air drier • That the estimated lifetime of the desiccant holder has
been reached. No fault as long as the lifetime has not
Cable harness: 1056
been reached within an unusually short time/mileage.
• Fault code set.

• Risk for moisture in compressed air tanks, sticking

valves and freezing in compressed air system.
• Risk for oil in air which can lead to problems with

sticking valves in compressed air system.
• Yellow warning lamp.

Appropriate action:
T3017117
• Change to a new desiccant holder and perform partial
test Desiccant holder air drier, reset with VCADS Pro
test 56185-2 “Air drier setting reset, calibrate”
Fault code
• Perform partial test Desiccant holder air drier, reset
FMI 0 with VCADS Pro test 56185-2 “Air drier setting reset,
Data applicable, but above normal working range. calibrate”.
113
MID 144 PPID 312 Air drier, regeneration

General information
Component: A80 Air drier Fault code
Cable harness: 1056
FMI 0
“PPID 312 - Symbol in the driver’s display shown/not
shown” page 114
“PPID 312 - Symbol in the driver’s display permanently

shown” page 115
“PPID 312 in connection with PPID 430” page 115
PPID 312 - Symbol in the driver’s

T3017117
display shown/not shown
• The fault code is set if the air consumption is so high

that the air drier has no time to regenerate.
Possible cause:
• The pumping time for the compressor without release

is to long to allow regeneration of the air drier.
May occur for example with repeated use of the air
suspension when loading/unloading
• large air leak
• Fault code set.
• The control unit goes into regeneration mode (performs

time-out) for air pumping and gives air drying first
priority by relieving the compressor and performing
forced regeneration of the air drier.
This reduces the compressor’s ability to pump air into
the system. The air pressure is however always safe
so that braking power and lifting power are retained.
• When sufficient regeneration of the air drier has been

performed, the fault code will be inactivated.
T3017116
• Reduced compressor pumping ability.
• Repeated frequent relief-sounds (spitting) from the air

drier.
• The symbol in the driver’s display appears but is

removed when the air drier has been sufficiently
regenerated (after some time of normal driving).
Appropriate action:
• No action, the system is working normally.
• If the symbol often appears on the driver’s display, and

the driver finds this irritating, the control unit (VECU)
can be reprogrammed.
114
PPID 312 - Symbol in the driver’s PPID 312 in connection with PPID
display permanently shown 430
• Fault code set if so much air is being used that the • Fault codes set if so much air is being used that the
system cannot manage to supply dry air. system cannot manage to supply dry air.
Possible cause: Possible cause:
• Extremely large air leak. • Extremely large air leak.
• Extremely high air consumption. • Extremely high air consumption.

• Fault codes set.
• Fault code set.
• The control unit goes into regeneration mode (performs time-out) for air pumping and gives air drying first
time-out) for air pumping and gives air drying first priority by relieving the compressor and performing
priority by relieving the compressor and performing forced regeneration of the air drier.
forced regeneration of the air drier. This reduces the compressor’s ability to pump air into
This reduces the compressor’s ability to pump air into the system. The air pressure is however always safe
the system. The air pressure is however always safe so that braking power and lifting power are retained.
• When sufficient regeneration of the air drier has
• When sufficient regeneration of the air drier has been performed, the fault code will be extinguished
been performed, the fault code will be extinguished automatically
automatically
• The symbol in the driver’s display appears but is NOT
• The symbol in the driver’s display appears but is NOT
removed after some time of normal driving.
removed after some time of normal driving.
• Reduced compressor pumping ability. Appropriate action:
• Repeated frequent relief-sounds (spitting) from the air • Stop use functions that consume air
drier.
• Risk for moisture in compressed air system. Check
Appropriate action: often by draining the tanks. If water is found in the
tanks, the drying medium cassette (drying agent
• Stop using functions that consume air. holder) must be changed.
• Check to see if the leakage is in the pneumatic system. • Check to see if the leakage is in the pneumatic system.
• Check whether the compressor is being used too • Check whether the compressor is being used too
much. (Perform the VCADS Pro test 56185-2 “Air drier much. (Perform the VCADS Pro test 56185-2 “Air drier
solenoid valve, test”) solenoid valve, test”)
115
Fault code
FMI 7
• The fault code is set if the regeneration valve has been

open for 30 seconds and the pressure is still the same
as when the valve was opened.
Possible cause:
• The regeneration valve is not opening or is blocked.
• Fault in cable harness to component A80.
• Channels for regeneration air in the air drier blocked

(dirt/coke).
• Fault code set.
• Risk for moisture in compressed air tanks.
• Risk for freezing in compressed air tanks.
• Risk for sticking valves.
Appropriate action:
• Trouble shooting of wiring and solenoid valve.

valve, test”
116
MID 144 PPID 430 Air drier, regeneration

General information
Component: A80 Air drier Fault code
Cable harness: 1056
FMI 0
• The fault code is set if the air consumption is so high

that the air drier has no time to regenerate.
Possible cause:
• The pumping time for the compressor without release

is to long to allow regeneration of the air drier.
May occur for example with repeated use of the air
suspension when loading/unloading.
• large air leak

T3017117
• Fault code set.

time-out) for air pumping and gives air drying first
priority by relieving the compressor and performing
forced regeneration of the air drier.
This reduces the compressor’s ability to pump air into
the system. The air pressure is however always safe
• When sufficient regeneration of the air drier has been

performed, the fault code will be inactivated.
• Repeated frequent relief-sounds (spitting) from the air

drier.
Appropriate action:
• No action, the system is working normally.
T3017116
117
MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1
General information
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 7
• If the signal from the idle switch is not available when

the pedal is released, the control unit interprets this as
a fault and a fault code is stored.
Possible cause:
T3015743 • Open circuit in signal lead.
• The signal cable short-circuited to earth.
• The signal cable short-circuited to voltage.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.

T3015717
Burndy Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1, check”

page 119.
T3018407
Deutz
118
36476-3
MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1, check
Special tools: 9996899, 9998295,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool

119
Supply lead
1
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.


with clutch pedal).
or I-shift).

9996899, 9998295
9510060
120
Signal lead
2
Conditions:

disconnected.

control unit.

3 - earth R ≈ 2.46 - 3.14 k
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Cable harness
3
under group 371.
Component check
new component.

1
Conditions:

disconnected.


3-4 R = ∞ (no acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -150 (full
acceleration)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
121
Signal lead
1
Conditions:


9813194, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
122
MID 144 SID 231 SAE J1939 Control link

General information Noticeable external symptoms:
The system’s control signals are sent on the control link
SAE J1939. • Yellow lamp lights.
Appropriate check:
Information and diagnostic signals are sent via the SAE
J1708 information link. The link also functions as a back • Fault trace SAE J1939 data link, see service
up system for control link SAE J1939, if this control link information group 371 “Data link fault tracing”.
should stop working for any reason.
unit). FMI 12
Cable harness: 1000
Note: This error code is normally not caused by errors
in the vehicle control unit.
Fault code
• If the expected messages are not available from a
FMI 2 control unit on the control link the vehicle control unit
Intermittent or incorrect data. interprets this as a fault and an error code is set.
Conditions for fault code: Possible cause:
• If the vehicle control unit does not receive confirmation • Break in communication cable.
for the messages on the control link the control unit
interprets this as a fault and an error code is set. • Switch resistance and oxidation.
Possible cause:
• Fault code set.
• Loose contact.
• Break in the control link.
Appropriate check:
• Fault code set.
• Yellow light requested. information group 371 “Data link fault tracing”.
123
MID 144 SID 240 Programme memory
General information
At start-up a checksum is calculated for the software in
the control unit’s flash memory. This is compared with a
previously stored check sum to check that the software
is correct.

unit).
T2012704
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 2
Intermittent or incorrect data
• If the checksum calculated at start-up does not agree

with the previously saved checksum, the vehicle control
unit interprets this as a fault and a fault code is set.
Possible cause:
• Software fault.
• Faulty memory circuit.
• The control unit continuously restarts.
• Yellow lamp is lit by the instrument control unit since

the vehicle control unit does not respond to the call.
• The vehicle can only be driven at increased idling

speed.
124
MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch
General information
Component: S25 Switch, cruise control.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 7
• If the vehicle control unit receives the signals for SET+

and SET- at the same time, the control unit interprets
Possible cause:
T3015759 • Signal lead short-circuited to voltage.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.

• The cruise control function does not work. The speed

cannot be set, but if the speed has been set previously
it can be resumed with RESUME.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch, check”

page 126.
T3015720
125
36478-3
MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch, check
Special tools: 9990020, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool

Supply lead
1
Conditions:

control unit.
• The connector to switch engine brake disconnected (if

the vehicle is equipped with engine brake).

126

9996899, 9998295
9510060
Signal lead
2
Conditions:

control unit.

5 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET+)
3 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k
(RESUME)
2 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (ON)
4 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET-)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
Cable harness
3
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
127

1
Conditions:

control unit.
• Measurement at switch cruise control.

5 - 4 (against switch) R = ∞ (SET+ and SET-
inactive)
R = ∞ (ON and SET+
active)
R = ∞ (RESUME active
and SET+ active)
R = ∞ (ON and SET-
active)
R = ∞ (RESUME active
and SET- active)
9996899, 9998295
9510060
128
Signal lead
1
Conditions:


PA1 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (OFF and SET-
active)
U ≈ 0 V (OFF and SET+
active)
U ≈ 0 V (ON and SET+
active)
U ≈ 0 V (RESUME active
and SET+ active)
PA2 - PA12 U ≈ Ubat (OFF and SET+
active)
U ≈ 0 V (OFF and SET-
active)
U ≈ 0 V (ON and SET-
active)
U ≈ 0 V (RESUME active
and SET- active)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
129
MID 144 SID 250 SAE J1708 Information link

General information
Communication between the vehicle’s control units is via
information link SAE J1708.

SAE J1939.

J1708 information link. The link also functions as a back
up system for control link SAE J1939, if this control link
should stop working for any reason. The information link
SAE J1708 keeps the system’s status continually updated
and available for reading via the diagnostics socket.

unit).
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 2
• If the vehicle control unit registers incorrect messages

on the information link, the control unit interprets this
as a fault and an error code is set.
Possible cause:
• A unit is not following the priority rules and is disrupting

messages.
• Intermittent short circuits on information link SAE

J1708.
• Fault code set.

Certain malfunctions can occur.
Appropriate check:
• Carry out fault tracing on the SAE J1708 data link,

see service information group 3711 “Data links, fault
tracing”.
• Check connectors, see service information group 371

“Cables and connectors, fault tracing”.
130
MID 144 SID 253 Calibration memory EEPROM
General information
Checksums of the data set and other data in the control
unit EEPROM memory are calculated on start up. The is
done to check that the stored data is correct.

unit).
T2012704 Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 2
• The data set has incorrect checksum.
Possible cause:
• Fault with the programming.
• Fault code set.
• Basic settings on the data set are used.
• The vehicle can behave abnormally. Some functions

can stop functioning.
Appropriate action:
• Reprogram the data set.
131
FMI 14
Special instructions.
• A serious fault has been detected in the saved data.
Possible cause:
• Incorrect software.
• Fault code set.
• Basic settings on the data set are used and cannot

be reprogrammed.
• The vehicle can behave abnormally. Some functions

can stop functioning.
Appropriate action:
• Reprogram the software and then reprogram the data

set.
132
MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch
General information
type.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 7
• If the vehicle control unit receives the signals for SET+

and SET- at the same time, the control unit interprets
Possible cause:
T3015745
• Signal lead short-circuited to voltage.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.
• All retarder functions cannot be used. The speed

cannot be set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch, check”

page 134.
T3015723
133
36481-3
MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch, check
Special tools: 9998535, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool

134
Supply lead
1
Conditions:

control unit.
• The connector to idle switch 3 disconnected (if the

vehicle is equipped with extra accelerator control).

9990062, 9998699, 9998535

9510060
Signal lead
2
Conditions:

control unit.
135

2 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET+)
3 - earth R ≈ 2.1 - 3.1 k (SET-)
9990062, 9998699, 9998535

9510060
Cable harness
3
under group 371.
Component check
new component.
Check of switch for retarder

1
Conditions:

retarder.

1 (against switch exhaust R = ∞ (SET+ inactive)
brake) -2
R≈0 (SET+ active)
1 (against switch exhaust R = ∞ (SET- inactive)
brake) -3
R≈0 (SET-active)
9998535, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
136
Signal lead
1
Conditions:


PA20 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (SET+/- inactive)
U ≈ Ubat (SET+active)
U ≈ 0 V (SET- active)
PA21 - PA12 U ≈ 0 V (SET+/- inactive)
9813194, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
137
MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2
T3016746
T3015743 Burndy
T3018406
T3015724
Deutz
Early version
General information
Note: Idle validation switch 2 is only on vehicles equipped
with Geartronic, Powertronic or I-shift.
Idle switch 1 and 2 function in parallel. Idle switch 2

replaces idle switch 1 in the event of a fault.
Cable harness: 1000
138
Fault code
FMI 7
• If the signal from the idle switch is not available when

the pedal is released, the control unit interprets this as
a fault and a fault code is stored.
Possible cause:
• Signal lead short-circuited to voltage.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2, check” page

140.
139
36482-3
MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2, check
Special tools: 9996899, 9998295, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool

140
Supply lead
1
Conditions:

disconnected.
• Note! Earlier version

The connector to idle switch 2 on the accelerator
pedal disconnected.

control unit.

with one).

9998295, 9996899
9510060
Signal lead
2
Conditions:

disconnected.
• Note! Earlier version

The connector to idle switch 2 on the accelerator
pedal disconnected.

control unit.

1 - earth R ≈ 2.46 - 3.14 k
7 - earth R ≈ 2.46 - 3.14 k
9998295, 9996899
9510060
141
Cable harness
3
under group 371.
Component check
new component.

1
Conditions:

disconnected.
• Note! Early version

The connector to idle switch 2 disconnected.
• Measurement box with adapter connected to idle

switch 2.
• Measurement at idle switch 2.

1 - 2 (against idle switch 2) R = ∞ (no acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -150 (full
acceleration)
4 - 7 (against idle switch 2) R = ∞ (no acceleration)
R ≈ 0 -150 (full
acceleration)
9998535, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
142
Signal lead
1
Conditions:


9998535, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
143
MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever
General information
type.
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 3
• If the vehicle control unit registers a voltage higher than

Possible cause:
T3015745
• The signal cable short-circuited to voltage.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.
• Retarder cannot be activated.

Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever, check” page

146.
T3015725
144
FMI 4

Possible cause:
• The signal cable short-circuited to earth.
• Faulty switch.
• Fault code set.
• Retarder cannot be activated.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever, check” page

146.
145
36484-3
MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever, check
Special tools: 9998535, 9998533,
9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


PC tool

1
Disconnect the connector at the switch for the retarder.
2
Disconnect the connector at the accelerator pedal sensor.
Earth cable
3
Conditions:

control unit.

disconnected.
146

5 - earth R≈0
9990062, 9998699, 9998535

9510060
Supply lead
4
Conditions:

control unit.

disconnected.

4 - earth U ≈ 4.3 - 6.5 V
9990062, 9998699, 9998535

9510060
Signal lead
5
Conditions:

control unit.

disconnected.

6 - earth R ≈ 80 - 120 k
9990062, 9998699, 9998535

9510060
147
Cable harness
6
under group 371.
148
Component check
new component.
Switch retarder
1
Conditions:

control unit.

4-5 R ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 k (OFF)
A)
1)
2)
3)
B)
6-5 R ≈ 1.0 - 1.4 k (OFF)
A)
1)
2)
3)
B)
9990062, 9998699, 9998535

9510060
149
Earth cable
1
Conditions:

the control unit’s connector PB and the cable harness.

PB22 - earth R≈0
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Supply lead
2
Conditions:


PB10 - PB22 U≈4-6V
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
150
Signal lead
3
Conditions:


PB24 - PB22 U ≈ 0.3 - 0.7 V (OFF)
U ≈ 1.0 - 1.6 V (position A)
U ≈ 1.7 - 2.5 V (position 1)
U ≈ 2.3 - 3.5 V (position 2)
U ≈ 2.9 - 4.4 V (position 3)
U ≈ 3.6 - 5.4 V (position B)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9510060
Verification
151
MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal
General information
Note: The parameters are set by the aftermarket body
builder
Component: Y18 solenoid valve, PTO.
Cable harness: 1401
Fault code
FMI 3
• A fault code is set if the vehicle ECU registers too high

a voltage or short circuit to Ubat.bat.
Possible cause:

short-circuited to higher voltage.

• Fault code set.
T3015913 • Yellow lamp lights.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal, check” page

154.
T3015816
152
FMI 4

Possible cause:

• Fault code set.
Appropriate check:
• “MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal, check” page

154.
153
36474-3
MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal, check
Special tools: 9998533, 9990062/9998699
NOTE!
unit.

connector blocks.


Earth cable
1
Conditions:

4 – ground R ≈ 3.4 M
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9812519
Cable harness
2
under group 371.
154
Component check
new component.
Solenoid valve
1
Conditions:
• Breakout box with adapter connected towards cable

harness connector PB.
Earth Checks
solenoid valve
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9812519
Earth cable
1
Conditions:
• Breakout box with adapter connected between the

control unit and cable harness connector PB.

PB16 - PB22 U ≈ Ubat(inactive)
U ≈ 0 V (active)
9998533, 9990062, 9998699

9812519
155
MID 144 PSID 21 CAN1

General information
SAE J1939.

unit).
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 14
Special instructions
• If the configuration of the truck means that the vehicle

ECU cannot receive all SAE J1939 messages on
CAN1, this is interpreted as a fault and a fault code
is set.
Possible cause:
• The configuration is not supported.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate action:
• Change configuration.
156
MID 144 PSID 22 CAN2

General information
SAE J1939.

unit).
Cable harness: 1000
Fault code
FMI 14
Special instructions
• If the configuration of the truck means that the vehicle

ECU cannot receive all SAE J1939 messages on
CAN2, this is interpreted as a fault and a fault code
is set.
Possible cause:
• The configuration is not supported.
• Fault code set.
Appropriate action:
• Change configuration.
157
MID 144 PSID 25 Air leakage

General information
Fault code
FMI 1
Data is valid, but below the normal working area.
• The fault code is set during normal driving at speeds

above 50 km/h if the vehicle air consumption is too
high.
Possible cause:
• A leak in the vehicle or trailer compressed air system.
• Driving on poor/uneven roads causing high air

consumption from the air suspension.
• Driving with many heavy braking situations which uses

a large amount of air.
• The fault code is set but is removed automatically as

soon as air consumption decreases.
• Increased fuel consumption.
• Worn compressor.
• Increased oil ejection from compressor.
• Information lamp with smaller leaks.
• Warning lamp with larger leaks.
Appropriate action:
• Trouble shoot vehicle and trailer for leaks.
• Calmer driving style.
158
MID 144 PSID 200 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, engine control
unit
General information
link SAE J1939. If one control unit is missing messages
from another control unit, this fault code is used to
indicate which of the control units is expected to send the
message via data link SAE J1939.
Fault code
FMI 9
• If the vehicle control unit does not receive a message

from the engine control unit within a certain time on
data link SAE J1939, the control unit interprets this as
a fault and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between EMS-control unit

and VECU
Appropriate check:

159
MID 144 PSID 202 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, instrument
control unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

concerning time and date from the instrument on data
link SAE J1939, the instrument interprets this as a fault
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between instrument and

VECU
• Yellow information lamp requested.
Appropriate check:

160
MID 144 PSID 204 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, brake control
unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

from the brake control unit within a certain time on data
link SAE J1939, the brake control unit interprets this as
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between ABS/EBS control

unit and VECU
Appropriate check:

161
MID 144 PSID 205 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, gearbox control
unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

from the gearbox control unit within a certain time on
data link SAE J1939, the gearbox control unit interprets
this as a fault and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between TECU and

VECU
Appropriate check:

162
MID 144 PSID 208 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, air suspension
control unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

from the air suspension control unit within a certain
time on data link SAE J1939, the air suspension control
unit interprets this as a fault and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between ECS-control unit

and VECU
Appropriate check:

163
MID 144 PSID 210 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, external lighting
control unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

from the lighting control unit within a certain time on
data link SAE J1939, the control unit interprets this as
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between LCM-control unit

and VECU
Appropriate check:

164
165
MID 144 PSID 211 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, collision
avoidance control unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9
• If the vehicle electronic control unit does not receive

a message from the automatic cruise control control
unit within a certain time on data link SAE J1939, the
control unit interprets this as a fault and sets the fault
code.
Possible cause:
• Fault in the SAE J1939 data link between the ACC

control unit and the VECU
Appropriate check:

166
MID 144 PSID 212 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, tachograph
control unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

from the tachograph within a certain time on data link
SAE J1939, the control unit interprets this as a fault
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between tachograph and

VECU
Appropriate check:

167
MID 144 PSID 214 SAE J1939 Data link interruption, body builder
control unit
General information
Fault code
FMI 9

from the body builder control unit within a certain time
on data link SAE J1939, the control unit interprets this
as a fault and sets the fault code.
Possible cause:
• Fault in SAE J1939-data link between BBM-control unit

and VECU
Appropriate check:

168
MID 144 PSID 230 Software fault

General information • Disruption in the power supply.
The hardware and software contain check functions to
identify any serious faults. • The power supply has been cut without the starter key
remaining in the stop position for at least 10 seconds.
unit). • Fault in cable harness.
Cable harness: — Reaction from the control unit:
Fault code • Fault code set.

FMI 4
Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage. • Fault codes are not saved.
Conditions for fault code: Appropriate action:
• The software has restarted in a uncontrolled way. • Always turn the starter key to the stop position and wait
10 seconds before switching the main switch off.
Possible cause:
• Disruption in the power supply. “Cables and connectors, fault tracing”.
• Incorrect software. FMI 12

• Powerful electromagnetic interference.
• Fault code set. • A serious fault has occurred and the software has
restarted.
Possible cause:
• Incorrect software.
• Powerful electromagnetic interference.
• Some malfunctions can occur temporarily.
• Faulty control unit.
Appropriate action:
• Fault code set.
“Cables and connectors, fault tracing”.
• Upgrade software. • Yellow light requested.

FMI 5
Abnormally low current or open circuit. • Yellow lamp lights.
Conditions for fault code: • Some malfunctions can occur temporarily.
• The software has been shut down incorrectly due to Appropriate action:
loss of power.
• First update the software. If the fault remains, replace
Possible cause: the control unit.
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MID 144 PSID 232 J1939-2 Control link

General information
unit).
Cable harness: 1000, 1006A
Fault code
FMI 2
• If the vehicle ECU cannot communicate with the

tachograph via the SAE J1939–2 data link, the control
unit interprets this as a fault.
Possible cause:
• Interruption on a cable between the vehicle ECU and

tachograph.
• Short circuit to ground on a cable between the vehicle

ECU and tachograph.
• Short circuit to voltage on a cable between the vehicle

ECU and tachograph.
• Fault code set.
• Incorrect speed information.
• Incorrect time information.
• Fault code PID 84 is set.
Appropriate check:
• Carry out fault tracing on the SAE J1939 data link,

see service information group 3711 “Data links,
fault-tracing”.
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Operation Numbers
The operation numbers used in this manual refer to V.S.T.
36462-3 MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure, check .................................................................................................. 22
36463-3 MID 144 PID 84 Vehicle speed, check ............................................................................................................... 29
36464-3 MID 144 PID 91 Accelerator pedal percentage position, check ......................................................................... 37
36441-3 MID 144 PID 150 Power take-off output, check .................................................................................................. 43
36446-3 MID 144 PPID 61 Retarder switch, check .......................................................................................................... 48
36465-3 MID 144 PPID 69 Buffered idle validation switch, check .................................................................................... 52
36466-3 MID 144 PPID 70 Pedal switches, supply, check ............................................................................................... 56
36467-3 MID 144 PPID 71 Cruise control and retarder, supply switch, check ................................................................. 68
36468-3 MID 144 PPID 72 Accelerator pedal and retarder, supply sensors, check ......................................................... 78
36470-3 MID 144 PPID 73 Primary tank sensors supply, check ...................................................................................... 89
36448-3 MID 144 PPID 74 Power supply EECU/VECU , check ....................................................................................... 95
36471-3 MID 144 PPID 75 Range inhibitor, solenoid valve status, check ........................................................................ 99
36475-3 MID 144 PPID 79 Solenoid valve area inhibitor 3/1 status, check .................................................................... 103
36443-3 MID 144 PPID 145 Switch Dynafleet, check .................................................................................................... 105
36445-3 MID 144 PPID 265 Vehicle speed sensor supply, check .................................................................................. 111
36476-3 MID 144 SID 230 Idle validation switch 1, check .............................................................................................. 119
36478-3 MID 144 SID 243 Cruise control set switch, check ........................................................................................... 126
36481-3 MID 144 PSID 1 Retarder control set switch, check ......................................................................................... 134
36482-3 MID 144 PSID 2 Idle validation switch 2, check ............................................................................................... 140
36484-3 MID 144 PSID 4 Retarder control lever, check ................................................................................................. 146
36474-3 MID 144 PSID 20 Power take-off signal, check ................................................................................................ 154
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A17 Vehicle control unit (VECU)

PA Connector connecting PA1- 30

PB Connector connecting PB1- 30

Note: See each respective (P)PID/(P)SID for location of components.

• Measurement box 9998699 and adapter 9990062, • Engine stationary.

• Control unit connected.

U = DC current in volts (V)

Ubat = battery voltage

Hook up Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

Hook up Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected between control unit

U = DC current in volts (V)

Ubat = battery voltage

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

• Switch, cruise control

• Switch exhaust brake/retarder

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

• Accelerator pedal sensor

• Primary tank pressure sensor

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

• Primary tank pressure sensor

Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected to cable harness,

U = DC current in volts (V)

Ubat = battery voltage

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

Vehicle control unit, measurement box connected to cable harness,

U = DC current in volts (V)

Ubat = battery voltage

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

Connect- Signal type Measurement Expected value Others

9990008 9998699 9998535

Other special equipment

Fault code Component FMI Section

Fault code Component FMI Section

Fault code Component FMI Section

MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure

Component: B06 Sensor, air pressure, air tank, primary

Cable harness: 1000

• The cabling to the solenoid valve in the air drier for

• The solenoid valve in the air drier for compressor relief

• Faulty primary tank pressure sensor.

• System pressure is too high.

• “MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure, check” page

• Perform VCADS Pro test 56186-2 “Air drier solenoid

• If the vehicle control unit receives a signal from the

• If the vehicle control unit receives a signal from the

• Fault code set.

Conditions for fault code: Noticeable external symptoms:

Reaction from the control unit:

• Fault code set.

• Yellow light requested.

• Yellow lamp lights.

• The gauge for primary tank pressure remains

• “MID 144 PID 46 Primary tank pressure, check” page