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Testing and Adjusting

950G Wheel Loader, 962G
Wheel Loader and IT62G
Integrated Toolcarrier Power Train
Media Number -SENR1380-09 Publication Date -01/01/2008 Date Updated -16/01/2008

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Transmission Pressures - Test and Adjust

SMCS - 3030-025-PX; 3030-081-PX

Personal injury or death can result from sudden machine movement.

Sudden movement of the machine can cause injury to persons on or

near the machine.

Prevent possible injury by performing the procedure that follows before

working on the machine.

NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during
performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair
of the machine. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers
before opening any compartment or disassembling any component
containing fluids.

Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Tools and Shop

Products Guide", for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain
fluids in Caterpillar machines.

Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface.

2. Place the transmission direction and speed control lever (if equipped) in the NEUTRAL
position and in any speed position. Shift the transmission direction control switch (if equipped)
to the NEUTRAL position.

3. Lower the bucket and/or the attachment to ground.

4. Engage the parking brake.

5. Place blocks in front of the wheels and behind the wheels.

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6. Install the steering frame lock.

7. Remove the front axle shafts and rear axle shafts except for stall tests.

8. Allow only authorized personnel on the machine. Keep unauthorized personnel off the machine
and in clear sight of the operator.

Note: All tests and all adjustments must be made while the transmission oil is at normal operating
temperature.

NOTICE
Do not connect or disconnect hose fittings to or from the quick
disconnect nipples when there is pressure in the system. This will
prevent damage to the seals that are in the fitting.

Table 1
Required Tools
Part Number Description Qty
1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group 1
1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group 1

Test Procedures
Transmission Clutch Solenoid Modulating Valves Test

This test will determine whether the solenoid coil is energized and the solenoid plunger is shifting in
order to permit the flow of oil through the transmission clutch solenoid modulating valve.

Hearing the click of a solenoid or using a screwdriver to check that the solenoid coil is energized does
not ensure that the solenoid plunger has shifted. The following test will determine if the solenoid
plunger is shifting.

The direction clutch pressure taps and the speed clutch pressure taps are installed in the transmission
clutch solenoid modulating valves. The transmission clutch solenoid modulating valves are located on
the top of the transmission beneath the cab.

Table 2
Speed Range and Direction Engaged Clutches and Energized Solenoids
Fourth Speed Forward 3 and 2
Third Speed Forward 4 and 2
Second Speed Forward 5 and 2
First Speed Forward 6 and 2
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Neutral 3
First Speed Reverse 6 and 1
Second Speed Reverse 5 and 1
Third Speed Reverse 4 and 1
Fourth Speed Reverse 3 and 1

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Illustration 1 g00474494
Transmission Clutch Solenoid Modulating Valves

(A) Number 1 clutch pressure tap. (B) Number 2 clutch pressure tap. (C) Number 3 clutch pressure tap. (D) Number 4
clutch pressure tap. (E) Number 5 clutch pressure tap. (F) Number 6 clutch pressure tap.

1. Install the correct hose assembly from 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap (A)
through pressure tap (F). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 3400 kPa (0
to 580 psi) pressure gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .

2. Engage the parking brake. Shift the transmission direction and speed control lever (if equipped)
to the NEUTRAL position. Shift the transmission direction control switch (if equipped) to the
NEUTRAL position. Start the engine and operate the engine at low idle.

3. Place the transmission neutralizer override switch in the OFF position by depressing the top of
the switch.
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4. Depress the right service brake pedal and hold the right service brake pedal. Release the parking
brake. Make sure that the machine is in first speed. Watch the pressure gauges. Move the
transmission direction and speed control lever (if equipped) from the NEUTRAL position to the
FORWARD position. Shift the transmission direction control switch (if equipped) from the
NEUTRAL position to the FORWARD position.

The needle on the pressure gauge for the Number 2 clutch should rise. The needle on the
pressure gauge for the Number 6 clutch should rise. With the transmission in the FORWARD
position, shift through the remaining forward speeds and return to the FIRST SPEED position.
Use the transmission direction and speed control lever or the upshift switch to change speeds.
The same pressure rise should be observed in each respective speed. This checks the operation
of all the speed clutches.

5. Perform Step 4 for all reverse speeds. The same pressure rise should be noted in all reverse
speeds.

If a pressure rise is noted, the solenoid and the related electrical circuit are functioning.

If a pressure rise is not noted, use a screwdriver to check that the solenoid coil is energized. If the
screwdriver is attracted to the solenoid coil, this indicates that the solenoid coil is energized. The
problem is in the solenoid cartridge. The problem could be a bent solenoid stem, a screen that is dirty
or plugged, or a spring that is weak or broken.

If the screwdriver does not indicate that the solenoid coil is energized, the problem is in the electrical
circuit.

Reference: For additional information about the transmission clutch solenoid modulating valves,
refer to the Service Manual module Systems Operation, "Modulating Valves (Clutch Solenoid)" for
the machine that is being serviced.

Reference: For additional information about calibrating the transmission clutch solenoid modulating
valves, refer to the Service Manual module Testing and Adjusting, "Calibration" for the machine that
is being serviced.

Reference: For additional information about electrical system troubleshooting, refer to the Service
Manual module Testing and Adjusting, "Troubleshooting Service Codes" for the machine that is
being serviced.

Transmission Clutch Pressure Test

Use the following procedure to check the pressure of the direction clutch oil and the speed clutch oil.

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Illustration 2 g00474494
Transmission Clutch Solenoid Modulating Valves

(A) Number 1 clutch pressure tap. (B) Number 2 clutch pressure tap. (C) Number 3 clutch pressure tap. (D)
Number 4 clutch pressure tap. (E) Number 5 clutch pressure tap. (F) Number 6 clutch pressure tap.

1. Install the correct hose assembly from the 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap (A)
through pressure tap (F). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 3400 kPa (0
to 580 psi) pressure gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .

2. Engage the parking brake. Shift the transmission direction and speed control lever to the
NEUTRAL position (if equipped). Shift the transmission direction control switch to the
NEUTRAL position (if equipped). Start the engine and operate the engine at low idle.

3. Place the transmission neutralizer override switch in the OFF position by depressing the top of
the switch.

4. Depress the right service brake pedal and hold the right service brake pedal. Release the parking
brake. Make sure that the machine is in first speed. Watch the pressure gauges. Shift the
transmission direction and speed control lever from the NEUTRAL position to the FORWARD
position (if equipped). Shift the transmission direction control switch from the NEUTRAL
position to the FORWARD position (if equipped). Increase the engine speed to high idle. Make
sure that the transmission oil is at normal operating temperature. The needle on the pressure
gauge for the Number 2 clutch should rise. The needle on the pressure gauge for the Number 6
clutch should rise. The pressure readings must be within the values in Table 3.

With the transmission in the FORWARD position, shift through the remaining forward speeds
and return to the FIRST SPEED position. Use the transmission direction and speed control
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lever (if equipped) or the upshift switch (if equipped) to change speeds. The pressure reading
for each energized clutch must be within the values in Table 3. This checks the pressure of all
the speed clutches.

5. Perform Step 4 for all reverse speeds. The same pressure levels should be noted in all reverse
speeds.

Transmission Clutch Pressure Adjustment

If the pressure reading for each energized clutch is not within the values in Table 3, the transmission
clutch solenoid modulating valve may need to be calibrated.

Reference: For more information, refer to the Transmission Clutch Engagement Calibration section
in the Service Manual module Testing and Adjusting, "Calibration" for the machine that is being
serviced.

Reference: For additional information about electrical system troubleshooting, refer to the Service
Manual module Testing and Adjusting, "Troubleshooting Service Codes" for the machine that is
being serviced.

Lubrication Oil Pressure Test

Use the following procedure to check the pressure of the transmission lubrication oil.
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Illustration 3 g00297289
Inlet for Transmission Lubrication Oil
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(G) Transmission lubrication pressure tap.

The inlet for the transmission lubrication oil is located on the right side of the machine.

1. Install the correct hose assembly from the 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap
(G). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 400 kPa (0 to 58 psi) pressure
gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .

2. Start the engine and operate the engine at high idle. Observe the pressure gauge. With the oil at
normal operating temperature, the lubrication oil pressure must be within the values in Table 3.

Torque Converter Outlet Pressure Test

Use the following procedure to check oil pressure at the torque converter outlet.
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Illustration 4 g00297293
Torque Converter Outlet

(H) Torque converter outlet pressure tap.

The torque converter outlet is located on the right side of the machine on the torque converter
housing.

1. Install the correct hose assembly from the 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap
(H). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 1000 kPa (0 to 145 psi) pressure
gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .
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2. Start the engine and operate the engine at high idle. Observe the pressure gauge. With the oil at
normal operating temperature, the torque converter outlet pressure must be within the values in
Table 3.

Transmission Oil Pump Pressure Test

Use the following procedure to check transmission oil pump pressure.

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Illustration 5 g00297296
Transmission Oil Filter

(J) Oil sampling valve for the transmission. (K) Pressure tap for the transmission oil pump.

The transmission oil filter is located above the parking brake on the left side of the machine.
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Illustration 6 g00297297
Transmission Hydraulic Control Relief Valve

(L) Pressure tap for the transmission oil pump. (M) Pressure tap for P3 torque converter inlet oil pressure.

The transmission hydraulic control relief valve is located on the left side of the machine on the torque
converter housing.

1. Install the correct hose assembly from the 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap
(K). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 3400 kPa (0 to 580 psi) pressure
gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .

2. Install the correct hose assembly from the 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap
(L). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 3400 kPa (0 to 580 psi) pressure
gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .

3. Start the engine and operate the engine at high idle. Observe the pressure gauges. With the oil at
normal operating temperature, the transmission oil pump pressure must be within the values in
Table 3.

Transmission Oil Pump Pressure Adjustment

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Illustration 7 g00297297
Transmission Hydraulic Control Relief Valve

(L) Pressure tap for the transmission oil pump. (M) Pressure tap for P3 torque converter inlet oil pressure.

The transmission hydraulic control relief valve is located on the left side of the machine on the torque
converter housing.
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Illustration 8 g00312809
Transmission Hydraulic Control Relief Valve

(N) Cover.

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Illustration 9 g00312810
Transmission Hydraulic Control Relief Valve

(P) Adjustment screw.

If the transmission oil pump pressure at pressure tap (L) is not within the values in Table 3, adjust the
spring of the transmission hydraulic control relief valve. Use the following procedure.

1. Remove cover (N) .

2. Turn adjustment screw (P) in the proper direction.

Turning the adjustment screw clockwise increases pump pressure. Turning the adjustment
screw counterclockwise decreases pump pressure. One full turn of the adjustment screw
changes pump pressure 160 kPa (23 psi).

3. Install cover (N) .

4. Check the transmission oil pump pressure again. Make sure that the transmission oil pump
pressure is within the value in Table 3.

Torque Converter Inlet Pressure Test

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Illustration 10 g00297297
Transmission Hydraulic Control Relief Valve

(L) Pressure tap for the transmission oil pump. (M) Pressure tap for P3 torque converter inlet oil pressure.

The transmission hydraulic control relief valve is located on the left side of the machine on the torque
converter housing.

1. Install the correct hose assembly from the 1U-5482 Pressure Adapter Group on pressure tap
(M). Attach the opposite end of the hose assembly to the 0 to 2000 kPa (0 to 290 psi) pressure
gauge in the 1U-5481 Pressure Gauge Group .

2. Start the engine and operate the engine at high idle. Observe the pressure gauge. With the oil at
normal operating temperature, the torque converter inlet pressure must be within the values in
Table 3.

Transmission Pressures

Table 3
Transmission Pressures (1)
Pressure Tap Specification Actual Pressure

(A) Number 1 clutch pressure

2760 ± 70 kPa (400 ± 10 psi)
(B) Number 2 clutch pressure
2760 ± 70 kPa (400 ± 10 psi)
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(C) Number 3 clutch pressure

2690 ± 70 kPa (390 ± 10 psi)

(D) Number 4 clutch pressure

2690 ± 70 kPa (390 ± 10 psi)

(E) Number 5 clutch pressure

2210 ± 70 kPa (320 ± 10 psi)

(F) Number 6 clutch pressure

2690 ± 70 kPa (390 ± 10 psi)

(G) Transmission lubrication pressure

105 kPa (15 psi) (minimum)

(H) Torque converter outlet pressure

415 ± 135 kPa (60 ± 20 psi)

(K) Transmission oil pump pressure

2897 ± 70 kPa (420 ± 10 psi)

(L) Transmission oil pump pressure

2897 ± 70 kPa (420 ± 10 psi)

(M) Torque converter inlet pressure

550 kPa (80 psi)
(1) Oil pressure at high idle.

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