Case IH 2375 – Transmission Control Unit (TCU) / Central Control Unit (CCU): Creeper - cold oil
Issue description
The transmission oil is too cold for the creeper gear (super-reducer) to engage properly, which can cause an inconsistent relationship between the transmission output speed and the engine speed. Cold oil can delay the engagement of the lever, and the operator may have to engage the lever several times before the tractor will move.
Applies to these machines
6 machines- Puma/Mid Range Magnum
- Puma Series: 130, 145, 150, 160, 165, 170, 180, 185, 195, 200, 210, 215, 220, 225, 230, 240
- Maxxum Series: 110, 115, 120, 125, 130, 135, 145
- Magnum Series: 180, 190, 200, 210, 220, 225, 240, 340
- Farmall Series: 40, 45, 50 (with CVT)
- Steiger Series
Check the cause
Drive the unit to raise the transmission oil temperature. Normal operating temperature for fluid calibration/testing is typically above 60°C (140°F).
Once the oil is warm, attempt to engage and disengage the creeper gear to see if the code clears.
Check the transmission wiring harness for short circuits or open circuits.
Repair steps
Harness Repair
If a short circuit or open circuit is found during the diagnostic inspection, repair or replace the affected transmission wire harness as required.
Software Update
If the wire harness is okay but the fault recurs, connect your diagnostic tool and download the correct/latest level of software to the transmission controller.
Module Replacement
If the fault still recurs after a software flash and harness verification, remove and replace the Central Control Unit (CCU) / Transmission Controller.
Sensor/Valve Verification
Verify that the Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor is reading accurately and that the Creeper Solenoid Valve is not sticking due to cold, thick fluid.
Parts you might need
(7)Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor
87484581Fits modern Puma, Maxxum, and Magnum series.
Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor
450519A1Fits MX series tractors (MX100, MX110, MX120, MX135).
Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor
82028133Alternate temperature sensor for various Case IH applications.
Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor
48013815Alternate temperature sensor for various Case IH applications.
Creeper Solenoid Valve
84273815Solenoid Valve for modern Case IH creeper circuits.
Transmission Creeper Solenoid Valve
1958159C2Fits older Magnum 7110-8950 series.
Central Control Unit (CCU) / Transmission Wire Harness
Part numbers vary heavily by specific chassis PIN/Serial Number.
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