Case IH 2600 (519375.17) - DEC – Transmission Controller (TCU): Transmission Pressure Sensor - Pressure too low
Issue description
Regulated transmission system pressure has dropped below the low transmission pressure limit, or there has been a failure in the pressure sensing circuit for more than 0.5 seconds.
Applies to these machines
18 machines- MAXXUM T4E
- VESTRUM CVX
- STX Series
- Puma Series (130-240)
- Magnum Series (235-380)
- Steiger Series (280-620)
- Quadtrac / Rowtrac Series
- Maxxum Series (110-150)
- MXU Utility Series
- 2377
- 2388
- 2577
- 2588
- 5088
- 6088
- 7088
- CPX620
- 625
Check the cause
Check transmission fluid levels and condition to ensure fluid is not low or dirty, which can trigger pressure faults
Visually inspect the transmission pressure sensor wiring harness and electrical plug connections for damage, short circuits, or loose connections
Access the Trans View and Trans Setup menus on the tractor's programmable display to retrieve, record, and clear any active fault codes
Verify actual system pressure to determine if the issue is a faulty sensor reading or a true hydraulic pressure drop in the regulator valve
Repair steps
Locate the Sensor
The transmission fluid pressure sensor is typically threaded into the transmission control valve, attached to the side of the transmission case, or located within the hydraulic pressure circuits.
Remove the Faulty Sensor
Disconnect the 2-pin male spade terminal block harness. Unthread the hex bolt stem base of the sensor from the transmission housing.
Install the Replacement Sensor
Thread the new sensor into the port and reconnect the wiring harness.
Calibrate the Transmission Controller
Turn the key to the ON position (engine not running) with a fully charged battery and all accessories off. Enter the instrumentation operation setup by pressing and holding the PROG key for 3 seconds within the first 10 seconds of turning the key. Navigate to the TRANS SETUP menu using the DECR and PROG keys. Follow the on-screen prompts to calibrate the transmission components. Once the fill process is finished, press the PROG key to exit transmission calibration.
Parts you might need
(8)Transmission Pressure Sensor
84423987CNH / Case IH / Ford / New Holland
Hydraulic Transmission Pressure Switch
873847552-Pin male spade terminal, hex stem body. Fits Puma, Maxxum, MXU, and New Holland T6/T7 series.
Hydraulic Transmission Pressure Switch
844390552-Pin male spade terminal, hex stem body. Fits Puma, Maxxum, MXU, and New Holland T6/T7 series.
Transmission Pressure Sensor
375644A1Fits Case IH Magnum, Steiger, Quadtrac, and New Holland T8/T9 series.
Transmission Pressure Sensor
404450A1CNH
Transmission Oil Pressure Sensor
308497A1High Pressure Switch
369798A2Fits Case IH Combines/Harvesters
High Pressure Switch
369798A1Fits Case IH Combines/Harvesters
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