U55

Case IH U55 – Transmission / EDC (Electronic Draft Control) Controller: PTO Engaged When Calibrating

Issue description

The Power Take-Off (PTO) was either manually switched on or detected as engaged by the system during a PTO twist sensor or transmission calibration procedure.

Applies to these machines

  • MXM
  • Case IH MXM120
  • Case IH MXM130
  • Case IH MXM140
  • Case IH MXM155
  • Case IH MXM175
  • Case IH MXM190

Check the cause

  1. Verify the PTO switch on the right-hand console is physically in the OFF position before starting the calibration.

  2. Use the tractor's built-in 'H-Menu' diagnostic mode (specifically the H5 menu) to verify if the PTO switch is functioning correctly and sending the proper open/closed signals to the module.

  3. Inspect the wiring harness and connections between the PTO switch and the Transmission/EDC module for shorts to power that might falsely tell the module the PTO is engaged.

Repair steps

  1. Turn OFF the PTO

    Ensure the PTO switch is disengaged.

  2. Repeat Calibration

    Restart the PTO twist sensor or transmission torque calibration procedure from the beginning.

  3. Replace Faulty Switch

    If the U55 code immediately returns despite the switch being physically off, and the H5 diagnostic menu confirms the switch is stuck in the 'closed/engaged' state, remove the right-hand console trim, disconnect the 4-pin harness, and replace the PTO switch.

  4. Final Calibration

    Once the new switch is installed, successfully complete the calibration procedure.

Parts you might need

(7)
  • PTO Command Switch / Push-Pull Switch

    82027012

    Common 4-pin type for MXM120-MXM155

  • PTO Command Switch / Push-Pull Switch

    82016444

    Common 4-pin type for MXM120-MXM155

  • Electro-Hydraulic PTO Clutch Solenoid Actuator Switch

    82028271
  • Electro-Hydraulic PTO Clutch Solenoid Actuator Switch

    87311254
  • External fender-mounted PTO switch

    82024183
  • External fender-mounted PTO switch

    82025543
  • PTO Command Switch / Push-Pull Switch

    S.152361

    Aftermarket alternative (Sparex)

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