Id781Bh / 781Bh

CLAAS Id781Bh / 781Bh – HYD (A60): Front Lifting Position Sensor Signal Short-Circuited at Ground

Issue description

The voltage of the signal from the front lifting position sensor is short-circuited at ground, causing the front lifting mechanism to operate without position checks.

Applies to these machines

  • Axion 800
  • Axion 810
  • Axion 830
  • Axion 840
  • Axion 850
  • Axion 920
  • Axion 950
  • Axion 960
  • Arion 530
  • Arion 550
  • Arion 620
  • Arion 650
  • Xerion 3300
  • Xerion 3800

Check the cause

  1. Inspect the front lifting position sensor (B139-1).

  2. Verify the condition of the hydraulic module HYD (A60).

  3. Check the connectors and the continuity of the wiring harnesses linking the B139-1 sensor to the A60 module.

  4. Test the supply harness for a short-circuit to ground or an open circuit, as harness damage is a common trigger for this specific code.

Repair steps

  1. Disconnect battery

    Before working on the electrical or hydraulic systems, always disconnect the battery negative (–) cable.

  2. Locate sensor

    Locate the front lifting position sensor (B139-1) on the front linkage assembly.

  3. Remove faulty sensor

    If wiring tests confirm the harness is intact but the sensor is internally shorted to ground, remove the faulty sensor.

  4. Install and adjust new sensor

    Install the new sensor, observing physical adjustment dimensions (e.g., on Xerion 3300/3800 models, the adjustment dimension is 140+1 mm for a standard front linkage, or 70+1 mm for a pivoting linkage).

  5. Calibrate sensor

    After replacement, calibrate the front lifting position sensor using the CLAAS Diagnostic System (CDS) so the calibration values are relearned by the HYD module.

Parts you might need

(1)
  • Front Lifting Position Sensor

    Component B139-1. Ensure you specify whether the tractor has a standard front linkage or a pivoting front linkage.

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