Fendt B.1.23 – A002 and A004: CAN Bus - Communication fault between A004 - Control console and Teach-in (program run)
Issue description
Communications error between the control console and the Variotronic Ti system. The "Teach-in" function (Variotronic Ti) will not operate.
Applies to these machines
50 machines- 409 Vario
- 410 Vario
- 411 Vario
- 412 Vario
- 711 Vario
- 712 Vario
- 714 Vario
- 715 Vario
- 716 Vario
- 717 Vario
- 718 Vario
- 916 Vario
- 920 Vario
- 924 Vario
- 926 Vario
- 930 Vario
- 411 Vario COM III
- 412 Vario COM III
- 413 Vario COM III
- 414 Vario COM III
- 415 Vario COM III
- 712 Vario COM III
- 714 Vario COM III
- 716 Vario COM III
- 718 Vario COM III
- 818 Vario COM III
- 820 Vario COM III
- 300 Vario
- 400 Vario
- 409
- 410
- 411
- 412
- 415
- 700 Vario
- 711
- 712
- 714
- 716
- 718
- 800 Vario
- 815
- 817
- 818
- 900 Vario
- 916
- 920
- 924
- 926
- 930
Check the cause
Verify the voltage supply for the CAN Bus on printed circuit board A013 (specifically check fuses F040 and F041).
Check the CAN Bus wiring harness and connectors between the A002 ECU (enhanced control) and the A004 Control console.
Check if other CAN Bus faults are present (such as B.1.24 or B.1.42), which could indicate a broader CAN network failure.
Repair steps
Power Down
Turn off the tractor ignition and disconnect the battery before servicing electrical components.
Fuse Replacement
If fuses F040 or F041 on circuit board A013 are blown, replace them and retest the system.
Harness Repair
If diagnostic checks reveal damaged wiring or corroded pins at the connectors for A002 or A004, repair the wiring harness or replace the damaged connector pins.
Module Replacement/Repair
If the wiring and power supply are intact, the fault lies internally within the A004 Control console or the A002 ECU. Remove the right mudguard panel in the cab to access these modules. Replace or send the A004 Control console out for specialized circuit board repair.
EOL Programming
If the A002 ECU or A004 Control console is replaced, End of Line (EOL) programming and software flashing (Variotronic) using FENDIAS diagnostic software will be required to marry the new module to the tractor's network.
Parts you might need
(3)A004 Control Console
Specific OEM part numbers vary heavily by exact chassis number and options; refer to the Fendt Epsilon parts catalog with the tractor's VIN.
A002 ECU, Enhanced Control
Generic name: Enhanced Control Unit / EST Comfort Control Module
Fuses
Standard automotive fuses for F040 and F041 on the A013 board.
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