John Deere 522847.16 – XMC: Steering Control Valve, Current Too High

The control software has registered abnormally high current in the return line of the steering control valve's left-steer solenoid, indicating a short to a 12V voltage source or an internal short within the solenoid coil itself.

• 6110M
• 6120M
• 6130M
• 6145M
• 6155M
• 6175M
• 6195M
• 6110R
• 6120R
• 6130R
• 6145R
• 6155R
• 6175R
• 6195R
• 6215R
• 8235R
• 8245R
• 8260R
• 8285R
• 8310R
• 8335R
• 8360R
• 8400R
• 8310RT
• 8335RT
• 8360RT
• 9470RT
• 9520RT
• 9570RT
• 6145J
• 6165J
• 6180J
• 6205J

1. 1

   Inspect the wiring harness running from the XMC/XMA module to the steering control valve for rubbed-through insulation, pinched wires, or melted areas that could cause the steer-left circuit to short to a 12V power source.

2. 2

   Disconnect the harness at the steer left solenoid and at the XMC module. Check for moisture, corrosion, or bent pins that could bridge circuits.

3. 3

   Using a multimeter, measure the resistance across the pins of the steer left solenoid. Compare the reading to the OEM specification. A reading of near zero ohms indicates the solenoid coil is internally shorted.

4. 4

   With the key ON (engine off) and the solenoid disconnected, probe the harness connector to ensure it is not receiving constant 12V power when the steering command is inactive.

1. 1

   Power Down

   Turn off the tractor, remove the key, and disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent accidental shorts or steering actuation.

2. 2

   Locate the Valve

   Locate the AutoTrac™ / ActiveCommand Steering control valve block (location varies by model, often mounted near the front axle, under the cab, or along the frame rail).

3. 3

   Repair Wiring

   If the diagnostic checks revealed a short to voltage in the wiring harness, repair the damaged section of the wire using weather-sealed splice connectors, or replace the affected harness section.

4. 4

   Replace the Solenoid/Valve

   If the solenoid coil failed the resistance test, remove the retaining nut/screws holding the steer left solenoid to the valve block. Note: On some John Deere steering valves, the solenoids are not serviced separately, and the entire proportional steering control valve assembly must be replaced.

5. 5

   Reassembly

   Install the new solenoid or valve block. Torque all hydraulic fittings and solenoid retaining nuts to OEM specifications. Reconnect the electrical harness.

6. 6

   Calibration and Clearing

   Reconnect the battery. Use a John Deere diagnostic monitor (Service ADVISOR™) to clear the 522847.16 fault code. You may need to perform a steering valve calibration procedure via the cab monitor before the AutoTrac™ system will re-engage.

7. 7

   Test

   Start the machine, check for hydraulic leaks, and test the steering system manually and via AutoTrac™ to ensure the code does not return.