John Deere 630.13 – PL3: Calibration Fault / Not Calibrated

Generated when the control software detects that a specific module or the transmission it controls has not completed its required calibration routine, or the calibration memory has been cleared, interrupted, or corrupted.

• 6110R
• 6120R
• 6130R
• 6145R
• 6155R
• 6175R
• 6195R
• 6215R

1. 1

   Determine if a calibration was recently aborted, or if the module software was recently updated/flashed (which automatically clears existing calibration values).

2. 2

   Look for other active diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) related to speed sensors, clutch pedal potentiometers (e.g., PL3 524173.02), or supply voltage (e.g., PL3 000158.03/04) that will actively prevent a successful calibration.

3. 3

   Ensure the transmission hydraulic fluid is at the proper operating temperature (cold oil will cause calibration to fail or time out) and verify the transmission oil level is correct.

1. 1

   Warm Up

   Run the tractor until the transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.

2. 2

   Prepare the Tractor

   Park on a level surface, engage the park brake, ensure the transmission is in neutral, and turn off all implements/PTO.

3. 3

   Access Calibration Menu

   Access the transmission calibration mode. This can usually be done through the tractor's CommandCenter display monitor or by connecting a laptop with John Deere Service Advisor.

4. 4

   Run Calibration

   Initiate the Direct Drive transmission calibration. The system will prompt you to set the engine RPM to a specific speed.

5. 5

   Automated Process

   Allow the automated calibration process to run. The PL3 module will cycle through the clutches and ranges to learn the fill volumes and engagement pressures. Do not touch the pedals or levers during this process.

6. 6

   Save Parameters

   If the calibration completes successfully, cycle the key (turn the tractor off, wait a few minutes, and restart) to save the parameters to the module's memory. The 000630.13 code should change from 'Active' to 'Stored' and can then be cleared.

7. 7

   If Calibration Fails

   If the tractor refuses to calibrate or drops out of calibration, hook up pressure gauges to the transmission test ports to verify that clutch and hydro pressures are within specification. A failure here usually points to a faulty control solenoid or speed sensor.