Massey Ferguson 0A.20.11 – Mid Mount Valve Module: External Hydraulic Valve 2 Issue
Issue description
Indicates a malfunction within the second external hydraulic remote/spool valve circuit. This can be caused by a connection problem on the hydraulic valve, an issue with the spool position sensor value, or a communication failure between the dash and the valve module.
Applies to these machines
41 machines- 7724S
- 5712SL
- 7722
- 7722S
- 5713SL
- 7720S
- 7716
- 7718
- T4
- 7715
- 5710SL
- 7726
- 7726S
- 5711SL
- 7718S
- 7719
- 7714
- 7716S
- 7720
- Tier 4 (2015-2021)
- 7715S
- 7724
- 4707
- 4708
- 4709
- 4710
- 5608
- 5609
- 5610
- 5611
- 5612
- 5613
- 7614
- 7615
- 7616
- 7618
- 7619
- 7620
- 7622
- 7624
- 7626
Check the cause
Inspect Electrical Connections: Check the wiring harness and connectors at External Hydraulic Valve 2 for corrosion, backed-out pins, or physical damage.
Test the Spool Position Sensor: Verify the sensor is reading correctly and sending the proper voltage/signal back to the control module.
Check CAN Communication: Ensure there is proper communication between the Dash and the Valve Module.
Mechanical Inspection: Check the valve body for debris or sticking spools that could prevent the valve from actuating properly.
Repair steps
Depressurize the System
Turn off the tractor and relieve all hydraulic pressure from the system before beginning work.
Disconnect Electronics
Unplug the electrical harness from the External Hydraulic Valve 2 solenoid and spool position sensor.
Remove the Valve
Unscrew the retaining plugs/bolts. Carefully extract the valve body (spool slice), recovering any shims, springs, and O-rings.
Inspect and Replace
If the valve is mechanically bound or the internal sensor has failed, replace the Electric Spool Slice.
Reassembly
Fit the new valve body into the hydraulic block using new O-rings. Tighten the retaining plugs to the OEM specified torque (e.g., 50-60 Nm depending on the specific block).
Refill and Test
Top up the transmission/hydraulic oil level.
Programming
Crucial step — New electric spool slices must be programmed/calibrated to the tractor using a compatible Massey Ferguson diagnostic tool.
Clear Codes
Clear the 0A.20.11 DTC and test the hydraulic circuit for proper operation and leaks.
Parts you might need
(4)Electric Spool Slice (Valve Body)
3797234M6Replaces older numbers: 3797234M5, 3797234M4, 3797234M3, 3796930M12, R917007388. Requires programming to the tractor upon installation.
Pilot Pressure Control for Electric Spool Valve
R917008801Spool / Axle Position Sensor
7300160101Fits a wide variety of 5600, 7600, and 7700 series tractors.
Spool / Axle Position Sensor
67549Fits a wide variety of 5600, 7600, and 7700 series tractors.
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