Massey Ferguson 0A.22.18 – Mid Mount Valve Module: External Hydraulic Valve 2 Issue
Issue description
Malfunction or communication failure within the circuit of the second external hydraulic remote valve (often referred to as a spool valve or electric spool slice).
Applies to these machines
37 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
- 5608
- 5609
- 5610
- 5611
- 5612
- 5613
- 7614
- 7615
- 7616
- 7618
- 7619
- 7620
- 7622
- 7624
- 7626
Check the cause
Inspect the wiring harness and connector at External Hydraulic Valve 2 for corrosion, damage, or loose pins
Verify the spool position sensor value using a compatible diagnostic tool to check for out-of-range values
Check for communication errors between the Dash and the Mid Mount Valve Module
Repair steps
Verify fault code and monitor live data
Connect a compatible diagnostic tool to retrieve and verify the active 0A.22.18 code and monitor the live data for External Valve 2.
Inspect and clean connector
Inspect and clean the electrical connector at the External Hydraulic Valve 2 module.
Replace and reprogram valve module
If the wiring is intact but the spool position sensor is failing, the electric spool slice (valve module) or its pilot pressure control may need to be replaced and reprogrammed to the tractor.
Clear DTCs
Clear the DTCs after the repair is completed to verify the fix.
Parts you might need
(5)Electric Spool Slice
3797234M6Requires programming to the tractor upon installation. Compatible with various 6400, 6600, and 7400 series models.
Pilot Pressure Control for Electric Spool Valve
R917008801Hydraulic Spool Valve
3795751M3Mechanical Spool Valve
1696239M93Fitment varies by model, typically older or lower-spec series like the 300 series.
Mechanical Spool Valve
3597161M93Fitment varies by model, typically older or lower-spec series like the 300 series.
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