Massey Ferguson 0A.41.20 – Onboard diagnostic (OBD) system: External Hydraulic Valve 4 Issue
Issue description
Malfunction with the fourth external hydraulic valve. A closely related code (0A.41.FF) indicates a connection problem, providing context that the issue is likely electrical or connection-based.
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
Enter Diagnostic Mode on the tractor's control panel to view active or stored error codes
Inspect the wiring harness and electrical connectors leading to External Hydraulic Valve 4 for corrosion, loose pins, or damage
Use a compatible Massey Ferguson diagnostic tool or interface device to verify the exact nature of the fault before replacing parts
Repair steps
Address the Root Cause
Repair any damaged wiring or secure loose connections at the hydraulic valve. If the valve itself has failed internally, replace the spool valve assembly.
Clear the DTC
Once the physical repair is complete, use the diagnostic tool to clear the fault codes. Clearing codes without fixing the underlying issue will result in the code returning.
Confirm Repair
Run the tractor and operate the hydraulic system to ensure the onboard diagnostic system confirms no DTCs are present.
Parts you might need
(8)Hydraulic remote valve
1860100M95Often sold in kits with lift cover 180908M1
Spool Valve
3596140M91Fits 300, 4200, 4300, and 5300 series
Spool Valve Assembly
1696239M93Spool Valve Assembly
1696239M92Spool valve
3597161M93For various 300 series models
Spool valve
3904737M1For various 300 series models
Spool valve
3904736M1For various 300 series models
Lift cover
180908M1Often sold in kits with hydraulic remote valve 1860100M95
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