Massey Ferguson 0B.X.05 – Mid Mount Valve Module: Loader Mid Mount Electro Valve Solenoid Low Amp Draw

The system has detected that the electrical current (amperage) being drawn by the solenoid that controls the mid-mount loader valve is lower than the expected operational threshold. This typically points to an electrical issue such as an open circuit, high electrical resistance, a failing solenoid coil winding, or a damaged wiring harness/connector.

• 5710SL
• 5711SL
• 5712SL
• 5713SL
• T4
• 5600 Series iT4
• 5608
• 5609
• 5610
• 5611
• 5612
• 5613
• 4700 Series
• 5700SL Series
• 7600 Series
• 7700 Series

1. 1

   Inspect the wiring harness and connectors running from the Mid Mount Valve Module to the loader valve block for pinched wires, chafing, or broken lines.

2. 2

   Disconnect the plug at the mid-mount valve solenoid and check for water ingress, dirt, or corroded pins, which can cause high resistance.

3. 3

   Using a multimeter, measure the resistance (Ohms) across the pins of the solenoid coil. If the multimeter reads OL (open loop) or an unusually high resistance, the internal windings are broken.

4. 4

   With the tractor on and the loader joystick actuated, check for proper voltage reaching the solenoid connector to rule out a module or joystick spool position sensor issue.

1. 1

   Safety First

   Lower the loader to the ground to relieve all hydraulic system pressure. Turn off the tractor and disconnect the battery to prevent electrical shorts.

2. 2

   Locate the Valve

   Locate the mid-mount valve block, which is typically mounted under the right side of the cab or along the tractor frame where the loader hydraulic lines connect.

3. 3

   Disconnect Electrical

   Unplug the electrical connector from the faulty solenoid.

4. 4

   Remove the Solenoid

   Depending on the specific valve block design, either unscrew the retaining nut at the end of the stem and slide the electromagnetic coil off, or use a wrench to unthread the entire solenoid cartridge valve from the block.

5. 5

   Install New Part

   Slide the new coil onto the stem (or thread the new cartridge valve into the block, ensuring O-rings are lubricated with clean hydraulic fluid). Tighten to OEM torque specs.

6. 6

   Reassemble and Test

   Reconnect the electrical plug, reconnect the battery, and start the tractor. Test the loader joystick to ensure smooth operation and verify that the 0B.X.05 code has cleared.