Massey Ferguson 8.01.A0 – HITCH: Rear Hitch Module Internal Issue, Lost Calibration (HITCH)

The controller managing the rear 3-point linkage has either lost its positional calibration parameters or has suffered an internal logic failure.

• 5710SL
• 5711SL
• 5712SL
• 5713SL
• T4
• 4707
• 4708
• 4709
• 4710
• 5608
• 5609
• 5610
• 5611
• 5612
• 5613
• 7714
• 7715
• 7715S
• 7716
• 7716S
• 7718
• 7718S
• 7719
• 7720
• 7720S

1. 1

   Attempt a manual recalibration of the rear hitch before replacing the module

2. 2

   Check if the module accepts and retains calibration, which indicates the issue was likely a voltage drop or software glitch

3. 3

   If the calibration aborts, fails to complete, or the code immediately returns upon restarting the tractor, suspect an internal hardware failure requiring module replacement

1. 1

   Start the tractor and ensure the engine is running at a minimum of 1600 RPM.

   Ensure engine speed is sufficient for calibration.

2. 2

   Navigate to the Lower Hitch calibration screen on the tractor's display.

   Access the calibration menu.

3. 3

   Press and hold the PROG (Program) key.

   The screen will display "Hitch Lower ON".

4. 4

   Continue holding the key until the hitch lowers completely to define the low stop.

   This sets the bottom limit of the hitch travel.

5. 5

   Once the hitch is fully lowered, press the PROG key again to advance to the next screen.

   Proceed to the high stop calibration.

6. 6

   Follow the on-screen prompts to raise the hitch to define the high stop.

   The system will automatically measure the position sensor signals and solenoid valve currents.

7. 7

   Save the calibration.

   Note: Pressing the INCR or DECR keys during this process will abort the calibration.

8. 8

   Cycle the key.

   If code 8.01.A0 returns, proceed to replace the Rear Hitch Module.