A.30.21

Massey Ferguson A.30.21 – Control unit dashboard / Instrument Panel: External Hydraulic Valve 3 Issue

Issue description

Indicates a potential fault, blockage, or electrical issue within the third external hydraulic remote/spool valve circuit.

Applies to these machines

  • 5710SL
  • 5711SL
  • 5712SL
  • 5713SL
  • T4
  • 4707
  • 4708
  • 4709
  • 4710
  • 5608
  • 5609
  • 5610
  • 5611
  • 5612
  • 5613
  • 7614
  • 7615
  • 7616
  • 7618
  • 7619
  • 7620
  • 7622
  • 7624
  • 7626
  • 7714
  • 7715
  • 7715S
  • 7716
  • 7716S
  • 7718
  • 7718S
  • 7719
  • 7720
  • 7720S
  • 7722
  • 7722S
  • 7724
  • 7724S
  • 7726
  • 7726S

Check the cause

  1. Perform a system reset by stopping the tractor and restarting the engine to see if the valve unlocks from a transient error.

  2. Verify the hydraulic fluid level and condition, and check for suction leaks, clogged hydraulic filters, or pump drive issues.

  3. Inspect the valve position sensor line and wiring harness for electrical shorts or open circuits.

  4. Attempt to delete the error code from the dashboard using a diagnostic tool; if it returns immediately, the valve is hard-faulted and requires mechanical intervention.

Repair steps

  1. Relieve hydraulic pressure

    Ensure the tractor is turned off and relieve all hydraulic system pressure before servicing.

  2. Locate valve

    Locate External Hydraulic Valve 3 on the rear hydraulic block.

  3. Disconnect electrical harness

    Disconnect the electrical harness connected to the valve's solenoid/position sensor.

  4. Unbolt valve

    Unbolt the external hydraulic valve from the lift cover or valve stack.

  5. Inspect valve

    Inspect the valve for physical blockages. If the valve does not return to the neutral position mechanically, the spool may be scored or damaged.

  6. Replace valve or solenoid

    Replace the faulty valve or solenoid.

  7. Replace O-rings

    Whenever remounting the valve, always replace the mounting O-rings to prevent pressure leaks.

  8. Reinstall and refill

    Reinstall the valve, reconnect the hoses and electrical connectors, and top off the hydraulic fluid.

  9. Clear code and test

    Clear the error code from the dashboard and test the remote.

Parts you might need

(4)
  • External Hydraulic Valve Kit (Single Spool, Double Acting)

    TS3200M

    TISCO / Aftermarket replacement kit

  • Hydraulic Valve Mounting O-Ring Kit

    SMA-DHPN485A
  • O-Ring

    195561M1

    Hydraulic oil pipe to lift cover

  • Hose Connector Kit for External Hydraulic Valve

    H10167

    Used for connecting hydraulic hose kits to the external valve block

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