Massey Ferguson A.51.29: External Hydraulic Valve 5 Issue
Issue description
Malfunction or communication failure within the circuit of the fifth external hydraulic remote (spool valve) on the tractor.
Applies to these machines
40 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
Retrieve and verify the active DTCs using a diagnostic tool or interface device compatible with Massey Ferguson tractors.
Check the electrical connections and wiring harness leading to External Hydraulic Valve 5 for connection problems.
Test the pilot pressure control for the electric spool valve to ensure it is receiving and sending the correct hydraulic pressure and electrical signals.
Repair steps
Disconnect battery
Disconnect the tractor's battery to ensure safety while working on the electrical hydraulic systems.
Locate valve
Locate External Hydraulic Valve 5 (the electric spool slice) at the rear hydraulic block.
Inspect and clean connector
Inspect and clean the electrical connector. If the wiring is damaged, repair or replace the pigtail/harness.
Remove faulty valve
If the valve itself has failed internally, remove the mounting bolts and hydraulic lines to extract the faulty electric spool slice.
Install replacement valve
Install the replacement electric spool slice (e.g., OEM 3797234M6).
Program ECU
The new electric spool slice must be programmed to the tractor's ECU using a dealer diagnostic tool for it to function correctly.
Clear DTCs and test
Clear the DTCs from the system and test the hydraulic remote for proper operation.
Parts you might need
(6)Electric Spool Slice (Valve Unit)
3797234M6Alternate/superseded numbers: 3797234M5, 3797234M4, 3797234M3, 3796930M12. This is an electronic component that requires programming to the tractor upon installation.
Pilot Pressure Control for Electric Spool Valve
R917008801Spool Valve Repair Kit
3176423M91Used for restoring hydraulic spool valve performance and replacing seals.
Mechanical Spool Valve
3597161M93For older/different configurations.
Mechanical Spool Valve
3904737M1For older/different configurations.
Mechanical Spool Valve
1696239M93For older/different configurations.
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