Massey Ferguson A.60.27: External Hydraulic Valve 6 Issue
Issue description
Indicates a fault—most commonly a connection problem, electrical failure, or solenoid issue—specifically isolated to the 6th external hydraulic remote valve.
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
Use a compatible Massey Ferguson diagnostic tool to retrieve the code and confirm it is active
Locate the external hydraulic valve stack at the rear of the tractor and identify Valve 6
Inspect the wiring harness, plug, and pins leading to Valve 6 for corrosion, moisture, or physical damage (connection problems are the primary cause)
Check for proper voltage and ground at the valve connector
Test the resistance of the Valve 6 solenoid to determine if the coil has failed internally
Repair steps
Power Down
Turn off the tractor and disconnect the battery to prevent electrical shorts during repair.
Clean and Repair Connections
If the diagnostic checks revealed a loose or corroded connector at Valve 6, clean the contacts with electrical contact cleaner. Repair or replace any damaged wiring in the harness.
Replace the Solenoid/Valve
If the wiring is sound but the solenoid failed the resistance test, remove the retaining hardware on the Valve 6 slice and replace the faulty solenoid (or the entire electronic spool valve slice, depending on the stack's modularity).
Reassemble and Clear Codes
Reconnect the battery. Connect your diagnostic interface device to the tractor and clear the 0A.60.27 DTC.
Operational Test
Start the tractor and actuate the 6th hydraulic remote to ensure the valve operates smoothly and the code does not return.
Parts you might need
(3)External Hydraulic Valve 6 Solenoid / Electronic Spool Valve Assembly
Exact OEM part number for the Tier 4 electronic valve slice is not specified and depends on the specific tractor model's valve stack configuration.
Mechanical remote valve
1860100M95Used on older mechanical Massey Ferguson remote valves.
Mechanical remote valve
180908M1Used on older mechanical Massey Ferguson remote valves.
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