Massey Ferguson A.83.13: External Hydraulic Valve 8 Issue
Issue description
Indicates a fault or potential issue within the circuit of the 8th external hydraulic remote valve. This is likely an electrical connection or communication failure with the valve's solenoid.
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
Check the Datatronic 5 Terminal: Navigate to the hydraulics page to verify the status, naming, and flow settings of 'Valve 8'. Ensure the valve is properly assigned and that flow parameters are not zeroed out.
Inspect Connections: Inspect the wiring harness and electrical connector at the external hydraulic valve block for corrosion, backed-out pins, or wire chafing.
Retrieve Active Codes: Use a compatible diagnostic tool to see if the code is active or stored, and check for accompanying codes that might indicate a broader hydraulic system failure.
Repair steps
Clean area
Clean the area around the hydraulic lift cover to prevent debris from entering the system.
Remove bolts
Remove the bolts securing the cap/plate on the hydraulic lift cover.
Remove cap
Carefully remove the cap and detach it from the standpipe, ensuring that the standpipe is not dislodged from its seat in the hydraulic pump.
Fit standpipe
If installing a new base plate or selector valve, fit the standpipe into the inlet port of the new base plate.
Fit base plate
Fit the new base plate to the lift cover, ensuring the standpipe is correctly located into its seat.
Secure base plate
Secure the base plate to the lift cover using the appropriate hardware.
Mount control valve
Mount the new external control valve to the base plate and secure it with bolts.
Reconnect components
Reconnect the hydraulic hoses (typically 3/8" BSPP ports) and the electrical solenoid connector.
Test system
Test the system for leaks and verify operation via the tractor's terminal.
Parts you might need
(4)External Hydraulic Control Valve / Hydraulic Selector Diverter Valve
1860100M95OEM Reference for MF Diverter Valves
External Hydraulic Control Valve / Hydraulic Selector Diverter Valve
1696239M92OEM Reference for MF Diverter Valves
Lift Cover Plate
180908M1Replaced by valve
Hydro-Pack P510 Special Control Valve
Aftermarket Option (Double acting, 3/8" ports)
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