Massey Ferguson P213 – HITCH: Park Brake Activated Solenoid High Amp Draw Dyna 6 (HITCH)

The electronic control unit has detected an abnormally high electrical current (amperage) draw on the circuit for the solenoid responsible for activating the Park Brake (part of the ParkLock system). A high amp draw is typically caused by a short circuit to ground, a short circuit to +12V, or an internal short within the solenoid coil itself.

• 7614
• 7615
• 7616
• 7618
• 7619
• 7620
• 7622
• 7624
• 7626
• Interim Tier 4 (2012-2015)
• 5700SL Series
• 5709SL
• 5710SL
• 5711SL
• 5712SL
• 5713SL
• 6600 Series
• 6613
• 6614
• 6615
• 6616
• 6700 S Series
• 6713 S
• 6714 S
• 6715 S
• 6716 S
• 6718 S
• 7600 Series
• 7700 Series
• 7700S Series
• 7715
• 7716
• 7718
• 7719
• 7720
• 7722
• 7724
• 7726
• 6S Series
• 7S Series
• 6S.135 to 6S.180
• 7S.145 to 7S.180

1. 1

   Inspect the Wiring Harness: Trace the wiring from the HITCH controller to the Park Brake Activated Solenoid on the transmission valve block. Look for chafed insulation, pinched wires, or melted areas that could cause a short to ground or a short to another power wire.

2. 2

   Check the Connector: Disconnect the electrical plug at the solenoid. Inspect the pins for corrosion, moisture, or damage that could bridge the connection and cause a short.

3. 3

   Test the Solenoid Coil Resistance: Using a multimeter, measure the resistance across the pins of the solenoid coil. A reading of zero or near-zero ohms confirms the coil is internally shorted and must be replaced.

4. 4

   Test the Circuit: With the solenoid disconnected, turn the ignition on and test the harness side for a short to ground or a short to +12V. If a short is present in the harness, the wiring must be repaired before replacing the solenoid to prevent damaging the new part.

1. 1

   Disconnect Power

   Turn off the tractor and disconnect the negative battery terminal to prevent electrical spikes.

2. 2

   Locate the Solenoid

   Locate the ParkLock valve block on the transmission housing. Identify the Park Brake Activated Solenoid.

3. 3

   Disconnect Wiring

   Unplug the electrical connector from the faulty solenoid.

4. 4

   Remove the Coil

   Remove the retaining nut or clip at the top of the solenoid valve stem. Slide the faulty solenoid coil off the valve stem. (Note: You usually do not need to open the hydraulic system to replace just the coil, preventing fluid loss).

5. 5

   Install the New Coil

   Slide the new solenoid coil onto the valve stem and secure it with the retaining nut/clip. Do not overtighten.

6. 6

   Reconnect

   Plug the electrical connector back into the new solenoid. Reconnect the battery.

7. 7

   Clear Codes and Test

   Clear the fault codes using a diagnostic tool. Start the tractor and test the ParkLock system by engaging and disengaging the park brake to ensure proper operation and verify that code P213 does not return.