Massey Ferguson V111 – Mid Mount Valve Module / Autotronic 5: External Hydraulic Valve 1 Issue

Malfunction within the first external hydraulic remote valve circuit. The underlying condition is typically an electrical connection problem to the hydraulic valve actuator, a failure of the spool position sensor, or a mechanical failure preventing the valve from operating correctly.

• 7616
• 5612
• 7622
• Interim Tier 4 (2012-2015)
• 7614
• 5611
• 7615
• 5610
• 5613
• 7620
• 5609
• 7618
• 5608
• 7619
• 7626
• 7624

1. 1

   Inspect the wiring harness and connector at External Hydraulic Valve 1 for corrosion, backed-out pins, or wire chafing.

2. 2

   Check the spool position sensor values using a compatible diagnostic scan tool or Wintest software to see if the sensor is reading out of range.

3. 3

   Verify that there is active communication between the Dash and the Mid Mount Valve Module.

4. 4

   Clear the DTCs using the diagnostic interface and operate the hydraulic remote to see if the V111 code returns immediately (indicating a hard electrical fault) or under load (indicating a mechanical/pressure issue).

1. 1

   Preparation

   Turn off the tractor, relieve all hydraulic pressure, and disconnect the battery.

2. 2

   Removal

   Disconnect the electrical harness from the External Hydraulic Valve 1 actuator. Unbolt and remove the faulty hydraulic valve spool assembly from the valve stack.

3. 3

   Cleaning

   Clean the mounting surface mechanically (using a wire brush or emery cloth) or chemically to remove all traces of previous sealants and corrosion. Degrease the components with a dry solvent.

4. 4

   Installation

   Install the new genuine Massey Ferguson external hydraulic valve. If utilizing blind tapped holes, apply the recommended Loctite product to the threads. Torque all bolts to the specifications outlined in the service manual.

5. 5

   Reconnection

   Reconnect the hydraulic lines and plug in the electrical harness.

6. 6

   Bleeding & Calibration

   Refill any lost hydraulic fluid with oil approved by Massey Ferguson (e.g., complying with standard MF CMS M1143 or CMS M1144). Bleed the hydraulic system to remove trapped air. Finally, use the tractor's diagnostic system (Autotronic 5 / Wintest) to calibrate the new valve and rear linkage.