Massey Ferguson V422: External Hydraulic Valve 4 Issue
Issue description
Fault within the tractor's external hydraulic remote system, specifically targeting External Hydraulic Valve 4. The underlying condition is typically an electrical or communication failure, meaning the system is unable to properly actuate or receive feedback from the spool valve solenoid for the 4th remote.
Applies to these machines
40 machines- 7616
- 5612
- 7622
- Interim Tier 4 (2012-2015)
- 7614
- 5611
- 7615
- 5610
- 5613
- 7620
- 5609
- 7618
- 5608
- 7619
- 7626
- 7624
- 4707
- 4708
- 4709
- 4710
- 5710SL
- 5711SL
- 5712SL
- 5713SL
- 7714
- 7715
- 7715S
- 7716
- 7716S
- 7718
- 7718S
- 7719
- 7720
- 7720S
- 7722
- 7722S
- 7724
- 7724S
- 7726
- 7726S
Check the cause
Connect a compatible diagnostic tool or interface device to retrieve the exact alphanumeric code (e.g., 0A.40.18) to confirm the fault
Inspect the wiring harness leading to External Hydraulic Valve 4 at the rear remote stack
Check the electrical connector at the valve solenoid for corrosion, backed-out pins, or moisture intrusion
Repair steps
Power down electrical system
Disconnecting the battery or powering down the tractor's electrical system.
Clean and reseat connector
Cleaning and reseating the electrical connector on External Valve 4.
Replace solenoid or valve assembly
If the wiring is intact but the code persists, the electronic solenoid or the entire spool valve assembly for Remote 4 has likely failed internally and must be replaced.
Clear DTCs and test
Clear the DTCs using a compatible diagnostic tool and test the hydraulic remote operation.
Parts you might need
(3)External Hydraulic Control Valve Assembly / Electronic Spool Valve (Remote 4)
Exact part varies heavily by the tractor series
Hydraulic Valve
3713928M5For reference only, older/different MF hydraulic valve OEM numbers for 3600/8100/8200 series
Hydraulic Pump Control Valve Assembly
1862486M96For reference only, older/different MF hydraulic valve OEM numbers
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