Service Training

Meeting Guide 748 SERV1748

January 2002

TECHNICAL PRESENTATION

950G-980G SERIES II WHEEL LOADERS

MACHINE UPDATES
950G-980G SERIES II WHEEL LOADERS
MACHINE UPDATES
MEETING GUIDE 748 VISUALS AND SCRIPT
AUDIENCE
Level II - Service personnel who understand the principles of machine systems operation, diagnostic
equipment, and procedures for testing and adjusting.

CONTENT
This presentation discusses the major design changes including component locations, system functions
and calibrations for the 950G-980G Series II Wheel Loaders. The operator's station, engine, power train
and implement system are covered.

OBJECTIVES
After learning the information in this presentation, the serviceman will be able to:
1. locate and identify the components in the updated machine systems;
2. explain the function of each component in the updated systems; and
3. explain the operation of each updated system.

REFERENCES
950G II/962G II Wheel Loaders Service Manual RENR4302
966G II/972G II Wheel Loaders Service Manual RENR4380
980G II Wheel Loader Service Manual RENR6000
Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) User's Manual NEHS0679
Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) Brochure NELS1007

PREREQUISITES
Interactive Video Course "Fundamentals of Mobile Hydraulics" (CD ROM) TEMV9001
Interactive Video Course "Fundamentals of Electrical Systems" (CD ROM) TEMV9002
STMG 546 "Graphic Fluid Power Symbols SESV1546

Estimated Time: 1 Hour

Visuals: 44
Serviceman Handouts: 9 Checklists/Worksheets
Form: SESV1748
Date: 1/02

© 2002 Caterpillar Inc.

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SUPPLEMENTARY TRAINING MATERIAL

Service Training Meeting Guides

STMG 698 "950G/962G Wheel Loaders--Introduction" SESV1698

STMG 710 "966G/972G Wheel Loaders--Introduction" SESV1710

STMG 671 "980G Wheel Loader--Introduction" SESV1671

STMG 712 "3406E Engine Controls--Electronic Fuel Injection (EUI)" SESV1712

STMG 733 "950G-980G Wheel Loaders--Electro-Hydraulic Implement System
Calibration" SESV1733
Technical Instruction Modules

"950G/962G Wheel Loaders--Power Train" SEGV2642

"950G/962G Wheel Loaders--Steering and Brake Systems" SEGV2643
"950G/962G Wheel Loaders--Command Control Steering System" SEGV2644
"950G/962G Wheel Loaders--Pilot Operated Implement System" SEGV2645
"950G/962G Wheel Loaders--Electro-Hydraulic Implement System" SEGV2646

"966G/972G Wheel Loaders--Power Train" SEGV2658

"966G/972G Wheel Loaders--Steering and Brake Systems" SEGV2659
"966G/972G Wheel Loaders--Command Control Steering System" SEGV2660
"966G/972G Wheel Loaders--Pilot Operated Implement System" SEGV2661
"966G/972G Wheel Loaders--Electro-Hydraulic Implement System" SEGV2662

"980G Wheel Loader--Electro-Hydraulic Implement System" SEGV2620

"980G Wheel Loader--Steering and Brake Systems" SEGV2621

CD ROM Versions

CD ROM version of SESV1710 SERV1710

CD ROM version of SESV1712 SERV1712
CD ROM version of SESV1733 SERV1733
CD ROM version of SEGV2644 SERV2644
CD ROM version of SEGV2645 SERV2645
CD ROM version of SEGV2646 SERV2646
CD ROM version of SEGV2658 SERV2658
CD ROM version of SEGV2659 SERV2659
CD ROM version of SEGV2660 SERV2660
CD ROM version of SEGV2661 SERV2661
CD ROM version of SEGV2662 SERV2662
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................5

OPERATOR'S STATION........................................................................................................8

ENGINE................................................................................................................................17
Engine Derate Strategies.................................................................................................20
Engine Calibrations.........................................................................................................21
On Demand Fan ..............................................................................................................23

POWER TRAIN ...................................................................................................................27

Variable Shift Control (VSC)..........................................................................................27
Integrated Brake System (IBS) .......................................................................................28
Speed Limiter..................................................................................................................35

ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC IMPLEMENT SYSTEM...........................................................37

Features ...........................................................................................................................38
Autodig Control Arrangement ........................................................................................41

DIAGNOSTICS AND CALIBRATIONS ............................................................................44

CONCLUSION.....................................................................................................................63

VISUALS LIST ....................................................................................................................64

SERVICEMAN'S HANDOUTS...........................................................................................65
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950G-980G SERIES II WHEEL LOADERS

MACHINE UPDATES

© 2002 Caterpillar Inc.

INTRODUCTION

• Series II Wheel This presentation discusses the updates to the machine systems on the
Loaders 950G, 962G, 966G, 972G, and 980G Series II Wheel Loaders. This
training presentation should be used in accordance with the appropriate
training modules to present complete machine systems training.

INSTRUCTOR NOTE: The materials available for 950G-980G

Series II Wheel Loader machine training are listed under
"Supplementary Training Material" on page three of this
presentation.
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MAJOR MACHINE UPDATES

• Operator's Station
• Central Grease Station
• Emissions Engine
• Engine Cooling Package
• On Demand Fan
• Variable Shift Control
• Integrated Braking System
• Hydraulic Oil Filtration
• Axle Oil Cooler
• Torque Converter Freewheel Stator
• Electro-Hydraulic Implement System Features

• Series II machine This illustration lists the major machine updates on the 950G-980G Series
features II Wheel Loaders. Many of the major machine systems have not changed
from the previous "G" Series Wheel Loaders.

Operator's Station: The "G" Series II cab has been redesigned to

provide a friendlier operator environment. The cab includes a new
operator comfort seat, automotive styling, convenient switch grouping,
improved HVAC, improved access to electrical components, and a sloped
cab roof to divert water away from the front windows.

Central Grease Station: A central grease station is located near the

articulation joint on the left side of the machine for daily lubrication.

Emissions Engine: All Series II Wheel Loaders are equipped with an

electronically controlled diesel engine with updated derate strategies, an
electric fuel pump, a 500 hour oil change interval, and a single serpentine
belt.
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Engine Cooling Package: The engine is cooled with the Advanced

MOdular Cooling System (AMOCS) and a single core Air-to-Air
AfterCooler (ATAAC) is used to help reduce inlet manifold temperatures
resulting in improved engine emissions.

On Demand Fan: The "G" Series II Wheel Loaders use an electronically

controlled fan pump, which provides oil flow to the cooling fan motor.
The Engine ECM controls the fan speed based on temperature sensor
inputs from the engine coolant, the engine inlet air manifold, transmission
oil, and the implement hydraulic oil.

Variable Shift Control: The 950G-980G Series II machines feature

Variable Shift Control on electro-hydraulic machines with Command
Control Steering. Variable Shift Control allows the transmission to shift
at lower engine speeds.

Integrated Braking System (IBS): The operator can neutralize and

downshift the transmission using the left brake pedal without moving the
transmission out of gear.

Hydraulic Oil Filtration: Cooling fan oil is directed through a filter

mounted on the front of the hydraulic tank (in front of rear tire on
966G/972G Series II) before flowing to the hydraulic oil cooler and tank.

Axle Oil Cooler: An axle oil cooler attachment is available as an option

on the "G" Series II Wheel Loaders.

Torque Converter Freewheel Stator: The torque converter is equipped

with a stator that includes a freewheel clutch. The stator is allowed to
turn in the same direction as the impeller and turbine during low power
train load conditions. During high load conditions, the stator locks to
provide maximum torque multiplication.

Electro-Hydraulic Implement System Features: The "G" Series II

Wheel Loader's electro-hydraulic implement system functionality has
expanded to include: Autodig, dump snubbing, dump rate control, Full
Rack Angle Control (FRAC), in-cab lift/tilt kickout adjustment and fine
modulation.
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OPERATOR'S STATION

• Improved cab design The "G" Series II cab has been redesigned to provide a friendlier operator
environment. The cab includes a new operator comfort seat, automotive
styling, convenient switch grouping, improved HVAC, improved access
to electrical components, a larger front wiper sweep, and a sloped cab
roof to divert water away from the front windows.
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2 5
4 1 3

7
8
6

• Front console: The Caterpillar Monitoring System speedometer/tachometer module (1)

and gauge cluster module (2) are located in the center of the front console.
1. Speedometer/ The center panel (3) indicator lamps include the the hazard light, action
tachometer module
light, and the high beam headlight.
2. Gauge cluster
module The left indicator panel (4) includes the following indicator lamps: left
turn signal, headlights, transmission oil filter status, transmission
3. Center panel neutralizer override status, fuel level, ride control ON/OFF status, ride
control AUTO status, and fuel pressure status. The right indicator
4. Left indicator panel panel (5) includes the following indicator lamps: air filter status, air inlet
heater status (if equipped), right turn signal, service indicator, roading
5. Right indicator
panel lights, and various Autodig lamps.

6. Diagnostic Dash indicator lights have been changed from incandescent lamps to
connector LED's to improve visibility and service life. Relocated to the front
console are the diagnostic connector (6) and a 12 volt power
7. 12V power receptacle (7). The lighter (8) has been changed from 24V to 12V.
receptacle

8. Lighter
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4
3
2
1

• Hydraulic control On machines with electro-hydraulic pilot systems, the implement control
support: levers are located on the hydraulic control support located in front of the
armrest to the right of the operator's seat. The levers include the tilt
1. Tilt lever
lever (1), lift lever (2), and third function lever (3) if equipped with an
2. Lift lever optional attachment.

3. Third function lever The autodig trigger switch (4) located at the top of the hydraulic control
support is used to begin loading when autodig is in the Manual Mode and
4. Autodig trigger is also used to start recording loading cycle operations.
switch
The horn button (5) is also located on the hydraulic control support. The
5. Horn button
hydraulic control support can be adjusted for operator comfort.
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• Right side armrest: On electro-hydraulic machines, the implement lockout control switch (1)
is located on the right side armrest. The lockout switch sends a signal to
1. Implement lockout the Implement ECM to energize or de-energize the implement supply
control switch
solenoid, which controls pilot oil to the implement control valve group.
2. Fine modulation
switch Also located on the right side armrest on electro-hydraulic machines is the
fine modulation switch (2). The fine modulation switch controls the shift
speed of the implement control valve spools.

NOTE: Machines equipped with pilot hydraulic controls use a ball

valve operated by a lever in the cab to control pilot oil to the
implement control valve group.
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• Consolidated control Many of the operator switches and controls located on the overhead
panel panels in the "G" Series II Wheel Loaders have been moved to the
consolidated control panel located above and to the right of the operator
seat.
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3
2
5

• Overhead console The heating/air conditioning control switch (1) and the fan speed
lower section: switch (2) are located on the lower section of the overhead console.

1. Heating/air
The Caterpillar Monitoring System operator mode switch (3) is used to
conditioning control
switch
display information on the display window (4) of the main display
module (5).
2. Fan speed switch
The main display module includes ten indicator lights to notify the
3. Operator mode operator when any abnormal machine conditions exist.
switch

4. Display window

5. Main display
module
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5
4

• Overhead console Located on the center section of the overhead console are the heater
center section: control knob (1) and the wiper/washer switches (2). Electro-hydraulic
machines are equipped with the auto/manual shift selector (3), the
1. Heater control knob
variable shift control knob (4), and the autodig mode selector switch (5).
2. Wiper/washer
switches The auto/manual shift selector switch is used to select manual or
automatic transmission shifting. In the MANUAL position, the operator
3. Auto/manual shift uses the upshift and downshift switches to shift the transmission. In the
selector switch AUTO positions, the transmission is shifted automatically. The
auto/manual switch is a five-position switch on machines equipped with
4. Variable shift
Command Control Steering as shown here. Machines without Command
control switch
Control Steering are equipped with a three-position auto/manual switch.
5. Autodig material
selector switch The variable shift control switch will change the engine rpm shift points
stored in the Transmission ECM. When the switch is rotated to the
economy position (clockwise) a signal is sent to the Transmission ECM to
shift the transmission at a lower engine rpm for increased fuel economy.
When the switch is rotated to the standard position (counterclockwise),
the transmission shifts when the engine reaches 2100 rpm.

The autodig material selector switch is a ten position switch used to

program the system for the type of material being loaded.
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6
1 2

3
4 5

10

• Overhead console top Located on the top section of the overhead console is the three-position
section: autodig mode switch (1). The mode switch activates autodig when the
top of the switch is pressed and deactivates autodig when the bottom of
1. Autodig mode
the switch is pressed. When autodig is ON, the spring-loaded switch is
switch
held in the center position. Pressing the top of the switch will allow the
2. Autodig kickout operator to toggle between the three operating modes (Automatic Pile
position set switch Detection Mode, Operator Triggered Mode, and Record Mode).

3. Ride Control switch The Autodig kickout position set switch (2) is used to set the lift cylinder
kickout position when Autodig is activated.
4. Transmission
neutralizer override
switch
The Ride Control switch (3) is a three-position switch (ON/OFF/AUTO).
The switch center position is OFF. Pressing the bottom (ON) of the
5. Secondary steering switch activates the Ride Control System at all travel speeds. Pressing
test switch the top of the Ride Control switch (AUTO) will activate the Ride Control
System when machine travel speed exceeds 9.6 kph (6 mph).
6. Bucket lift/tilt
kickout switch
The transmission neutralizer/override switch (4) activates the
transmission neutral lock control for the left brake pedal.

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The optional secondary steering test switch (5) is a two-position

momentary ON switch. When the switch is held ON the secondary
steering intermediate relay is energized, which activates the secondary
steering motor. The secondary steering test switch also sends a signal to
the Transmission ECM.

The bucket lift/tilt kickout switch (6) sets the lift arm lower and raise
kickout positions and the bucket tilt back kickout position.

NOTE: Ride Control can be enabled or disabled and the engagement

speed can be set using the ET Service Tool or the Caterpillar
Monitoring System.

The secondary steering test switch is not available on the 980G Series
II Wheel Loader.
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950G-980G SERIES II EMISSIONS ENGINES

• 3126B HEUI (950G/962G)

• 3176 EUI (966G)
• 3196 EUI (972G)
• 3406E EUI (980G)

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ENGINE

• Electronically The 950G-980G Series II Wheel Loaders are equipped with an

controlled engine: electronically controlled engine, which provides improved fuel economy,
faster response and complies with the new emission standards.

- 3126B HEUI engine The 950G/962G Series II Wheel Loaders are equipped with the Hydraulic
(950G/962G Series II) Electronic Unit Injection (HEUI) 3126B diesel engine. This 7.2 liter
engine is rated at 137 kW (183 HP) at 2200 rpm on the 950G and
150 kW (204 HP) on the 962G.

- 3176C EUI engine The 966G Series II Wheel Loader is equipped with the Electronic Unit
(966G Series II) Injection (EUI) 3176C diesel engine. The 10.3 liter 3176C engine is rated
at 141 kW (188 HP) compared to the 131 kW (175 HP) rating of the 3306
used in the 966G.

- 3196 EUI engine The 972G Series II Wheel Loader is equipped with the 3196 EUI diesel
(972G Series II) engine. The 12 liter 3196 engine is rated at 148 kW (197 HP) compared
to the 149 kW (198 HP) rating of the 3306 used in the 972G.

- 3406E EUI engine The 980G Series II Wheel Loader uses the 3406E EUI diesel engine. The
(980G Series II) 14.6 liter 3406E engine rated at 225 kW (300 HP) replaces the Caterpillar
3406C diesel engine used in the 980G.

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INSTRUCTOR NOTE: For more information of the 3406E

Electronic Unit Injection (EUI) Engine refer to Service Training
Meeting Guide 712 "3406E Engine Controls--Electronic Unit
Injection (EUI)" (Form SESV1712).
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ELECTRONIC ENGINE FEATURES

• Electronic Integration With • Electronic Engine Power Derates

Machine ECMs • Constant Net Horsepower
• Increased Fuel Efficiency
• Single Serpentine Belt
• Faster Response
• Brushless Alternator
• Cold Engine Elevated Idle
• Electric Fuel Priming Pump
• Increased Altitude Capability
• Inlet Air Heater (950G/962G)
• Reduced Noise Level
• 500 Hour Oil Change Interval
• Low Idle Lug Capability
• ATAAC

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• Electronic engine The engine electronic control system provides several features and
features benefits that are not available in the mechanically controlled engines.
Engine features are shown above.

The engine electronic control system also provides full electronic

integration with the other machine ECM's (Transmission, Implement, and
Caterpillar Monitoring System) via the Cat Data Link.

The engine cooling package includes an Air-to-Air AfterCooler (ATAAC)

for engine intake air cooling. The ATAAC reduces inlet manifold
temperature, which improves engine performance and helps limit engine
emissions.
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950G-980G SERIES II ENGINE DERATE SCHEDULES

BEGIN DERATE DERATE SCHEDULE CONDITIONS

109ºC 12.5%
108ºC (950G/962G/980G) (950G/962G/980G)
110ºC 25%
HIGH COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
107ºC 12.5%
106ºC (966G/972G) (966G/962G)
108ºC 25% Engine running
80ºC 3% for 180 seconds
and
81ºC 6%
parameter exceeds
HIGH INLET 82ºC 9%
Derate for 4 seconds
AIR 79ºC 83ºC 12%
TEMPERATURE 84ºC 15%
85ºC 18%
86ºC 20%
0 kPa @ 500 rpm
(950G/962G)
172 kPa @ 1600 rpm
Engine running for
LOW OIL 0 kPa @ 599 rpm 17.5% after 1 second 10 seconds and
PRESSURE (966G/972G) parameter exceeds
7 kPa @ 600 rpm 35% after 2 seconds
Derate for 2 seconds
0 kPa @ 600 rpm
(980G)
50 kPa @ 800 rpm

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Engine Derate Strategies

• Engine derates to The "G" Series II electronic engines monitor several engine parameters
prevent damage and will derate engine power to prevent engine damage. The Engine
ECM restricts fuel to the engine, which reduces engine power to derate
the engine.

• Derate parameters High engine coolant temperature, high engine inlet air temperature and
low oil pressure will derate the engine according to the derate schedule
shown in this view.
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ENGINE CALIBRATIONS
• SPEED/TIMING SENSORS
• PRESSURE SENSORS

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Engine Calibrations

The speed/timing sensors and pressure sensors can be calibrated on the

950G-980G Series II engines.

• Pressure sensor The ECM attempts to perform an automatic calibration of all pressure
calibration sensors whenever the ECM is powered and the engine is OFF for at least
five seconds. Cranking the engine during the first five seconds causes the
ECM to abort the calibration attempt. A manual calibration should be
performed if a pressure sensor is replaced.

During an automatic pressure sensor calibration, the ECM checks all

pressure sensors against an acceptable range. If any pressure sensor
reading is outside the acceptable range, the previous calibration value is
used. The ECM then calibrates all pressure sensors against the
atmospheric pressure sensor.

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During a manual pressure sensor calibration, the ECM checks the signal
from the atmospheric pressure sensor against an acceptable range of
pressures. The ECM then calibrates the remaining analog pressure
sensors against the atmospheric pressure sensor. The ECM also uses an
offset value to calibrate the remaining analog sensors. A "Calibration
Required" service code is generated if the offset value is not within an
acceptable range.

A pressure sensor calibration will not be successful if there are any active
pressure sensor diagnostic codes.

• Speed/timing sensors The crankshaft position sensor provides an engine speed signal to the
ECM and the camshaft position sensor provides a timing signal to the
ECM. If the speed/timing signal is lost from one of the sensors, a
diagnostic code is generated and the ECM will allow the engine to start
on only one sensor and the engine to run on only one sensor.

• Speed/timing sensor The speed/timing sensors require calibration if any of the following
calibration conditions exist:

• A "Check Timing Sensor Calibration" is generated

• The ECM has been replaced
• The engine drive train has been serviced

Speed/timing sensor calibration is accomplished by installing a magnetic

pickup into the side of the engine block. The magnetic pickup senses a
slot on the crankshaft counterweight. The magnetic pickup is connected
to the ECM through the vehicle speed/timing calibration connector on the
engine harness.

When the engine rpm is at approximately 1200 rpm, the ECM is placed in
"Timing Calibration" mode with the ET Service Tool.

NOTE: The timing calibration will not increase or decrease the

available engine power.

INSTRUCTOR NOTE: For more information on engine

calibrations, refer to the appropriate Engine Troubleshooting Service
Manual Module.
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DEMAND FAN 4
3
2

3
2

2
1

1 4
4 3

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On Demand Fan

• On demand fan The above views show the on demand fan components on the 3126B
components: engine in the 950G/962G Series II (top right view), 3176C/3196 engine in
the 966G/972G Series II (lower left view), and the 3406E engine in the
1. Fan pump
980G Series II (lower right view).
2. Fan pump
compensator valve The 950G-980G Series II Wheel Loaders use an electronically controlled
fan pump (1), which provides oil flow to the cooling fan motor (not
3. Signal line shown). The Engine ECM controls the fan speed based on temperature
sensor inputs from the engine coolant, inlet air manifold, transmission oil
4. Solenoid valve and the hydraulic oil.

The fan pump compensator valve (2) senses pump supply pressure
through the signal line (3). When the solenoid valve (4) is ENERGIZED
by the Engine ECM, signal pressure is directed to the tank causing the
pump to DESTROKE. In this position, flow from the pump to the fan
motor is reduced which results in slower fan speed.
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FAN DRIVE SYSTEM

LOW PRESSURE STANDBY

OIL
COOLER FAN SOLENOID
MOTOR VALVE

FAN
PUMP
COMPENSATOR VALVE
FROM BRAKE
CHARGING FLOW
VALVE CONTROL
SPOOL

PRESSURE
CUTOFF
SPOOL

FAN
PUMP
MIN ANGLE

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• Fan drive hydraulic This schematic shows the fan drive hydraulic system.
system
The solenoid valve controls the signal oil to the flow control spool for the
fan pump. Varying the current to the proportional solenoid valve changes
the hydraulic signal to vary the oil flow to the fan motor to increase or
decrease the fan speeds. The solenoid valve is essentially a variable
orifice used to control the rate of flow to the flow control valve.

When the solenoid valve is fully ENERGIZED (as shown), signal

pressure to the flow control valve is diverted to the tank. The flow control
spool moves to the right. Supply oil flows through the pump control
spools to the pump actuator to destroke the pump to achieve LOW
PRESSURE STANDBY. This pressure is controlled by the flow control
spool spring. The fan motor rotates at minimum rpm.

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When the solenoid is DE-ENERGIZED, more flow through the orifice in

the solenoid valve is directed to the flow control spool causing the fan
pump to UPSTROKE to increase the fan speed.

When system pressure increases to the setting of the pressure cutoff spool
the spool shifts to the right to destroke the pump in order to maintain the
maximum fan speed. Maximum fan speed is based on the spring
adjustment of the pressure cutoff spool.

In most conditions the system operates somewhere between these two

extremes.

The makeup valve in the fan motor is used to prevent the motor from
cavitating when, for example, the engine is shut off or a rapid deceleration
of the engine.
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ENGINE ECM J2

ANALOG TEMPERATURE
18
SENSOR COMMON
BU 18 1 SIGNAL
ON DEMAND FAN CIRCUIT PK 18 2 GROUND
COOLANT
32 ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE SIGNAL
TEMPERATURE SENSOR

MAIN DISPLAY MODULE INTAKE 35 1

BU 18 SIGNAL
AIR TEMPERATURE
PK 18 2 GROUND
10 HYD TEMP SENSOR CAT DATA
LINK INTAKE MANIFOLD AIR
J1 TEMPERATURE SENSOR
24 +8V SENSOR SUPPLY
ANALOG
3
SENSOR RETURN
YL 18 1 SIGNAL
PU 18 2 GROUND
GN 18 A OR 18 +V TRANSMISSION LUBE OIL
26 TRANSMISSION LUBRICATION OIL
TEMP SENSOR
B BK 18 GROUND TEMPERATURE SENSOR
GY 18 C WH 18 SIGNAL
HYDRAULIC OIL VARIABLE SPEED
43
TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL
YL 18 1
SENSOR BR 18 2
VARIABLE SPEED 51 VARIABLE
FAN CONTROL
SPEED FAN
SOLENOID

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• On demand fan input The Engine ECM receives input signals from the engine coolant
signals to Engine ECM temperature sensor, intake manifold air temperature sensor and
transmission lubrication oil temperature sensor.

• Hydraulic oil Hydraulic oil temperature sensor signals are sent to the Caterpillar
temperature signal Monitoring System main display module and transmitted over the Cat
Data Link to the Engine ECM.

• ECM output signal to The Engine ECM processes the input signals and sends corresponding
fan solenoid output signals to the variable speed fan solenoid valve.

NOTE: The variable speed fan control feature can be enabled or

disabled using the ET Service Tool. The variable speed fan default
setting is enabled.
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VARIABLE SHIFT
CONTROL

VARIABLE SHIFT CONTROL CIRCUIT

TRANSMISSION ECM J1

SENSOR/SWITCH RETURN 15 OR 18 1 BK 16
GN 18 2 BK 16
VARIABLE SHIFT CONTROL (ECONOMY) 20 BU 18 3 BK 16
BR 18 4 BK 16
VARIABLE SHIFT CONTROL (MID) 24 VARIABLE SHIFT
CONTROL SWITCH
VARIABLE SHIFT CONTROL (POWER) 39

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POWER TRAIN

Variable Shift Control

• Variable shift control The 950G-980G Series II machines feature Variable Shift Control on
switch (arrow) electro-hydraulic machines with Command Control Steering. Variable
Shift Control allows the transmission to shift at lower engine speeds.

The variable shift control switch (arrow) is a three-position switch

(POWER, MID, ECONOMY) that will change the shift points stored in
the Transmission ECM. When the switch is rotated to the ECONOMY
position (clockwise) the switch sends a signal to the Transmission ECM to
shift the transmission at a lower engine rpm for increased fuel economy.
When the switch is rotated to the POWER position (counterclockwise),
the transmission shifts when the engine reaches 2100 rpm.

NOTE: The variable shift control feature can be enabled or disabled

using the ET Service Tool. The variable shift control default setting is
enabled.
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3
4
2

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Integrated Brake System

• Floor of cab: The 950G-980G Series II Wheel Loader Integrated Brake System (IBS)
allows the operator to downshift the transmission and neutralize the
1. Left service brake transmission using the left brake pedal. The brake pedal configuration is
pedal
similar to the 988G, 990 Series II, and 992G Wheel Loaders.
2. Rotary position
sensor The left service brake pedal (1) is attached to a PWM rotary position
sensor (2) and a mechanical linkage (3). The position sensor continuously
3. Mechanical linkage monitors the left brake pedal position. The position sensor sends an input
signal to the Transmission ECM indicating left brake pedal position.
4. Right service brake
pedal
The mechanical linkage is connected to the brake control valve (not
shown) located below the cab. The right service brake pedal (4) is also
connected to the brake control valve independent of the left brake pedal.

NOTE: The amount of brake pedal travel can be displayed on the

ET Service Tool screen or the Caterpillar Monitoring System main
display module. Pedal travel is displayed as a percentage (%) in ET
and by counts (ct.) on the Caterpillar Monitoring System. Three
percent of brake pedal travel is about 2 ct. or 1°, and 100 percent of
pedal travel is about 66 counts or 33°.
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CALIBRATED
DEADBAND LEFT BRAKE
INITIAL BRAKE PEDAL POSITIONS
PRESSURE POINT

INITIAL MODE

LEFT
NORMAL BRAKE
CALIBRATED MODE POSITION
NEUTRALIZATION
SENSOR
SET POINT

MAXIMUM BRAKE
PEDAL LAMP
TRAVEL SWITCH

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• IBS Strategy: This view shows the actions that occur as the brake pedal is depressed.

- Initial Mode In approximately the first nine percent of brake pedal travel (deadband),
no braking or downshifting occurs. Brake pedal travel between the pedal
- Normal Mode
deadband and the calibrated initial brake pressure point is the Initial
Mode. In the Initial Mode, the transmission downshifts, but the service
brakes are not engaged and the transmission is not neutralized.

The Integrated Brake System is in the Normal Mode when the left brake
pedal is further depressed between the calibrated initial brake pressure
point and the maximum pedal travel. In the Normal Mode, the
transmission downshifts and the service brakes are engaged.

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• Transmission When the left pedal is depressed in the Initial and Normal Modes, and if
neutralization the transmission is in third or fourth gear, the transmission will downshift
one gear at a time until second gear is reached. Each downshift will occur
when the transmission output speed decreases to the shift point of the
current transmission speed.

In the Normal Mode, when the brake pedal reaches the neutralization set
point and the transmission neutralizer override switch is in the OFF
position, the Transmission ECM will DE-ENERGIZE the direction clutch
solenoid to neutralize the transmission when the following conditions
exist:

- The auto/manual selector switch is NOT in the 1-4 position

- The transmission is in 2nd gear
- The ground speed is 6.5 mph
or
- The auto/manual selector switch is in the 1-4 position
- The transmission is in 1st gear
- The ground speed is 4.5 mph

• Re-neutralization If the left brake pedal is raised 2° above the Neutralization Set Point, the
the transmission will re-engage. If the auto/manual switch setting is "2,"
the re-engage/re-neutralize cycle continues by raising the brake pedal 2°
above Neutralization Set Point then pressing the brake back down to
Neutralization Set Point if the operator does not allow the brake pedal to
rise to the deadband.

However, if the auto/manual switch setting is not "2," the re-neutralization

point may not be the Neutralization Set Point, but a pedal position below
the Neutralization Set Point at which neutralization occurred in the
previous cycle. Generally, brake pedal travel overshoots the
Neutralization Set Point. Each time brake travel overshoots the
Neutralization Set Point, the point of re-neutralization moves down to the
point of overshoot.

• Second Auto In normal conditions, the best gear for loading trucks is 2nd, or "Second
Auto." The operator pushes the bucket into the pile, and then manually
shifts the transmission down to FORWARD 1. When the bucket is full,
the operator changes the direction of the machine to REVERSE. In
SECOND AUTO, the transmission automatically reverses in
REVERSE 2, instead of REVERSE 1.

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• Auto/manual selector The auto/manual selector switch sets parameters in the ECM that
switch influence the Integrated Brake System. On a machines equipped with
Command Control Steering, the switch has 5 positions: 1-4, 2, 3, 4, and
MANUAL. The switch position for the smoothest neutralization during
truck loading in normal applications is 2. Smoothest means high engine
speed with the following limitations: unacceptable jerkiness during
slowdown, unacceptable engine overspeed during slowdown, and
unacceptable transmission overspeed during slowdown.

On machines equipped with standard steering, the auto/manual selector

switch has 3 positions: 1-4, 2-4, and MANUAL. With the speed selector
on the steering column in the 2 position, the ideal auto/manual selector
switch position for the smoothest neutralization during truck loading in
normal applications is 2-4.
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• Transmission The transmission neutralizer lamp (arrow) is illuminated when the

neutralizer lamp transmission neutralizer override switch is OFF and the neutralizer is
(arrow)
disabled.
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INTEGRATED BRAKE CALIBRATED

SYSTEM CALIBRATION INITIAL BRAKE

PRESSURE POINT
LEFT
CALIBRATED BRAKE
NEUTRALIZATION POSITION
SET POINT SENSOR

• Mode 7 (980G)
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH

• Mode 8 (950G-972G)

INITIAL BRAKE PRESSURE POINT CALIBRATION NEUTRALIZATION POINT CALIBRATION

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• IBS calibration The left brake pedal position sensor is calibrated to set the initial service
brake pressure point and the neutralization point. Caterpillar Monitoring
System Calibration Mode 7 (980G) and Mode 8 (950G-972G) are used to
perform Integrated Brake System calibration. Proper calibration is
required for smooth downshifting and neutralization.

The left brake pedal position sensor must be calibrated if:

- New Transmission ECM software is installed

- The left brake pedal position sensor is adjusted or replaced
- The service brake control valve is adjusted or replaced

• IBS calibration The left brake pedal position sensor calibration submodes are:
submodes
- Initial brake pressure point calibration 29
- Neutralization point calibration 30
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• Submode 29 The calibrated initial brake pressure point (submode 29) is the point at
which the pedal position sensor is calibrated to correspond to the initial
service brake pressure. Brake pressure begins to increase when brake
pedal reaches the initial brake pressure point. The calibrated initial brake
pressure point also determines the calibrated neutralization point.

The amount of left brake pedal travel needed to reach the calibrated
neutralization point is:

- 950G/962G 1 degree
- 966G/972G 3 degrees
- 980G 4 degrees
• Submode 30 The calibrated neutralization point is reached when the left brake pedal
moves down past the initial brake pressure point to the point where the
transmission is neutralized. The calibrated neutralization point value
(submode 30) can be adjusted to increase or decrease the amount of brake
pedal travel to reach the calibrated neutralization point. Increasing the
calibrated neutralization point value will increase brake pressure before
transmission neutralization occurs.

Decreasing the calibrated neutralization point value will decrease brake

pressure before transmission neutralization occurs.

The neutralization set point values displayed in submode 30 are:

- 2 counts above the calibrated initial brake pressure point

(950G/962G)
- 6 counts above the calibrated initial brake pressure point
(966G/972G)
- 8 counts above the calibrated initial brake pressure point (980G)

When the left brake pedal is properly calibrated, the default value of the
neutralization set point corresponds to a brake pressure that smoothly
stops the machine in NEUTRAL. The optimum pressure is related to
machine size.
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950G-972G SERIES II SPEED LIMITER ATTACHMENT

TRANSMISSION ECM ENGINE ECM

CAT DATA LINK

TRANSMISSION OUTPUT
SPEED SENSOR NO. 1

ENGINE SPEED SENSOR

TRANSMISSION OUTPUT
SPEED SENSOR NO. 2

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Speed Limiter

• Speed Limiter feature: The Speed Limiter feature limits machine ground speed to
20 km/h (12 mph) on 950G-972G Series II Wheel Loaders.
- Limits ground speed
to 20 km/h (12 mph)
The speed limiter software in the Transmission ECM monitors the
machine engine speed, ground speed, and acceleration. The Transmission
ECM receives the ground speed signal from the transmission output speed
sensors and the engine speed signal directly from the Engine ECM. The
Transmission ECM calculates machine acceleration from the speed sensor
data.

The Transmission ECM processes the input signals and sends a requested
engine speed signal to the Engine ECM via the Cat Data Link, which
controls the engine speed.

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As the machine approaches 20 km/h (12 mph) with the accelerator fully
depressed, engine speed is decreased which limits power available to the
transmission. The machine speed will stabilize at 20 km/h (12 mph).

Also, as the machine decelerates from 20 km/h (12 mph) from increased
engine load, such as uphill travel, the engine speed will increase which
increases the power available to the transmission to accelerate the
machine. The machine speed will stabilize at 20 km/h (12 mph).

NOTE: The Speed Limiter is considered a premium software

feature.

The Speed Limiter function may be enabled or disabled using the ET

Service Tool. A factory password is required.
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ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC
IMPLEMENT SYSTEM
1

3
2

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ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC IMPLEMENT SYSTEM

• Implement system The 950G-980G Series II Wheel Loader Electro-Hydraulic Implement

components: Control System includes a lift arm position sensor (1), a tilt linkage
position sensor (2), and a lift cylinder head end pressure sensor (3). The
1. Lift arm position
lift cylinder head end pressure sensor is used on electro-hydraulic
sensor
machines equipped with the optional Autodig Control Arrangement or the
2. Tilt linkage position Payload Control System.
sensor
The Implement ECM uses these sensor inputs to monitor the position of
3. Lift cylinder head the implement linkage and the working pressure of the lift cylinder to
end pressure sensor
perform implement control system functions.
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ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC IMPLEMENT SYSTEM FEATURES

• Autodig
• Lift/Tilt Kickout
• Full Rack Angle Control (FRAC)
• Dump Stop Snubbing
• Dump Rate Control
• Fine Modulation

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Features

• Features: This view shows the features available on the 950G-980G Series II Wheel
Loaders Electro-Hydraulic Implement System.

- Autodig Autodig is an integrated attachment to the Electro-Hydraulic Implement

Control System. Autodig is designed to automatically load aggregate
materials of various sizes. Autodig will load the bucket after the operator
has enabled the system and has the machine traveling toward the material
with the bucket in the dig position.

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- Lift/tilt kickout An "in-cab" programmable lift/tilt kickout set switch is located in the
upper right panel in the cab. Kickouts are activated based on the lift and
tilt position sensor inputs to the Implement ECM. The programmable
kickouts provide more flexibility and improve productivity when the job
requires multiple loading and dump target heights. A kickout can be
activated by pulling the appropriate lever into detent. Kickouts are
cushioned for load retention and operator comfort. The kickout functions
are similar to the 988G and 992G.

- Full Rack Angle The Full Rack Angle Control (FRAC) will keep the bucket from rolling
Control (FRAC) back too far while raising the linkage, improving payload retention.

- Dump Stop Dump Stop Snubbing is designed to limit the spool travel when the bucket
Snubbing approaches the dump stops. This prevents the lift cylinders from being
retracted by a dumping motion even when ride control is active.

- Dump Rate Control The Dump Rate Control will provide a constant dump speed throughout
the entire bucket travel while dumping instead of speeding up once the
bucket travels over center.

- Fine Modulation Fine Modulation allows the operator to maintain finer control of the
implements at slow speeds.

NOTE: FRAC, Dump Stop Snubbing, and Dump Rate Control are
defaulted to OFF when the machine is delivered from the factory.
These features must be enabled in ET by the technician if desired by
the owner.

FRAC in not available on machines equipped with the Payload

Control System.
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FINE MODULATION

FLOAT POSITION
SOLENOID CURRENT (AMPS)

CURRENT = 850 mA

MAXIMUM
MODULATION
CURRENT ≈ 600 mA

DEFAULT SETTING
59%

START OF
MODULATION
CURRENT ≈ 250 mA

ADJUSTABLE RANGE
0% 66% 100%
LEVER MOVEMENT (PERCENT)

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• Fine Modulation Fine Modulation allows the operator to reduce the lever sensitivity for the
feature first 2/3 of lever travel (adjustable range) to provide better control of the
linkage for smaller movements. The last 1/3 of lever travel increases to
maximum modulation current to provide full flow to the cylinder.

The fine modulation value can be adjusted independently for the lift and
tilt levers using the configuration screen in the ET Service Tool. The fine
modulation default setting is 59 percent of the normal lever modulation
current.

The fine modulation feature can be turned ON and OFF using the fine
modulation switch (Visual No. 6) in the cab on the right side armrest.
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1 5
6
AUTODIG CONTROL ARRANGEMENT

• Automatic Pile Detection Mode

• Operator Triggered Mode
• Record Mode

7 2

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Autodig Control Arrangement

• Autodig components: Autodig automatically controls the implement system cycles. At the same
time Autodig limits the tire slippage by keeping the front tires loaded.
1. Autodig mode There are three modes that Autodig can operate in: Automatic Pile
switch
Detection Mode, Operator Triggered Mode, and Record Mode.
2. Automatic pile
detection indicator The Autodig mode switch (1) activates Autodig when the top of the
lamp switch is pressed and deactivates Autodig when the bottom of the switch
is pressed. When Autodig is ON, the spring-loaded switch is held in the
3. Operator triggered center position. Pressing the top of the switch will allow the operator to
Mode indicator
toggle between the three operating modes. Autodig is disabled by default
lamp
when the key start switch is turned ON.
4. Record mode
indicator lamp The automatic pile detection mode indicator (2), operator triggered mode
indicator (3), and the record mode indicator (4) flash ON and OFF to

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5. Autodig kickout indicate the mode that is currently active.
position set switch
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6. Autodig material The Autodig horn also indicates which mode is active by beeping once in
selector switch the automatic pile detection mode, twice in the operator triggered mode,
and three times in the record mode. The Autodig horn also sounds to
7. Trigger switch
indicate when Autodig begins and ends a bucket loading cycle.

The Autodig kickout position set switch (2) is used to set the lift cylinder
kickout position when Autodig is activated.

The Autodig material selector switch (6) is a 10 position rotary switch

which provides a range of dig modes from the lightest material in
position 1, to heavier or larger material in position 9. Position 10 on the
Autodig material selector switch is used for the record/playback position.
By default, position 10 is identical to position 9 until the operator has
recorded a bucket loading cycle.

Autodig will downshift the transmission to an appropriate gear for

loading, based on the position of the autodig material selector switch. In
positions 1 or 2 (light material), the transmission will downshift only to
2nd gear. The machine will load in 1st gear if already in that gear when
bucket loading starts. With the Autodig material selector switch in
positions 3 through 9, the transmission will automatically downshift to 1st
gear upon pile entry, regardless of the position of the autoshift selector
switch if the machine is in 2nd or 3rd gear.

Automatic pile detection mode automatically controls bucket loading.

When loading is complete, the bucket and linkage return to the Autodig
kickout position.

The operator triggered mode is used if the operator wants to control the
loading cycle. In the operator triggered mode, Autodig is activated when
the operator presses the trigger switch (7) to indicate when the pile has
been contacted. After the trigger switch is pressed, the system
automatically loads the bucket and returns the bucket and linkage to the
Autodig kickout position.

Record mode allows the operator to record the bucket loading cycle and
replay the cycle if the preprogrammed modes are not acceptable. Autodig
records all lever movements while loading the bucket. The lever
movements are stored in the record/playback position of the Autodig
selector switch.
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AUTODIG OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

• Autodig ON
• Lift Linkage Near Ground
• Bucket Angle Near Level
• Machine Speed > 0.7 kph and < 12.3 kph
• 1st, 2nd or 3rd Gear Forward
• No Direction Changes in Last 2 Seconds
• No Gear Changes in Last 0.5 Second
• Neutralizer Not Active
• Left and Tilt Levers Centered

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The following conditions are required to properly load the bucket with
Autodig:

• Autodig is ON
• Lift linkage is less than 2 feet off the ground
• Bucket angle is less than 10 degrees from level
• Machine speed is greater than 0.7 kph and less than 12.3 kph
• Transmission is in 1st, 2nd or 3rd gear FORWARD
• No directional changes in last 2.0 seconds
• No gear changes in last 0.5 second
• Neutralizer is not active, and has not been active for the last 0.5
second
• Lift and tilt levers are centered
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DIAGNOSTICS AND
CALIBRATIONS

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DIAGNOSTICS AND CALIBRATIONS

The electronic control systems on the 950G-980G Series II Wheel

Loaders have diagnostic and calibration capability.

• Programmable The Series II Wheel Loaders use a programmable Caterpillar Monitoring

Caterpillar Monitoring System main display module (upper right view), which allows for
System
software upgrades and future control system features.

• Machine configuration The Implement ECM, the Transmission ECM, and the Engine ECM allow
and calibrations machine configuration and electronic system calibrations using Caterpillar
Electronic Technician (ET) software. This example of a configuration
screen (lower right view) allows features in the software to be
installed/uninstalled, enabled/disabled, or certain operating characteristics
to be changed as appropriate for the installed attachments or customer
preferences.
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• ECM summary screen The ECM summary screen shows the available ECMs. There are four
standard ECMs on the 950G-980G Series II Wheel Loaders:

- Caterpillar Monitoring System main display module

- Engine ECM
- Transmission ECM
- Implement ECM

In this view, the Transmission ECM has been selected and the bottom half
of the screen displays the Transmission ECM information.

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• Attachment system If the machine is equipped with the Payload Control System, Machine
ECMs Security System, or Product Link the following applicable ECMs will
also be displayed:

- Payload Control System ECM

- Machine Security System ECM
- Product Link ECM

• ECM information An ECM may be selected to view machine parameters, perform

available in ET calibrations or diagnose problems. The information available in ET
depends upon the specific ECM. Categories of information include
configuration, status, faults, calibrations, and the software group part
number for the ECM.
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CATERPILLAR MONITORING SYSTEM

SPEEDOMETER/ MAIN DISPLAY ACTION
GAUGE CLUSTER TACHOMETER MODULE LAMP
MODULE MODULE

°C kPa Miles KM RPM Liter SERV

MPH
12 km/h 3F . ..
CODE
X10

ACTION
ALARM INPUT
COMPONENTS
DISPLAY DATA LINK

CAT DATA LINK

TRANSMISSION ECM ENGINE ECM IMPLEMENT ECM

INPUT INPUT INPUT

COMPONENTS COMPONENTS COMPONENTS

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• Caterpillar Monitoring This illustration shows the the relationship of the Caterpillar Monitoring
System: System to the other ECMs on the "G" Series II machines. Information
displayed on the Caterpillar Monitoring System is sent to the main display
module from input components in the monitoring system. Information is
also received by the monitoring system from the Transmission ECM,
Engine ECM, and Implement ECM over the CAT Data Link.

- Programmable The "G" Series II Wheel Loaders use a programmable Caterpillar

monitoring system Monitoring System main display module, which enables installation of
updated software that may include future control system features.

- Monitoring system Status groups and fault codes are available in ET for the Caterpillar
information in ET Monitoring System, but configuration data is not available.
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• Engine status screens For Series II machines, the ET engine screen displays include: status, fault
codes, events, and configuration.

Status screens provide information on engine parameters to assist in

engine diagnostics. Status screens are viewed in groups. Status
group 2 (fuel delivery) is shown here. Some numbered groups show
predefined parameters. Unique groups can be created to view specific
parameters.
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• Engine configuration The engine configuration screen (located in the service menu) shows the
screen engine parameters and values. In this view, the "Engine Fan Control" (on
demand fan) has been selected. The configuration screen allows the
Engine ECM to be configured to match the machine hardware.

Parameters new to the "G" Series II machines are the "Engine Fan
Control," "Engine Fan Reversing Feature," and "Ether Control."

NOTE: Ether control in not available on the 950G/962G Series II

Wheel Loaders.
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• Engine calibrations The engine calibration pull down menu is displayed. The engine
calibrations that can be performed on the "G" Series II engines include
"Injector Codes" and "Engine Timing".
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• Service menu: Another option under the service menu is service procedures. This view
shows that "Enable Dyno Mode" was selected from the service procedures
- Enable dyno mode
option.

The engine "Dyno Mode" service procedure must be performed with the
engine out of the machine on a test stand.
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• Transmission The transmission configuration screen displays the values of the

configuration screen transmission system parameters. The values correspond to machine
hardware and operator preferences.

New features on the "G" Series II Wheel Loaders include "Variable Shift
Control Enable Status" and the "Torque Converter Freewheel Stator
Installation Status."
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• Ride Control The "Ride Control Configuration" parameter has been selected in this
configuration view. "G" Series II machines with ride control include the "Improved (2-
valve)" arrangement. The two valves control the oil flow to the two lift
cylinders.

NOTE: The Ride Control parameter must be changed to the

"Improved (2-valve)" setting to change the Ride Control engagement
speed.
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• Speed Limiter The "Ground Speed Limiter Installation Status" parameter (arrow) is used
configuration (arrow) to configure the machine for the Speed Limiter feature.

NOTE: A factory password is required to enable or disable the Speed

Limiter feature.
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• Transmission Transmission calibrations that can be performed with ET include the

calibrations "Neutralization Setpoint Calibration" and the "Neutralization Setpoint
Adjustment" which were previously discussed.
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• Implement system The implement ECM information categories include: status, fault codes,
configuration events, configuration, and calibrations.

The implement configuration screen shown here displays the values of the
implement system parameters, if the machine is shipped without a
worktool or hardware changes are made. The parameters are separated
into categories which are underlined on the screen. The values
correspond to machine hardware and operator preferences.

If it is necessary to change the Implement ECM configuration, the

hardware must be configured correctly first. The hardware settings must
be changed in order starting at the top of the screen.

NOTE: Implement configurations should be performed only by

dealer technicians.
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• Implement linkage Each implement parameter may have several values to choose from. All
configuration machine options may not be available depending on machine
configuration.

ET software supports all machine configurations and attachments. The

"Implement Linkage Configuration" parameter is one example. Nine
implement linkage configurations are available worldwide, but only three
("Standard," "Logger," and "High Lift") are available in NACD.
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• Implement tool "Implement Tool Configuration" is another parameter to set on the

configuration machine. Once the hardware configuration values have been changed,
turn the key start switch OFF then ON, and refresh the ET screen.
Related parameter values change automatically. For example, if the
implement tool configuration value is "Forks," Autodig will not display as
available, even though the machine may be equipped with Autodig.
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• Implement system Implement control system calibrations that can be performed include
calibrations "Lever Sensor," "Linkage Sensor," and "Solenoid Valve Calibrations."
The calibrations must be performed in the order listed in the calibrations
pull down menu shown here.

• Sensor calibrations "Lever Calibrations" are performed to calibrate the lift and tilt lever
sensor and the 3rd function lever sensor if the machine is equipped with a
3rd function. The "Linkage Calibrations" are done to calibrate the lift
linkage position sensor and the tilt linkage position sensor which is new
for the Series II machines.
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• Lever sensor This illustration shows that the lever sensor calibration procedure has
calibrations been selected.
• Linkage sensor
Machines with lift and tilt linkage sensors have different procedures for
calibrations
"Start Current" calibrations than machines without lift and tilt linkage
sensors. When the linkage sensors are present, the start current is detected
automatically during the calibrations.

When the linkage sensors are not present, the technician must note when
the linkage begins to move and immediately push the required key on the
laptop computer to signal the Implement ECM that start current has been
reached.

NOTE: If a calibration is performed on the linkage sensors, the

calibration will fail if the linkage sensors have not been set as
"installed" in the configuration screen.
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• Lift lever calibration During calibration, a red check will appear in the box as each step is
completed completed. When all the steps are completed successfully, the screen will
display "Calibration Successful."
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• Valve calibrations The "Valve Calibrations" include the "Start Modulation" calibration for
the raise, lower, rackback and dump solenoid valves in addition to the 3rd
function rearward and forward solenoid valve if the machine is equipped
with a 3rd function.

If the machine is equipped with the lift and tilt linkage position sensors, a
"Max Modulation" calibration will be present for the rackback and dump
solenoid valves. When Autodig is installed on the machine an "Autodig"
calibration will also be present.

If a calibration fails as shown here, the fault must be corrected before

continuing with the calibration procedure.

NOTE: The solenoid valve calibrations cannot be performed on the

950G-980G Series II Wheel Loaders using the Caterpillar Monitoring
System.
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CONCLUSION

This concludes the presentation on the 950G-980G Series II Wheel

Loader machine updates. For more information, refer to the appropriate
"G" Series II Wheel Loader Service Manual.
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VISUALS LIST
1. Model view 25. Electro-hydraulic implement system features
2. Machine updates 26. Fine modulation
3. Operator station 27. Autodig components
4. Front console 28. Autodig operating requirements
5. Hydraulic control support 29. Diagnostics and calibrations
6. Right side armrest 30. ECM summary screen
7. Overhead console 31. Caterpillar Monitoring System block
8. Overhead console lower section diagram
9. Overhead console center section 32. Engine status screen
10. Overhead console top section 33. Engine configuration screen
11. 950G-980G Series II engines 34. Engine calibration screen
12. Electronic engine features 35. Engine Enable Dyno Mode screen
13. Engine derate schedules 36. Transmission configuration screen
14. Engine calibrations 37. Ride Control configuration parameter
15. Demand fan components 38. Speed Limiter configuration parameter
16. Fan drive hydraulic system schematic 39. Transmission calibrations
17. On demand fan circuit 40. Implement system configuration screen
18. Variable shift control system 41. Implement linkage configuration parameter
19. Brake pedals 42. Implement tool configuration parameter
20. Left brake pedal positions 43. Implement system calibrations
21. Transmission neutralizer lamp 44. Lever sensor calibrations
22. IBS calibration 45. Lift lever sensor calibrations
23. Speed Limiter Attachment 46. Implement solenoid valve calibrations
24. Electro-hydraulic implement system 47. Model view
components
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Machine Walk-around Checklist

Directions: Use this sheet to identify the machine maintenance items during a walk-around inspection.
Place a check in the blank space when the item has been identified.

___ Engine oil dipstick

___ Engine oil filter
___ Engine oil cap
___ Air filter
___ Air filter indicator
___ Crankcase breather
___ Engine oil S•O•S tap
___ Fuel filters
___ Coolant sight glass
___ Central grease station
___ Transmission oil filter
___ Transmission oil sight gauge
___ Transmission oil fill cap
___ Transmission oil breather
___ Transmission oil S•O•S tap
___ Differential and final drive oil level
___ Cab air filter
___ Hydraulic oil filter
___ Hydraulic oil level
___ Hydraulic S•O•S tap
___ Windshield washer reservoir
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Operator's Station Checklist

Directions: Use this sheet to identify components in the operator's station during a walk-around
inspection. Place a check in the blank space when the item has been identified and fill in the blanks
where indicated.

___ Transmission control lever switches ___ Hazard lamp switch

___ Horn ___ Engine start switch
___ Steering wheel tilt and telescopic ___ 12 Volt power receptacle
controls ___ Lighter
___ Tilt and lift control levers ___ Variable shift control switch (if
___ Seat controls equipped)
___ Governor pedal ___ Autodig mode switch (if equipped)
___ Brake pedals ___ Autodig kickout switch (if equipped)
___ Fine modulation switch (if equipped) ___ Autodig selector switch (if equipped)
___ Implement lockout switch ___ Implement kickout switch
___ Autodig trigger switch (if equipped) ___ Windshield wiper group switches
___ Ether starting aid switch ___ Heating and A/C switches
___ Parking brake knob ___ Autoshift control switch
___ Beacon light switch (if equipped) ___ Ride control switch
___ ET service connector ___ Transmission neutralizer switch

Caterpillar Monitoring System gauges (list):
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Left indicator panel (list indicator lamps):
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Right indicator panel (list indicator lamps):
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STMG 748 - 67 - Serviceman's Handout No. 3
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Engine Electronic Control System Checklist

Directions: Use this sheet to identify the engine electronic control system components on the machine
during a walk-around inspection and on the machine electrical schematic. Place a check in the blank
space next to the component name after the component has been identified on the machine. Locate each
component on the electrical schematic and list the schematic grid location and part number.

___Engine ECM Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________

___EUI Injectors (966G/972G/980G)
___Timing Calibration Connector
___Cam Speed/Timing Sensor
___Crank Speed/Timing Sensor
___Coolant Temperature Sensor
___Intake Air Temperature Sensor
___Atmospheric Pressure Sensor
___Turbocharger Outlet Press. Sensor
___Engine Oil Pressure Sensor
___Fuel Temperature Sensor
___Fuel Pressure Sensor
___Throttle Position Sensor
___Ground Level Shutdown Switch
___Transmission Oil Temp. Sensor
___Variable Speed Fan Solenoid
___Turbo Inlet Pressure Sensor
___Ether Relay (966G/972G/980G)
___Air Inlet Relay (950G/962G)
Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
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HEUI Components (950G/962G):

___HEUI Injectors Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________

___Injection Actuation Solenoid Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
___Injection Actuation Press. Sensor Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
___Engine Oil Temp. Sensor Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
STMG 748 - 68 - Serviceman's Handout No. 4
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Transmission Electronic Control System Checklist

Directions: Use this sheet to identify the transmission electronic control system components on the
machine during a walk-around inspection and on the machine electrical schematic. Place a check in the
blank space next to the component name after the component has been identified on the machine.
Locate each component on the electrical schematic and list the schematic grid location and part number.

___Transmission ECM Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________

___Transmission Switches
(Command Control Steering)
___Transmission Switches
(Standard Steering)
___Implement Lever Downshift Switch
(Standard Steering)
___Auto/Manual Switch
___Variable Shift Control Switch
___Steering Pressure Switch
___Transmission Neutralizer Switch
___Key Start Switch
___Start Relay
___Ride Control Switch (if equipped)
___Brake Pedal Position Sensor
___Backup Alarm (if equipped)
___Parking Brake Pressure Switch
___Transmission Clutch Solenoids
___Ride Control Solenoids
___Transmission Output Speed Sensor
No. 1
950G/962G/966G/972G only:
___Transmission Output Speed Sensor
No. 2
___Torque Converter Output
Speed Sensor
Schematic Grid:________
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STMG 748 - 69 - Serviceman's Handout No. 5
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Electro-Hydraulic Implement Control System Checklist

Directions: Use this sheet to identify the electro-hydraulic implement system components on the
machine during a walk-around inspection and on the machine electrical schematic. Place a check in the
blank space next to the component name after the component has been identified on the machine.
Locate each component on the electrical schematic and list the schematic grid location and part number.

___Implement ECM Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________

___Lift/Tilt Kickout Set Switch
___Implement Lockout Switch
___Raise Detent Coil
___Lower Detent Coil
___Tilt Detent Coil
___Lift Lever Position Sensor
___Tilt Lever Position Sensor
___Lift Arm Position Sensor
___Tilt Linkage Position Sensor
___On/Off Pilot Solenoid
___Lift Arm Raise Solenoid
___Lift Arm Lower Solenoid
___Rackback Solenoid
___Dump Solenoid
Schematic Grid:________
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Attachment Components:
___Function Select Switch
___Side Dump Detent Coil
___Third Lever Position Sensor
___Third Function Solenoids
___Fine Modulation Switch
___Parallel Lift Switch
Schematic Grid:________
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STMG 748
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Electro-Hydraulic Implement Control System Checklist (continued)
Autodig Attachment Components:
___Autodig Trigger Switch
___Autodig Mode Switch
___Autodig Kickout Set Switch
___Autodig Material Select Switch
___Lift Cylinder Head End
Pressure Sensor
- 70 - Serviceman's Handout No. 6
Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
Schematic Grid:________ Part No. ________________
STMG 748 - 71 - Serviceman's Handout No. 7
01/02

Pre-Delivery Checklist

Directions: Use this sheet to perform a pre-delivery check of the "G" Series II Wheel Loader. Using
the appropriate Service Manual Module, record the machine specifications and actual test results on the
worksheet below.

TEST SPECIFICATION ACTUAL

Engine:
Engine Speed (Low Idle) ________________ ________________
Engine Speed (High Idle) ________________ ________________
Engine Speed in 4th Gear ________________ ________________
(Torque Converter Stall)
Engine Speed in 4th Gear ________________ ________________
(Torque Converter and Implement Stall)
950G/962G only:
Fuel Pressure (Low Idle) ________________ ________________
Fuel Pressure (High Idle) ________________ ________________
Power Train:
Transmission Pump Pressure (Low Idle) ________________ ________________
Transmission Pump Pressure (High Idle) ________________ ________________
Torque Converter Charging Pressure ________________ ________________
Hydraulic System:
Main Relief Valve Pressure ________________ ________________
Rod End Tilt Pressure ________________ ________________
Head End Tilt Pressure ________________ ________________
Main Pilot Pressure (High Idle) ________________ ________________
Steering System:
Pump Cutoff Pressure (High Idle) ________________ ________________
Steering Relief Valve Pressure ________________ ________________
Fan Drive System:
Fan Speed (High Idle) ________________ ________________
STMG 748 - 72 - Serviceman's Handout No. 8
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Pre-Delivery Checklist (continued)

TEST SPECIFICATION ACTUAL

Brake System:
Accumulator Pressure: PRECHARGE ________________ ________________

CUT IN ________________ ________________

CUT OUT ________________ ________________

STANDBY ________________ ________________

Parking Brake Hold Off Pressure ________________ ________________

Parking Brake Protection Delay Time ________________ ________________

STMG 748 - 73 - Serviceman's Handout No. 9
01/02

Diagnosis and Calibration Checklist

Directions: Using the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) Service Tool, perform the following
tasks:

___ View active and logged diagnostic codes

___ Clear active and logged diagnostic codes
___ View the status of machine parameters (Engine, Transmission and Implement)
___ Perform machine calibrations
___ View machine configurations
___ Flash the ECM (Engine, Transmission or Implement)

Directions: Using the Caterpillar Monitoring System and the 4C8195 Control Service Tool, perform
the following tasks:

___ View active and logged diagnostic codes

___ Clear active and logged diagnostic codes
___ Perform machine calibrations
___ View machine configurations
___ Enter the Implement Hydraulic Service Mode
SERV1748 Printed in U.S.A.
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