RETAINER 8D3615 - Caterpillar

System Operation Description:Use this procedure to troubleshoot the electrical system if a problem is suspected with the power to the Electronic Control Module (ECM). Also use this procedure if any one of the diagnostic codes in Table 1 is active or easily repeated.
Table 1
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
J1939 Code and Description Conditions that Generate the Code System Response
158-2 Keyswitch Battery Potential : Erratic, Intermittent, or Incorrect The ECM detects an erratic signal from the keyswitch. The keyswitch is cycled at least three times in the last second. The code is logged.
168-2 Battery Potential / Power Input 1 : Erratic, Intermittent, or Incorrect The engine is running. The battery voltage falls below 6 VDC and the voltage returns above 9 VDC for three voltage readings in the last seven seconds. The code is logged.
168-3 Battery Potential / Power Input 1 : Voltage Above Normal The ECM detects voltage that is above the acceptable value. The code is logged.
168-4 Battery Potential / Power Input 1 : Voltage Below Normal The ECM detects voltage that is below the acceptable value. The code is logged. The engine ECM requires the keyswitch to be in the ON position in order to maintain communications with Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET).
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Schematic for the electrical power supply circuit
Test Step 1. Check for Active Diagnostic Codes
Establish communication between Cat ET and the ECM . Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electronic Service Tools", if necessary.
Start the engine. Run the engine until the engine is at normal operating temperature.
Observe the "Active Diagnostic" screen on Cat ET. Wait at least 30 seconds so that any codes may become active. Look for these codes:
168-2
168-3
168-4Results:
Active 168-2 or 158-2 - Proceed to Test Step 2.
Active 168-3 - Proceed to Test Step 3.
Active 168-4 - Proceed to Test Step 4.Test Step 2. Inspect the Electrical Connectors and the Wiring for the Charging Circuit
Turn the keyswitch to the OFF position.
Check the harness connections at the battery and at the alternator.
Check the harness between the battery and the alternator. Results:
OK - The harness and connectors appear to be OK.Repair: There