SEAL 9H5548 - Caterpillar

Note: The E198 or 5580 code may activate when the water separator is being drained. Disregard the code and toggle the keyswitch to clear the code.Use this procedure in order to troubleshoot a low fuel pressure. Use this procedure if one of the following event codes is active. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Event Codes" for information about event codes. For information on the engine monitoring system, refer to Troubleshooting, "Engine Monitoring System".Clear all "Active" codes using Cat® ET before proceeding with the following procedure. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Diagnostic Capabilities - Clearing Active Codes for On Board Diagnostics (OBD)", for more information on clearing "Active" codes.Note: Some of the following codes may not be applicable for certain applications.
Table 1
Diagnostic Trouble Codes    
J1939 Code    CDL Code    Code Description    Comments    
5580-17     E198 (1)     Low Fuel Pressure     The code is logged.    
5580-18     E198 (2)     Low Fuel Pressure     The code is logged.
The engine power is derated.
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) will illuminate the action lamp.    
Table 2
Associated Diagnostic Trouble Codes    
J1939 Code     CDL Code    
5584-15     E390 (1)    
5584-16     E390 (2)    
Table 3
Troubleshooting Test Steps    Values    Results    
1. Determine the Code
A. Connect Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) to the service tool connector. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electronic Service Tools", if necessary.
B. Download the "Warranty Report" from the engine ECM before performing any troubleshooting or clearing diagnostic trouble codes.
C. Determine if a diagnostic trouble code is present or an associated code is present.
   
Codes    
Result: An E198 or 5580 code is present.
Proceed to Test Step 2.
Result: An associated code is present.
Troubleshoot the associated code. Refer to the proper troubleshooting procedure.
STOP
   
2. Check the Fuel Level in the Tank
A. Visually inspect the fuel level in the fuel tank. Ensure that the fuel tank contains enough fuel in order to operate the engine.
B. Ensure that the fuel supply valve (if equipped) is in the full OPEN position.
   
Fuel level    
Result: The fuel level is OK.
Proceed to Test Step 3.
Result: The fuel level is not OK.
Fill the tank. Verify that the problem has been resolved.
If the problem is not resolved, proceed to Test Step 3.
   
3. Inspect the Fuel System for Leaks
A. Perform a visual inspection of the fuel system. Verify that there are no fuel leaks. Inspect the fuel lines from the fuel transfer pump to the secondary fuel filter base for restrictions. Refer to Systems Operation/Testing and Adjusting, "Fuel System - Inspect" for additional information.
   
Leaks in the fuel system    
Result: No leaks were found.
Proceed to Test Step 4.
Result: Leaks were found in the fuel system.
Repair the leaks. Verify that the problem is resolved.
If the problem is not resolved, proceed to Test Step 4.
   Note: Cold weather adversely affects the characteristics of the fuel. Refer to the engine Operation and Maintenance Manual for information on improving the characteristics of the fuel during cold-weather operation.
Table 4
Required Tooling for Fuel Pressure Sensor