Troubleshooting

Use this as a reference for the location and correction of problems in the power train. When more checks are necessary,
use the 5P6225 Hydraulic Test Box. Locations of the pressure taps and procedures for tests and adjustments are given in
the 950B & 950E POWER SHIFT TRANSMISSION TESTING AND ADJUSTING, Form No. SENR2257.

Always make visual checks first, operation checks second, and instrument checks third.

Visual Checks
1. Check the oil level in the differentials.

2. Check the oil level in the output transfer gear case.

3. Check all oil lines, hoses and connections for leaks or damage.

4. Check all external valves for leaks or damage.

5. Check for oil on the ground under the machine.

6. Check the transmission control linkage for damage and/or adjustment.

7. Let the oil out of the housing for the transmission oil filter. Remove and check the filter element for foreign material.

a. Shiny steel particles give the indication of wear and/or failure in the oil pump.
b. Aluminum particles give the indication of a failure in the torque converter.
c. Rubber particles (seal or hose material) give the indication of a hose or seal failure.
d. A heavy accumulation of black rubber material on the filter element gives the indication of worn clutch discs in
the transmission.
e. Iron or steel chips give the indication of broken components in the transmission, torque converter or transfer
gears.

8. Let the oil out of the case for the output transfer gears. Remove and check the magnetic screen for foreign material.

a. Iron or steel chips give the indication of broken components in the transmission, torque converter or transfer
gears.
b. Aluminum chips give the indication of a failure in the torque converter.
c. Rubber particles (seal or hose material) give the indication of a hose or seal failure.
d. Rubber pieces (transmission clutch disc material) give the indication of a failure in the transmission clutches.

If you find rubber, aluminum, iron or steel particles, all components of the hydraulic system must be washed clean. Do not
use parts with damage. Use new parts.

Checks During Operation

When checks are made while the machine is in operation, make sure
only approved personnel are on the machine. Keep other personnel off
the machine and in view of the operator. Make sure checks are done in
a open area.
With the engine running, the parking brake "OFF" and the steering column toward the operator, move the transmission
selection lever to all positions. The transmission must engage in all positions. The machine must not move in NEUTRAL.
The selection lever must stay in either FORWARD or REVERSE.

With the engine running, the parking brake "ON" and the steering column toward the operator, move the transmission
selection lever to either the REVERSE or FORWARD position. The parking brake indicator light and the master fault
light must come "ON" and the alarm must sound. Immediately release the selection lever. The alarm must stop and the
master fault light must go "OFF", and the lever return to NEUTRAL.

NOTICE
With the parking brake ENGAGED,
move the machine in case of an
emergency only. Fire and damage to the
parking brake can be the result if the
machine is moved too far.

Release the parking brake. Operate the machine in each direction and speed. Make note of all noises that are not normal
and find their sources.

If the operation of the machine is not correct, make reference to the Check List During Operation for "problems" and
"probable causes".

Check List During Operation

Transmission

Problem: Transmission gets hot.

Probable Cause:

1. Low oil level.

2. Restrictions in oil cooler or lines.
3. Magnetic screens in output transfer gear case has too many restrictions.
4. Clutches not released all the way (drag).
5. Operation of ratio valve for the torque converter not correct.
6. Oil pump has wear or damage.
7. Too much leakage in system

Problem: Transmission does not make a shift from one speed to another speed.

Probable Cause:

1. Adjustment of speed control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not make a shift from one direction to another direction.

Probable Cause:

1. Adjustment of direction control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission shifts slowly.

Probable Cause:

1. Low oil pressure.

2. Control linkages have damage or adjustment not correct.
3. Air leaks on inlet side of oil pump.
4. Failure in the transmission pressure control valve.

Problem: Transmission clutches engage very suddenly (rough shifts).

Probable Cause:

1. Primary pressure setting of modulation relief valve not correct.

2. Load piston in pressure control valve does not move.
3. Operation of pressure differential valve not correct.
4. Springs in the pressure control valve that are weak or have damage.
5. Adjustment of control linkages not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in any speed or clutches do not engage (slip) in all speeds.

Probable Cause:

1. Low oil pressure because of:

a. Low oil level in transfer gear case.
b. Failure of oil pump or oil pump drive.
c. Air leaks on inlet side of pump.
d. Adjustment of modulation relief valve not correct.
e. Too much leakage inside the transmission.
f. Failure in the transmission pressure control valve.
2. Mechanical failure in the transmission.
3. Mechanical failure in transfer gears.
4. Mechanical failure in differentials.
5. Torque converter failure.

Problem: Transmission engages but the machine does not move and the engine stops.

Probable Cause:

1. Mechanical failure in the output transfer gears.

2. Mechanical failure in a differential (front or rear).
3. Mechanical failure in a final drive.
4. Gears in transmission do not turn because of:
a. Too many clutches engaged.
b. Mechanical failure in transmission.

Problem: Machine moves when selection lever is in NEUTRAL.

Probable Cause:

1. Adjustment of direction control linkage not correct.

2. Direction clutch engaged.

Problem: Low clutch pressures.

Probable Cause:
 1. Clutch seal rings have damage.
2. Operation of modulation relief valve not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in any FORWARD speeds.

Probable Cause:

1. No. 2 clutch not engaged (slips) because of:

a. Low oil pressure.
b. Discs and plates have too much wear.
c. Broken components.
2. Adjustment of direction control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in any REVERSE speed.

Probable Cause:

1. No. 1 clutch not engaged (slips) because of:

a. Low oil pressure.
b. Discs and plates have too much wear.
c. Broken components.
2. Adjustment of direction control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in FIRST speed FORWARD or REVERSE.

Probable Cause:

1. No. 6 clutch not engaged (slips) because of:

a. Low oil pressure.
b. Discs and plates have too much wear.
c. Broken components.
2. Adjustment of speed control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in SECOND speed FORWARD or REVERSE.

Probable Cause:

1. No. 5 clutch not engaged (slips) because of:

a. Low oil pressure.
b. Discs and plates have too much wear.
c. Broken components.
2. Adjustment of speed control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in THIRD speed FORWARD or REVERSE.

Probable Cause:

1. No. 4 clutch not engaged (slips) because of:

a. Low oil pressure.
b. Discs and plates have too much wear.
c. Broken components.
2. Adjustment of speed control linkage not correct.

Problem: Transmission does not operate in FOURTH speed FORWARD or REVERSE.

Probable Cause:

1. No. 3 clutch not engaged (slips) because of:

a. Low oil pressure.
b. Discs and plates have too much wear.
c. Broken components.
2. Adjustment of speed control linkage not correct.

Problem: High pressure at pressure taps for P1 (speed) and P2 (direction) clutches in all speeds and directions.

Probable Cause:

1. Operation of modulation relief valve not correct.

Problem: High pressure at P2 (direction) clutch pressure tap in both directions.

Probable Cause:

1. Operation of pressure differential valve not correct.

Problem: Low pressure at pressure taps for P1 (speed) and P2 (direction) clutches in all speeds and directions.

Probable Cause:

1. Operation of modulation relief valve not correct.

2. Operation of load piston not correct.

Problem: Low pressure at P2 clutch pressure tap in REVERSE speeds.

Probable Cause:

1. Too much leakage in the No. 1 clutch.

Problem: Low pressure at P2 clutch pressure tap in FORWARD speed.

Probable Cause:

1. Too much leakage in the No. 2 clutch.

Problem: Transmission stays engaged when the left brake pedal is pushed.

Probable Cause:

1. Failure in transmission neutralizer valve.

Problem: Pump noise not normal.

Probable Cause:

1. Loud sounds at short intervals that give an indication that particles are going through the pump is caused by
pump cavitation.
2. A constant loud noise is an indication of pump failure.
3. Air at the inlet side of the pump (aeration).
Problem: Transmission selection lever does not stay in a direction with the engine running and parking brake
"OFF".

Probable Cause:

1. Failure in transmission neutralizer group.

2. No air pressure to transmission neutralizer group.

Problem: Back-up alarm does not sound when selection lever is put in REVERSE.

Probable Cause:

1. Adjustment of direction control linkage not correct.

2. Failure of back-up alarm switch.
3. Failure of back-up alarm.
4. Failure in the wiring of back-up alarm circuit.

Problem: With the engine running and the parking brake "ON", the alarm does not sound when transmission
selection lever is put in a direction.

Probable Cause:

1. Adjustment of direction control linkage not correct.

2. Operation of transmission neutralizer group not correct.
3. Failure of transmission neutralizer switch.
4. Failure of alarm.
5. Failure in the wiring of the warning system.

Problem: With the engine running and the parking brake "ON", the transmission selection lever does not return to
NEUTRAL when put in a direction.

Probable Cause:

1. Failure in transmission neutralizer group.

2. Failure in parking brake system.

Torque Converter

Problem: Torque converter gets hot.

Probable Cause:

1. Low oil level in transfer gear case.

2. Low water level in engine radiator.
3. Restrictions in oil cooler or oil lines.
4. Too much operation of machine at or near stall speed (overload).
5. Too much oil in the converter housing around the converter because of:
a. Too much oil leakage inside the converter.
b. Ratio valve for the torque converter does not move (too much inlet oil).
6. Not enough oil to the converter because of:
a. Ratio valve for the torque converter does not move (not enough inlet oil).
b. Oil pump failure.
c. Too much leakage in transmission.
Problem: High pressure at converter outlet relief valve tap.

Probable Cause:

1. Adjustment of converter outlet relief valve not correct.

2. Valve spool in outlet relief valve does not move.