This information provides design and function, specification and procedure details for
Electrical Wiring and Connections for MACK vehicles.
Note: For information on mDrive PTO installation and wiring see Section 9 PTO
Installation, mDrive.
Note: For information on PTO parameter programming see Section 9 PTO Parameter
Programming.
Unless stated otherwise, following a recommendation listed in this manual does not
automatically guarantee compliance with applicable government regulations. Compliance
with applicable government regulations is your responsibility as the party making the
additions/modifications.
Please be advised that the MACK Trucks, Inc. vehicle warranty does not apply to any
MACK vehicle that has been modified in any way, which in MACK's judgment might affect
the vehicles stability or reliability.
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• “Wiring J1939”, page 52
• “9-pin Diagnostic Connector”, page 54
• “16-pin Diagnostic Connector”, page 55
• “Termination Resistor”, page 60
• “Parameter List”, page 61
• “Multiplexing Body Builder J1939 CAN ”, page 77
• “Support Inbound and Outbound J-1939 Message Information ”, page 85
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Abbreviations
• ACC Adaptive Cruise Control
• BOC Back of Cab
• CAN Controller Area Network
• CDS Custom Defined Statement (replaced by DCL)
• DCL DataMax Control Language
• ECM Engine Control Module
• EHT Electronic Hand Throttle
• EMS Engine Management System
• ESC Engine Speed Control
• FMI Failure Mode Identification
• GMT Greenwich Mean Time
• MID Message Identifier (J1587 source)
• PGN Parameter Group Number (J1939 message ID)
• PID Parameter Identification (J1587)
• PID Product Identification (order code)
• PTO Power Take Off
• PTT2 Premium Tech Tool 2
• SA Source Address (J1939 unit identifier)
• SID Subsystem Identification (J1587)
• SPN Suspect Parameter Number (J1939 parameter)
• SSC Single Speed Control
• TCM Transmission Control Module
• VDA Vehicle Data Administration (OEM database)
• VECU Vehicle Electronic Control Unit
• V-MAC Vehicle Management And Control (Mack brand electronics name)
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General Wiring Definitions
The general wiring definitions provides a standardized list of terminology used in running wires, hoses, and cables throughout the vehicle.
Abrasive Surface
AWG
Bundled With
Cable Tie
ChafingTo wear away by rubbing
Contacts
CrimpedA routed commodity that is bent or pressed into ridges
DamagedAn item that differs from its original condition
DroopingRouted items hanging downward which are detrimental to safe vehicle operation
Dual Fall
High Current
Electrical Cables
High NutExtended clamp length
Kinked
Items capable of causing damage to the routed commodity in a rubbing condition during vehicle
operation
American Wire Gauge
A number of items tied, wrapped, or otherwise held together
A nylon plastic self-sizing strap, UV resistant, capable of bundling specified load(s) during vehicle
operation
Items touching each other.
(Pertaining to the Compressor Discharge Line) A high point in the routing of the Compressor Dis-
charge Line (located on the engine) whereby any collected moisture is allowed to fall in two different di-
rections where it is either dissipated by heat or is purged
Wire sizes 13 mm sq. (0.5 inches sq.) (6 AWG) and larger
A tight bend, curl, or twist in the routed commodity causing flow to be restricted
Low Current Elec-
trical Cables
Low Nut
Material Grade 30
Material Grade 50
May
Not Secured
Plastic Conduit
PunctureSmall hole or wound
Routed With
RubbingItems that contact each other and have independent movement
Shall
Sharp EdgeA surface capable of cutting or piercing the routed commodity during vehicle operation
Should
Verb typically used in a statement of practice that is a permissive condition and carries no requirement
or recommendation. It can be included to alter statements of mandate or recommendation
Corrugated or smooth wall tubing used to protect hoses, harnesses, cables, tubing, pipes, etc.
Items taking the same path but not attached to each other (i.e., parallel but separate)
Verb typically used in a statement of required, mandatory or specifically prohibitive practice regarding
Verb typically used in a statement of recommended, but not mandatory, practice in typical situations
with deviations allowed if Engineering judgement or Engineering study indicates the deviation is
Wire sizes 8 mm sq. (0.3 inches sq) (8 AWG) and smaller
Standard clamp length
Minimum yield strength of 30,000 psi
Minimum yield strength of 50,000 psi
Items not fastened, bundled or tied
routing and clipping
appropriate
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Twisted
Distorted from the routed commodities’ original shape about it’s cross-sectional center line
TouchItems that contact each other but do not have relative movement
Routing and Clipping Guidelines
1 Brackets used in routing and clipping should be Material Grade 50 or better to ensure sufficient clamp load when sharing
joint connections with cross members or other structural members. This applies only to joint connections using a low nut.
Brackets of Material Grade 30 are acceptable provided the shared joint is using a high nut. The area of the clip bracket
under the bolt head must be a least as large as the bolt head itself.
2 Clips that scratch exterior mounting surfaces shall not be used (i.e., barbed/spring type) unless the material is non-corrod-
ing (i.e., plastic). Clips must have rust protection.
3 Clip sizes should adequately secure the bundle without restricting flow, causing collapse, or preventing relative
movement.
4 Bundles shall be supported at 24 inches (600 mm) maximum intervals, a cable tie should be used between clip points on
bundles with the exception of electrical wiring harness which shall have a maximum support distance of 18 inches (450
mm) and a cable tie on bundles between clip points. When air and electrical lines are bundled together, the commodity
with the greater cross sectional area may determine the support spacing. A minimum of two cable ties shall be used between clip points to bundle electrical lines when the larger interval is used.
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1 Support electrical cables every 18 inches (450 mm)
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Support Distances, Continued
1 Support cables near connectors every 4 inches (100 mm)
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1 Electrical cables and wiring harnesses are to be secured 4 inches (100 mm) from the wire insertion end of the connector
or clipped to the body.
2 Routing and clipping on purchased components (i.e., engine/transmission) should not include removing or replacing a
bolt(s), nut(s) or screw(s) installed by the manufacturer. In such cases where this is unavoidable, the bolt(s), nut(s) or
screw(s) shall be re-installed to the manufacturer’s specifications.
3 Bundles should not contact sharp edges of cross members. Contact may occur if it is against a smooth surface, a smooth
radiused edge or a coined edge and the bundle is secured to prevent independent movement.
4 Hoses, tubing, pipes and electrical conduits shall not rub each other but may touch.
5 The fabric braided portion of the compressor discharge hose is compatible to be bundled with all routed air lines.
6 The compressor discharge pipe shall be routed independent of all other routing.
7 Electric cables/harnesses must not be bundled with fuel or hydraulic lines. The electrical cables/harnesses may be routed
parallel with fuel or hydraulic lines, however must remain separated by approved clipping materials. When design control
is possible, electrical cables/harnesses will be routed above fuel or hydraulic lines. If fuel or hydraulic lines must route
above circuit protected electrical cables /harnesses, the fuel or hydraulic lines will have no fittings or potential leak points
above electrical cables/harnesses and shall be minimized to the shortest distance possible over low current electrical cables/harnesses.
8 All associated markings on air and electrical harnesses should have a corresponding clipping apparatus.
9 Critical clipping locations shall be designated on the component to insure proper placement in the vehicle (i.e., tape).
10 Maximum support distance for compressor discharge rigid pipe, 30 inches (762 mm). Pipe to be isolated from support
brackets (i.e. rubber isolator).
11 Maximum support distance for compressor discharge flex hose, 24 inches (600 mm).
12 Compressor discharge line should have a constant fall from compressor to air dryer. A dual fall is allowable provided it oc-
curs on the engine and within 24 inches (600 mm) of the compressor.
13 Maximum allowable dip in compressor discharge pipe/hose is one half the outer diameter of the pipe/hose. Preferred rout-
ing should have no dips in any of the routing. This is to avoid line blockage due to water collecting and freezing in the line.
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Heating Specifications
In order to maintain the integrity of the cables and hoses, observe the following specifications for routing near a heat source.
Cable, hose, or harness
type
Electrical cables and wiring
harnesses
Unprotected hoses, tubing,
harnesses, and cables
5 inches (130 mm) in all directions from turbocharger, exhaust components, and other high
3 inches (76 mm) above, 2 ½ inches (63,5 mm) beside and 2 inches (51 mm) below
flective heat sheathing
Silicone transmission coolant
hoses
2 inches (51 mm) from exhaust manifold and turbo (with reflective heat sleeving), 1 inch (25
mm) from exhaust pipe
Hoses, tubing, harnesses,
and cables protected by a
heat shield (no reflective
3/8 inch (10 mm) between the component and the heat shield. (Not valid for fuel lines)
sheathing)
Refrigerant suction hoses8 inches (200 mm)
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1 Heat Radius from the Turbocharger, Front: 5 inches (130 mm)
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The SCR, DPF, and exhaust piping generate substantial heat. Keep electrical cables away from these components.
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Clipping Guidelines
Clipping brackets should be designed and mounted to adequately support the bundle. Clips should be mounted in a hanging
position or supported along three-quarters of the horizontal mounting surface. Orientations that do not conform to the illustrations shall be tested.
1 When hoses, wires, and cables cross one another, secure them with a clamp. This prevents the sawing motion that could
abrade them.
2 When routing flex hoses that are bent in two planes, clip them to prevent twisting. Clamp the hose at the point where the
hose changes planes. The clamp has the effect of dividing the hose into two assemblies. If the section of the hose is bent
in the same plane as the movement, the bend will absorb the movement and the hose will not twist.
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When routing connectors with cable ties, ensure the cable ties do not contact the connector locking tab. Cable ties should also not contact the bare wire.
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Battery Cable Guidelines
The battery cable guidelines prevent electrical interference that can occur from improperly routed cables. In addition, the
guidelines prevent cable damage through abrasion.
1 Battery cables with standard SAE stranding shall be supported at 16 inches (400 mm) maximum intervals. A separator
type cable tie or an independent separator with cable tie may be used between clip points. No relative movement may occur between cables. If two (2) cable separators are used, they are to be installed equidistant from each other and arranged on a straight line, a maximum span between clip points of 24 inches (600 mm) may be used.
2 Strain relief clipping shall be provided for the battery and starter motor terminals. The strain relief clip shall be located with
no relative motion to the terminals. The strain relief clip should be located close to these terminals and shall be within 20
inch (500 mm) cable length to the starter terminals.
3 Grommets shall be installed at points where cables pass through sheet metal or frames.
4 Routing shall avoid exposed edges of frame members, abrasive surfaces, and all sharp edges. When routing inside the
frame, ensure that no contact with the frame is made with uncovered cables. Uncovered battery cables, external of the
battery box, shall be routed independent of all other conduits. Covered cables may be bundled with other similarly covered
conduits and air piping with a secured separator. Do not route with/under fuel lines.
5 Cables should be clipped as close as possible to all cable bends.
6 Battery cables shall not be located within 5 inches (130 mm) of engine exhaust related components or other heat sources
without heat coverings or heat shielding. Testing shall be performed to determine effects of closer allowances and the use
of heat shields. Battery cables should not be installed in any area directly above engine exhaust related components.
7 Where cables flex between moving parts, the last supporting clip shall be securely mounted such that relative movement
does not promote chaffing.
8 Battery cables shall not support any mechanical loads other than their own mass.
9 Minimum bend radii of battery cables should be 3 times the cable diameter for standard SAE strand cable.
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1 Tube Diameter
2 Circle Diameter ( 3 x Tube Diameter)
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Battery Guidelines, Continued
1 Star washers shall not be used on current path connections including grounds.
2 Asphalt type loom shall not be used for battery cable protection applications.
3 Battery cables shall not rub each other or surrounding items, but may touch when all items have no independent move-
ment. Uncovered battery cables may not touch each other outside the battery box.
4 All exposed exterior to cab circuit ends shall be coated with a dielectric protective coating. Thickness to be 0.13 – 0.3 in-
ches (3.5 – 7 mm) wet, full coverage, 3 inches (76.2 mm) diameter, or shall be completely covered with required inhibitor.
5 Clip orientations should be per illustration or installation drawings utilizing compression or heavy duty clip.
6 Plastic conduit may be bundled and cable tied with covered battery cables when all items have no independent movement
with each other. Battery cables may touch each other, plastic conduit or the battery, inside the battery box.
7 Covered battery cables may be securely tied or clamped to each other if no independent movement exists. Cables at-
tached to the same terminal stud may be tied or clamped to each other.
8 Battery cable ends at the starter motor posts should be installed and positioned first with the engine harness terminals as-
sembled after. Starter terminals that come with the starter may be first on the starter studs. Terminals shall not be re-configured or bent.
9 Frame bolt placement, adjacent to the battery box, should have the bolt or screw threaded end facing away from the bat-
tery box and any related cables. Wrench grip type bolts should not be used in the frame at the battery box area. Nonwrench grip type bolt or screw threaded ends may face toward the battery box only if clip bracketing or shielding shall be
provided to prevent any possible cable contact with frame mounted hardware. Bolts that mount the battery box to the
frame may be oriented toward the battery box.
10 Added abrasion protection should be used where the cable contacts other routed commodities or surfaces with no inde-
pendent movement such as frame rail surfaces or transmission and engine castings. Polyethylene, polypropylene, nylon
conduit and thick wall heat shrink tubing may be used for added abrasion protection.
11 Cables should be located to afford protection from road splash, stones, abrasion, grease, oil and fuel. Cables exposed to
such conditions should be further protected by either, or a combination of, the use of heavy wall thermoplastic insulated
cable, additional tape application, plastic sleeve or conduit.
12 Anytime an existing fastener is used to secure a clipping bracket (or any similar device), the fastener shall be re-torqued
to the value specified in the original documentation given for the fastener.
13 Each exposed exterior circuit end must be coated with a dielectric protective coating. Thickness to be 0.13 – 0.3 inches
14 Do not use box clamps to secure battery cables.
15 In addition to berringer clamps, use double-head tie clamps.
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Box Clamps (shown above) are NOT to be used for securing battery cables to each other.
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Double-head tie clamps may be used to route battery cables.
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Ring Terminal Assembly
Assemble terminal carrying the highest current (largest gauge wire) first, then graduate to the smallest gauge up to the fastener. Use a maximum of three (3) terminals per stud (unless otherwise specified on an illustration drawing).
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When attaching ring terminals with a fastener, tighten the fastener to appropriate torque so that the contact area will touch
the terminal at any point, in a full circle that is part of the terminal.
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1 Contact Area
2 Fastener
3 Stud
4 Terminals
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When attaching multiple terminals, position the terminals at an angle to allow maximum contact of the terminal surface. Terminals are not allowed to bend other than their natural form. Terminals may be stacked back to back.
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Improperly fanned terminals result in unacceptable bends.
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NOx Sensor Routing
The NOx sensor requires unique routing considerations. The NOx sensor harness must not be bundled with other wiring harnesses. However, it may be routed with other harnesses as long as they are not high voltage cables. The sensor harness is
a set length and no altering or modifying of the NOx sensor harness is allowed.
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Conventional
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Cabover
Note: DO NOT splice into a V-MAC, ABS/ATC or any other electronic control unit harness.
Do not cut or tap into the J1939 green/yellow twisted wires or any other wire or harness used on this vehicle. Use the provided connectors, and only add approved J1939 components with validated software. Failure to comply may result in personal injury or equipment damage. Any cutting, splicing, alteration or modification to the wiring will Void the Mack Trucks
Warranty on the Electrical System.
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Body Builder Connectors, Schematic Examples
Third party devices are often installed on MACK trucks. These devices need information (vehicle speed, gear, etc.) to operate safely and efficiently. However these devices are not quality controlled as far as MACK is concerned, and are not part of
the main control databus. Therefore, MACK provides an external connector to supply a body device with the necessary information it needs to function properly.
MACK trucks do not use an external body builder module (BBM). In MACK trucks, the functions of the BBM are managed by
the Vehicle Electrical Control Unit (VECU) and are transmitted to the body device via an SAE J1939 connector. SAE J1939
is a communications link between standalone vehicle modules. This data link is commonly referred to as the “Control Data
link”. It is used primarily to transmit control signals that are shared between other standalone modules. The information on
the SAE J1939 control link is used for control functions. Fault messages or diagnostic information also transmits across this
link. These control signals may be for engine, transmission, brakes or a number of other vehicle control needs. The J1939
operates at 250,000 bits per second, which is approximately 26 times faster than the J1708/1587 data link. This higher speed
allows the system to operate at a faster sampling rate and higher resolution, thus enabling better control of vehicle functions.
Terminating Resistors
Terminating resistors are wired to each end of the SAE J1939 data link to prevent signal reflections. They must remain connected for the data link to function properly. The resistance value of each termination resistor is 110–130 Ω. When properly
installed in the data link, their combined resistance is 50–70 Ω since they are connected in parallel.
The termination resistor at one end of the SAE J1939 data link is located in the fuse/relay center (FRC) near the vehicle electronic control unit (VECU) and the other near the engine control module (ECM). On vehicles equipped with MACK engines,
the termination resistor at the engine end is located inside the ECM. On vehicles equipped with Cummins engine, the termination resistor is located in the harness area just outside of the ECM.
A SAE J1939 data link connection is located at the transmission area in the chassis harness. On vehicles equipped with an
electronically controlled transmission (Allison/Autoshift II/Meritor Freedom Line), the connection to the transmission is located at the chassis harness. On vehicles equipped with a manual non-electronically controlled transmission - the connector
stub will have an un-terminated blanking plug installed.
Only two termination resistors are used in each data link. Never install more than two terminator resistors in one data link. If
more than two resistors exist in the SAE J1939 data link circuit, incorrect or absent signals may occur. You can easily check
to see if you have two resistors by measuring the resistance between pin C and D for the 9-pin diagnostic connector, or pin 3
and 11 for the 16-pin diagnostic connector, with the ignition key in OFF position. The correct resistance is 50 – 70 Ω. The termination resistors should each have a resistance of 110 – 130 Ω when tested individually.
Notes
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Electrical Wiring and Connections
Main Power and Starting Circuits
Figure 1 shows the starter circuits. Note that the EMS and VECU directly control the starter relay. The EMS inhibits starter
for engine running, starter overheat and PTO. The VECU inhibits the starter mainly for transmission in gear.
Figure 2 shows the main power circuits. Ignition and “EMS” power are controlled by the VECU through relays. “EMS” power
is connected after the key is turned on and remains on during crank and for some seconds after key off, mainly to service the
Engine Management System. Ignition power is similar, but is disconnected during crank and supplies items not necessary
for engine start. MACK conventional trucks actually have a second set of ignition circuits for items not normally needed for
driving (e.g. Sleeper) which also supplies one of the Granite BodyLink III power pins indicated in Figure 7. The first and second power relays are also shut off at low voltage. The first relay powers off at a lower threshold than the second.
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Fig. 1 Main Power and Starting Circuit
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PB-28DO – H ( 2A)Starter Control (ASSIST or starter protection)
PB-29DI-LDoor Switch
PB-30DI-HShut Down Override
—
—
Analog Ground
Analog Ground
—
VECU Connector C (Green)
Pin NumberMack Name
PC-1J1587 B
PC-2J1587 A
PC-3
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PC-4J1939 H
PC-5J1939 L
Remote Start n Stop
Note: This is only a suggestion for a body builder installed system.
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Fig. 4 Remote Start N Stop V-MAC IV
Note: Refer to “Remote Start N Stop V-MAC IV, Schematic Components” table for descriptions and part
numbers.
Remote Start N Stop V-MAC IV, Schematic Components
DescriptionPart Number
Relay25171095
Relay Connector20865681
Terminal Female925AM22
Terminal Male20865699
Secondary Lock25154889
Switch Drive Position25153559
Switch Drive Position Connector21402299
Terminal Drive Position Switch25091569
Park Brake Switch25171211
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Remote Engine Stop
If a chassis was ordered with “Remote Engine Stop”, a relay is pre-installed in the harness. Installation of the push button
switch is all that is required.
If installing “Remote Engine Stop” to a chassis (MRU / LR and Conventional Chassis’), relay P/N 25082390 must be installed
in addition to installing the push button switch. Only MRU and LR models are pre-wired for the Remote Engine Stop.
Note: For Remote Engine Stop to work you must run an accessory kit and P/N 85137397 reprogram the VECU (Can only be
done by a Dealer) and parameters need to be programmed. See “Remote Engine Stop” in the Body Builder, Parameter Programming service bulletin.
Note: The input to the VECU pin A27 (Green 30-way connector on VECU) is an active low digital input that must be attached
to an isolated signal ground.
DO NOT switch chassis/cab ground to pin A27 of the VECU. Interference from other components on the chassis/cab
ground could cause an engine shutdown when not requested by the body builder.
Note: The switching of ground to an input that carries a very low current requires special switching equipment. It is recommended using a switch with gold contacts, or a relay to switch the signal ground to Pin A27 of the VECU.
Gold resists corrosion on the contacts and relays have enough ‘swiping’ motion on the contacts to help keep them clean.
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Fig. 5 Remote Engine Stop
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Adding Auxiliary Accelerator Pedal
Below is a suggestion for adding an auxiliary accelerator pedal, based on the Mack LR dual steering solution.
The pedal is wired in parallel using a multi-pin selector switch. If the signal is not switched between the two accelerator pedals, a fault code may be generated due to high current at the throttle pedal signal input line (VECU B-8).
Note: See data link system before using such a device.
Note: An identical pedal is needed for the auxiliary sensor accelerator pedal because it requires an IVS signal. A substitute
type pedal may cause a fault code and is not recommended.
Fig. 6 Auxiliary Acceleration Pedal Signal
Note: Refer to “Auxiliary Acceleration Pedal Signal, Schematic Components” table for component ID(s) and
descriptions.
Notes
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BodyLink III
BodyLink III is the standard Mack Granite straight truck body builder electrical interface. It consists of a 29-pin electrical
quick-connector and grounding stud mounted just under the rear of the cab (near BOC). BodyLink III includes an electrical
pin-out label. Also available with BodyLink III is a cab pass-thru between the seats. Note that the carpeting or floor mate is
not cut at the factory to avoid unnecessary noise if not used. Also available is a ‘BodyLamp’ dash light to indicate typically
when the dump body is elevated. This lamp is activated via pin #17 when grounded. Also available with BodyLink III are assignable (can be labeled) dash switches. These switches output via pins 8 to 14 on the BodyLink III connector. A female connector and pins are included with BodyLink III, typically supplied in the cab with the sales and service literature packets.
Note: The BodyLink III BOC connector is supplied with the mating connector housing and terminal pins from the factory. If
additional pins or connectors are required they can be purchased from your local Mack Dealer. The connector housing is
25177195 and the terminal kit is 21750652.
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Fig. 7 Granite BodyLink III Components
1 BodyLink III Connector
2 Pass-Thru
3 Switch
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Order Codes for Body Connections (Granite BodyLink III)
ItemSales CodeModelStatusDescription
BodyLink III w/Cab
Pass-Thru
BodyLink III w/o Cab
Pass-Thru
BodyLamp
Six (6) Assignable
Switches
Notes
B83 0025
B83 0026
B66 0002
164 0012
GU7, GU8
GU7, GU8
GU7, GU8
GU7, GU8
Standard
(Straight)
No cost option
Optional
Optional
29-pin under-cab connector, la-
bel, female connector, cab pass-
thru.
Same as above without pass-
thru.
9-pin back-of-cab power & light-
ing only
Six (6) assignable dash rocker
switches w/ labels (5 on-off, 1
momentary)
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Fig. 8 Granite BodyLink III Routing Beneath Driver Seat
1 Rubber Adhesive Tape
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Fig. 9 Granite BodyLink III Cab Pass Through and Connector
1 Body Builder Harness
2 Gasket
3 Spacer
4 Nut, Panel
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Fig. 10 Granite BodyLink III 29-pin Connector, Wire Insertion Side of Connector.
Pin Chart for Granite BodyLink III 29-pin Connector
PoleDescription
1BATTERY POWER (30A)
2IGNITION POWER (30A)
3STOP LAMP
4TAIL LAMP
5
6LH TURN
7RH TURN
8AUX SWITCH #1 (IGN)
9AUX SWITCH #2 (BATT)
10AUX SWITCH #3 (IGN)
11AUX SWITCH #4 (IGN)
12AUX SWITCH #5 (IGN)
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REVERSE SIGNAL
13AUX SWITCH #6 (DOWN)
14AUX SWITCH #6 (UP)
15PARK BRAKE
16NEUTRAL SIGNAL
17INDICATOR SWITCH (BODY LAMP)
18 (12v positive)PTO #1 – CA29
19 (12v positive)PTO #2 – CB7
20 (12v positive)SPEED CONTROL ON/OFF
21BB J1939 +
22BB J1939 -
23 (12v positive)SPEED CONTROL SET / DECEL
24 (12v positive)SPEED CONTROL RESUME / ACCEL
25 and 26
-
27LH TURN/STOP
28
-
29RH TURN STOP
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Auxiliary Switch Locations (Cab)
W3099971
Connector
1IGN_SP11
2
Wire IDDescription
1
Spare Ignition, Switch 4
--
3ILLUM_OPTOptional Illumination Connector
4S026BSwitch 3, Ignition
5
S026CSwitch 4, Ignition
6S026DSwitch 5, Ignition
7
S027BSwitch 6, Battery
8ING_SP12Spare Ignition, Switch 3
9BAT_SP3Spare Ignition, Switch 6
10IGN_SP10 or BB_LP
11BB_LP_6SW_PLUG
2
Spare Ignition, Switch 5
-
12MISC_2Output, Switch 3
13MISC_3Output, Switch 4
14MISC_4Output, Switch 5
15MISC_5Output, Switch 6
16MISC_6
3
Output, Switch 6
1 If body builder wiring is specified, attach body builder wiring as follows: MISC_2 to BBSP_2, MISC_3 to BBSP_3, MISC_4 to BBSP_4, MISC_5 to BBSP_5,
MISC_6 to BBSP_6. Otherwise, band all MISC connectors behind ABC panel.
2 If body builder wiring is specified, attach body builder wiring as follows: MISC_2 to BBSP_2, MISC_3 to BBSP_3, MISC_4 to BBSP_4, MISC_5 to BBSP_5,
MISC_6 to BBSP_6. Otherwise, band all MISC connectors behind ABC panel.
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3 Connect spare ignition and battery connector to main cab harness as follows: IGN_SP12 to IGN_SP1 or IGN_SP9, IGN_SP11 to BAT_SP4, IGN_SP10 to IGN_
SP8 or BB_LP_PLUG, and BAT_SP3 to IGN_SP3.
Power Connections
Some judgement must be made for powering body equipment with the following trade-offs:
Ignition power – Will power off during engine crank which may cause faults or other effects if power supplies inputs used by
ECU’s on EMS power. May also be disconnected for low voltage disconnect.
EMS Connections – Available with key off but may effect starter performance or be affected by starter power fluctuations.
Battery Connections – Always available but will contribute to key off battery drain as well as effect, and be affected by, starter
as above.
W3113941
Fig. 11 Power Connections
Interrupted at ENGINE CRANK and LOW VOLTAGE DISCONNECT.
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Fig. 12 DCL Conventional
Locations for the DCL Conventional are:
LR – Driver side of Main Cab Wiring Harness near Fuse and Relay center
MRU – Mounted in the center electrical panel between the seats.
Conventional – Mounted under the ABS module taped to main harness.
DCL Conventional
PINCircuit NumberCircuit Function
ACA17PTO 4/ CDS 2
BCB21PTO 3 / CDS 1
C
CB7;CB7B
W3085103
PTO 2
DCB16
ECB18
FF17A18
Spare Relay Control 2 (Controlled by
VECU) CDS 2 out PTO 4
Spare Relay Control 1 (Controlled by
VECU) CDS 1 out PTO 3
Ignition Bus Feed
GF18AEMS Power 1
HF17C3Cruise SET/DECEL
JF17D3Cruise RESUME/ACCEL
KN/ANot Used
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Notes
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Fig. 20 Conventional DCL Connections
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Fig. 13 PTO & Engine Speed Control Connections
Note: Shaded area mDrive Dual PTO only.
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Conventional Auxiliary Switches
Conventional Trucks have the option to place dash switches connected to outputs in the outside body connector.
Fig. 14 Conventional Auxiliary Switches
Notes
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Fig. 15 Conventional — Reverse & Neutral Power
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Control Link II
MRU and LR feature standard “Control Link II” body builder electrical connections. Control Link II consists of two Deutsch
HP-20 connectors, a 9-pin lighting connector along the frame rail, and a 29-pin electrical/electronic connector in-cab, typically located above the engine tunnel body-in-white”.
Fig. 16 Control Link II Components
1 Body Builder Cab Pass-Thru
2 29-pin Electrical/Electronic Connector
3 Refuse Body Builder Control Outputs
4 9-pin Lighting Connector
5 Body Builder Console (MRU Only)
Order Codes for Body Connections (LCF Control Link II)
ItemSales CodeModelStatusDescription
Control Link II Refuse
System
Body Builder Console
Body Power Only
B830030
M110003MRUIncluded
B831018MRU
No ConnectorsB830000MRU
Concrete Pumper
Connectors
B831004/5/6/7MRU
MRU, LR
Standard
Optional
Delete Option
Optional
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29-pin Cab & 9-pin
BOC Connections
Console Included w/
Control Link II
9-pin Back-of-Cab
Power & Lighting Only
Without Body Builder
Quick Connections
Contact Sales
Engineering
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Fig. 17 Body Builder Pass Through Area from Cab to Under Cab
1 Wiring Harness
2 Bracket
3 Cable Ties
4 Grommets
5 Screw
6 Electrical Gasket
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W3092641
Fig. 18 Body Builder Pass Through Area from Cab to Under Cab
1 Clamps
2 Clamps
3 Chassis Clean Power
4 Chassis Body Builder
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Body Builder Connections
LR Control Link II
The body builder connector can be accessed by removing the panels on the center console. The suggested routing path for
upfitters is not a physical component provided with the vehicle. It’s purpose in the illustration is to indicate the suggested wiring routes for upfitter harnesses. For convenience, MACK provides a pair of rubber grommets located behind the driver seat.
This is the pass-through area which leads beneath the cab.
W9096945
1 29-pin Body Builder Connector
2 9-pin Lighting Connector
3 Suggested Harness Routing for Upfitters
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Fig. 19 Control Link II, 9-pin Lighting Connector, Wire Insertion Side of Connector
Pin Chart for Control Link II 9-pin Lighting Connector
PoleWire IDDescription
TF37B-3.0Tail Lamp
ZF4D3–3.0RH Turn
YF33B-3.0Stop Lamp
XF4C3–3.0LH Turn
WF35B1–3.0Clearance Lamp
VF34C-3.0Neutral Power
UF34B2–5.0Reverse Power
RXM1–13.0Clean Ground
SF73A2–5.0Clean Ground
Notes
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Fig. 20 MRU/LR/LEU Control Link II 29-pin Connector, Wire Insertion Side of Connector
Pin Assignments for MRU/LR/LEU Control Link II 29-pin Body Builder Connector
PoleWire IDDescription
1F39B–5.0IGNITION POWER (30A)
2FABA-5.0BATTERY POWER (30A)
3F40B1–3.0IGNITION POWER (25A)
4XABA-5.0CLEAN GROUND
5F42B1–1.0REVERSE SIGNAL
6–11
--
12CA29–1.0VMAC PTO# 2
13CB7–1.0VMAC PTO# 1
14HA23–1.0ENGINE RPM SIGNAL
15N164–0.8
TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE
SIGNAL
16NA16–1.0ECU GROUND
17F18A1–1.0IGNITION SIGNAL
18N145NO-0.8ALLISON #145 (12V)
19X2A113–2.0CAB GROUND
20N143–0.8ALLISON #143
21DL5HB1–0.8BBM J1939 (H)
22DL5LB1–0.8BBM J1939 (L)
23N130NO-0.8ALLISON # 130
24N162–0.8ALLISON # 162
25N105-0.8ALLISON # 105
26N145B–0.8ALLISON # 145
27N103A-0.8ALLISON # 103
28N142A-0.8ALLISON # 142
29N117A-0.8ALLISON # 117
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Fig. 21 Body Builder Power & Ground LR Control Link II
Notes
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DCL Connector (LR/MRU) or Connector X21A (LR)
PINDescription
ACruise ON/OFF Switch
BSpare SW.3 / PTO 3
CPTO 2
DVECU SW. Input
ECruise ON/OFF Switch
FPTO 1
GDecel
HAccel
JEMS Power 1 CB18
KSpare Relay 2 / PTO 4
LSpare SW.2 / PTO 4
W3100110
M
N
Spare Relay 1 / CDS 1 OUT / PTO 3 (MRU Only; unused on
LR)
Signal Ground
PGround
REngine Stop/Spare Switch
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MRU/LR DCL Connections
Figures 18 and 21 show DCL connections which are available on all Conventional models. Figures 16 and 22 show DCL connections for MRU/LR. The availability of these is limited as they are used for mDrive, ACC, Aux Fan and other options. However, when available they can be used for more complicated controls such as secondary enable of engine speed control or
as configurable PTO output.
W3113947
Fig. 22 DCL Connector
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Allison Connections
MRU/LR Control Link II has many Allison connections included. Conventional BodyLink does not. However, all trucks with Allison Transmissions include a connector (X06D) to access Allison functions directly.
Fig. 23 Allison Connections — MRU, LR Control Link II
Note: * Shaded section on MRU / LR only
Notes
W3113943
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PTO and Engine Speed Control Connections
MRU and LR have several specific wiring options for PTO that don’t necessarily affect engine speed control. However the
Control link II connection offers access to inputs to affect engine speed control based on PTO activation or other equipment
inputs.
W3113944
Fig. 24 PTO & Engine Speed Control Connections
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Lighting Connections
MRU/LR Control Link II has lighting connections in a separate BOC connector whereas Conventional has lighting connections in the Body Link connector which is also BOC. These are nominally lighting outputs but can also be used for control.
Note than Neutral and Reverse are also in the MRU/LR Control Link II Connector.
Fig. 25 Conventional Lighting Connections
Notes
W3114099
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Fig. 26 MRU/LR Lighting Connections
Notes
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Fig. 27 MRU/LR Lighting Connections – Reverse and Neutral
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LR Workbrake
The Mack has a workbrake which operates pneumatically like a service brake. It is also tied into Allison inputs to effect a
forced neutral. The Allison also has some conditions to allow switching driving positions so that loss of throttle and transmission control don’t happen while moving.
Fig. 28 LR Workbrake
Notes
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Summary
Figure 31 shows examples of what the control pins could be used for in an application. The PTO inputs are programmable
and can affect a conditional output, engine ramp, engine limits, etc. See programming section for details. Note that full safety
evaluation of the system should be carried out. I.E., adequate interlocks should be programmed or wired, so that the engine
will not accelerate in unintended situations. Interlocks can be done by powering switches using switched power (for example
neutral power) or by software parameters or both. For example, most applications should only have the engine ramp using
body controls when the park brake is on and the transmission is in neutral. Exceptions should be carefully considered..
Fig. 29 Example MRU showing Body Builder supplied wiring for Controls
Notes
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General
Wiring J1939
Mack doesn’t necessarily recommend or condone tapping into the J1939 databus. This is the main control buss and even devices only listening can improperly load the line and cause communication problems. The signals are fast enough that they
are affected by the physics of the electrical charges traveling through the lines. So it matters how the device is designed and
where it is placed in relation to other devices. However this method can save wiring and gives the body builder more flexibility
and control in developing applications. To that end the following information is provided. However, it is recommended applications be implemented with sufficient field testing to uncover any problems.
Here are two ways to properly connect to J1939 without damaging the cab harness.
1. Connect at the diagnostic connector.
The diagnostic port contains J1939 lines mainly for temporary connection for diagnostic tools. Since it also contains power
and ground for diagnostic tools, it is a convenient choice for connection of control and monitoring devices. However, note that
J1939 specifies one device per node. So, it would be incorrect to place two devices there.
2. Add the device at the terminating resistor.
The terminating resistor for the main CAN bus is found in the dash. This method effectively lengthens the “backbone” of the
main can line and adds a node. To do this the body builder would make a “T” harness to insert between the terminating resistor and it’s connector (see figure). Theoretically, more than one node could be placed this way. However, some trucks are already at or near the theoretical limit
Mack follows SAE J1939-15 meaning it uses an unshielded, twisted pair and is theoretically limited to 10 devices.
W3083536
Fig. 30 Adding a Node at the Terminating Resistor
* To Truck
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The following parts can be used in the above “T” harness. Critical is that only two terminating resistor remain on the network
(one is in the ECM). It may also be possible to have one terminating resistor in the aftermarket device if it is replacing the terminating resistor.
T Harness Part Numbers
T Harness
AbbreviationConnectorPart Number (New)Part Number (Old)
MACK #Delphi #MACK #Deutsch #
Cab Harness Ter-
CHTRC
minating Resistor
21430472135100853187784DTM04-2P
Connector
Notes
Cab Harness Ter-
CHTR
minating Resistor
214304571542904525171700
120 Ω
Connection to Cab
harness
20500398135100993187782DTM06-2S
ADAftermarket DeviceN/AN/AN/A
MC
BBI
Mating Connector
Body Builder
Installed
N/AN/AN/A
N/AN/AN/A
DTM06-2S-
P006
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Another more convenient way to connect to J1939 (or J1587) is through the diagnostic connector.
9-pin Diagnostic Connector
W9000628
Fig. 31 9-pin Diagnostic Connector
Note: Export Engines Only
9-pin Diagnostic Connector
9-pin Diagnostic Connector
PINDefinition
AGround
BBattery
CCAN H (J1939 H-Yellow)
DCAN L (J1939 L-Green)
ENot used (Shield)
FJ1587 +
GJ1587 –
HNot Used
JIgnition + (Key Switch)
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Serial Communications and Programming Abbreviations
AcronymDescription
ACMAftertreatment Control Module
BBMBody Builder Module
CANController Area Network
CDSCustomer Defined Statement
DCLDataMax Control Language
ECC/MCCElectronic Climate Control/ Manual Climate Control
ECMEngine Control Module
EHTElectronic Hand Throttle
ECSElectronic Speed Control
FMIFailure Mode Identifier
GSECUGear Selector ECU
LCMLight Control Module
NOxNitrogen Oxide
PGNParameter Group Number (J1939)
PIDParameter Identification (J1587)
PTOPower Take-Off
SASource Address (J1939 Sender)
SCUSatellite Control Unit (Qualcomm)
SIDSubsystem Identification (J1587)
SPNSuspect Parameter Number (J1939)
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
SSCSingle Speed Control
TCMTransmission Control Module
TPMTire Pressure Monitor
VCADSVehicle Computer Aided Diagnostic System (service tool)
VDAVehicle Data Administration (OEM database)
VECUVehicle ECU
V-MAC
Vehicle Management and Control (Mack’s electrical
architecture)
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Data Link System
This section provides information on the design and function of the vehicle communications data links. These communication
links are based on SAE J1587, J1708 and J1939 Recommended Practices and the ISO 14229 Standard. For more specific
information about the ISO 14229 Standard, please refer to the ISO website (www.iso.org).
The data links are used to relay shared vehicle information between control modules and diagnostic, service and (in the case
of onboard diagnostic (OBD) information) scan tools. The three datalink types used are SAE J1939, SAE J1587/J1708 and
ISO 14229.
SAE J1939
SAE J1939 is a communications link between stand alone vehicle modules. This data link is commonly referred to as the
“Control Data link”.
It is used primarily to transmit control signals that are shared between other stand alone modules. The information on the
SAE J1939 control link is used for control functions. Fault messages or diagnostic information also transmits across this link.
These control signals may be for, engine, transmission, brakes or a number of other vehicle control needs.
The J1939 operates at 250,000 bits per second which is approximately 26 times faster then the J1708/1587 data link. This
higher speed allows the system to operate at a faster sampling rate and higher resolution, thus being more capable of providing better control of vehicle functions.
The J1939 data link consists of a pair of 18 gauge unshielded twisted wires. The designations of the networks are CAN_H
and CAN_L. The designation of the individual wires are DL1H which is yellow and DL1L which is green. The nominal rate of
twist required is 0.89 twists per 25.4 mm (1 inch) or 33 twists per meter (3.28 feet). This twist helps protect against electrical
interference.
The J1939 data link is electrically terminated at each end with a load resistor, which is commonly referred to as a termination
resistor. Each J1939 network has two termination resistors associated with it. Only two termination resistors are allowed within a network. The termination resistor can be located external as part of the wiring harness, or integrated internally in the
ECM. Any ECM that does not contain the termination resistor is referred to as a Type I, and an ECM that contains the termination resistor is referred to as a TYPE II. The correct number of termination resistors can be easily checked by measuring
the resistance across cavities C and D of the 9-pin diagnostic connector or across cavities 3 and 11 for the 16-pin diagnostic
connector. The correct resistance is 50 – 70 ohms. The terminating resistors should each have a resistance of 110 – 130
ohms when tested individually.
Note: It is important to remember which control units the vehicle is equipped with and which fault codes are stored in each
control unit.
Do not splice into a V-MAC, ABS/ATC or any other electronic control unit harness.
Note: Do not cut or tap into the J1939 green/yellow twisted wires or any other wire or harness used on this vehicle.
Use the provided connectors, and only add approved J1939 components with validated software. Failure to comply
may result in personal injury or equipment damage. Any cutting. splicing, alteration or modification to the wiring
will Void the Mack Trucks Warranty on the Electrical System.
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ISO 14229
Note: ISO 14229 only applies to vehicles with MACK engines.
ISO 14229 is the Powertrain control link. The ISO is used for programming between the ECM, ACM and TCM. It is used primarily to transmit control signals that are shared between other stand alone modules. The information on the ISO 14229 control link is used for control functions. Fault messages or diagnostic information also transmits across this link. These control
signals may be for engine, transmission and aftertreatment ECUs.
The ISO 14229 operates at 500,000 bits per second. This higher speed allows the system to operate at a faster sampling
rate and higher resolution, thus being more capable of providing better control of vehicle functions.
The ISO 14229 data link consists of a pair of 18 gauge unshielded twisted wires. The designations of the networks are CAN_
H and CAN_L . The designations of the individual wires are DL2H and DL2L which are both white with orange stripes. The
nominal rate of twist required is 40 twists per meter (3.28 feet). This twist helps protect against electrical interference.
The ISO 14229 data link is electrically terminated at each end with a load resistor, which is commonly referred to as a termination resistor. Each ISO 14229 network has two termination resistors associated with it. Only two termination resistors are
allowed within a network. The termination resistor can be located external as part of the wiring harness, or integrated internally in the ECU/ECM. Any ECU/ECM that does not contain the termination resistor is referred to as a Type I, and an ECU/
ECM that contains the termination resistor is referred to as a TYPE II. The correct number of termination resistors can be
easily checked by measuring the resistance across cavities 3 and 11 for the 16-pin diagnostic connector. The correct resistance is 50 – 70 ohms. The terminating resistors should each have a resistance of 110 – 130 ohms when tested individually.
Note: It is important to remember which control units the vehicle is equipped with and which fault codes are stored in each
control unit.
SAE J1708/1587
Note: MACK engines and mDrive transmissions do not include the J1587 / J1708 datalink.
SAE J1708/1587 is a communications link between stand alone vehicle modules. This data link is commonly referred to as
the “Information Data link”. It is used primarily to transmit shared information between these stand alone modules. Fault messages or diagnostic information also transmits across this link. The J1708/1587 exchanges information with a data bus speed
of 9600 bits per second. The J1708 defines parameters that relate primarily to hardware and basic software compatibility.
The J1587 defines the actual data to be transmitted by particular modules. The J1587/1708 data link consists of a pair of 18
gauge twisted wires. The nominal rate of twist required is 1 twist per 25.4 mm (1 inch) or 40 twists per meter (3.28 feet). This
twist helps protect against electrical interference. A fault in this data link can affect the transfer of information, and can make
it difficult to communicate with the source in order to carry out tests using VCADS (found in the Premium Tech Tool or PTT).
An indication that there is a problem with SAE J1708/1587 can be that faults from a certain control unit can not be corrected,
erased or reset.
Data Link Faults
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Whenever a data link fault is present, refer to Guided Diagnostics found in the manufacturer's scan tool (Premium Tech Tool
or PTT) for diagnostic information.
Note: The ISO 14229 does not have FMIs. Instead this data link has failure type bytes (FTBs).
• The type of FMI/FTB that an individual electronic control unit (ECU) can monitor is dependent on the software in the ECU.
All FMIs/FTBs cannot be recognized by all ECUs.
• The ECU reporting the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) may not be the ECU that is involved at the site of the specific failure.
For example, The engine control module (ECM) may report a data link fault that is actually at the vehicle electronic control
unit (VECU). The VECU would not be able to report if the data link is broken between the VECU and data link backbone.
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Datalink Topology
US2010 Emissions Engine plus OBD2013
AcronymDescription
ECMEngine Control Module
ACMAftertreatment Control Module
NOxNitrogen Oxide
GSECUGear Selector ECU
TCMTransmission Control Module
DEFDiesel Exhaust Fluid
ACCActive Cruise Control
VECUVehicle ECU
ABSAnti-Lock Braking System
BBMBody Builder Module
SCUSatellite Control Unit (Qualcomm)
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Termination Resistor
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Termination Resistor, 2–pin
Termination Resistor – J1939
Termination resistors are wired to each end of the SAE J1939 data link to prevent signal reflections. They must remain connected for the data link to function properly. The resistance value of each termination resistor is 110–130 Ω. When properly
installed in the data link, their combined resistance is 50–70 Ω since they are connected in parallel.
The termination resistor at one end of the SAE J1939 data link is located in the fuse/relay center (FRC) near the vehicle electronic control unit (VECU) and the other near the engine control module (ECM). On vehicles equipped with MACK engines,
the termination resistor at the engine end is located inside the ECM. On vehicles equipped with Cummins engine, the termination resistor is located in the harness area just outside of the ECM.
A SAE J1939 data link connection is located at the transmission area in the chassis harness. On vehicles equipped with an
electronically controlled transmission (Allison/Autoshift II/Meritor Freedom Line), the connection to the transmission is located at the chassis harness. On vehicles equipped with a manual non-electronically controlled transmission - the connector
stub will have an un-terminated blanking plug installed.
Only two termination resistors are used in each data link. Never install more than two terminator resistors in one data link. If
more than two resistors exist in the SAE J1939 data link circuit, incorrect or absent signals may occur. You can easily check
to see if you have two resistors by measuring the resistance between pin C and D for the 9-pin diagnostic connector, or pin 3
and 11 for the 16-pin diagnostic connector, with the ignition key in OFF position. The correct resistance is 50 – 70 Ω. The termination resistors should each have a resistance of 110 – 130 Ω when tested individually.
Termination Resistor – ISO 14229
Termination resistors are also wired for the ISO 14229 data link. One resistor is located in the engine control module (ECM).
The other is a two pin resistor located in the dash close to the diagnostic connector. The diagnostic connector is located on
the driver’s side lower dash panel. Termination resistors must remain connected for the data link to function properly. The resistance value of each termination resistor is 110–130 Ω. When properly installed in the data link, their combined resistance
is 50 – 70 Ω since they are connected in parallel
The termination resistor at one end of the ISO 14229 data link is located in the fuse/relay center (FRC) near the vehicle electronic control unit (VECU) and the other near the engine control module (ECM). On vehicles equipped with MACK engines,
the termination resistor at the engine end is located inside the ECM.
A ISO 14229 data link connection is located at the transmission area in the chassis harness. On vehicles equipped with an
electronically controlled transmission (Allison/Autoshift II/Meritor Freedom Line), the connection to the transmission is located at the chassis harness. On vehicles equipped with a manual non-electronically controlled transmission - the connector
stub will have an un-terminated blanking plug installed.
Only two termination resistors are used in each data link. Never install more than two terminator resistors in one data link. If
more than two resistors exist in the ISO 14229 data link circuit, incorrect or absent signals may occur. You can easily check
to see if you have two resistors by measuring the resistance between pin 3 and 11 for the 16-pin diagnostic connector, with
the ignition key in OFF position. The correct resistance is 50 – 70 Ω. The termination resistors should each have a resistance
of 110 – 130 Ω when tested individually.
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0802013 Electrical System Version 3 Parameters
Parameter List
GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
Cruise ControlAIAICruise Control Max
Speed
Engine Fan
Controls
Engine GovernorP1I03AZQHigh Idle Governor
Engine Idle
Settings
P1I2FFTXFan Enable With
Engine Brake
For HiIgh Gears
P1I04AZOHigh Idle Enable
Flag For Low Gears
P1I05AZRHigh Idle Gear Ratio
For Low Gears
P1I18AZSHigh Idle Ratio For
High gears
P1F9WYAEngine Idle, Target
Speed
The maximum speed that can be
set in the cruise control.
This flag will enable the fan with
the engine brake. 0 = Disabled, 1
= Enabled
Engine speed where the governor output crosses the max tor-
que curve. Used for high gear
ratios.
If this flag is set to TRUE, it is
possible to use a higher end gov-
ernor engine speed for low
gears.
Gear ratio for the gear P1I03 set-
ting should be used. For higher
gears the end governor speed is
used.
Gear ratio for the gear where end
governor engine speed is used.
For lower gears the P1I03 setting
should be used.
Target engine speed at idle.
Engine ProtectionP1I19FVSCustomer Shut
Down For Oil
Pressure
P1I17FVUCustomer Shutdown
For Coolant Level
P1I2BFVYCustomer Shutdown
For Transmission
Temperature
P1I2AGHACustomer Shutdown
For Oil Temperature
P1I18FVWCustomer Shutdown
For Coolant
Temperature
Engine Speed
Limit
P1ANAAUMax Engine Speed
Stationary
Customer shut down status, 0 =
No action, 1 = Forced idle, 2 =
Shut off engine
Customer shut down status, 0 =
No action, 1 = Forced idle, 2 =
Shut off engine
Customer shut down status, 0 =
No action, 1 = Forced idle, 2 =
Shut off engine
Customer shut down status, 0 =
No action, 1 = Forced idle, 2 =
Shut off engine
Customer shut down status, 0 =
No action, 1 = Forced idle, 2 =
Shut off engine
Maximum engine speed allowed
when the vehicle is stationary.
The maximum engine speed
varies between approximately
1200 - 2600 rpm depending on
engine type.
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GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
P1I04AZOHigh Idle Enable
Flag For Low Gears
P1IDBBNQMax Engine Speed
with a Vehicle
Speed Error
Engine Torque
Limit
P1JEDJAAPTO Through Drive-
shaft, Enables
Injection ControlP1AM4ATJInjector Cylinder 1,
Calibration
P1AM5ATKInjector Cylinder 2,
Calibration
P1AM6ATLInjector Cylinder 3,
Calibration
P1AM7ATMInjector Cylinder 4,
Calibration
P1AM8ATNInjector Cylinder 5,
Calibration
P1AM9ATOInjector Cylinder 6,
Calibration
If this flag is set to TRUE, it is
possible to use a higher end gov-
ernor engine speed for low
gears.
Specifies the max engine speed
when a vehicle speed error is
active.
Configures if PTO is enabled
through driveshaft. If set to 1, tor-
que limit for low vehicle speed is
deactivated. 0 = Disable ,
1 = Enable
The new trim code must be pro-
grammed after replacing the unit
injector. The trim code (T/C) is
shown on the injector label and
consists of up to 9 characters.
Miscellaneous
Engine Settings
P1G3EIVT & JANInjector Perform-
ance Log
P1I15AIZFuel Consumption,
Calibration In
Percent
P1AOFDXGust Data, Engine
ECU Password
P1IEAJZFSmart Torque,
Enable
P1IRKMYDAccelerator Limiter,
Enable
P1I079GDiff RSL, Transmis-
sion Ratio Highest
Gear
Reset has to be done after injec-
tor change, by using the routine
control: R1AFI - Reset of Target
Torque Reference Value
A percentage correction value to
compensate any deviation be-
tween the calculated fuel con-
sumption shown in the Driver
Information Display and the fuel
consumption according to the
customer's fuel protocol.
Password to allow changing of
parameter values on this vehicle.
If a password is in place, correct
entry of the password will be re-
quired when changing parameter
values.
Enables the Smart Torque
function
Enables the Accelerator Limiter
function. 0 = Disabled, 1 =
Enabled
The gearbox ratio in the highest
gear. The ratio can be found in
the gearbox specifications. The
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GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
ratio must be entered in order for
the control module to calculate
which gear is selected.
Miscellaneous
Engine Settings
Miscellaneous
Vehicle Settings
P1I089HDiff RSL, Transmis-
sion Ratio Next
Gearbox ratio second highest
gear.
Highest Gear
P1AODDVDiff RSL, Max
VSPD Next Highest
Gear
Speed limitation when the second highest gear is selected. The
value must be lower than param-
eter P1AOC. Do not use with
AMT gearboxes.
P1AL0AJDiff RSL, Enable /
Disable
Activating different speed limitations when driving in the highest
or second highest gear. This
function is used if the maximum
speed can only be reached when
the highest gear is engaged. Parameters P1AOD, P1ALW/P1I07
and P1ALX/P1I08 must be programmed if this function is acti-
vated. 0 = Disabled, 1 = Enabled
P1HUBFTMSoft Cruise EnableEnable the soft cruise functional-
ity. 0 = FALSE, 1 = TRUE
P1I079GDiff RSL, Transmis-
sion Ratio Highest
Gear
The gearbox ratio in the highest
gear. The ratio can be found in
the gearbox specifications. The
ratio must be entered in order for
the control module to calculate
which gear is selected
P1IP6DNCustomer Data
Fleet Identifier
P1APZIEHTransmission Kick-
down Mode
P1ARHIPANumber of Reverse
Gears
P1ASLLAQHighest Start Gear
in Manual Mode
P1ASM
LAR
Highest Start Gear
in Automatic Mode
P1FP0NXKEnable Splitbox
Start with Accelera-
tor Pedal
Customer Data Fleet Identifier =
"Fleet ID" = "Unit Number" : The
Customer Fleet Identifier can be
set via the cluster menu by the
customer.
This parameter defines when the
Kick-down function is available.
Setting determines the number
of reverse gears available
The adjustment of start gear in
manual mode will be restricted to
gears equal to or lower than this
value.
The selection and adjustment of
start gear in automatic mode will
be restricted to gears equal to or
lower than this value.
False = Splitbox started when
the gear lever moved from Neutral to Automatic or Manual. True
= The splitbox is not started until
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GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
also the accelerator pedal is de-
pressed. This will provide addi-
tional torque backup for the
splitbox start.
Miscellaneous
Vehicle Settings
P1FP2NUOEnable I-Roll Only
When Cruise Con-
trol (CC) Active
P1IK3MUFHighest Adjustable
Gear in Manual
Mode
P1IZ5PPQTransmission Auto-
matic Pedal Gear
Enable Manual
Adjustment
P1G42JSIMinimum DPF In-
hibit Target Speed
Limit
VINNOVINVehicle Identifica-
tion Number
P1AODDVDiff RSL, Max
VSPD Next Highest
Gear
True = I-Roll will only be allowed
when CC is active. False = I-roll
allowed both for pedal- and
cruise control driving
The highest adjustable gear in
manual mode. If gear lever is
moved to manual in a higher
gear than highest adjustable
gear in manual, no manual ad-
justments will be allowed. The
function prohibits the driver to
drive on a too low gear, which will
increase fuel consumption. This
is only valid in economy mode.
Enables the driver to manually
adjust the automatic selected
driving gear with gear selection
+/- buttons when the accelerator
pedal is depressed.
Minimum road speed limit (RSL)
during DPF inhibit.
17 character VIN Number.
Speed limitation when the sec-
ond highest gear is selected. The
value must be lower than param-
eter P1AOC. Do not use with
AMT gearboxes.
P1AL0AJDiff RSL, Enable /
Disable
Activating different speed limitations when driving in the highest
or second highest gear. This
function is used if the maximum
speed can only be reached when
the highest gear is engaged. Parameters P1AOD, P1ALW/P1I07
and P1ALX/P1I08 must be pro-
grammed if this function is acti-
vated. 0 = Disabled, 1 = Enabled
Power Take Off #1
(PTO 1)
P1AO5GJGSplit Gear for Trans-
mission PTO1
Split gear used when transmis-
sion PTO1 is engaged. Low split
has priority over high split if
PTO1 and PTO2 are both en-
gaged and have conflicting (split
gear) settings.
Power Take Off #2
(PTO 2)
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P1AO6GJHSplit Gear for Trans-
mission PTO2
Split gear used when transmis-
sion PTO2 is engaged. Low split
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GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
has priority over high split if
PTO1 and PTO2 are both en-
gaged and have conflicting (split
gear) settings.
Road Speed LimitP1AODDVDiff RSL, Max
VSPD Next Highest
Gear
P1AOC
DP
Customer Road
Speed Limit
Speed limitation when the second highest gear is selected. The
value must be lower than param-
eter P1AOC. Do not use with
AMT gearboxes.
Specifies the customer select-
able maximum speed the vehicle
can operate on level road. The
vehicle speed will be limited by
the lowest of the following: Cus-
tomer Road Speed Limit
(P1AOC), Road Speed Limit
(P1ALV) and Secondary Road
Speed Limit (Request via CAN-
signal from Body Builder Module)
if available. For markets that use
performance bonus: Any addi-
tional speed granted by the Per-
formance Bonus feature will be
added to the Customer Road
Speed Limit (P1AOC) value, as
(so) long as the overall maximum
of 140km/h (87 MPH) is not exceeded. Any speed penalty im-
posed by the Differential Road
Speed Governor will be sub-
tracted from this maximum value.
Max Cruise Control Speed must
be set less than or equal to the
accelerator-pedal maximum
specified by the Customer Road
Speed Limit (P1AOC) value.
P1I01FTPRSL Enable Soft
Cruise Functionality
Enable the soft cruise functionality for RSL (Road Speed Limit). 0
= Not enabled, 1 = Enabled
Road Speed LimitP1AL0AJDifferentiated RSL,
Enable
Activating different speed limitations when driving in the highest
or second highest gear. This
function is used if the maximum
speed can only be reached when
the highest gear is engaged. Parameters P1AOD, P1ALW/P1I07
and P1ALX/P1I08 must be programmed if this function is acti-
vated. 0 = Disabled, 1 = Enabled
AIAICruise Control Max
Speed
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set in the cruise control
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GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
Fuel Economy
Incentive Program
P1I079GDiff RSL, Transmis-
sion Ratio Highest
Gear
P1I089HDiff RSL, Transmis-
sion Ratio Next
Highest Gear
P1I099DRoad Speed Limit
Maximum
P1I16PPE
Road Speed Limit
With Pedal
P1G42JSIMinimum DPF In-
hibit Target Speed
Limit
P1I0GADZPerformance Bonus
Enable
P1I0HADXPerformance Bonus
Fuel Target
P1I0IFXAPerformance Bonus
Fuel Penalty Target
The gearbox ratio in the highest
gear. The ratio can be found in
the gearbox specifications. The
ratio must be entered in order for
the control module to calculate
which gear is selected.
Gearbox ratio second highest
gear.
The maximum vehicle speed. In
certain countries the maximum
speed is determined by legal
requirements
The pedal vehicle speed limit
which is used to set a higher or
lower pedal vehicle speed. Its in-
tended to be used together with
Road speed limit function to
make the driver want to use
cruise control.
Minimum road speed limit (RSL)
during DPF inhibit.
Enables the Performance Bonus
feature. 0 = Disabled, 1 =
Enabled
Specifies the fuel consumption
[km/l] target value for the Per-
formance Bonus function.
Specifies the penalty target value
for fuel consumption [km/l]. Be-
low this target value the driver
will lose speed as a penalty.
P1I0JADYPerformance Bonus
Idle Target
Specifies the percentage value
for Idle time below which the driv-
er gets a performance bonus.
P1I0KFWXPerformance Bonus
Sweet Spot Target
Specifies the amount of time the
driver must spend in the sweet
spot to get a performance bonus.
P1I0NFWYPerformance Bonus
Function Mode
Sets the Performance Bonus
function mode.
0 = Bonus, 1 = Penalty, 2 = Bo-
nus and Penalty
P1I0LFWZPerformance Bonus
Parameters
Sets the Performance Bonus
running mode:
0 = No targets, 1 = Fuel, 2 = Idle
P1I0MBTR
Performance Bonus
Number of Steps
Specifies the number of steps for
the Performance Bonus. There
are 1-3 steps
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GroupDOIDParameterCaptionDescription
Fuel Economy
Incentive Program
P1I0PAEBPerformance Bonus
Vehicle Speed
Bonus
P1I0QFXDPerformance Bonus
Vehicle Speed
Penalty
P1AP3IEOTransmission Per-
formance Mode
P1IK0IHLPerformance Bonus
II - Enable K-D and
P as Reward
The delta value to adjust the cus-
tomer vehicle speed limit for the
Performance Bonus function.
The delta value to decrease the
customer vehicle speed limit with
during penalty for the Perform-
ance Bonus function.
0 = "Manual" = Performance
mode available.
1 = "Auto" = Performance mode
available. The transmission will
automatically return to Economy
mode when the engine is no lon-
ger operating under high load.
2 = "Disable" = Performance
mode not available"
Enables the Kick-Down and /or
the Performance mode only
when the driver is rewarded by
Performance Bonus II. This feature requires that at least one of
the parameters P1AP3, (Enable
Performance Mode) and P1APZ,
(Enable Kick-Down) are enabled.
Fuel Economy
Incentive Program
P1IK1IEGTransmission I-Roll
Function Enabled
Enable the transmission free
wheeling function I-Roll
P1IK2IEKLowest I-Roll GearThe lowest gear in which the I-
Roll function is enabled
P1I53ADVPerformance Bonus
Effective Distance
P1JGXNXIVehicle Mass Esti-
mation Eco Level
Enabled
The effective distance, all mean
values relates to this distance.
1 = Scales the weight for Vehicle
Mass Estimation via the Eco Lev-
el Map.
0 = Eco Level Map not used for
Vehicle Mass Estimation. Vehicle
Mass Estimation will not work
without this value set to 1!
P1INEPDMEco Level Used in
SoftCruise Function
Forced Eco Level used in
SoftCruise function.
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Supported SAE J1939 Serial Messages
Note: Mack does not recommend broadcasting on the databuss. However, it is known that there are devices on the market
which effect an engine speed control.
Mack broadcasts the following with message and signal definition per SAE J1939-71. Exceptions noted. Dates are build
dates rather than model year. Most changes correspond with emissions regulation.
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Multiplexing Body Builder J1939 CAN
The multiplexing system BB J-1939 CAN is used to provide control and communication between all major functional areas
on a vehicle (engine, electrical, transmission, etc). The system offers simplified communication between the body builder
module and other related electrical systems. Multiple signals are sent over a single pair of twisted wires, as opposed to individual wires for each function. The J1939 data link is used to send these signals.
The benefit of this arrangement is fewer wires, sensors and connections are required for communication purposes between
systems. Also, there is greater signal consistency and reliability.
(note this is multiframe so is difficult to respond to so will gateway at received rate)
VDC1
(PGN
J1939-XVECU (as
ACB)
Ext CAN100msVDC Information Signal, etc.
65103)
VP190
(PGN
J1939-XVECU (as
EMS)
Ext CAN15sSCR used
65470)
VP60J1939-1VECUTECU (I shift)100msReverse Inhibit, Inhibit gear engaged
(from TC1), PTO Conditions #1, PTO Condi-
tions #2
VEP1
(PGN
J1939-XVECU (as
IC)
Ext CAN1sSPN 168 Battery Potential / Power Input 1
65271)
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Note: Although the VECU sends output messages, the source address is set as the ECU originating the information.
Note: Messages that rate “on request” are requested by the J1939 request PGN 59904 described in J1939-21. For example,
requesting engine hours is done by sending EAFF or EA00 with data E5 FE 00 (hex values).
Note: Not all messages are supported on all vehicles. For example, GFC is currently not available, even for natural gas engines. However, GFC support could be available for these engines in the future.
By default, these commands are not accepted. To enable commands:
• QIW = 1 Bridge on J-1939 for Body Builder Enable (1) Level 4 Dealer Programmable
• QKH = 1 External CAN Control Enable (1) Level 4 Dealer Programmable
• QKX = 229 (Body Builder must use this Source address 229)
• A Terminating resistor for the network needs to be installed.
For safety, the accelerator and speed command signals will be overridden by a brake pedal application by default. If necessary this options can be turned off with parameter QKD. Perform a safety analysis of the application before disabling.
Although the VECU accepts these messages, the destination address (DA) needs to be 0x00 for TSC1 and 0x03 for TC1.
The engine speed command can be sent either through the accelerator command or by direct engine speed command.
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Accelerator Pedal Commands
Remote Accelerator is commanded by sending EBC1. Remote Accelerator Enable Switch while also sending a position
in EEC2. Remote Accelerator Pedal Position.
Primary Pedal position can be disabled by sending EBC1. Remote Accelerator Enable Switch without EEC2. Remote Ac-celerator Pedal Position or setting EEC2. Remote Accelerator Pedal Position to 0. But for clearer intent it is recommended to send EBC1. Accelerator Interlock Switch.
Engine Speed Commands
An engine speed command is sent by setting TSC1. Engine Override Control Mode to 01-Speed Control and sending the
desired speed in SPN 898.
SPN 898 can also represent a speed limit if TSC1. Engine Override Control Mode is set to 03. Note that there are engine
performance effects while operated at a limit, therefore it is recommended to disable the accelerator pedal, if that serves the
intent, rather than set a limit at a command value.
Engine Torque can be limited using TSC1. Engine Override Control Mode 02 with corresponding value in SPN 518.
If commands and limits are desired at the same time, TSC1 can be repeated with different information to enable speed requests and limits at the same time since the commands will persist. Although the commands will time out if not repeated, it is
recommended to end command sessions with TSC1. Engine Override Control Mode 00 which will end all limits and
commands.
PTO
mDrive and Allison Transmissions can accept PTODE to request PTO engagement through the “enable switch” signals.
PTODE is also a response from the transmission to these requests though the “engagement consent” signals.
Source Addresses and Unit Acronyms
Control UnitECUSource address (SA) or Destination
Address (DA) in Hex
Engine Management SystemEMS0x00
Transmission Electronic Control Unit/
Control Module
Antilock Brake SystemABS0x0B
Gear Shift Electronic Control UnitGSECU0x05 (0x06 for right side on LR)
Engine BrakeEB0x0F
Vehicle Electronic Control UnitVECU0x11
Instrument ClusterIC0x17
Adaptive Cruise with Braking functionACB0x2A
Electronically Controlled SuspensionECS0x2F
TECU/TCM0x03
Aftertreatment Control ModuleACM0x3D
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BodyLink III Body Builder Connector
POST DESCRIPTION
1. Battery Power (30A)16. NEUTRAL SIGNAL
2 .Ignition Power (30A)17. BODYLAMP GROUND INPUT
3. Stop Lamp18. PTO #1
4. Tail Lamp19. PTO # 2
5. Reverse Signal20. SPEED CONTROL ON/OFF
6. LH Turn21. BB 1939 (+)
7. RH Turn22. BB 1939 (-)
8. AUX SW #1 (IGN-20A)23. SPEED CONTROL SET/DECEL
9. AUX SW #2 (BATT-15A)24. SPEED CONTROL RESUME/ACC
10. AUX SW #3 (IGN-15A)25.
11. AUX SW #4 (IGN-15A)26.
12.AUX SW #5 (IGN-10A)27. LH TURN/STOP
13. AUX SW #6 (DOWN-15A)28.
14. AUX SW #6 (UP-15A)29. RH TURN/STOP
15. PARK BRAKE SIGNAL
Note: Cab Decal from the BodyLink III Body Builder Connector
Notes
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Support Inbound and Outbound J-1939 Message Information
Note: MACK does not recommend broadcasting on the data bus. However, it is known that there are devices on the market
which effect an engine speed control. MACK broadcasts the following with message and signal definition per SAE J1939-71.
Instrument Cluster
MessageBusFrom ECUTo ECUUpdate RateContent
B (65274)J1939–1ICVECU1 sBrake Application Pressure (SPN 116)
Brake Primary Pressure (SPN 117)
Brake Secondary Pressure (SPN 118)
Parking Brake Red Warning Signal (SPN 3557)
CL (53248)J1939-1ICVECU5s and state
change
CM1 (57344)J1939-1ICVECU1 sSeat Belt Switch (SPN 1856)