This workshop manual contains technical data, descriptions and repair instructions for the Volvo Penta
products or product versions noted in the table of contents. Check that you have the correct Workshop
Manual for your engine.
Read the available safety information, ”General information” and ”Repair instructions” in this workshop
manual before you start to do any service work.
Important!
The following special warning symbols occur in this
book and on the engine.
WARNING! Warns for the risk of personal injury,
property damage or that a mechanical fault can
occur if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT! Is used to call attention to things
which could cause damage or malfunctions to
product or property.
NOTE! Is used to call attention to important information, to facilitate work processes or operation.
Below is a summary of the risks involved and safety
precautions you should always observe or carry out
when performing work on the EMS 2 system.
Before electric welding is done, the connector
on the EMS system must be disconnected.
Disconnect the engine from system voltage by
turning off the main switch.
Disconnect the cable connectors from the control unit.
Reconnect the EMS 2 control module terminal
when the electric welding is finished and the electric welding equipment has been disconnected.
Never do any work on an engine which just
hangs from a lifting device (crane etc.).
The engine must not be run in areas where explosive material or any gases are stored.
Only start the engine in a well-ventilated area. If
the engine is run in a confined space, make
sure that the crankcase ventilation and exhaust
gases can be led away from the workplace.
The battery lockers must never be exposed to
open flames or sparks. Never smoke close to
the batteries. The batteries generate hydrogen
gas when charged, which can form an explosive
gas when mixed with air. This gas mixture is
very flammable and highly explosive. A spark,
which can be caused by incorrect battery connection, can cause a single spark which is sufficient to cause an explosion with resulting damage. Do not shift the connections when attempting to start the engine (spark risk) and do not
lean over any of the batteries. Please refer to
the advice in the instruction book.
Always ensure that the + (positive pole) and –
(negative pole) are securely connected to their
appropriate terminals on the battery. If the batteries are wrongly connected, this can cause
severe damage to the electrical equipment.
Please refer to the wiring diagram.
Always use goggles when charging and handling batteries. Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid, which is highly corrosive. If battery
acid comes into contact with your skin, wash it
off at once with a lot of soap and water, and
then get medical help. If battery acid comes
into contact with your eyes, flush your eyes at
once (preferably with an eye shower) with a lot
of clean water, and then get medical help at
once.
Be careful, watch out for the moving components of the engine during function testing and
in operation. Approaching the engine during operation entails a risk of personal injury. Remember that loose clothes or long hair can catch on
rotating components and cause severe injury.
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Group 30: Electrical systemGeneral information
General information
About this Workshop Manual
This workshop manual contains descriptions and repair instructions for the standard versions of the
TAD734GE, TAD650VE, TAD660VE, TAD750 and
TAD760VE engines.
The workshop manual can illustrate tasks done on
any of the engines noted above. This means that the
illustrations and photographs which clarify certain details might not correspond with other engines in some
cases. Repair methods are similar in all important respects, however. If this is not the case, this is noted.
Important differences are noted separately.
The engine designation and number are noted on the
number plate and engine decal. The engine designation and number must always be given in all correspondence about any product.
The workshop manual is produced primarily for the
use of Volvo Penta workshops and service technicians. For this reason the manual presupposes a certain basic knowledge and that the user can carry out
the mechanical/electrical work described to a general
standard of engineering competence.
Volvo Penta constantly improves its products, so we
reserve the right to make modifications without prior
notification. All information in this manual is based on
product data which was available up to the date on
which the manual was printed. Any material changes
introduced into the product or service methods after
this date are notified by means of Service Bulletins.
Spare parts
Spare parts for electrical and fuel systems are subject
to various national safety requirements. Volvo Penta
Original Spare Parts meet these specifications. Any
kind of damage whatsoever, occasioned by use of
non-original Volvo Penta spares for the product in
question, will not be compensated by the warranty offered by Volvo Penta.
Certified engines
When doing service and repair on emission certified engines, it is important to be aware of the following:
Certification means that an engine type has been
checked and approved by the relevant authority. The
engine manufacturer guarantees that all engines made
of the same type are equivalent to the certified engine.
This makes special demands on service and repair
work, as follows:
●Maintenance and service intervals recommended
by Volvo Penta must be complied with.
●Only Volvo Penta original spares may be used.
●Service to injection pumps, pump settings and in-
jectors must always be done by an authorized
Volvo Penta workshop.
●The engine must not be converted or modified,
except for the accessories and service kits which
Volvo Penta has approved for the engine.
●No installation changes to the exhaust pipe and
engine air inlet ducts may be done.
●No seals may be broken by unauthorized personnel.
The general advice in the instruction book about operation, care and maintenance applies.
IMPORTANT! Delayed or inferior care/maintenance, and the use of non-original spares parts
means that Volvo Penta can no longer be responsible for guaranteeing that the engine complies with the certified version.
Damage and/or costs which arise from this will
not be compensated by Volvo Penta.
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Group 30: Electrical systemRepair instructions
Repair instructions
The working methods described in the workshop manual apply to work carried out in a workshop. For this
reason, the engine is lifted out and mounted on an engine support. Unless otherwise stated reconditioning
work which can be carried out with the engine in place
follows the same working method.
The warning signs which occur in the workshop manual
(please refer to “Safety information” for their meanings).
WARNING!
IMPORTANT!
NOTE!
are not comprehensive in any way, since we can not of
course foresee everything, because service work is
done in highly varying circumstances. For this reason,
all we can do is to point out the risks which we believe
could occur due to incorrect work in a well-equipped
workshop, using work methods and tools tested by us.
All operations described in the Workshop Manual for
which there are Volvo Penta Special Tools available
assume that these tools are used when carrying out
the repair. Volvo Penta Special Tools have been developed to ensure the most safe and rational working
methods possible. It is therefore the responsibility of
anyone using other tools or other working methods
than we recommend to determine that there is no risk
of personal injury or mechanical damage or malfunction as a result.
In some cases special safety precautions and user instructions may be required in order to use the tools and
chemicals mentioned in the Workshop Manual. These
rules must always be observed, so there are no special
instructions about this in the workshop manual.
By following these basic recommendations and using
common sense it is possible to avoid most of the
risks involved in the work. A clean work place and a
clean engine will eliminate many risks of personal
injury and engine malfunction.
Above all, when work on fuel systems, lubrication
systems, inlet systems, turbocharger, bearing caps
and seals is done, it is extremely important that no
dirt or other kinds of foreign particles are able to get
in, since this would otherwise cause malfunctions or
shortened repair life.
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Repair instructionsGroup 30: Electrical system
Our common responsibility
Each engine consists of a large number of collaborating systems and components. Any deviation of a component from its technical specification can dramatically increase the environmental impact of an otherwise
good engine. For this reason, it is important that the
specified wear tolerances are observed, that systems
which are adjustable are correctly adjusted and that
Volvo Penta Original Spares are used for the engine.
The stated service intervals in the Maintenance
Schedule (see the Owner’s Manual) must be observed.
Some systems, such as the components in the fuel
system, require special expertise and special testing
equipment for service and maintenance. For environmental reasons etc., some components are sealed at
the factory. It is only permissible to work on sealed
components if you are authorized to do such work.
Remember that most chemical products, incorrectly
used, damage the environment. Volvo Penta recommends the use of biodegradable degreasers whenever
engine components are de-greased, unless otherwise
specified in the workshop manual. When working
aboard a boat, be careful to ensure that oils, wash
residue etc. are processed for destruction, and are not
inadvertently discharged with bilge water into the environment.
Tightening torques
The tightening torque for vital fasteners, which should
be tightened with a torque wrench, are listed in “Technical Data: Special tightening torques” and noted in the
job descriptions in the book. All torque specifications
apply to clean screws, screw heads and mating faces.
Torque data stated apply to lightly oiled or dry threads.
If lubricants, locking fluids or sealants are needed on a
fastener, the type of preparation to be used will be noted in the job description and in “Tightening Torques”.
For fasteners where specific torque values are not given, please refer to “Technical data: General tightening
torques”. General torque specifications are target values and the fastener does not need to be tightened with
a torque wrench.
3838620VODIA – palmtop computer (PDA) with SD card.
3838621VODIA – docking station. Used with VODIA PDA
(3838620).
3838622VODIA – cable with connector. Used with dock-
ing station (3838621) on the engine’s communication connector.
*Note. More detailed information about using the VODIA tool can
be found in the tool’s instruction manual.
885675
9812519
888900169998699
885675Adapter cable for sensor test
9812519Multimeter
999 9324Terminal crimping tool
9998482Gauge for connector on control unit
9998699Measurebox
88890016Adapter cable
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EMS 2 - “Engine Management System”Group 30: Electrical system
EMS 2 - “Engine Management System”
General information
EMS 2 is an electronic system with CAN communication (Controller Area Network) for diesel engine control. The
system has been developed by Volvo and includes fuel control and diagnostic function.
The system consists of a control module, six injectors, a number of sensors that supply the control module with
measurements, sockets for diagnosis and functional checks. The engine can be connected to a communications
interface consisting of a CAN link and a serial link.
CAN - Controller Area Network
The J1939 CAN link is responsible after all communication between the engine control unit (EMS 2) and a
communication interface (such as CIU/DCU), except
for diagnostics. Diagnostics are managed by the socalled J1708/J1587 link. The CAN link is much faster
than the J1708/J1587 link and has been designed to
connect to other components that support the SAE
J1939 protocol, such as instrument panels and transmissions.
If a fault develops on the CAN link, signals for the engine speed potentiometer, and the start and stop
knobs are taken over by the J1708/J1587 link. However, instrument and indicator lamps are completely
turned off.
If faults occur in both links, the engine starts to idle.
The only way to shut off the engine in this case is to
use the auxiliary stop (AUX-STOP).
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Group 30: Electrical systemEMS 2 - “Engine Management System”
CIU - Control Interface Unit
The CIU is a “translator” between the CAN bus and
the customer’s own control panel. This unit has two
serial communication links, one fast and one slow.
The fast one is a CAN link that features a bus speed
of 250 Kbit/s. All data regarding instruments, indicator
lamps, contacts and potentiometers are controlled by
this bus.
The slower J1708/J1587 link handles diagnostic information for, among other things, the flashing code. The
VODIA diagnosis tool also uses the J1708/J1587 link
to communicate with the system.
DCU - Display Control Unit
DCU is a digital instrument panel that communicates
with the engine control module via the CAN link. DCU
has several functions, such as:
–Shows fault codes in text. Lists previous faults.
Parameter setting
–Idling speed, alarm limit for oil temperature/cool-
ant temperature, droop.
–Preheating for ignition.
Information
–Information about hardware, software and engine
identification.
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EMS 2 - “Engine Management System”Group 30: Electrical system
Fuel control
The amount of fuel injected into the engine and the injection advance are fully electronically controlled, via
fuel valves in the injectors, once the control unit has
analyzed the engine’s fuel requirements.
This means that the engine always receives the correct volume of fuel in all operating conditions, which
offers lower fuel consumption, minimal exhaust emissions etc.
The control unit monitors and reads the injectors to
ensure that the correct volume of fuel is injected into
each cylinder, and it calculates and set the injection
advance. Control is mainly done with the help of the
speed sensors, fuel pressure sensor and the combined sensor for boost pressure/boost temperature.
The control unit controls the injectors via a signal to
the electromagnetically operated fuel valve in each injector, which can be opened and closed.
Calculation of fuel quantity
The quantity of fuel to be injected into the cylinder is
calculated by the control unit. The calculation determines the time that the fuel valve is open (when the
fuel valve is open fuel is sprayed into the cylinder).
The parameters which govern the amount of fuel injected are:
•Demanded engine speed
•Engine protector functions
•Temperature
•Boost pressure
Altitude correction
The control unit contains an atmospheric pressure
sensor and an altitude compensation function for engines that operate at high altitude. This function limits
the fuel volume in relation to ambient air pressure.
This is to prevent smoke, high exhaust temperature
and to protect the turbocharger from overspeeding.
Diagnostic function
The task of the diagnostic function is to discover and
localize any malfunctions in the EMS 2 system, to
protect the engine and to inform about any problems
that occur.
If a malfunction is discovered, this is announced by
warning lamps, a flashing diagnostic lamp or in plain language on the instrument panel, depending on the equipment used. If a fault code is obtained as a flashing code
or in plain language, this is used for guidance in any fault
tracing. Fault codes can also be read by Volvo’s VODIA
tool at authorized Volvo Penta workshops.
In case of serious disturbances, the engine is shut
down completely or the control module decreases the
power output (depending on the application). Once
again, a fault code is set for guidance in any fault
tracing.
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Group 30: Electrical systemComponent location
Component location TAD 650, 660, 750, 760 VE
NOTE! Location can differ, depending on engine model.
2
1
1.Speed sensor, camshaft
2.Connection, EMS 2
3.Solenoid controlled proportional valve, high pressure pump – fuel (MPROP)
4.Fuel pressure
5.Fuel pressure in comman rail
6.Glow plugs, one for each injector
7.Oil pressure sensor
8.Boost pressure and temperature
9.Solenoid valve, EGR
10. Coolant temperature
11. Speed sensor, crankshaft
12. Water in fuel (not shown, mounted on primary
fuel filter).
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4
5
6
7
8
11
9
10
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Component descriptionGroup 30: Electrical system
Component location TAD 734 GE
1.Solenoid controlled proportional valve,
high pressure pump – fuel (MPROP)
2.Coolant temperature sensor
3.Water in fuel switch(mounted on primary
fuel filter).
4.Boost pressure and temperature sensor
5.Preheater, intake manifold
6.Fuel pressure in comman rail
7.Fuel pressure sensor
8.Oil pressure sensor
9.Main relay
10. Speed sensor, crankshaft
11. Speed sensor, camshaft
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Group 30: Electrical systemComponent description
Component description
Starter motor
The starter motor is installed in the flywheel housing,
on the left-hand side of the engine. The starter motor
relay is “positive connected”, which means that the relay is connected to battery voltage.
Alternator
The alternator is belt driven and mounted on the front
of the engine, on the right.
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Component descriptionGroup 30: Electrical system
Injectors
The injectors are installed on the cylinder head.
The amount of fuel injected and injection duration is
controlled by the engine control unit, via electromagnetically controlled fuel valves in the injectors. This
means that the engine always receives the correct
volume of fuel in all operating conditions, which offers
lower fuel consumption, minimal exhaust emissions
etc.
Speed sensor, crankshaft
The engine speed sensor is an inductive sensor.
When the crankshaft rotates impulses are created in
the sensor via a tooth wheel on or behind the torsion
damper. The impulses create a pulse signal in the
sensor that the engine control unit (EMS 2) uses to
calculate the crankshaft’s rpm.
The tooth wheel has a tooth free gap for the EMS 2 to
recognize the crankshafts position.
The signal is sent to the engine control unit, which
calculates the injection in advance and the amount of
fuel to be injected.
Speed sensor, camshaft (camshaft position)
The camshaft sensor is an inductive sensor. When
the camshaft rotates impulses are created in the sensor via a tooth wheel installed on the camshaft. The
tooth has seven teeth, one for each cylinder and one
to determine when cylinder one is to be injected. The
impulses create a pulse signal in the sensor that the
engine control unit (EMS 2) uses to calculate when a
cylinder is in turn for injection.
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Group 30: Electrical systemComponent description
Sensor, boost pressure/ boost
temperature
The boost pressure and the boost temperature are
measured by a combined sensor located on the inlet
manifold on the left of the engine.
The sensor is supplied by a 5 Volt reference voltage
from the engine control module.
The boost pressure sensor measures the absolute
pressure, which is the sum of the boost pressure and
atmospheric pressure (300 kPa thus corresponds to a
boost pressure of 200 kPa when atmospheric pressure is 100 kPa).
The pressure signal is a voltage signal which is proportional to absolute pressure.
The boost temperature sensor consists of a non-linear resistor, whose resistance varies with boost temperature. The resistance falls as the temperature rises.
Sensor, oil pressure, engine
Oil pressure is measured by a sensor installed in the
engine block on the right side of the engine.
The sensor measures pressure in the main oil gallery,
and is supplied by a 5 Volt reference voltage from the
engine control module.
The pressure signal is a voltage signal which is proportional to the lubrication oil pressure.
IEGR (only VE engines)
The IEGR valve is a 2-way solenoid valve controlled by
the engine control unit. The IEGR solenoid controls a
oil pressure that effects a control valve which activate
the exhaust gas recirculation function.
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Component descriptionGroup 30: Electrical system
Coolant temperature sensor
The sensor is located on the cylinder head, at the rear
end of the engine.
The sensor senses the engine coolant temperature
and sends the information to the engine control unit.
The sensor consists of a non-linear resistor, whose resistance varies with coolant temperature. The resistance falls as the coolant temperature rises.
Sensor, common rail pressure
(fuel)
The sensor is mounted on the right of the engine, at
the front of the common rail, which distributes fuel to
the injectors.
The rail pressure sensor senses the fuel pressure and
converts this to a voltage which is registered by the
engine control unit.
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Sensor, fuel pressure
The sensor measures fuel pressure and is located on
the fuel filter bracket. The sensor is an active sensor,
i.e. the sensor requires a supply voltage of +5 Volt.
The sensor provides an output signal whose voltage is
proportional to the pressure that the sensor measures.
A magnetically controlled proportional valve (MPROP)
controls the high pressure pump to ensure that the
correct fuel pressure (rail pressure) is retained despite
varying engine speed and loading.
The input signal to the valve is a PWM signal whose
pulse width is controlled by the engine control module.
When the current through the valve is changed, this affects the fuel flow, which results in changed rail pressure.
Water in fuel switch, secondary
fuel filter
A switch is located in the water trap under the fuel filter. Its task is to detect whether there is water in the
fuel.
The switch senses the resistance between two pins,
wich are in contact with the fuel. When there is no water in the fuel, the resistance is very high. If there is
any water in the fuel, the resistance falls.
Switch, coolant level
The task of the switch is to discover whether the coolant level in the engine (expansion tank) has become
too low. An alarm signal is sent when the coolant level
is too low.
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Component descriptionGroup 30: Electrical system
Preheater with preheater relay
The preheater is located in the inlet manifold at the left
side of the engine. The preheat relay is located at the
engines left side beneath the preheater.
Engine control unit, EMS 2
The engine control unit checks and controls the injectors, to ensure that the correct volume of fuel is injected into each cylinder at the right time. It also controls
the high pressure pump via the proportional valve
(MPROP) to ensure that the system always has the
correct fuel pressure (rail pressure).
The control unit also calculates and adjusts the injection advance. Regulation is mainly done with the aid of
the engine speed sensor and the combined sensor for
boost pressure/boost temperature.
The EMS 2 system processor is located in the control
unit, protected from water and vibration.
The processor receives continuous information about:
Engine speed
•
Throttle
•
Oil pressure
•
Boost pressure /temperature
•
Fuel pressure (common rail pressure)
•
Fuel alarm, “water in fuel”
•
Camshaft position
•
Coolant temperature
•
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The information provides information about current operation conditions and allows the processor to calculate
the correct fuel volume, monitor engine status etc.
Group 30: Electrical systemRepair instructions
Repair instructions
General advice on working
with EMS engines
The following advice must be followed to avoid
damage to the engine control unit and other electronics.
IMPORTANT! The system must be disconnect-
ed from system voltage (by cutting the current
with the main switch) and the starter key(s) must
be in the 0 position when the engine control
module connectors are disconnected or connected.
●Never disconnect the current with the main
switches when an engine is running.
●Never undo a battery cable when the engine is
running.
●Turn the main switches off or disconnect the bat-
tery cables during quick charging of the batteries.
●NOTE! During normal trickle charging, it is not
necessary to turn the main switches off.
●Only batteries may be used for start help. A help
start device can produce a very high voltage and
damage the control unit and other electronics.
●If a connector is disconnected from a sensor, be
very careful to avoid allowing the contact pins to
come into contact with oil, water or dirt.
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Repair instructionsGroup 30: Electrical system
Electric welding
1.NOTE! Cut the current with the main switch.
IMPORTANT! The system must be disconnect-
ed from system voltage when the engine control
module connectors are disconnected or connected.
2.Undo the two connectors from the engine control
unit before any electric welding starts. Turn the
locking arm down at the same time as the connector is pulled outwards.
3.Disconnect all connections to the alternator.
Connect the welder earth clamp to the component
to be welded, or as close as possible to the weld
site. The clamp must never be connected to the
engine or in such a way that current can pass
through a bearing.
IMPORTANT! After welding is completed, the
disconnected components, such as alternator
cables and battery cables must be connected in
the correct order.
The battery cables must always be connected
last.
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Group 30: Electrical systemRepair instructions
Changing the engine control
unit
1.NOTE! Cut the current with the main switch.
IMPORTANT! The system must be disconnect-
ed from system voltage when the engine control
module connectors are disconnected or connected*.
2.Remove the two connectors from the engine control unit. Turn the locking arm down at the same
time as the connector is pulled outwards
3.If the new engine control unit has recently been
programmed:
Start the engine and check whether any fault
codes related to the engine control unit occur.
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Repair instructionsGroup 30: Electrical system
Reprogramming a control unit
IMPORTANT! The CHASSIS ID number must
be readily available to allow the software to be
downloaded.
Action:
1.Log in to Volvo Penta Partner Network’s website:
www.vppn.com
2.Choose “VODIA” in the left-hand menu.
3.Choose “ECU programming” in the left-hand
menu.
4.Follow the instructions under “Download software”. Choose the control units to be reprogrammed and click the “Download” button. The
software for the control units is now downloaded
to the PDA*.
* Note. PDA = “Personal Digital Assistant” (palmtop computer).
5.Take a look under “Settings”, “Software information” in VODIA to check that the software has
been downloaded.
8.The next control unit is the vehicle ECU.
Select “Electrical system and instruments” in the
VODIA menu.
Select “MID 144 ECU, programming”.
VODIA will guide you through the entire programming process.
9.NOTE! Programming must be reported back to
Volvo Penta within 28 days. Log in to Volvo Pen-ta Partner Network’s web site:
www.vppn.com
10. Choose “VODIA” in the left-hand menu.
11. Choose “Report software” in the left-hand menu.
12. Follow the instructions for “Report software/parameter”. Click “Report software/parameter”.
6.Connect the VODIA to the engine (control unit) to
be programmed.
7.Start with the engine control unit.
Select “Engine with mounting and equipment” in
the VODIA menu.
Select “MID 128 Control unit, programming”.
VODIA will guide you through the entire programming process.
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Group 30: Electrical systemRepair instructions
Programming an empty
control unit
When a new engine control unit is installed, where no
software has been downloaded, the control unit must
be programmed.
The new control unit must have the same part number
as the old control unit. If the control units do not have
the same part number, it will not be possible to program the new control unit until a “Conversion kit” has
been ordered from Volvo Penta.
If the control units have the same part number, the
new control unit can be programmed as usual. Please
refer to “Programming a control unit”.
If the part numbers do not coincide – proceed as possible:
1.Have both part numbers available.
2.Log in to Volvo Penta Network’s web site:
www.vppn.com
3.Choose “VODIA” in the left-hand menu.
4.Choose “Conversion kit” in the left-hand menu. A
new page, “Conversion kit / Accessory kit”, opens
up.
5.Click the text “Available conversions kits” which
is shown in bold face.
6.A new window opens. Follow the instructions given in the window.
7.Return to the “Conversion kit / Accessory kit”
page and follow the instructions to order a new
“conversion kit”.
8.Volvo Penta’s database is now updated. It can
take about a minute before a confirmation is sent.
9.Programing of the control unit can now start.
Please refer to “Programming a control unit”.
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Repair instructionsGroup 30: Electrical system
Fault tracing of cables and
connectors
Special tools: 9812519, 9998482
Check all connectors visually
Check the following:
l Look for oxidation which can impair contact in con-
nectors.
l Check that terminals are undamaged, that they are
correctly inserted into their connectors, and that
the cable is correctly terminated in the terminal.
● Check that there is good mechanical contact in the
connector. Use a loose pin to check this.
IMPORTANT! The multi-pin connectors for
the engine control unit must only be checked
with gauge 9998482.
● Carefully insert gauge 999 8482 into the multi-pin
connector. Pull and push the connector in and out
a few times and feel whether the terminal socket
grasps the tool. If the terminal socket does not
grasp, or if it feels slack, the connection pins
should be changed. Please refer to ”Joining electrical cables for multi-connector” Check the secondary locking in the connector.
Contact problems
Intermittent contact or temporary recurring faults can
be difficult to fault trace, and are frequently caused by
oxidation, vibration or poorly terminated cables.
Wear can also cause faults. For this reason, avoid disconnecting a connector unless it is necessary.
Other contact problems can be caused by damage to
pins, sockets and connectors etc.
Shake cables and pull connectors during measurement, to find where the cable is damaged.
Contact resistance and oxidation
Resistance in connectors, cables and junctions
should be close to 0 Ω. A certain amount of resistance
will occur, however, because of oxidation in connectors.
If this resistance is too great, malfunctions occur. The
amount of resistance that can be tolerated before malfunctions occur varies, depending on the load in the
circuit.
Open circuit
● If possible, shake the cables and pull the connec-
tors during measurement to discover whether the
cable harness is damaged.
● Check that the cables are not damaged. Avoid
clamping cables in tight bends close to the connector.
● Check the function of the secondary locking.
Possible reasons for faults could be chafed or broken
cables, or connectors which have come undone.
Use the wiring schedule to check the cable harnesses
which are relevant to the function. Start off with the
most probable cable harness in the circuit.
Check the following:
● Disconnect the relevant connector at each end of
the cable harness.
● Use multimeter 9812519 to measure the resis-
tance between the ends of the cable.
Nominal value close to 0 Ω.
● If possible, shake the cables and pull the connec-
tors during measurement to discover whether the
cable harness is damaged.
● Check the next cable harness in the wiring sched-
ule if no fault has been found.
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Group 30: Electrical systemRepair instructions
Joining electrical cables for
connectors
Special tools: 9808648, 999 9324
Repair kit: 1078054
1
Disconnect the connector from the engine control unit
or from the power supply unit, please refer to ”Control
unit, changing”.
Undo the connector, to gain access to the cable leading to the pin which is to be changed.
2
Undo the pin catch.
3
Remove the pin with tool no. 9808648.
NOTE! Only remove one pin at a time.
4
Cut off the cable and the pin which is to be changed.
Join the cable with the new one, using repair kit
10.78054. Use cable crimping tool no. 999 9324.
5
Carefully heat the joint with a hot air gun, to make the
insulation shrink and seal tightly.
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6
Put the pin back in the right place in the connector before removing the next pin, if several pins are to be
changed. Check that the locking tongue locks the pin
in the connector.
7
Install the cables with insulation and tie wraps in the
connector, in the reverse order to disassembly.
8
Install the connector in the reverse order to disassembly.
9
Check that the connector and the mating connector on
the engine control unit or power supply unit are clean
and dry.
10
Join up the multi-pin connector. Please refer to ”Control unit, changing” for advice on joining up the connector.
11
Start the engine and check carefully that no fault
codes occur.
Checking the starter motor
voltage
Special tools: Multimeter 981 2519
General
If battery voltage falls below 24.7 V*, the starter motor
will not be able to crank the engine at normal speed.
A fully charged battery has an open circuit voltage of
about 25.4 V.
* Note. Measured on the batteries.
Voltage measurement, check
1
Check that the battery voltage is at least 24.7 V* when
unloaded by using multimeter 9812519 to measure
between the battery poles.
* Note. Measured on the batteries.
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2
Turn the main switch on.
3
Check that the voltage between terminal B+ on the starter motor and battery negatives connection point is the
same as the battery voltage.
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Checking the charging system
Special tools: 9812519
Generally about alternators:
The voltage output from an alternator must be limited
to prevent the elecrolyte in the battery to evaporate.
The alternator output is regulated (limited) by the voltage regulator in the alternator. The maximum current
that the alternator can deliver at regulated voltage output depends on the alternator revolution. When the engine is started an excitation current is needed to
“wake up” the alternator.
NOTE! It is the consumers (batteries included) which
decides the output current from the alternator.
Measurements
1.Engine off.
2.Use multimeter 9812519 to do a voltage measurement over the battery. The nominal voltage over a
full loaded battery is approx. 25.4V.
3.Engine on. Run at 1500 rpm.
4.Use multimeter 9812519 to do a voltage measurement over the battery. The nominal charging voltage over the battery should be approx. 27.8-
28.6V.
Fault tracing charging system
Battery
1.Check that all connectors at the battery is correct
assembled.
2.Check the conditions of the cables to the battery.
3.Check the water level in the battery.
4.Check, if possible, the specific gravity of all cells.
when no charge
1.Check the alternator belt tension.
2.Check that all connectors at the alternator and at
the battery is correct assembled.
3.Check the conditions of all cables in the charging
system.
4.Regulator fault, try another alternator.
when undercharge
1.Check the alternator belt tension.
2.Check that all connectors at the alternator and at
the battery is correct assembled.
3.Check the conditions of all cables in the charging
system.
4.Regulator fault, try another alternator.
when overcharge
1.Probably regulator fault, try another alternator.
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Rail pressure measurement
This measurement is used for measuring the rail pressure. For example if the engine doesn’t start this measurement can show the rail pressure while the engine
is cranking. If it is air in the system the rail pressure
could be too low for the engine control unit to activate
injection.
1.NOTE! Starter key in position 0.
2.Undo the connector from the sensor.
3.Connect adapter cable (885675) between the sensor and the engine control unit.
4.Use multimeter (9812519) for voltage measurement. Connect the COM from the multimeter to
measurement point 1. Connect V from the multimeter to measurement point 2.
5.NOTE! Starter key in position I. The multimeter
should now show 0.5 Volt which is equal to 0Mpa
(0bar).
6.When cranking the engine, read the voltage value
on the multimeter and look in the table which pressure the voltage equals.
NOTE! To activate injection a rail pressure of at least
25 MPa (250 bar) is demanded.