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Implement ECM Control System Input Components
The Implement Electronic Control System utilizes various different types of devices that provide
input data to the Implement ECM and the "Implement Control # 2". The attachment "Implement
Control # 3" is used to provide outputs for the auxiliary solenoids. The modules of the Implement
ECM receive status information about the machine from the input devices. The ECM will use this
information to determine the correct output action needed to control the implement functions of the
machine. All the implement system components that supply inputs to the ECM modules fall into one
of the following groups: switch type of inputs and sensor type inputs.

Switches provide signals to the switch inputs of the ECM. The possible outputs of a switch are an
open signal, a grounded signal, or a voltage signal.

Sensors provide an electrical signal to the ECM that constantly changes. The sensor input to the
ECM can be one of several different types of electrical signals including the following: pulse width
modulated (PWM) signals, active analog (voltage) input signals, passive analog (resistance) input
signals and frequency input signals.

The ECM modules monitor most of the circuits of the input components for diagnostics. If the ECM
determines that an abnormal condition exists in one of the circuits, the ECM will log a diagnostic
code for the involved component.

Sensors
Most of the input circuits of the sensor have an internal ECM "pull up voltage" that is present at the
contacts of the ECM. An above normal voltage is internally connected to the input circuit of the ECM
through a resistor. During normal operation, the sensor signal will hold the circuit at a certain
amplitude. Loss of power to the component, disconnection, or an open circuit allows the circuit to be
pulled high by the pull-up voltage of the ECM. This action will result in above normal voltage at the
contact of the ECM. As a result, the ECM will activate an FMI 03 (voltage above normal) diagnostic
code for the circuit that is affected.

The types of ECM input sensor circuits that have pull-up voltage present are listed below:

Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) sensor input circuits

Active analog (voltage) input signal circuits

Passive analog (resistance) input signal circuits

Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) Position Sensor Operation

When powered up, the position sensors continuously send a Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) square
wave signal to the ECM. Any movement on a specific axis is detected by the position sensor for that
axis. The duty cycle of the sensor signal of the PWM changes depending on the direction and the
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amount of movement on the axis. The duty cycle is the percentage of time that the signal is high as
compared to the period of the duty cycle. The greater the time that the duty cycle is high, the
greater the percentage the duty cycle will be.

The percentage of duty cycle signal from a typical position sensor the ECM will recognize as valid is
10% to 90% ± 5% at the extreme ends of the axis movement. A joystick, lever, or actuator that is in
the center or neutral position results in a duty cycle signal of approximately 50 ± 5%.

For more information on the position sensors for the joysticks and auxiliary controls, refer to
Systems Operation, "Features".

Left Joystick Position Sensors

The left joystick contains six internal position sensors that send input signals to the Implement ECM.
Three steering position sensors also send an input signal to the Transmission/Chassis ECM. The
position sensors are assigned to an axis of the joystick to monitor movement of the axis. The left
joystick axis assignments are listed below.

Left/Right Axis - Steer position sensor 1, Steer position sensor 2, Steer position sensor 3

Forward/Rearward Axis - Left blade lift or lower position sensor

Rotational Axis - Machine articulation left or right

Thumb Rocker Axis - Wheel lean left or right

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Illustration 2 g01469813
Left Joystick Position Sensor Input Connections

Note: For a complete connection diagram of the left joystick electronic control system, refer to the
"System Schematics" in the back of the manual.

The Transmission/Chassis ECM monitors the steering position sensors to instantly activate the
secondary steering system. If a problem is detected, the "Transmission/Chassis ECM" will activate
the secondary steering system when requested by the Implement ECM.

The position sensors that are internal to the joysticks are not serviceable. If an internal joystick
position sensor has failed, the joystick assembly must be replaced.

Right Joystick Position Sensors

The right joystick contains five internal position sensors that send input signals to the Implement
ECM. The position sensors are assigned to a joystick axis to monitor movement of the axis. The
right joystick axis assignments are listed below.

Left or Right Axis - Sideshift left or right position sensor

Forward or Rearward Axis - Right blade lift or lower position sensor

Rotational Axis - Blade circle position sensor

Thumb Rocker Forward or Rearward Axis - Blade pitch position sensor

Thumb Rocker Left or Right Axis - Circle sideshift position sensor

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Right Joystick Position Sensor Input Connections

Note: For a complete connection diagram of the electronic control system of the right joystick, refer
to the "System Schematics" in the back of the manual.

Auxiliary Hydraulics Control Position Sensors

Illustration 4 g01469816
Auxiliary Hydraulic Position Sensor Input Connections
Note: For a complete connection diagram of the electronic auxiliary hydraulic control system, refer
to Systems Operation, "Features" in this manual or to the "System Schematics" in the back of the
manual.

The attachment auxiliary control pod contains four internal position sensors that send an input
signal to the "Implement Control # 2". Each of the position sensors is assigned to one of the four
control levers.

The attachment mini joystick contains two position sensors that send an input signal to the
"Implement Control # 2". One for the forward rearward axis and one for the left or right axis

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An attachment stand-alone lever 7 or attachment lever 6 and 7 combination have internal position
sensors. These sensors send an input to the "Implement Control # 2". The lever 6 signal input
circuit is used by either the mini joystick left or right axis or by the stand-alone lever 6 position
sensor depending on which attachment is installed.

The auxiliary hydraulic lever position sensors can be configured to control any of the installed
auxiliary hydraulic valves. For more information on configuring the auxiliary hydraulic controls, refer
to Testing and Adjusting, "Auxiliary Hydraulic System - Configure" in this manual.

Articulation Position Sensors

Illustration 5 g01327588
Early M Series Motor Graders were equipped with two angle position sensors for machine articulation. On the front half of
the machine, in front of the articulation hitch. (View: Looking from the left side of the machine)
Left and right hand is in reference to the front of the machine.
(1) Machine Articulation Sensor #2 (right side)
(2) Machine Articulation Sensor #1 (left side)

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Illustration 6 g01313624
Dual Articulation Position Sensors 1 and 2 Input Circuits
The two machine articulation position sensors, for the M Series Motor Graders, are mounted on the
front half of the machine. The sensors are located in front of the articulation hinge. Each position
sensor will provide a PWM input to the Implement ECM and to the Transmission/Chassis ECM.

The position sensor for articulation angle (1) is powered by the 8 V sensor power supply of the
Implement ECM. The position sensor for articulation angle (2) is powered by the 8 V sensor power
supply of the Transmission/Chassis ECM.
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The Transmission/Chassis ECM monitors the signals from the sensors to be instantly ready to
activate and control the secondary steer system.

The Transmission/Chassis ECM monitors the PWM duty cycle from the articulation position sensors
to determine the articulation angle of the machine. The sensor operates at a frequency of
approximately 500 Hz. When the articulation angle of the machine is in the neutral position, the duty
cycle from the position sensor to the ECM is approximately 55%. When the machine is articulated to
the full left position, the duty cycle will be approximately 33%. When the machine is articulated to
the full right position, the duty cycle will be approximately 74%.

When an abnormal condition is detected in one or both of the machine articulation position sensor
circuits, the ECM will activate a diagnostic code for the affected circuit.

Single Articulation Position Sensor

Illustration 7 g03236020
Machine Articulation Angle Position Sensor is on the left-hand side of the articulation hitch. (View from left side of machine
with covers removed)
(1) Machine Articulation Sensor
(2) Mechanical linkage

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The single "Dual Output Machine Articulation Position Sensor" is mounted on the front half of the
machine at the hinge of the articulation. (Same location mount as the left-hand, articulation angle
position sensor # 1, on the earlier 2-sensor configuration.) The position sensor provides a PWM
signal input to the Implement ECM and to the Transmission/Chassis ECM.

The "articulation angle position sensor" is powered by the 8 VDC "Sensor Power" supply of the
Implement ECM.

The Implement ECM measures the PWM duty cycle from the articulation position sensor to
determine the articulation angle of the machine. The sensor operates at a frequency of
approximately 500 Hz. When the articulation angle of the machine is in the neutral position, the
input of the duty cycle from the position sensor to the ECM is approximately 55%. When the
machine is articulated to the full left position, the duty cycle will be approximately 33%. When the
machine is articulated to the full right position, the duty cycle will be approximately 74%.

The Transmission/Chassis ECM monitors the articulation angle of the machine and the gear
selected for the machine. The ECM will limit the selected gear to a value no greater than "6F" or
"5R" if the articulation of the machine is greater than 7°. The Transmission/Chassis ECM will limit
the articulation angle to less than 7° if the gear selected for the machine is greater than "6F" or
"5R".

The monitoring of the articulation angle of the machine is not inhibited though operating the
machine using the secondary steering function.
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Steer Cylinder Position Sensors

Illustration 9 g03856446
Illustration above shows new style cylinder with the new style sensor inside. Note the square connector cover.
The new steering cylinder position sensor can be measured using PWM signals with a meter.
Acceptable PWM range is approx. 11% retracted and 76% extended. The Sensor operating
frequency is 500 Hz. When the new sensor detects an internal fault, the frequency will drop to 250
Hz and the PWM duty cycle will stay at 50%. The sensor will detect a fault even when the rod is
moved.

Note: The new style sensorsdo not need to have trim files downloaded.

The new style sensor will use the existing wire harness.

Illustration 10 g01313639
Steering Cylinder Position Sensor

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Illustration 11 g01313665
Steering Cylinder Position Sensor Circuits

The position sensors of the steering cylinder are mounted on the head end of the front steering
cylinders. The position sensors provide a PWM input signal to the Implement ECM and to the
Transmission/Chassis ECM.

The position sensor of the left steering cylinder is powered by the 10 V sensor power supply of the
Trans/Chassis ECM. The position sensor of the right steering cylinder is powered by the 8 V sensor
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power supply of the Implement ECM.

The sensor is a PWM sensor that operates at a frequency of approximately 500 Hz. When the
extension length of the steering cylinder changes, the duty cycle of the PWM sensor signal
changes. The duty cycle of the PWM signal that is supplied to the ECM is measured in small
increments. The small increments will make the measurement of the changes of the duty cycle
difficult.

The Implement ECM will use the signals from the position sensors in the closed-loop control for the
primary steering system. The ECM sends a control signal to the control module of the steering valve
that is based on the left joystick steering axis position. The ECM monitors the signal from the
position sensors of the steering cylinder to adjust the command accordingly.

The Transmission/Chassis ECM uses the signals from the position sensors of the steering cylinder
and the position of the steering axis of the LH joystick. The signals from the ECM control the
secondary steering system when activated.

Blade Right and Blade Left Constant Down Force Position

Sensors
Note: The blade down force system is only available on the 16M and 24M Series Motor Graders.

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Illustration 12 g01333777
Blade Left and Blade Right Constant Down Force Dial Position Sensor input connections

The blade constant down force dial position sensors are connected to the left and the right blade
down force dials. The position sensors provide a PWM duty cycle input signal to the Implement
ECM that indicates the position of the blade constant down force dials.

When either of the dials are moved to the full clockwise position (no down force requested), the
PWM duty cycle of the signal is approximately 93%. When the dial is moved through a detent to the
full left counterclockwise position (maximum down force), the PWM duty cycle of the signal is
approximately 10.6%.

When the blade down force system is enabled, the Implement ECM will send a PWM variable
output current to the appropriate blade raise relief solenoid based on the signal that is received from

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the blade constant down force dial position sensors. This result is a specific amount of blade down
force applied to the work surface.

A full counterclockwise dial position to the left detent will result in the blade being in a full down
force condition such that the full weight of the blade is applied to the work surface. A full clockwise
dial position for no down force will result in a zero down force condition such that little of the blade
weight is applied to the work surface.

The Implement ECM monitors the blades constant down force dial position sensors circuits for
diagnostics. If an abnormal condition is detected in one of the circuits, the ECM will activate a
diagnostic code for the circuit. When this occurs, the ECM will not enable the blade down force
system. If a diagnostic code for a blade down force component circuit is activated though the
system is active, the ECM will disable the blade down force system.

For more information on the operation of the blade down force system, refer to the Systems
Operation, "Features" section of this manual.

Steering Valve Control Module Inputs

Illustration 13 g01313690
Steering Valve Control Module located in front of the cab

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Illustration 14 g01313683
Steering Valve Control Module Circuit Connections
The control module for the steering valve provides two input signals to the Implement ECM. One
input circuit is for the position sensor of the spool. The other input circuit is an error signal circuit.

The Implement ECM supplies system power to the control module of the steering valve through an
ON/OFF output driver.

For more information on the operation of the primary steering system and the steering control
module, refer to Systems Operation, "Features" in this manual.

Hydraulic Pump Pressure Sensor

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Illustration 15 g01314011
Location of the Hydraulic Pump Pressure Sensor on the Implement and Steering Control Manifold (upper left on the rear of
the transmission)

Illustration 16 g01314062
Hydraulic pump pressure sensor connections
The hydraulic pump pressure sensor provides an input to the Implement ECM to indicate the outlet
pressure of the steering and implement hydraulic pump.

The pressure sensor sends a variable voltage input to the ECM that will indicate the pump outlet
pressure. The sensor signal output voltage will range from 0.5 VDC when no pressure is detected to
4.5 VDC when 34500 kPa (5004 psi) pressure is detected.

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The Implement ECM will use the input from the pressure sensor to determine if the pump is
supplying sufficient pressure to operate the primary steering system and the implement system.

If the pump pressure is below the lower limit, the Implement ECM will send a request to the
Transmission/Chassis ECM to activate the secondary steering system.

Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor

Illustration 17 g01314126
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Sensor located behind the radiator at the inlet to the hydraulic oil cooler
Note: On M Series motor graders, the hydraulic oil temperature sensor is mounted on the manifold
that is on the outside of the radiator. The temperature sensor on these machines can be seen from
the rear of the machine by looking through the radiator guard on the lower right side.

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will calculate the temperature of the hydraulic oil according to the value of the input signal. The
voltage input signal from the sensor will ranges from 4.9 VDC at −40 °C (−40.0 °F) to 0.18 VDC at
150 °C (302.0 °F). The ECM will activate the FMI 03 diagnostic code when the input signal from the
sensor is 5.0 VDC.

Switches
Switches will provide one of the following types of input signals to the ECM:

An Open signal

A Ground signal

A +Battery or voltage signal

The contacts of a switch have two states of contact. The switch contacts are open or the switch
contacts are closed.

When switch contacts are open, no signal is provided to the corresponding input of the ECM.
This "no signal" condition is also referred to as floating.

When switch contacts are closed, either a ground signal or a +battery signal is sent to the
corresponding input of the ECM.

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Switch-to-ground type input circuits have an internal ECM "pull up voltage" that is present at the
ECM contacts. An above normal voltage is internally connected to the input circuit of the ECM
through a resistor that allows the ECM to detect a problem in the switch circuit. During normal
operation, the switch signal will hold the circuit low, however, circuit conditions such as a
disconnection or an open circuit will allow the circuit to be pulled high by the ECM pull up voltage.
This will result in an above normal voltage at the contact of the ECM. If this action occurs when the
ECM is expecting the circuit to be low, the ECM will activate a diagnostic code for the circuit.

Switch to +battery type input circuits have an internal ECM "pull down voltage" that is present at the
contacts of the ECM. A below normal voltage is internally connected to the input circuit of the ECM
through a resistor. This allows the ECM to detect a problem in the switch circuit. The circuit will be
held high when the switch contacts are closed to a +battery source. If the circuit is open or has a
bad connection, the pull down voltage will pull the circuit low. If this action occurs when the ECM is
expecting the circuit to be high, the ECM will activate a diagnostic code for the circuit.

The ECM monitors the input circuits of the switch for the following circuits unless otherwise noted.

Key Start Switch

Illustration 19 g01314199
Key start switch connections
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Each of the possible three modules of the Implement ECM monitor the status of the key start
switch. When the key start switch is moved to the ON position or the START position, system power
is supplied to the ECM modules at the connector contact J1-1.

The ECM module uses this input signal to determine when to activate or to deactivate the ECM
"sleep mode".

The key start switch circuit is not monitored for diagnostics by the Implement ECM.

Operator In Seat Switch

Illustration 20 g01422635
"Operator In Seat" switch connections
The "operator in seat" switch supplies two switch-to-ground type inputs to the Implement ECM and
to the Transmission/Chassis ECM. The switch is located under the operator seat.

The Implement ECM will not enable the primary steering system or enable any of the implement
systems, allow a shift of the machine out of neutral, or allow the disengagement of the parking
brake when all of the following conditions are true:the "operator in seat" switch is not engaged, the
transmission output speed is zero, the actual gear of the machine is neutral and the inching pedal is
not pressed.
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Auto Articulation Switch

Illustration 21 g03867875
Schematic of the Automatic Articulation Switch connection to the Implement ECM
The Auto Neutral Articulation Switch supplies two, switch to ground, inputs to the Implement ECM 2.
When activated, if articulation is allowed, the Implement ECM 2 will activate the correct solenoids to
return the machine articulation to center. The switch is on the left joystick handle.

The automatic neutral articulation switch is connected to the ground that is supplied by the 5 V
sensor return of the Transmission/Chassis ECM and the Implement ECM 2. The switch must lose
both grounds to disrupt the switch operation. The illustration above indicates the power and ground
connections for the switch.

During machine operation, when the rocker switch is in the center position, the Auto Neutral
Articulation feature will not be enabled.

During machine operation, when the upper half of the rocker switch is depressed, the angle of
machine articulation will follow the position of the front wheels as commanded by the steering
joystick in gears 1F to 4F.

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During machine operation, when the lower half of the rocker switch is depressed, the angle of
machine articulation will follow the position of the front wheels in gears 1F to 4F and in gears 1R to
3R.

An articulation “return to center” command or a manual articulation command through the left-hand
joystick controls, will always suspend the auto articulation function. The function will become active
again if the rocker switch is not in the OFF position, the machine is in an accepted gear, and the
steering angle realigns with the articulation angle.

Refer to the electrical schematic for your machine for more information on this switch circuit.

Implement Lockout Switch

Illustration 22 g01314202

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Implement Lockout Switch
The implement lockout switch informs the ECM that the operator wants to disable the hydraulics for
the implements or that the operator wants to enable the hydraulics for the implements. The switch is
a two-pole, double-throw rocker switch. The switch is on the right-hand console in the cab.

One pole of the switch is used to provide to switch to +battery inputs to the ECM to indicate the
status of the switch. During normal operation, one of the inputs is open. The other input is closed to
the +battery.

When the Implement ECM detects +battery voltage at the "LOCK" contact, the ECM deactivates the
implement lockout solenoid which will block the pilot hydraulics for the implement controls.

Secondary Steer Test Switch

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Illustration 24 g01333781
Secondary Steering Test Switch

Illustration 25 g01314338
Secondary Steer Test Switch connections
The secondary steering test switch enables the operator to test the operation of the secondary
steering system manually. The switch is a two-pole, double-throw rocker switch. One pole of the
switch is used for the circuit of the secondary steering test signal. The other pole is not used.

The input circuit of the switch is connected to a switch-to-ground input contact at the Implement
ECM. The ECM pull-up voltage holds the circuit high. When the switch is actuated, the circuit is
grounded through the switch. When the Implement ECM detects the grounded circuit, the ECM will

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send a secondary steering test request to the Transmission/Chassis ECM. If the secondary steering
system does not respond as requested, an event code will be activated.

The test switch of the secondary steering circuit is not monitored for diagnostics by the Implement
ECM.

Blade Constant Down Force Enable Switch

Note: The blade down force system is not available on the 14M Motor Grader.

Illustration 26 g01333780
Blade Constant Down force enable switch

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Blade Constant Down force enable switch input connections

The blade constant down force enable switch is used to signal to the Implement ECM that the
operator has requested that the blade down force system to be activated.

The switch provides a switch-to-ground type of input to the ECM. One pole of the switch is used to
provide the two inputs to the ECM. The other pole of the switch is not used. During normal
operation, one of the switch inputs is open to ground. The other input is closed to the return circuit
of the ECM (ECM ground).

The Implement ECM expects one of the circuits of the switch input to be grounded always. If both of
the switch circuits are grounded at same time or if both of the switch circuits are open at the same
time, the ECM will activate a diagnostic code for the switch circuits.

When the Implement ECM detects that the ON input circuit is grounded, the ECM will enable the
blade down force system if certain machine conditions are correct.

For more information on the operation of the blade down force system, refer to the Systems
Operation, "Features" section of this manual.

"Pilot Oil Supply Filter Bypass" Switch

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The "Pilot Oil Supply Filter Bypass" Switch is on the left side of the machine behind the transmission.

Illustration 29 g01314535
"Pilot Oil Supply Filter Bypass" switch connections
The "pilot oil supply filter bypass" switch is used to indicate to the Implement ECM that the filter is
plugged.

The switch input circuit is connected to a switch-to-ground input contact at the Implement ECM. The
ECM pull-up voltage holds the circuit high. When the oil pressure increases due to a plugged filter,
the switch is actuated. When activated, the circuit is grounded through the switch. When the

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Implement ECM detects the grounded circuit, the ECM will activate an event code message for a
plugged filter.

The "pilot oil supply filter bypass" switch circuit is not monitored for diagnostics by the Implement
ECM.

Stable Blade Inertial Measurement Unit Sensor (If Equipped)

Illustration 30 g06006948
Stable Blade Inertial Measurement Unit Sensor connections

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Illustration 31 g03884899
The Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) Sensor is used with the Stable Blade feature. The sensor will
send signals that indicate machine movement on the X, Y, and Z axis. These movements
correspond to the machine rocking side to side, up and down and acceleration. Stable Blade will
only use the up and down movement from the IMU sensor. The signals are sent on the J1939 CAN
Data Link to the Transmission/Chassis ECM. The ECM will command the Engine ECM to reduce
the engine speed based on the amount of machine movement. The decreased engine speed will
reduce machine bounce and provide improved grading performance. The Stable Blade feature will
only be active when enabled and the throttle lock is in the AUTO position. Stable Blade is only
active in first gear forward through fifth gear forward. The feature provides the most benefit in higher
working gears when the higher machine speed results in increased machine bounce.

The Stable Blade feature will be active when the feature is ENABLED and the Throttle Lock is
in Auto.

When the Stable Blade feature is active, a pop-up message for “Stable Blade ON” will display
for 3 seconds.

When the Stable Blade feature is active, the “Ride Control” icon, on the display, will be ON.

The forward gears where the feature can be active are 1F to 5F.

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If a higher gear is selected, a pop-up message for “Stable Blade OFF will display for 3
seconds.”. The feature will reactivate when back in the acceptable gear range.

The Stable Blade feature is active can be ENABLED or DISABLED using the Message Display.
From “Settings”, select “Stable Blade”. From “Stable Blade Setting”, use the UP or DOWN keys
to toggle.

The Stable Blade Sensitivity setting can be changed using the Message Display. From
“Settings”, select “Stable Blade”. From “Stable Blade Setting” go to “Stable Blade Sensitivity”.
Use the SIDE to SIDE keys to increase or decrease the sensitivity setting.

The Stable Blade Sensitivity setting can also be accessed in the Cross Slope menu as the last
menu option.

Accugrade Control Switches

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Illustration 32 g03856877
M Series Advanced Control Joystick schematic
Advanced Control Joystick (ACJ) can be used with Grade Control or Auxiliary Hydraulics. ACJ's are
standard on machines with Grade Control and optional with Auxiliary Hydraulics.

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Illustration 33 g01314706
Right-Hand Switch Module

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Illustration 34 g01314708
Left-Hand Switch Module

The right hand and the left-hand switch modules are installed on the machine when the Accugrade
control system is installed on the machine. The switch modules are located outside of the left
joystick and the right joystick.

The switches on the left and the right switch modules enable the manual adjustment of the
increment, decrement, and auto/manual mode selection under Accugrade control.

The left hand and the right hand offset switches provide three inputs to the Implement ECM. The left
auto/manual and right auto/manual switches and the sideshift auto/manual switch provide two
inputs to the Implement ECM.

Each of the switch input circuits for all the switches are switch-to-ground type inputs to the ECM.
The Implement ECM provides a return circuit (ECM ground) on one side of the switch contacts.
When the switch contacts are open, the pull-up voltage of the ECM holds the circuit high. When the
switch is actuated and the contacts close, the circuit is grounded through the switch contacts. The
Implement ECM detects the grounded circuit and the Implement ECM activates the appropriate
output to one of the solenoids of the blade control.

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