Fendt error codes are your tractor’s way of telling you where the problem occurs, saving you plenty of time and money. Retrieving the Fendt error codes is straightforward by pushing the button on the dashboard. Do you really know how to interpret the fault code before replacing a component? In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to retrieve the error codes and the meanings of the common Fendt error codes.
What Are Fendt Fault Codes?
Fendt error codes or fault codes are your machine’s way of telling you the exact location of the problems with your tractor. Your Fendt tractors are highly advanced machines equipped with complex electronic systems that control the engine, transmission, hydraulics and safety functions. Understanding the Fendt error codes can help you find the root cause of the issues without any guesswork.
Common Fendt Error Codes: What Do They Mean?
Fendt Proprietary Codes
A. Calibration & Setup Codes
| Codes | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 1001 | Occurs if preliminary conditions for calibration are not satisfied, incorrect calibration values are entered, or multifunction armrest has faulty hardware | N/A |
| 1003 | Used for calibrating linear module 1 (left) | N/A |
| 1004 | Used for calibrating linear module 2 | N/A |
| 1005 | Used for calibrating linear module 3 | N/A |
| 1006 | Used for calibrating linear module 4 (right) | N/A |
| 4010 | Used for calibrating cruise control 2 | N/A |
| 7666 | Related to faults in clutch calibration | N/A |
| 8001 | Used for calibrating the rear power lift | N/A |
| 9002 | Used for calibrating the front power lift | N/A |
| 0A.1.B8 | Shows that linear module 2 is not calibrated, leading to a non-functional valve position. | Calibration 1004 is recommended |
B. Power Lift & Hydraulic System Faults
| Codes | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 2401 | Associated with faults in linear module 1 of the front power lift | N/A |
| 2403 | Associated with faults in linear module 2 of the front power lift | N/A |
| 8020 | Related to faults in the rear PTO | N/A |
| 8021 | Related to faults in the front PTO | N/A |
| 8022 | Related to faults in the rear power lift position | N/A |
| 8023 | Related to faults in the front power lift position | N/A |
| 9001 | Related to faults in the front power lift | N/A |
| 08.1.32 | Indicates a faulty left-hand draft sensing pin or an 8.5 V supply fault, limiting operation to position control only. | Checking the fuse is recommended |
| 09.1.03 | Indicates that the front power lift lowers automatically due to a faulty front power lift position sensor | N/A |
| 09.1.E0 | Indicates that the front power lift valve (Y181) does not report to the V bus, causing the valve to move to neutral and lock | N/A |
| 0A.1.10 | This code signifies that a position 1 valve (Y176 or Y103) is not reporting on the CAN bus | Check the power supply and CAN bus wiring |
| 0A.1.37 | Indicates a position pickup sensor fault for a position 3 valve | N/A |
| 0B.1.12 | An electrical fault with the terminal in the basic control unit (ECU EXT), causing the valve to move to neutral and lock | N/A |
C. Transmission & Drive Control Faults
| Codes | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 4001 | Related to faults in joystick travel speed range 1 | N/A |
| 4002 | Related to faults in joystick travel speed range 2 | N/A |
| 4003 | Related to faults in joystick travel speed range 3 | N/A |
| 4005 | Related to faults in joystick acceleration 1 | N/A |
| 4007 | Related to faults in joystick acceleration 3 | N/A |
| 4009 | Related to faults in cruise control 1 | N/A |
| 00.1.A8 | Compressed air supply sensor circuit 1 faulty, which may result in 4WD being permanently activated | N/A |
| 04.1.77 | Indicates that the joystick acceleration rate I to IV is faulty, and only rate III is available in emergency mode | N/A |
| 04.1.82 | A plausibility error where speeds do not logically match (e.g., from collecting shaft, bevel pinion, or travel range detection sensors). This fault is output at speeds of 5 km/h or higher, allowing continuation in emergency mode but limiting engine power to 70% | N/A |
| 05.1.60 | Indicates a faulty sensor in the compressed air supply (circuit 2 or 1), which causes the 4WD to switch on until the next cold start | N/A |
D. Electronics & Communication Faults
| Codes | Descriptions | Recommended Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 06.1.B6 | Communication error with the speed preselection 540 button on the multifunction armrest (MFA) | N/A |
| 18.1.01 | Indicates a faulty “Track guidance partial activation” button on the multifunction armrest (MFA) | N/A |
| 1F.1.B0 | Indicates a communication fault in the EXT control unit | Clear the fault memory and carry out EOL programming |
E. Other System Faults
| Other System Faults | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 00.1.A0 | Fuel level sensor faulty, triggering a fuel supply warning | Fill up with fuel |
| 0E.1.81 | VarioGuide cannot be activated because the road speed is above 25 km/h | Requires a reduction in speed |
| 0F.1.17 | Indicates that the left brake light or left LED brake light has no function, and the left tail lamp is switched for daytime driving | Check the lamp |
| 10.1.3D | Indicates that the heater valve stepper motor is not working | N/A |
Common SPN/FMI Codes for Fendt
A. Exhaust After-treatment System – SCR, DPF, EGR
| SPN/FMI Codes | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 01.0.D2 | Indicates a warning message that the AdBlue® fill level is too low | Refill fuel |
| 01.1.17 / 01.1.18 | Occurs when load limit 1 is exceeded or time interval 1 has expired, leading to a power reduction level 1 | Stationary regeneration |
| 01.1.19 | Occurs when load limit 2 is exceeded or time interval 2 has expired, leading to a power reduction level 2. | Stationary regeneration |
| 01.1.1A | Indicates that load limit 3 has been exceeded or a filter change is needed, and stationary regeneration is only possible using a service tool | Contact a workshop |
| 1D.1.26 | Indicates that it’s not possible to empty the AdBlue® system | Read the engine-specific error code using engine diagnostics |
| 1D.1.AB | Emissions not met, or emissions efficiency test shows values above the upper physical limit. | Read the engine-specific error code, check AdBlue® quality, and check/clean the SCR metering flange and flushing holes for crystallization |
| SPN 1015 FMI 520521 5 (1D.1.3B) | EGR actuator: Signal is less than the lower limit value (applies to A133 – Air intake throttle ECU (Deutz 4.1; 6.1; 7.8) and A134 – Exhaust gas recirculation ECU (EGR valve: Deutz 2.9; 3.6)) | N/A |
| SPN 1029 / 1030 FMI 4766 0 (1D.1.3D) | Exhaust gas temperature sensor, upstream of diesel particulate filter | N/A |
| SPN 1075 FMI 3361 6 (1D.1.11) | The current at the end of an AdBlue® metering valve (Y120) injection is too high | N/A |
| SPN 1122 FMI 4334 0 (1D.1.12) | The AdBlue® pressure signal from the AdBlue® module (A084) exceeds the upper limit value | N/A |
| SPN 1380 FMI 3253 2 (1D.1.34) | Signal implausible (applies to B192 – Diesel particulate filter differential pressure sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 1403 FMI 4769 2 (1D.1.15) | Signal implausible (applies to B105 – Exhaust gas temperature sensor, upstream of SCR catalytic converter) | N/A |
SPN 1538 FMI 524079 9 (1D.1.14) |
The lambda value from the nitrogen oxide sensor downstream of the SCR catalytic converter (A083) is less than the lower limit value | N/A |
| SPN 1655 FMI 1761 14 (1D.1.32) | The fill level signal from the AdBlue® temperature/fill level sensor (B102) is below the lower limit value, indicating a warning threshold has been reached | N/A |
| SPN 1699 FMI 524134 0 (1D.1.AC) | Ash load of the diesel particulate filter exceeds the limit value (applies to A099 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17) and A127 – Engine control ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 1700 FMI 0 (1D.1.AC) | Ash load of the diesel particulate filter exceeds the warning threshold (applies to A099 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17) and A127 – Engine control ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 412 FMI 3 / 4 (1D.1.79) | Diesel particulate filter: Signal exceeds the upper limit value (applies to B217 – EGR temperature sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 814 FMI 3253 3 (1D.1.34) | The sensor voltage for the diesel particulate filter differential pressure sensor exceeds the upper limit value | N/A |
| SPN 6207 FMI 1D.1.BC | End stage relay urea dosing pump (applies to A155 – AdBlue® supply module) | N/A |
| SPN 8120 FMI 1D.1.15 | Exhaust gas temperature before SCR (applies to A153 – Exhaust gas temperature sensor, upstream/downstream of SCR catalytic converter) | N/A |
B. Core Engine Components & Sensors
| SPN/FMI Codes | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 1D.1.71 | The rail pressure relief valve has been triggered too often or for too long | Read the engine-specific error code using engine diagnostics |
| SPN 88 / 89 FMI 102 2 (1D.1.03) | Boost pressure signal exceeds the upper limit value, indicating a warning threshold has been reached | N/A |
| SPN 93 FMI 110 1 (1D.1.A5) | The coolant temperature sensor signal is less than the lower limit value | N/A |
| SPN 96 FMI 110 3 (1D.1.05) | The sensor voltage for the coolant temperature sensor exceeds the upper limit value | N/A |
| SPN 1157 FMI 97 12 (1D.2.1A) | Detects the presence of water in the fuel via the water in fuel sensor (B091) | N/A |
| SPN 1381 FMI 164 2 (1D.1.1B) | Rail pressure safety function not executed correctly (applies to B086 – Rail pressure sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 1398 FMI 1136 0 (1D.1.1B/54) | ECU temperature: Maximum value exceeded (applies to A099 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17) and A127 – Engine control ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 1698 FMI 524133 2 (1D.1.4D) | Restore button is blocked (applies to A099 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17) and A127 – Engine control ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 1789-1799 (1D.1.30) | Turbocharger wastegate: CAN fault (applies to A136 – Wastegate ECU) | N/A |
SPN 3091 FMI 1D.1.05 |
Monitoring of voltage limits, AD blocking, open pipe and loose connection for the coolant temperature sensor (B204). Consequences include a replacement output value (D08: 100.4 °C, D28: 100.4 °C) and 10% torque reduction | N/A |
| SPN 3099 FMI 1D.0.62 | Monitoring of voltage limits for the rail pressure sensor (B086). Consequences include a replacement output value of 800 bar, and the PRV (Pressure Regulating Valve) opens, allowing the motor to continue running at 800 bar rail pressure | N/A |
| SPN 3747 / 3748 FMI 1D.1.08 | Monitoring of output stage for temperature (1) and short circuit (6, 5) for the dispensing unit (Y198) | N/A |
| SPN 3751 FMI 1D.1.1C | Monitoring of low-side output stage for short circuit to supply (1), short circuit to earth (2) for the 24V starter (M011) | N/A |
| SPN 3776 / 3777 / 3778 FMI 1D.0.62 | Too low rail pressure cannot be corrected (applies to B086 – Rail pressure sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 6183 FMI 1D.1.23 | Fuel interruption caused by the immobilizer | N/A |
| SPN 6204 / 6205 FMI 1D.1.85 | VTG actuator status (applies to M070 – Exhaust gas turbocharger actuator motor) | N/A |
| SPN 6208 FMI 1D.1.51 | Air flow sensor error (applies to B226 – Air mass sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 8107 FMI 1D.2.1A | Water in fuel (applies to B091 – Water in fuel sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 8109 / 8110 FMI 1D.1.17 | Injectors / Injector bank 0 (applies to A169 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 8111 FMI 1D.1.1B | Monitoring of motor overheating protection (applies to A169 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
SPN 8216 / 8217 / 8218 FMI 1D.1.75 |
Rail pressure regulator (limp home mode): Pressure monitoring (applies to A169 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17) and Y198 – Dispensing unit) | N/A |
| SPN 825 FMI 523009 9 (1D.1.1D) | The rail pressure relief valve has reached its maximum number of opening operations | N/A |
| SPN 833 FMI 523009 10 (1D.1.1D) | Rail pressure relief valve has reached maximum permitted opening time (applies to B086 – Rail pressure sensor) | N/A |
| SPN 847 / 848 FMI 1176 0/1 (1D.1.37) | The signal exceeds the upper limit value (applies to B191 – Exhaust gas back pressure sensor, upstream of turbocharger) | N/A |
| SPN 856 FMI 523613 0 (1D.1.08) | Indicates a positive controller deviation in the rail pressure sensor | N/A |
C. ECU & CAN Bus Communication Faults
| SPN/FMI Codes | Descriptions | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| SPN 169 FMI 523936 12 (1D.2.0B) | CAN bus system timeout of CAN send message EEC3VOL2 (engine send messages) | N/A |
| SPN 171 FMI 523212 9 (1D.2.0B) | M BUS timeout of CAN receipt message ComEngPrt (engine protection) | N/A |
| SPN 172 FMI 523741 14 (1D.1.1B) | CAN requires engine switch-off | N/A |
| SPN 198 FMI 523216 9 (1D.2.0B) | M-BUS timeout of CAN receipt message PrHtEnCmd (preheating request, engine request) | N/A |
| SPN 291 FMI 523776 9 (1D.2.0B) | CAN bus system timeout of CAN receipt message Active TSC1TE | N/A |
| SPN 1683 FMI 524121 9 (1D.2.0B) | Timeout of CAN receipt message ComRxTrbChActr (electronic wastegate actuator) (applies to A136 – Wastegate ECU) | N/A |
| SPN 6041 – 6047 FMI 1D.2.0B | CAN message TSC1PE (applies to A169 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 6209 FMI 1D.2.0B | Timeout error TFI4CMD (applies to A169 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
| SPN 8064 FMI 1D.2.0B | Unknown SPN from dosing system (applies to A169 – Engine control unit ECU (EDC 17)) | N/A |
How to Retrieve Fendt Error Codes?
Retrieving the Fendt error codes is straightforward. Let’s jump into the key buttons on the panel first.
Understanding the Buttons on the Panel
Four Buttons under the Steering Wheel
- The first two blue buttons are used for weighing functions when you have a Fendt factory loader and you have the wavefunction added to it;
- The next orange button is a test for your air trailer brakes. You can get your trailer hooked up by pressing the button and holding it and have someone outside tell you whether the trailer is released or not;
- The last orange button is for your hydraulic trailer brake port. You can connect your hydraulic trailer brakes to it, push the button and it should release the brakes on your trailer so as to make sure that’s coming off as you drive away.
Little Keypad on the Side
The little keypad on the side has up and down arrows, an Enter key and an Escape key. What these buttons are going to do for you is that, at some point in time, your tractor is throwing a code and you’re going to get a picture on the dashboard and probably a number pops up underneath it.
- You can hit the Escape button to get out of the active error code and it will return you to the home screen
- Then, you may be asked what code your tractor is throwing to you
- You need to press the Enter key and it’s going to bring up the little screen that has the flashing triangle
- Next, you gonna press the Enter key again and it’s going to bring up the error code
- After that, your error codes are listed one after the other, so it’ll say one of three, two of three, three of three and you’ll be able to scroll through those with the up and down arrows
- When you finish it and the machine is repaired, you may be asked to clear those codes
To find those error codes, you need to use the Enter key: get the flashing triangle, press Enter again, and it will bring up the code. Then, you can look in your Fendt tractor maintenance manual, where there are many codes and symbols. You can then see if it’s something you can do something or if you need to turn to a pro to get your problem resolved.
Conclusion
Fendt error codes are not simple warning messages. They are precise signals from your tractor telling you the specific technical issues. For example, the digits 01.1.00 indicate that the error is in the area of the EDC engine control. You can follow the steps mentioned above or consult your maintenance manual to retrieve the error codes and fix them yourself. You need to identify the real cause of the problem and replace malfunctioning components when necessary. At FridayParts, you can explore a vast selection of quality Fendt replacement parts to keep your tractor running at its optimal performance.
