16 RENR5042-02 Troubleshooting Section Unlock parameters. Table 7 Factory passwords are required in order to unlock certain system configuration parameters. Refer to Troubleshooting, “System Configuration Parameters” for additional information. Since factory passwords contain alphabetic characters, the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) must be used to perform these functions. In order to obtain factory passwords, proceed as if you already have the password. If factory passwords are needed, Cat ET will request the factory passwords and Cat ET will display the information that is required to obtain the passwords.
For the worksheet that is used for acquiring factory passwords, refer to Troubleshooting, “Factory Passwords Worksheet”. i02170328 Factory Passwords Worksheet SMCS Code: 0785 Note: A mistake in recording these parameters will result in incorrect passwords. (1) This parameter is required when the engine is being rerated. This parameter is displayed only when the engine is being rerated. i02253997 Flash Programming SMCS Code: 1901-591 Flash Programming This is a method of programming or updating the flash file in an Electronic Control Module (ECM). The Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) can be utilized to flash a new flash file into the ECM.
The flash is accomplished by transferring the data from a PC to the ECM. Factory Passwords Worksheet Dealer Code Customer’s Name Address Telephone Number Information From the Engine Information Plate Engine Serial Number Full Load Setting Full Torque Setting Information From the Vehicle Odometer Engine’s Miles (km) Information From the “Factory Password Entry Screen” on the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET) Electronic Service Tool Serial Number Engine Serial Number ECM Serial Number Total Tattletale Reason Code From Interlock(1) To Interlock(1) Factory Passwords Factory Password (No. 1) Factory Password (No. 2)