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c5000 code p-22

I have a cat c5000 at9005533 that has a code p-22 on occasion. It says that it is a shift lever signal error. I think it may be a seat switch intermittently turning off and sending the code but can't prove it. Anyone have any info on this problem?

Thanks
  • Posted 18 Apr 2013 07:20
  • By rogeriwt
  • joined 10 Apr'07 - 323 messages
  • Massachusetts, United States
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I call this "Turtle Hand Enigma" or THE. Usually operators will drive up and ask while holding the lever and say "hey whats this mean?" Waaaay more often this is set by operator than actual problem. Operators will in the beginning complain of unit dropping out of drive and they might see a brief flash of the P22. When this occurs is when i start checking into things further. An application of silicone type grease to connector female before connection to switch helps to reduce this if unit is in a very bumpy enviroment. This being a P code and is related to VCM, the P22 will go away when cause is rectified. If accessible use software and laptop and target the VCM and check F-N-R switch imputs. Probably loose or dirty connection or directional switch. Clean connector and if problem still remains, install an new F-N-R switch.
  • Posted 20 Apr 2013 08:13
  • By RCAV8TOR
  • joined 12 Nov'11 - 366 messages
  • Alabama, United States
What i used to do all day now takes me all day to do.
actually mcfa has a service bulletin out on this code
it states what kevin said about the fast shifting but it also states that if the shifter gets stuck between neutral and either fwd or rev and it detects an open circuit for more than 2 seconds it will trigger this code. There is also a note about the code being generated if the PDS (Presence Detection System) is activated with the seat switch open.

There are a few other detail about checking the circuits related to the direction control system and also it mentions using diagnozer to clear the code out of the history records in the VCM.
  • Posted 18 Apr 2013 15:46
  • By swoop223
  • joined 23 Mar'12 - 3,692 messages
  • North Carolina, United States
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I will check out the switch next time I go there. Thanks for your input.
  • Posted 18 Apr 2013 10:12
  • By rogeriwt
  • joined 10 Apr'07 - 323 messages
  • Massachusetts, United States
Yes this code is for the shift lever outputs it is detecting both fwd and reverse sometimes if you shift to fast this code will set....can also be a sticking switch in the assembly,usually shifting to neutral first then to desired gear will not have any issues
if it is a mechanical issue with bad switches then the combination switch assembly will need replaced( involves pulling the steering wheel and removing the plastic shrouding around the dash display/steering column) is just 4 screws that hold the assembly in place
  • Posted 18 Apr 2013 09:11
  • By kevin_t
  • joined 2 Dec'10 - 1,301 messages
  • Pennsylvania, United States

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