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Code 16

I am having trouble with a forklift I have. I am experiencing a fault code 16.
When I switch the forward / reverse switch into either position it will move approximately 3-5 ft. then throw the code. Also while traveling 3 -5 ft it moves very slow. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
  • Posted 3 May 2015 21:30
  • By camero101
  • joined 19 Apr'15 - 3 messages
  • Texas, United States
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only place your going to get it and get the right one is from cat
call them , they may sell you one
have the full model and serial number handy as they will want to know what that is so you will get the correct one
  • Posted 4 May 2015 14:25
  • By swoop223
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  • North Carolina, United States
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Thanks for the Information do you know where I can find this manual? I have looked on the caterpillar website and it does not seem like it offers a free download. Is there somewhere else I can go and get this manual that you are aware of.
  • Posted 4 May 2015 08:39
  • By camero101
  • joined 19 Apr'15 - 3 messages
  • Texas, United States
code 16
Traction motor, stall timer

Situation
Display:"16". All truck operations inhibited. Line contactor OPEN and steering contactor HOLD.

Possible cause
Stall current flowed more than set time (#20) in traction motor, faulty traction inverter current sensor, shorted harness
wiring, faulty traction inverter DSP card, faulty logic unit.

How the error code is triggered
Stall timer set time (set by Setup Option #20) is measured while stalling.

I would check the parking brake and make sure it is not applied.
check for any other problems that may be causing a stalling effect like wheel adjustments being too tight etc.

Once you rule this out then start troujbleshooting the control circuits.

you will need the troubleshooting manual to troubleshoot this code, there are many steps in voltage checks to take to do this effectively.
  • Posted 4 May 2015 01:34
  • By swoop223
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  • North Carolina, United States
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