
74 RENR5622
Troubleshooting Section
Table 26
Diagnostic Codes Table
Description
Conditions wh
ich Generate this Code
System Respon
se
MID 0036 - CID 0296 - FMI 09 Unable to
communicate with Transmission ECM
The engine’s Electronic Control Module
(ECM) detects a failure in the Cat
Data Link. The ECM detects a loss of
communication with the transmission
ECM.
MID 0036 - CID 0800 - FMI 09 Unable
to communicate with VIMS
The ECM detects a failure in the Cat
Data Link. The VIMS main module has
failed.
The code is logged.
The Cat Data Link is used for communication
between electronic modules. The Cat Data Link is
u
sed to communicate information from the Electronic
Control Module (ECM) to other electronic systems.
The Cat Data Link is used for programming and
troubleshooting the ECM.
The ECM communicates with Caterpillar Electronic
Technician (ET) in order to share status information
anddiagnosticinformation.CatETcanalsobeused
to configure the ECM parameters. This information
will not be available if communication fails between
theECMandCatET.
The ECM communicates with other controls in order
to communicate the engine’s operating status. The
ECM communicates with the power train in order
to perform machine functions. The following control
modules may be used in your application: Engine
ECM, VIMS Module, RAC Module, and Transmission
Control.