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287b implement hydraulics not working

mcratchet ยท 2015-04-14 11:36

i have a 2004 cat 287b ser# btzsa01120 i was using the trencher attachment and it just stop working. i checked the fuses everthing was good, i dont hear the pump trying to engage. does anyone have a check procedure to diagnose the pump any help would be greatly appreciated i did hook the trencher up to another machine and it is working fine

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  1. #1Mobiltech2015-04-14 23:35

    Do the loader arms and bucket tilt work? If it's just the attachment it will probably be in the electrical side of things.

  2. #2mcratchet2015-04-15 08:54

    yes everything is working fine, other than the aux. hydraulics i was worried damage might a cure while running it still. ill just by checking that thumb switch Thanks!!