Good morning all. I’m brand new to this group so I apologize for my lack of knowledge ahead of time I’ve got a Cat 415 backhoe with 500 hrs on it that will now only start by jumping the starter. I’ve called the dealership several times but wasn’t able to get any help. I changed out all of the relays that go to the starter and still nothing. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
G'day and welcome. Let's see if we can get this moved to the BHL section for better visibility. Also if you can post a Serial Number (last 8 characters of the 17-character PIN) it will assist in finding technical information.
Will do thanks. What is the BHL?
Backhoe Loader. Don't worry. I've already put in a request for it to be moved.
Thank you for that. I just attacha picture of the serial and PIN number
If we can get a wiring diagram then we can help you diagnose the problem vs. using the parts cannon. Do you have a volt meter? If not, go buy one.
This is a relatively new model and has me somewhat confused. There are options for an electronic engine or non-electronic and the electrical schematics are different depending on what type of engine is installed. To the OP. Can you take a look at your engine. On the (I think) LH side is there an electronic control box about 9” square and 3” thick with a thick wiring harness going into it.?
This is what I'm referring to, and it is on the LH side if you have an electronically-controlled engine.
Well it turns out it was the key switch