John Deere Fault Code

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F402

Machine won't move; One track dead; Swing function fails.

System

RCU

Symptom

Machine won't move; One track dead; Swing function fails.

Diagnosis & fix steps

Solenoid Valve (General) Fault. LOGIC: The RCU sees an open circuit or short in one of the hydraulic control solenoids. ACTION: 1. Check the solenoid bank (behind the cab or by the pump). 2. Ohm-test the coil (usually 10-30 ohms). FIX: Replace the faulty Solenoid Coil or repair the harness.

Red Seal field insights

Deere uses many identical solenoids. In a pinch, you can swap a "working" solenoid (like the Travel Speed) with a "failed" one (like the Arm-In) to see if the fault follows the coil.

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