BIF Contro Unit – The BIF control unit controls the display, indicators and instruments.The basic informator (BIF) records data via the vehicle CAN BUS, processes this data and converts it into meaningful information that can be displayed by the instruments and indicator lights.
John Deere BIF fault codes / John Deere BIF diagnostic trouble codes
NOTE:This page only indicates the meaning of the fault codes. For complete troubleshooting information, see the technical manuals.
BIF 000168.16 ( BIF 168.16 )— Control Unit, Supply Voltage Too High
The diagnostic trouble code is generated when the control unit registers a supply voltage above 16 volts.
BIF 000168.18 ( BIF 168.18 )— Control Unit, Supply Voltage Too Low
The diagnostic trouble code is generated when the control unit registers a supply voltage of less than 9 volts.
BIF 000639.14 ( BIF 639.14 )— Vehicle CAN BUS, Very High Error Rate
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the control unit receives too many incorrect CAN BUS messages or if it detects a general problem in the connection to the vehicle CAN BUS.
BIF 002000.09 ( BIF 2000.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Sensor for Coolant Temperature from ECU
This diagnostic trouble code is generated when a data transfer problem occurs between the ECU and BIF. Reception of the CAN message from the coolant temperature sensor, which is transmitted by the ECU, is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002003.09 ( BIF 2003.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, AutoQuad Information from EPC
This diagnostic trouble code is generated when a data transfer problem occurs between the EPC and BIF. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the EPC is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002005.09 ( BIF 2005.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Information from UIC
This diagnostic trouble code is generated when a data transfer problem occurs between the UIC and BIF. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the UIC is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002033.09 ( BIF 2033.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Information from BCU
This diagnostic trouble code is generated when a data transfer problem occurs between the BCU and BIF. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BCU is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002034.09 ( BIF 2034.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Information from SIC (EICV/ ESCV Stepper Motors)
This diagnostic trouble code is generated when a data transfer problem occurs between SIC and BIF. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the SIC control unit is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002040.09 ( BIF 2040.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Lighting Information from DTI
This diagnostic trouble code is generated when a data transfer problem occurs between the DTI and BIF. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the DTI is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002150.09 ( BIF 2150.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Information from Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all CAN messages transmitted by the power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002156.09 ( BIF 2156.09 )— Incorrect CAN BUS Message, Information from Power Module (HF) PC6
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module (HF) PC6 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by power module (HF) PC6 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002348.00 ( BIF 2348.00 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam), Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if power module PC0 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the A3 and D1 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may trigger additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output A3: E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Diagnostic Trouble Code BIF 523909.00
• Output D1: E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam), Diagnostic Trouble Code BIF 002348.00.
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 002348.01 ( BIF 2348.01 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam), Power Supply Fault at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when fullbeam headlights on cab frame are switched on, power module PC0 measures less than 3 volts at the supply voltage for the output of the headlights (lead 1029, fuse F05/10).
BIF 002348.04 ( BIF 2348.04 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam) On, Current Too High at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when fullbeam headlights on cab frame are switched on, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 30 amps at the output for headlights on cab frame (lead 1029). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 002348.05 ( BIF 2348.05 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam) On, No Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when fullbeam headlights on cab frame are switched on, power module PC0 measures a current of less than 350 mA at the output for fullbeam headlights on cab frame (lead 2023). This indicates that the circuit is open.
BIF 002348.09 ( BIF 2348.09 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam), Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF (Power Module PC0)
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 002348.12 ( BIF 2348.12 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam) Off, Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, with fullbeam headlights on cab frame switched off, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 1 amp at the output for headlights (E07/E08) on cab frame (lead 1029). This indicates a short in the circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 002348.19 ( BIF 2348.19 )— E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam), Incorrect CAN BUS Message
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the output for switching the fullbeam headlights on cab frame is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 002863.02 ( BIF 2863.02 )— S128 Switch for Windshield and Rear Window Wipers, Fault at Windshield
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the control unit receives several implausible input signals from wiper switch (S128) at the same time. This indicates a defective wiper switch or a fault in the circuit.
BIF 002865.02 ( BIF 2865.02 )— S128 Switch for Windshield and Rear Window Wipers, Fault at Rear Window
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the control unit receives several implausible input signals from wiper switch (S128) at the same time. This indicates a defective wiper switch or a fault in the circuit.
BIF 002873.31 ( BIF 2873.31 )— INFORMATION FOR OPERATOR: Switch Off Worklights while Driving on Road
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the worklights are switched on and the tractor is moving at a speed in excess of 23 km/h (14.3 mph). This diagnostic trouble code is not stored in the control unit’s error memory. It is intended only as information for the operator.
BIF 002876.02 ( BIF 2876.02 )— S127 TurnSignal Lever, Fault
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the control unit receives the two input signals of the turn signal switch (turn signal LEFT and RIGHT) simultaneously. This indicates a defective turnsignal lever or a fault in the circuit.
BIF 522426.00 — K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for Rear Window Wiper, Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module (HF) PC6
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if power module (HF) PC6 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the A3 and D3 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may generate additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output A3: R17 Resistor for heated rear window, diagnostic trouble code ATC 522343.00, ETC 522343.00 or HTC 522343.00.
• Output D3: K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for rear window wiper, diagnostic trouble code BIF 522426.00.
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 522426.01 — K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for Rear Window Wiper, Power Supply Fault at Power Module (HF) PC6
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when the rear window wiper is switched on, power module (HF) PC6 measures less than 3 volts at the relay that supplies power to the rear window wiper output (lead 2026).
BIF 522426.04 — K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for Rear Window Wiper On, Current Too High at Power Module (HF) PC6
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when rear window wiper relay is switched on, power module (HF) PC6 measures in excess of 1 amp at the rear window wiper relay output (lead 2026). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 522426.09 — K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for Rear Window Wiper, Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF (Power Module (HF) PC6)
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module (HF) PC6 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module (HF) PC6 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 522426.12 — K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for Rear Window Wiper Off, Current Present at Power Module (HF) PC6
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when rear window wiper is switched off, power module (HF) PC6 measures in excess of 1 amp at the output for rear window wiper relay (lead 2026). This indicates a shorted circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 522426.19 — K06/05 or K02/05 Relay for Rear Window Wiper, Incorrect CAN BUS Message (Power Module (HF) PC6)
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if the output for switching the rear window wiper relay is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 522427.00 — K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for Windshield Wiper, Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if power module PC0 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the A1, B1 and C1 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may generate additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output A1: M03 Windshield wiper (switch set to fast wipe), diagnostic trouble code BIF 522435.00.
• Output B1: K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for windshield wiper, diagnostic trouble code BIF 522427.00.
• Output C1: M03 Windshield wiper (switch set to slow wipe), diagnostic trouble code BIF 522434.00.
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 522427.01 — K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for Windshield Wiper, Power Supply Fault at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when the windshield wiper is switched on, power module PC0 measures less than 3 volts at the relay that supplies power to the windshield wiper output (lead 0772).
BIF 522427.04 — K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for Windshield Wiper On, Current Too High at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when windshield wiper relay is switched on, power module PC0 measures in excess of 1 amp at the windshield wiper relay output (lead 2046). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 522427.09 — K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for Windshield Wiper, Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 522427.12 — K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for Windshield Wiper Off, Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when windshield wiper is switched off, power module PC0 measures in excess of 1 amp at the output for windshield wiper relay (lead 2046). This indicates a shorted circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 522427.19 — K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for Windshield Wiper, Incorrect CAN BUS Message
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if the output for switching the windshield wiper relay (K06/04 or K02/04) is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 522434.00 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Switch Set to Slow Wipe), Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if power module PC0 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the A1, B1 and C1 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may generate additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output A1: M03 Windshield wiper (switch set to fast wipe), diagnostic trouble code BIF 522435.00.
• Output B1: K06/04 or K02/04 Relay for windshield wiper, diagnostic trouble code BIF 522427.00.
• Output C1: M03 Windshield wiper (switch set to slow wipe), diagnostic trouble code BIF 522434.00.
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 522434.01 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Switch Set to Slow Wipe), Power Supply Fault at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when the windshield wiper is switched on, power module PC0 measures less than 3 volts at the power supply to the windshield wiper output (lead 0772).
BIF 522434.04 — M03 Windshield Wiper On (Switch Set to Slow), Current Too High at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when windshield wiper (M03) is switched on, power module PC0 measures in excess of 14 amps at the windshield wiper output (lead 2035). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 522434.05 — M03 Windshield Wiper On (Switch Set to Slow Wipe), No Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when the windshield wiper (M03) is switched on (switch set to ”slow wipe”), power module PC0 measures less than 350 mA at the windshield wiper output (lead 2035). This indicates that the circuit is open.
BIF 522434.09 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Switch Set to Slow Wipe), Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 522434.12 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Slow Position) Off, Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when windshield wiper is switched off, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 1 amp at the output for windshield wiper (M03) (lead 2035). This indicates a short in the circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 522434.19 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Set to Slow Wipe), CAN BUS Message Faulty
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the output for switching the windshield wiper (M03) is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 522435.00 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Set to Fast Wipe), Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if power module PC0 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the A1, B1 and C1 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may trigger additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output A1: M03 Windshield wiper (switch set to fast wipe), diagnostic trouble code BIF 522435.00.
• Output B1: K06/04 Relay for windshield wiper, diagnostic trouble code BIF 522427.00.
• Output C1: M03 Windshield wiper (switch set to slow wipe), diagnostic trouble code BIF 522434.00.
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 522435.01 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Switch Set to Fast Wipe), Power Supply Fault at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when the windshield wiper is switched on, power module PC0 measures a supply voltage of less than 3 volts for the windshield wiper output (lead 0772).
BIF 522435.04 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Set to Fast Wipe), Switched Current Too High at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when windshield wiper (M03) is switched on, power module PC0 measures in excess of 14 amps at the windshield wiper output (lead 2049). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 522435.05 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Set to Fast Wipe), Switched Current Not Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when the windshield wiper (M03) is switched on (switch set to ”fast wipe”), power module PC0 measures less than 350 mA at the windshield wiper output (lead 2049). This indicates that the circuit is open.
BIF 522435.09 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Switch Set to Fast Wipe), Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 522435.12 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Fast Position) Off, Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when windshield wiper is switched off, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 1 amp at the output for windshield wiper (M03) (lead 2049). This indicates a short in the circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 522435.19 — M03 Windshield Wiper (Set to Fast Wipe), CAN BUS Message Faulty
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the output for switching the windshield wiper (M03) is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 523438.02 — Control Unit Internal Fault
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if the BIF control unit detects an EEPROM error.
BIF 523900.00 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if power module PC0 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the B3, C3 and D3 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may trigger additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output B3: E11/2 /E31R Worklights on Rear of Roof, Diagnostic Trouble Code BCU 523921.00
• Output C3: E11/1 /E31L Worklights on Rear of Roof, Diagnostic Trouble Code BCU 523924.00
• Output D3: E07 Left Light on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Diagnostic Trouble Code BIF 523900.00
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 523900.01 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Faulty Supply Voltage at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when the headlight (dipped beam) on the cab frame is switched on, power module PC0 measures a supply voltage of less than 3 volts for the output of left headlight on cab frame (dipped beam) (lead 0782).
BIF 523900.04 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Switched Current Too High at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when dippedbeam headlights on cab frame are switched on, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 15 amps at the output for headlight (E07) on cab frame (lead 1074). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 523900.05 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), No Switched Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when the left headlight (dipped beam) on cab frame is switched on, power module PC0 measures a current of less than 350 mA at the output for headlight (E07) on cab frame (lead 1074). This indicates that the circuit is open.
BIF 523900.09 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 523900.12 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam) Off, Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, with dippedbeam headlights on cab frame switched off, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 1 amp at the output for headlight (E07) on cab frame (lead 1074). This indicates a short in the circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 523900.19 — E07 Left Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Incorrect CAN BUS Message
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the output for switching the left headlight (dipped beam) on cab frame is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 523909.00 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Current Overload Protection Active at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if power module PC0 measures a total amperage in excess of 40 amps at the A3 and D1 outputs. The following functions are monitored together and may trigger additional diagnostic trouble codes that affect the current overload protection:
• Output A3: E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Diagnostic Trouble Code BIF 523909.00
• Output D1: E07/E08 Headlights on Cab Frame (Full Beam), Diagnostic Trouble Code BIF 002348.00.
This indicates a short to ground or a defective component in one of the monitored circuits.
BIF 523909.01 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Power Supply Fault at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if, when the headlight (dipped beam) on the cab frame is switched on, power module PC0 measures a supply voltage of less than 3 volts for the output of right headlight on cab frame (dipped beam) (lead 0792).
BIF 523909.04 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Switched Current Too High at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when dippedbeam headlights on cab frame are switched on, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 15 amps at the output for headlight (E08) on cab frame (lead 1084). This indicates a short to ground in the circuit.
BIF 523909.05 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), No Switched Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, when the right headlight (dipped beam) on cab frame is switched on, power module PC0 measures a current of less than 350 mA at the output for headlight (E08) on cab frame (lead 1084). This indicates that the circuit is open.
BIF 523909.09 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Incorrect CAN BUS Message from BIF
This diagnostic trouble code is generated if there is a problem transferring data between power module PC0 and the BIF control unit. Reception of one, several or all of the CAN messages transmitted by the BIF to power module PC0 is intermittent or nonexistent (intermittent reception could be due to a loose wire).
BIF 523909.12 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam) Off, Current Present at Power Module PC0
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if, with dippedbeam headlights on cab frame switched off, power module PC0 measures a current of more than 1 amp at the output for headlight (E08) on cab frame (lead 1084). This indicates a short in the circuit or an internal fault in the power module.
BIF 523909.19 — E08 Right Headlight on Cab Frame (Dipped Beam), Incorrect CAN BUS Message
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered if the output for switching the right headlight (dipped beam) on cab frame is energized by more than one control unit.
BIF 600006.31 — Diagnostic Trouble Code Not Known
This diagnostic trouble code is triggered by the CommandCenter (DTI) when the DTI receives a BIF diagnostic trouble code via the CAN BUS that is not stored in the DTI memory. This ”general” diagnostic trouble code enables the CommandCenter (DTI) to display information relating to this unknown BIF diagnostic trouble code.