International SA 33 SPN 2609 FMI 7: AC - Service Now. Fan Problem/Clogged Pipe
SA 33 SPN 2609 FMI 7 on International / Navistar trucks means: AC - Service Now. Fan Problem/Clogged Pipe. The failure mode (FMI 7) is “mechanical system not responding or out of adjustment”.
Code details
- Manufacturer
- International (Navistar)
- Applies to
- International / Navistar body controller (ESC) and multiplexed modules
- Fault code
- SA 33 SPN 2609 FMI 7
- J1939 SPN
- 2609
- FMI
- 7 — Mechanical system not responding or out of adjustment
- Reporting module
- Body Controller (source address 33)
- Component / signal
- Cab A/C Refrigerant Compressor Outlet Pressure
- Truck models in source
- 3200, 4100, 4300, 4400, 7300, 7400, 7500, 7600, 7700, 8500, 8600, BE 200, CE Bus, CXT, DuraStar, LoneStar, MXT, ProStar, RXT, TranStar, WorkStar
- Logical signal
- BC_RCD_Pressure_Raw_Si gnal
Cause and when it sets
Cause: At the current operating ambient temperature the engine fan isn't working, one of the AC lines has become plugged or the system is over-charged. The compressor is shut off to prevent damage.
What to do next
- Read active and inactive codes with the OEM service tool (Diamond Logic Builder can clear previously active codes) and note the occurrence count.
- FMI 7 tells the shop the type of failure to test for: mechanical system not responding or out of adjustment.
- Have a heavy-duty diesel technician confirm the fault against the engine or chassis service manual before replacing parts.
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Related fault codes
Source: Navistar service manual S08327 "Body Controller Diagnostic Trouble Codes" (10/22/2009), page 14. See also OBD-II codes.
