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Bobcat code E005324-04: Glow plug signal fault

What it means

The engine ECU sees a fault in the glow plug circuit. SPN 5324 is the engine glow plugs and FMI 4 means voltage below normal or shorted low.

Can I keep running?

Keep going carefully, fix soon

Usually, if the machine runs normally: finish the job carefully and fix it soon. Stop if the machine derates, overheats, loses power or the code comes with an alarm.

Check first

  1. Park on level ground, lower the lift arms and attachment to the ground, stop the engine and remove the key.
  2. Let the engine cool before touching anything near it.
  3. Inspect the glow plug wiring and connectors you can see for damage, corrosion or looseness.
  4. Check the fuses and relays for that circuit using the fuse decal or the O&M manual.
  5. Restart and see if the code comes back. If it does, stop and call your Bobcat dealer.

Likely causes

  • Failed glow plug
  • Damaged, corroded or loose glow plug wiring
  • Wire shorted to ground

The fix

A failed glow plug or a damaged wire is the usual cause. The engine may be hard to start in cold weather until it's fixed. A dealer or mechanic can test each glow plug.

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Questions

What does Bobcat code E005324-04 mean?

Glow plug signal fault. The engine ECU sees a fault in the glow plug circuit. SPN 5324 is the engine glow plugs and FMI 4 means voltage below normal or shorted low.

Can I keep running with E005324-04?

Usually, if the machine runs normally: finish the job carefully and fix it soon. Stop if the machine derates, overheats, loses power or the code comes with an alarm.

How do I fix Bobcat code E005324-04?

A failed glow plug or a damaged wire is the usual cause. The engine may be hard to start in cold weather until it's fixed. A dealer or mechanic can test each glow plug.

Sources

  1. Bobcat T450 Operation & Maintenance Manual 7250077 (2018), Diagnostic Service Codes
  2. Bobcat T870 Operation & Maintenance Manual 7253831 (2015), Diagnostic Service Codes
  3. BBA Pumps, engine error codes list (J1939 SPN names)
  4. CODESYS, J1939 failure mode identifiers (FMI)

Code meanings vary by model, serial range and software. Confirm with your operator's manual or Bobcat dealer before replacing parts.

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