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April 2006
Vol. 4, No. 3

GLOBAL SERVICE LEARNING

TECHNICAL PRESENTATION

777F (JRP)
OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS

New Product Introduction

(NPI)

777F (JRP) OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS

AUDIENCE
Level II - Service personnel who understands the principles of machine system operation,
diagnostic equipment, and procedures for testing and adjusting.

CONTENT
This presentation provides new and different New Product Introduction (NPI) information for
the 777F Off-Highway Trucks. This presentation may be used for self-paced and self-directed
training.

OBJECTIVES
After learning the information in this presentation, the technician will be able to:
1. located and identify the new components
2. explain the operation of the new components in the systems
3. trace the flow of oil or air through the new systems

REFERENCES
"777D Update (AGC) Off-highway Truck

Estimated Time: 8 hrs

Illustrations: 90
Handouts: 1
Form: SERV7106-04
Date: 04/06
2006 Caterpillar Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................5
OPERATORS STATION.............................................................................................................8
Machine Controls....................................................................................................................9
Monitoring System ...............................................................................................................16
ENGINE......................................................................................................................................23
Cooling System.....................................................................................................................36
POWER TRAIN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM................................................................................38
Power Train Components .....................................................................................................39
Power Train Electronic Control System ...............................................................................48
STEERING SYSTEM ................................................................................................................50
HOIST HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ...............................................................................................57
Pressure Taps For The Hoist System....................................................................................62
BRAKE SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................63
CONCLUSION...........................................................................................................................77

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777F (JRP)
OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS

2006 Caterpillar Inc.

INTRODUCTION
Shown is the right side of the 777F Truck.
Key new features include:
- ECPC transmission
- Access systems
- Heated mirrors
- Cab
- VIMS Advisor
- Hydraulic brakes
- Tier 2 compliant C32 ACERT engine and cooling system

NOTE: The "HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC COLOR CODE" is located after the

"CONCLUSION" of this presentation.

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Specifications for the 777F Truck are:

- Serial No. Prefix: JRP
- Empty weight: 48581 kg (107104 lbs.)
- Load carrying capacity: 90 metric tons (100 tons)
- Gross Machine Weight (GVW): 163293 kg (360000 lbs.)
- Width: 6.05 m (19.8 ft.)
- Height: 5.03 m (16.5 ft.)
- Gross Power: 758 kW (1016 hp)

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SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES

FEATURES

DIFFERENT

Machine Appearance

Operator's Station

Engine

Power Train

SIMILAR

Hoist System

Steering System

Brake System

Monitoring System

Air System

Maintenance Items

SAME

Similarities and Differences

The hoist system and steering system function similar to the 777D. The rest of the machine
systems have significant changes.

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OPERATORS STATION
The operators station for the 777F Off-highway trucks has changed from the previous 777D.
The cab is similar to the cab used on the 770/772 Off-highway trucks. The new side mounted
cab provides better visibility for the operator in addition to a more convenient entrance and exit
to the operators station.
The machine controls are displayed in the following text.

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Machine Controls
The engine shutdown switch (1) is used for stopping the engine from the ground.
The switch (2) is used for turning on the stairway lights.

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Located on the left side of the dash are:

- Dash panel switch for access lights (1)
- Head lamp switch (2)
- Hazard switch (3)
- Panel light intensity switch (4)
- Intermittent wiper/washer, turn signal control and dimmer switch (5)
- Telescopic/tilt steering column adjustment lever (6)

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Located on the right side of the dash are:

- Automatic retarder control (1)
- Front Brake switch (2). The front brake switch allows the operator to turn the front brakes
on or off. This switch should be in the on position during normal operation.
- Advisor system (3)
- Secondary steering and parking brake release switch (4). Normally, when this switch is
depressed, the steering system receives secondary steering oil and the parking brake
release oil flows to the tank. When the brake release diverter (towing) valve spool is
shifted, this switch will also release the parking brakes and provide hoist pilot oil for
lowering the body on trucks with a dead engine. This switch also serves as a manual
engine pre-lube.
- Manual retarder control lever (5)
- Engine key start switch (6)
- Fan speed switch (7)
- Temperature variable knob (8)
- Air conditioning on/off switch (9)
- Cigarette lighter (10). The cigarette lighter socket receives a 24 volt power supply. A 12
volt power supply and an additional 24 volt supply are provided behind the buddy seat.

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To the right of the operator's seat is a console which contains the transmission shift lever (1)
and the body hoist lever (2).
The transmission has SEVEN speeds FORWARD and ONE REVERSE.
The top gear limit and body up gear limit are controlled by the Transmission/Chassis ECM.
The top gear limit and the body up gear limit are programmable using Electronic Technician.
The top gear limit can be changed from FIRST to SEVENTH. The body up gear limit can be
changed from FIRST to THIRD.
The shift lever lock button (3) must be pushed in before the shift lever can be moved from "P" PARK, "R" - REVERSE, "N" - NEUTRAL and from "D" - DRIVE to "N" - NEUTRAL.
The parking brakes are engaged whenever the shift lever is in the "P" - PARK position.
Placement of the shift lever in the "1" - FIRST or "2" - SECOND gear positions will engage
only that gear and will not allow automatic upshift or downshift. This feature will allow the
operator to hold the lower gears when operating in poor underfooting.
Placement of the shift lever in the "D" - DRIVE position will enable upshift and downshift.
The top gear is selected by use of the momentary buttons in the shifter handle. The top
button (4) will shift the top gear selection to the next higher gear through seventh gear. The
bottom button (5) will shift the top gear selection to the next lower gear through first gear. The
selected top gear and the actual gear will be displayed on the Messenger display.

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The hoist system is electronically controlled. The hoist control lever (1) activates the four
positions of the hoist control valve. The four positions are: RAISE, HOLD, FLOAT, and
LOWER.
A fifth position of the hoist valve is called the SNUB position. The operator does not have
control over the SNUB position. The body up switch controls the SNUB position of the hoist
valve. When the body is lowered, just before the body contacts the frame, the
Transmission/Chassis ECM signals the hoist solenoids to move the hoist valve spool to the
SNUB position. In the SNUB position, the body float speed is reduced to prevent hard contact
of the body with the frame.
The truck should normally be operated with the hoist lever in the FLOAT position. Traveling
with the hoist in the FLOAT position will make sure the weight of the body is on the frame and
body pads and not on the hoist cylinders. The hoist valve will actually be in the SNUB
position.
If the transmission is in REVERSE when the body is being raised, the hoist lever sensor is used
to shift the transmission to NEUTRAL. The transmission will remain in NEUTRAL until:
1. the hoist lever is moved into the HOLD or FLOAT position; and
2. the shift lever has been cycled into and out of NEUTRAL.
The hoist lever is also used to start a new TPMS cycle.
NOTE: If the truck is started with the body raised and the hoist lever in FLOAT, the
lever must be moved into HOLD and then FLOAT before the body will lower.

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Shown are the control pedals on the floor of the 777D. The throttle pedal (1) has a position
sensor attached that sends a signal to the Engine ECM. The service brake pedal (2) applies the
brakes to all four wheels if the front brake ON/OFF switch is in the ON position. The
secondary brake pedal (3) is used to apply the parking brakes in the rear and the service brakes
on the front wheels.
Shown in the lower visual are the pedals on the floor of the 777F. Although the throttle pedal
(4) has changed, the sensor remains the same. The service brake pedal (5) is used for primary
braking for the machine. The secondary brake pedal (6) is used to apply the parking brakes in
the event of a primary braking system failure.

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1

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2
3

5
6

7
8
12

Shown in the top visual is the fuse panel for the 777D. This panel contains the CAT Data Link
connector (1), a 12 Volt power port (2), and the Truck Payload Monitor System (TPMS)
diagnostic connector. The two service switches (4) for accessing the Caterpillar Monitoring
System have been eliminated with the Machine Monitor System.
Shown in the bottom visual is the fuse panel for the 777F. Provided is a 12 Volt power supply
(5) and a diagnostic port (6) for product link. Automotive style fuses have replaced the
previous screw in type fuses.
A laptop computer with the TPMS software can be hooked up to connector (8).
With ET software installed on a laptop computer, diagnostic codes and programming can be
preformed by hooking to connector (7).

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CATERPILLAR MONITORING SYSTEM

777D OFF-HIGHWAY TRUCKS
Gauge Cluster
Module

Speed/tach
Module

1f

Message Center
Module
- Gauges
- Monitoring
- Warnings
- Clock Synchronization
- Machine Id

Action
Lamp

cKpaMilesKmRpmLiterServ
ode
. . . C
X10
Action
Alarm

Display
Data Link

Input
Components

Service
Tool
Cat Data Link
Brake ECM
(ARC) (TCS)

Engine ECM
- Emissions Control
- Fuel Injection
- Ether Injection
- Fan Control
- Engine Pre-lube

- Traction Assist
- Retarding
- Overspeed Retarding
- Retarding Lamp
RS232 Link

Transmission /
Chassis ECM

- ICM Control
- Neutral-start
- Back-up Alarm
- Overspeed Protection
- CTS
- Engine Pre-lube
- Directional Shift Management
- Autolube

- Top Gear Limit

- Reverse Neutralize
- Load Counter
- Neutral Coast Inhibit
- Body Up Gear Limit
- Starter Protection
- Body Hoist Control
- Secondary Steering
- Speed Limiter

TPMS

- Payload Measurement
- Strut Diagnostics

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Monitoring System
The Caterpillar Monitoring System on the 777D is a flexible, modular monitoring system that
includes: a message center module, various switches and sensors, an action lamp, and an action
alarm.
The "heart" of the system is the message center module where information is received from
switches and sensors and other ECM's over the CAT Data Link. The information is processed
by the message center module, then activates various output components.
The Truck Payload Monitoring System (TPMS) is an optional system that can be installed on
the trucks to monitor and record production data such as payload and cycle times. The TPMS
is not on the CAT Data Link and requires a separate communication port for downloading and
viewing the production information.

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100T ELECTRONIC SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

Telemetry
Antenna
(Attachment)

VIMS-PC

GPS
Antenna
(Attachment)

10
5

15

20

25
30
35

VIMS ECM
(ABL2M)
(Attachment)

X100

Inclinometer
(Attachment)

TCS

Road Analysis ECM

(RAC) (ABL2M)
(Attachment)
Engine ECM
(A4:E4)

Minestar
Display

CAT Datalink

Brake ECM (TCS)

(A4:M1)
(Standard)
Minestar
Control
(Attachment)

Trans / Chassis ECM

(A4:M1)
(Standard)

Product Link ECM

(Attachment(

CAN SAE J1939 Datalink

RS232 19200 Baud Serial Link

ET Service Tool

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The Machine Monitor System on the 777F trucks conveys the machine status, communicated
from the other ECM's, to the operator. The Machine Monitor System includes an Instrument
Cluster, an Advisor Display, an Engine ECM, a Transmission/Chassis ECM, and a Brake ECM
The Instrument Cluster is a cab display that shows the operator the status of various machine
parameters as well as alerts the operator of specific machine conditions. The Instrument
Cluster is driven by the Messenger Display via the Controller Area Network (CAN) Data Link.
The Advisor Display is an LCD module with eight operator actuated push buttons which will
allow the operator to access menus to display machine status along with diagnostics, events,
and TPMS data. The Advisor can also be used to set desired values for various machine
functions.
The 777F monitoring system can also have the following attachments: Minestar, Vims, RAC,
Product Link, Inclinometer, Telemetry antenna, and GPS antenna.

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Shown is the Instrument Cluster (1) located in the center of the front dash panel. Eighteen dash
indicators, five analog gauges, and the two digital displays are visible.
The five parameters monitored by the analog gauges are (bottom left to right):
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Brake oil temperature

Engine coolant temperature
Engine speed
Torque Converter oil temperature
Fuel Level

Alert indicators from left to right

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Left turn signal

Throttle lock
Primary steering loss
Secondary Steering engaged

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Check engine
Park brake engaged
Brake system check
Power train system check
Action lamp
Charging system
Body up
Machine lockout active
Transmission in reverse
High beam
Retarder engaged
Traction control system engaged
Machine immobilizer
Right turn signal

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2
3

4
5

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Shown above is the Caterpillar Advisor graphical display module. It is located on the right side
of the dash. It is the operator and Technicians interface with the Caterpillar Monitoring and
Display System. Information is displayed on a backlit LCD display screen.
The top portion of the screen is called the "Top Banner" and it displays vital machine
information at all times. The Top Banner may display different information from machine to
machine, depending on the model and the attachments that are installed.
At the right of the display screen is a column of five User Interface buttons. These buttons are
used to navigate through the numerous Advisor screens, to make menu selections, or to enter
data. The five buttons, from top to bottom, are:
- LEFT/UP Arrow Button (1) - This button is used for screen navigation or data entry. It can be
used:
to scroll up a vertical list or scroll left across a horizontal list;
to decrease a setting value, such as decreasing brightness/contrast.

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- DOWN/RIGHT Arrow Button (2)- This button is also used for screen navigation or data
entry. It can be used:
to scroll down a vertical list or scroll right across a horizontal list;
to increase a setting value, such as increasing brightness/contrast.
- BACK Button (3) - This button is used:
to go up one level in a stair-step (hierarchical) menu structure, or to return to the
previous screen, much the same as the BACK Button is used in Windows Internet
Explorer;
as a backspace, or cancel key when the operator or serviceman wishes to delete entered
characters.
- HOME Button (4)- This button is used to return to the home menu screen, regardless of what
screen is currently displayed.
- OK Button (5) - This button is used:
to make selections from a screen;
to confirm an entry, such as a password, or for saving an operator profile entry.
Navigation through the menus and sub-menus is accomplished by using the ARROW Buttons
to highlight the desired selection, then pressing the OK Button. The ARROW Buttons are also
used to highlight a mode or to set a parameter. Pressing the OK Button selects that option.
(Example: Choosing either "Enabled" or "Disabled" for the FLOAT option in the Implement
Settings menu.)

NOTE: The column of five buttons at the left of the display screen currently have no
function.

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Shown in the visual four switches and a power port.

- Port (1) is a 12 volt power supply.
- Rocker switch (2) will raise the engine idle if the throttle position sensor has failed.
- Rocker switch (3) controls the heated mirrors
- Switch (4) has been removed
- Switch (5) has been removed

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ENGINE
The top visual shows the right side of the new C32 engine used in the 777F trucks. The bottom
visual shows the left side of the new C32 engine. The 777F truck engines are designed to meet
the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier II emissions regulations as well as
European Stage 2 regulations.

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The engine performance specification for the 777F truck is:

- Serial No. Prefix:
- Performance Spec:
- Gross Power:
- Full Load rpm:
- High Idle rpm:
- Low Idle rpm:
- Overspeed:
- Fuel system:
- Max torque produced:

LJW
0K5981
758 kW (1,016 hp)
1750
1938 10
650
2800 rpm
MEUI
1300 rpm

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3408E / 3412E HEUI SYSTEM

Injectors

Electronic
Control
Module
(ECM)
Engine
Harness

Injection Actuation Pressure

(IAP) Control Valve
Injection actuation Pressure
(IAP) Pressure Sensor

Machine
Harness
TDC Timing
Probe
Connector

Coolant Temperature
Sensor
Turbo Outlet Pressure
Sensor
Atmospheric Pressure
Sensor

Fuel Temperature
Sensor
Coolant Flow
Switch

15 Amp
Breaker

Disconnect Switch

Main
Power Relay

Key Start
Switch

24 V

Throttle
Sensor

Crank without
Injection Switch

Turbo Inlet Pressure Sensor

Engine Prelube
Relay

Ata And Cat Data Link

Electronic Service Tool

Start Aid on
Relay

Engine Oil Pressure

Sensor
Engine Oil Temperature
Sensor

Ground
Bolt

Machine
Interface
Connector

Primary
Speed / Timing Sensor
Secondary
Speed / Timing Sensor

COMPONENT DIAGRAM

Throttle Back-up
Throttle Lock

Transmission / Chassis ECM

Brake ECM

Message Center
Module

Manual Ether Injection

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Shown is the electronic control system component diagram for the 3408E used on the 777D.
Fuel injection is controlled by the Engine Electronic Control Module (ECM). Other systems
controlled by the Engine ECM include:
- Ether injection
- Engine start function
- Engine oil pre-lubrication
The Engine ECM, located on top of the engine, has two 40-pin style connectors. The Engine
ECM is cooled by fuel. Fuel flows from the fuel transfer pump through the ECM to the
secondary fuel filters.
Occasionally, changes are made to the internal software that controls the performance of the
engine. These changes can be made by using the WinFlash program that is part of the laptop
software program Electronic Technician (ET).

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CAT Data Link

ENGINE ECM SYSTEM DIAGRAM

EUI Injectors (12)

7E6513

left Bank (Odd) Engine Retarder Solenoids

066-8391 (Connector PN)
Ether Start Relay
Right Bank (Even) Engine Retarder Solenoids
066-8391 (Connector PN)

Rockford Fan Solenoid ( At t achment )

Outputs
Inputs

Outputs
Inputs

Speed Sensor No. 1 (Crank)

Key Start Switch

Speed Sensor No. 2 (Cam)

Timing Cal Probe Connector

Throttle Pedal Position Sensor

Intake Air Temperature

Back-up Throttle Switch
Coolant Temperature
Intake Manifold Air Pressure
Engine Oil Pressure
Ground Level Shutdown Switch
Atmospheric Pressure
Rockford Fan Speed Sensor (Attachment)
Fuel Temp Sensor
Left Air Filter Restriction (Turbo Inlet Left)
Fuel Pressure Sensor
Right Air Filter Restriction (Turbo Inlet Right)

Diff. Fuel Pressure Switch

J2 (ENGINE) CONNECTOR

J1 (MACHINE) CONNECTOR

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Shown is the electronic control system component diagram for the C32 ACERT engines used in
the 777F Off-highway trucks. Fuel injection is controlled by the Engine Electronic Control
Module (ECM).
Many electronic signals are sent to the Engine ECM by sensors, switches, and senders. The
Engine ECM analyzes these signals and sends signals to various output components. Output
components can be relays, lamps, other controls, or solenoids. For example, based on the
various input signals, the Engine ECM determines when and for how long to energize the
injector solenoids. When the injector solenoids are energized determines the timing of the
engine. How long the solenoids are energized determines the engine speed.

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The Engine ECM (1) is located on the right side of the engine. The Engine ECM controls
several systems. Those systems include:
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Ether starting aid

Engine start function
Engine oil pre-lubrication
Variable speed Rockford fan
Engine retarding
Engine derate

The Engine ECM has 120-pin connector and 70-pin connector. The connectors are identified as
"J1" and "J2." Be sure to identify which connector is the J1 or J2 connector before performing
diagnostic tests.
Occasionally, Caterpillar will make changes to the internal software that controls the
performance of the engine. These changes can be performed by using the WinFlash program
that is part of the laptop software program Electronic Technician (ET). ET is used to diagnose
and program the electronic controls used in Off-highway Trucks. If using the WinFlash
program, a "flash" file must be obtained from Caterpillar and uploaded to the ECM.

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A 2-pin timing calibration connector is located next to the Engine ECM. If the engine requires
timing calibration, a timing sensor (magnetic pickup) is installed in the flywheel housing and
connected to the timing calibration connector.
Using the Caterpillar ET service tool, the timing calibration is performed automatically. This
step is performed to avoid instability and ensures that no backlash is present in the timing gears
during the calibration process.
Timing calibration improves fuel injection accuracy by correcting for any slight tolerances
between the crankshaft, timing gears, and timing wheel.
Timing calibration is normally performed after the following procedures:
- ECM replacement
- Cam or crank sensor replacement
- Timing wheel replacement

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Intake air temperature sensor (1) and (4) are located on top of the engine. Sensor (1) is located
toward the left rear and sensor (4) is located toward the front right side. The intake air
temperature sensor is an analog sensor that is monitored by the engine ECM. The ECM
monitors intake air temperature for derating the engine at high temperatures, for engine
shutdown at high temperatures, and for signaling the monitoring system in the event of a
problem.
The turbo outlet pressure sensors (2) and (5) are used for calculating boost.
The coolant temperature sensor (3) is located on top of the engine toward the front left side.
The coolant temperature sensor is an analog sensor that is monitored by the engine ECM.
When the coolant temperature get to high, the engine ECM will signal the monitoring system to
display a warning.
The atmospheric pressure sensor (6) is located on top of the engine toward the front right side.
The atmospheric pressure sensor is a digital sensor that is monitored by the engine ECM. The
ECM monitors atmospheric pressure for the following: altitude derate, air inlet restriction
derate, and calibration reference for other sensors.

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The cam speed/timing sensor (1) is located on the right side of the engine in the back side of
the timing gear housing behind the primary fuel filter. This sensor is used as a backup for the
crank speed/timing sensor. If the crank speed/timing sensor fails, the cam speed/timing sensor
allows for continuous operation.

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The crankshaft speed/timing sensor (1) is located on the lower left of the engine toward the
front side. This sensor measures engine speed and timing for control of the timing and delivery
of fuel to each of the engine's cylinders. Sensing engine speed allows engine speed governing,
fuel limiting, and fuel injection timing. If the crank speed/timing sensor fails, the cam
speed/timing sensor allows for continuous operation.
The oil pressure sensor (2) is located on the left side of the engine. The oil pressure sensor is
an analog sensor that is monitored by the Engine ECM. When the oil pressure drops to low, the
engine ECM will signal the monitoring system to display a warning. The ECM will also log an
event that requires a factory password to clear.
The switch (3) monitors the oil level in the pan.

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Shown in the top visual is the secondary fuel filter (1) and primary fuel filter (2).
Shown in the lower visual is the differential fuel pressure switch (3) located in the top of the
secondary fuel filter housing on the right side of the engine. This switch will indicate
restriction in the fuel filter. A warning will be sent by the Engine ECM to the Machine Monitor
System.
The fuel pressure sensor (4) is located in the top of the secondary fuel filter housing on the
right side of the engine. This sensor is used to monitor fuel pressure.
The engine fuel temperature sensor (5) is located in the top of the secondary fuel filter housing
on the left side of the engine. The Engine ECM uses the fuel temperature measurement to
make corrections to the fuel rate and maintain power regardless of fuel temperature (within
certain parameters). This feature is called "Fuel Temperature Compensation."

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The throttle position sensor (1) provides the desired throttle position to the Engine ECM. The
throttle position sensor is located behind the throttle pedal in the cab.

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Shown is the pre-lube pump (1) for the 777F trucks. The pre-lube pump is located on the front
of the crossmember that supports the front struts. The pump is used for both engine pre-lube
and Quick EVAC.

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If the truck is equipped with an ether start system (arrow), the Engine ECM will automatically
inject ether from the ether cylinder during cranking. The amount of automatic ether injection
depends on the engine oil or jacket water coolant temperature. The Engine ECM sends a duty
cycle signal to the ether injection relay. The maximum duty cycle is 50%. A 50% duty cycle
will pulse the ether relay ON three seconds and OFF three seconds. The maximum ether
delivery is ten 3-second shots per minute. Each shot delivers 6 ml (.2 oz) of ether.
The Engine ECM will energize the ether injection relay only if:
- Engine oil temperature is below 0 C (32 F).
- Engine coolant temperature is below 0 C (32 F)--back-up for oil temperature.
- Engine speed is below 500 rpm.
A laptop computer with the Electronic Technician (ET) software installed can be connected to
the machine to turn the ether injection system ON or OFF.
The operator can also inject ether manually with the ether switch in the cab on the center
console. The manual ether injection duration is 3 seconds and delivers 6ml (.2 oz) of ether each
time the switch is depressed. The manual mode is disabled when engine speed is above 1200
rpm or engine oil temperature is above 10 C (50 F).
NOTE: The manual start aid (ether) switch is a dealer installed option.

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COOLING SYSTEM FLOW

Thermostat
Housing

Radiator

Engine Block

32
ATAAC

Engine Oil Cooler

Hoist and Brake
Oil Cooler
Transmission and
Torque Converter
Oil Cooler

Water Pump

Cooling System
Shown in the top visual is the cooling system for the 777F. The cooling systems for the 777F
and 777D are similar. The flow of coolant through the system is the same, however the
components are located in different locations due to a new engine on the 777F.
Shown in the lower visual is the flow of coolant through the cooling system for the 777F.
These trucks use a conventional radiator core. Coolant flows from the pump through the
coolers and into the engine block. Coolant flows through the engine block and the cylinder
heads. From the cylinder heads, the coolant returns to the temperature regulators and either
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Shown in the top visual is the cooling package of the 777D. The cooling package is divided
into two systems. The two systems are the jacket water cooling system (2) and the aftercooler
system (1).
Shown in the bottom visual is the Next Generation Modular Radiator (NGMR) (3) for the 777F
trucks.
Also shown is the ATAAC (4) which is mounted in front of the radiator. Intake air is cooled
after being compressed by the turbocharger before being routed to the engine combustion
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To
Variable
Speed
Clutch
Control

To
To
Hoist Pilot Traction
Signal
Control
Resolver
Pilot

Lockup
Valve

To
Brake
Cooling

Torque
Converter
Hydraulic
Controls

Transmission

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POWER TRAIN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Shown is the transmission and torque converter hydraulic system for the 777F. A five section
pump is located at the rear of the torque converter housing. One section scavenges oil from the
bottom of the torque converter case and returns the oil to the hydraulic tank. The second
section pumps charge oil to the torque converter. The third section provides pilot oil to the
following circuits:
- Lockup valve
- Variable speed fan clutch control
- Hoist pilot signal resolver
- Traction control
The fourth section scavenges oil from the transmission sump and pumps it to the following
locations:
- Transmission filters
- Transmission oil cooler
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8

Power Train Components

Shown in the top visual is the new five section gear pump. The gear pump is a different design
then the previous 777D. The gear pumps are for the following circuits:
-Torque converter scavenge (1)
-Torque converter charge (2)
-Lockup clutch valve pilot circuit (3)
-Transmission scavenge (4)
-Transmission charge (5)

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Shown in the lower visual are some of the torque converter system components for the 777F.
The torque converter systems are similar between the 777D and 777F. The torque converter
inlet relief valve (6) and the outlet relief valve (7) will function the same. The lockup clutch
valve (8) on the 777F is now an ECPC valve.

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Shown in the top visual is the 777D torque converter charging filter (1). The charging filter is
located on the left frame rail, behind the left front tire.
Shown in the bottom visual is the 777F torque converter charging filter (2). The charging filter
is located on the right frame rail, behind the right front tire.

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Shown in the top visual is the park brake release filter for the 777D. Oil flows from the
parking brake release filter to the parking brake release valve. Oil then flows from the parking
brake release valve to the lockup clutch valve. The park brake release filter is located in front
of the hydraulic tank on the left side of the frame.
Shown in the bottom visual is the lockup clutch valve filter for the 777F. Filtered pump oil
flows directly to the ECPC type lockup clutch valve. The filter is located inside of the left
frame rail. The filter has a bypass switch. The bypass switch provides an input signal to the
Caterpillar Monitoring System, which informs the operator if the filter is restricted. The filter
housing has an S.O.S tap and a pressure tap.

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Shown in the top visual is the 777D ICM controlled transmission. A cover has to be removed
in order to check the pressure on this ICM system.
Shown in the bottom visual is the 777F ECPC transmission. This new transmission has
pressure taps located on the outside of the transmission. This feature will aid in preventing
contamination from entering the transmission as well as saving time when checking the
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Shown in the top visual is the 777D transmission charge filter. The 777D has a single filter
located on the outside of the frame behind the right front tire.
Shown in the bottom visual is the 777F transmission charge filters. The 777F has two filters
mounted on the cross member on the right side of the machine. The rear filter housing has an
SOS tap and a pressure tap. The rear filter housing also has a bypass switch. The bypass
switch provides an input signal to the Caterpillar Monitoring System, which informs the
operator if the filter is restricted.

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Shown in the top visual is SOS port (1) located on the torque converter filter. Port (1) draws
a sample from the outlet of the filter.
Shown in the lower visual is the torque converter lockup clutch filter. Port (2) is an SOS
port. Port (3) is a pressure tap. The pressure indicated at tap (3) is pump pressure for the
lockup clutch pilot circuit.

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Shown in the top visual is pressure tap (1) for the lockup clutch valve. The pressure indicated
at tap (1) is the pressure in the lockup clutch.
Shown in the lower visual is the pressure tap (2) for the outlet relief valve. The pressure
indicated at tap (2) is the pressure inside the torque converter.

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Shown in the top visual are the transmission charge filters. Port (1) is an SOS port. Port (2)
is a pressure tap. The pressure indicated at tap (2) is charge pressure for the transmission
control valves.
Shown in the lower visual are the transmission control valve pressure taps. The taps are as
follows:
Lube oil pressure can be checked at tap (3).
System pressure can be checked at tap (4).
Clutch 6 pressure can be checked at tap (5).
Clutch 5 pressure can be checked at tap (6).
Clutch 7 pressure can be checked at tap (7).

Clutch 4 pressure can be checked at tap (8).

Clutch 3 pressure can be checked at tap (9).
Clutch 2 pressure can be checked at tap (10).
Clutch 1 pressure can be checked at tap (11).

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TRANSMISSION / CHASSIS CONTROL MODULE SYSTEM DIAGRAM

Cat Data Link

OUTPUTS

INPUTS
Key Start Switch

Torque Converter Oil

Temperature Sensor

Machine Lockout Switch

Primary Steering
Pressure Swit ch

Starter Lockout Switch

Engine Oil Evacuation Enable
Engine Oil Evacuation

Shift Lever

Transmission Input
Speed Sensor
R-Terminal
Transmission
Charge Filter
Bypass Switch
Transmission Output
Speed Sensor 1

Hoist Lever

Fuel Level Sender

Transmission Output
Speed Sensor 2
Transmission Oil
Level Switch

Engine Speed Sensor

Location Codes
Manual Ret arder

Inclinometer
Secondary Brake
Posit ion Sensor

Transmission
Solenoid 1-7

Secondary Steering
Motor State

Secondary Steer Test Switch

Drive Gear Select Switches

Start Relay

Secondary Steering System

Steering Switch
Secondary Brake
Pressure Switch

Steering System
Disable Solenoid
Parking Brake
Proportional Solenoid
Lockup Clutch
Solenoid

Hoist Raise Solenoid

Hoist Lower Solenoid
Secondary St eering /
QuickEvac /
Prelube Relay
Back-up Alarm Relay

Starter Lockout Lamp

Machine Lockout Lamp

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Power Train Electronic Control System
Shown in this visual are the inputs and outputs for the 777F trucks.
The purpose of the Transmission/Chassis ECM is to determine the desired transmission gear
and energize solenoids to shift the transmission up or down as required based on information
from both the operator and machine. This Transmission/Chassis ECM also controls all the hoist
functions.
The Transmission/Chassis ECM receives information from various input components such as
the shift lever switch, Transmission Output Speed (TOS) sensors, and the transmission gear
switch.
Based on the input information, the Transmission/Chassis ECM determines whether the
transmission should upshift, downshift, engage the lockup clutch, or limit the transmission gear.
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Output components include the upshift, downshift, and lockup solenoids; the back-up alarm,
and others.
The Engine ECM, the Machine Monitor System, and the Transmission/Chassis ECM all
communicate with each other through the CAT Data Link. Communication between the
electronic controls allows the sensors of each system to be shared. Many additional benefits
are provided, such as Controlled Throttle Shifting (CTS). CTS occurs when the
Transmission/Chassis ECM tells the Engine ECM to reduce or increase engine fuel during a
shift to lower stress to the power train.
The Transmission/Chassis ECM is also used to control the hoist system. The hoist lever sensor
sends duty cycle input signals to the Brake ECM. Depending on the position of the sensor and
the corresponding duty cycle, the Brake ECM will signal the Transmission/Chassis ECM. The
Transmission/Chassis ECM will energize one of the solenoids located on the hoist valve..
The Electronic Technician (ET) Service Tool can be used to perform several diagnostic and
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STEERING HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM
Secondary
Pressure
Switch

HMU

Load
Sensing
Resolver

Pressure
Reducing
Valve

Load
Sensing
Valve

Steering
Pressure
Switch

Steering
Valve

Transmission
Chassis
ECM

Secondary
Steering
Back-up Relief
Valve

Secondary
Steering
Primary Relief
Valve

Primary Steering
Back-up Relief Valve

Secondary
Steering
Pump

Piston Pump and

Load Sensing
Controller

Steering
Filter
Case Drain
Filter

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STEERING SYSTEM
This schematic shows the steering hydraulic system for the 777F trucks. The steering system
on the 777F is similar to the 777D with a few exceptions:
- Adding the steering disable solenoid valve
- Location of components has changed
When energized, the steering disable solenoid valve stops the oil flow coming from steering
pump. This prevents the front wheels from turning to allow servicing to be conducted safely in
the front wheel area.
The steering system uses a load sensing, pressure compensated pump. Minimal horsepower is
used by the steering system when the truck is traveling in a straight path. Steering hydraulic
horsepower requirements depend on the amount of steering pressure and flow required by the
steering cylinders.
Steering oil flows from the pump to the steering disable solenoid valve. Oil then flows from
the steering disable valve to the steering valve located on the frame behind the right front
suspension cylinder. The flow of oil continues from the steering valve to the HMU which
meters flow to the steering cylinders. The faster the HMU is turned, the higher the flow sent to
the steering cylinders, and the faster the wheels will change direction.

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Shown in the top visual is the 777D steering system tank. The tank is located on the right
platform.
Shown in the lower visual is the 777F steering system tank. The tank is located on the right
platform. The 777F steering tank functions the same as the the 777D steering tank.

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Shown in the top visual is the steering pump for the 777D. The steering pump has changed
locations.
Shown in the lower visual is the steering pump for the 777F. The steering pump is now
mounted on the back of the new C32 ACERT engine. The steering pump is still a load sensing,
pressure compensated, piston-type pump.

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The steering disable valve (1) is located behind the shock on the right frame rail.
When the steering disable solenoid valve (2) is energized, the flow from the steering to the
steering valve is blocked by the steering disable valve (1). This allows servicing behind the
front wheels with the machine running.
When the machine lockout switch, located under a panel on the left stair way, is toggled a
signal is sent to the Transmission/Chassis ECM. The Transmission/Chassis ECM energizes the
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Shown in the top visual is the steering valve (1) for the 777D.
Shown in the lower visual is the steering valve (3) for the 777F. The 777F uses the same
steering valve as the 777D. The steering valve is located in the same place however the
steering valve is mounted differently. The pressure tap (3) checks the pressure in the supply
line to the HMU. If the supply oil pressure to the HMU is below specification, the relief valve
(2) many need to be adjusted.

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Shown in the top visual is the HMU (1) for the 777D.
Shown in the lower visual is the HMU (2) for the 777F. The HMU will function the same and
is in the same general location. The HMU for the 777F will be easier to service due to the
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Shown in the top visual is the electric secondary steering pump (1) on the 777D.
Shown in the lower visual is the electric secondary steering pump (3) on the 777F. The pump
and motor are the same as the 777D however the location has changed. The pump and motor
are now located on the front crossmember. The secondary pressure switch (2) is also mounted
next to the secondary steering pump. The pressure switch (2) detects if the wheels are being
turned via the steering wheel when secondary steering is applied. When the wheel is turned in
a secondary steering condition, the pressure switch (2) will signal the Transmission/Chassis
ECM and the QuickEvac function will be disabled.

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Front

777F HOIST AND BRAKE COOLING SCHEMATICS

Right
Front

From Torque Converter

Lockup Clutch Pilot
Main Relief Dump Spool

From Tow Pump Circuit

Left
Rear

From
Torque Converter From
Torque
Lockup Clutch
Converter
Pump

Lower /
Float /
Snub
Solenoid
From
Brake
System

RAISE

Right
Rear

SNUB
Brake Cooling
Pressure
Test Port

Cylinder
Rod End
Pressure
Test Port

FLOAT

Brake
Cooling
Relief

LOWER

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HOIST HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
On the 777F, the hoist pump receives supply oil from the hydraulic tank through the suction
screen located in the rear of the tank. Oil flows from the hoist pump to the hoist valve.
The hoist valve uses lockup clutch pilot oil as the pilot oil to shift the directional spool inside
the hoist control valve. Oil flows from the lockup clutch gear pump to both ends of the hoist
control valve. Pilot pressure is always present at both ends of the directional spool. Two
solenoid valves are used to drain the pilot oil from the ends of the directional spool which then
allows the spool to shift.
The electric tow pump can also be used to send pilot oil to the hoist control valve. If the bed
needs to be lowered with a dead engine, the tow pump will provide the pilot oil through a
resolver valve
When the hoist control valve is in the HOLD, FLOAT, or SNUB position, all the hoist pump oil
flows through the hoist and brake oil cooler located on the right side of the engine. Excess oil
from the brake system joins the hoist pump oil and also flows to the oil cooler. Oil flows from
the oil cooler, through the rear brakes, and returns to the hydraulic tank through the return
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An oil cooler relief valve is located in the hoist control valve. The relief valve limits the brake
oil cooling pressure when the hoist control valve is in the HOLD, FLOAT, or SNUB position.
The main difference between the previous truck and the 777F is the elimination of the brake
release valve from the hoist hydraulic system. The hoist valve now receives pilot oil from the
lockup clutch supply oil circuit. The brake release function is handled by the brake system on
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Shown in the visual is the new location of the hoist pump (1). The hoist pump is a gear type
pump and is attached to the brake cooling pump (2) and the brake charging pump (3). The
hoist pump is now driven by the gears at the back of the engine.

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Shown in the visual is the new location of the hoist control valve (1). The valve (1) is located
behind the engine on the right side of the frame. The valve (1) will function the same as the
hoist control valve on the 777D.

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The top visual shows the hoist control lever for the 777D (1) trucks. The lower visual shows
the hoist control lever for the 777F (2). The function of these levers are the same.
The operator controls the hoist lever. The four positions of the hoist lever are RAISE, HOLD,
FLOAT, and LOWER. The hoist lever controls a Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) position
sensor mounted to the lower end of the hoist lever. The PWM sensor sends duty cycle input
signals to the Transmission/Chassis ECM. Depending on the position of the sensor and the
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Pressure Taps For The Hoist System

Shown in the top visual are the pressure taps for the hoist control valve. The pressure tap (1)
checks the pilot pressure for the hoist lower solenoid. The pressure tap (2) checks the pilot
pressure of the raise solenoid.
Shown in the lower visual are the pressure taps for the hoist cylinders. These pressure taps are
located on the cross-tube between the lower hoist cylinder mounts. The pressure tap (3) checks
the pressure of the cylinder lower circuit. The pressure tap (4) checks the pressure of the
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Parking
Brake
Valve

Purge
Valve

Service
Brake
Valve

ARC
Cont rol

Parking Brake
Solenoid
Divert er
Valve

Left
Rear Brake

ECM
Relief
Valve

Left
Front Brake
Cab Manifold

M
Secondary
Pump
From TC Lockup
Clut ch Pump
TCS Valve

Swit ch

Cut -In /
Cut -Out
Spool

Accumulat or
Charging Valve

Unloading
Valve
Relief
Valve

Slack Adjust er

To Brake
Cooling

Brake
Filt er

From TC Valve

Right
Front Brake

Right
Rear Brake

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BRAKE SYSTEM
Two separate brake systems are used on the 777F. The two brake systems are the
service/retarder brake system and the parking/secondary brake system.
The parking/secondary brakes are spring engaged and hydraulically released. The
service/retarder brakes are hydraulically engaged and spring released.
The brakes on the 777F are completely hydraulically operated as compared to the 777D brakes
which were air over hydraulic. The air system found on the previous model trucks has been
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TCS Valve
Rear Brake

Front
Brake

Check
Valve

Brake
Accumulat ors

Park
Brake
Valve

Switch
ARC
Manifold

Diverter

Relief

Accumulator
Charging Valve
To Brake Cooling

Slack
Adjuster
To Brake
Cooling

Brake
Control
Valve

Brake
Filter

Secondary
Pump

Pump

Tank
Rear Brake

Slack
Adjust er

Front
Brake

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Shown is the hydraulic brake system for the 777F trucks.

This block diagram shows the major components of the brake system. The brakes are hydraulic
unlike the previous machines which had an air over oil system. The front and rear brakes are
oil cooled internal wet disc type brakes. The 777F can also be ordered with an optional caliper
type front brake system.
Oil is drawn from the hydraulic tank by the brake section of the combination implement/brake
pump. Oil flows through the brake filter to the accumulator charging valve. The accumulator
charging valve directs supply oil to the other components. The accumulator charging valve also
controls the CUT-IN and CUT-OUT pressure. When the accumulators are charged, the
charging valve will direct access pump flow to brake cooling.
After leaving the service brake accumulator, oil flows through the ARC (Automatic Retarder
Control) manifold to the service brake control valve. The service brake control valve directs
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The front brakes are only engaged when the brake ECM energizes the front brake ARC
solenoid. The front brakes receive supply oil from the parking brake accumulator.
After leaving the parking brake accumulator, oil flows to the parking brake valve, the towing
diverter valve, and the ARC solenoid. When the parking brake is activated, the supply oil for
releasing the parking brake is diverted to tank. When the parking brake solenoid is energized
(parking brake released), the parking brake valve sends oil through the Traction Control System
(TCS) valve which then releases the parking brakes. The parking brakes are spring applied and
pressure released.
The diverter valve, under normal operation, should be closed and allows no oil to flow past. If
the truck is to be towed with a dead engine, the diverter valve must be shifted manually. When
manually shifted, the diverter valve diverts oil flow from the electric brake retract pump to the
parking brake valve and the ARC solenoid for the front brakes.

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Shown in the top visual is the parking brake release pump (2) and the brake oil cooling
pump (1) for the 777D. With the removal of the air over hydraulic brake system, the brake
pumps are no longer mounted in this location.
Shown in the lower visual is the new location of the brake charging pump (4) and the brake oil
cooling pump (3). This set of pumps is mounted on the left rear side of the engine. The 777F
brake system is charged by the gear pump (4) which supplies oil to the accumulator charging
valve. The oil cooling pump (3) pumps oil to the oil coolers before the oil travels to the front
and rear brakes for brake cooling.

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The brake system filter (arrow) is located on the left outer frame rear next to the left rear strut
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The accumulator charging valve (1) is located on the left side of the frame by the brake
accumulators This valve directs oil to the brake accumulators, brake cooling, and the tank.
Once the accumulators are charged, the excess oil flow is sent to cool the brakes before
returning to the tank.
The Brake ECM monitors the pressure in the service brake accumulators with pressure switch
(2). If the pressure in the service brake accumulators are low, pressure switch (2) will open and
the Brake ECM will signal the monitoring system to turn on the brake system-check indicator
Pressure tap (3) is used to check the oil pressure in the service brake accumulators. Pressure
tap (5) is used to check the charge oil pressure from the pump.
The accumulator charging valve contains a CUT-IN/CUT-OUT spool. Once the maximum
brake system pressure is reached, the spool will shift and send the excess flow to brake cooling.
As the system pressure continues to drop to the CUT-IN pressure setting, the spool will shift
again and the system will charge to the CUT-OUT pressure setting. This process will continue
to repeat as often as needed to keep the brake system fully charged. The CUT-IN/CUT-OUT
pressure is checked at pressure tap (3).
The relief valve (4) setting is set slightly higher than the CUT-OUT pressure setting. In the
event that the CUT-IN/CUT-OUT valve spool fails, the relief valve will protect the system from
extreme pressure. Relief valve (4) can only be tested on a hydraulic test bench.
If the charge oil pressure is low at pressure tap (5), or the brake system never reaches the proper
CUT-OUT pressure, check relief valve (4). If relief valve (4) is set properly and the brake
system is not reaching the specified CUT-OUT pressure, replace the accumulator charging
valve. The CUT-IN/CUT-OUT spool is not adjustable.

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Shown in the visual are the three brake accumulators for the 777F. The accumulators (2) are
charged by the brake charging pump and supply the required oil flow to disengage the front and
rear brakes. The outer accumulators are for the rear service brakes. The middle accumulator is
for the parking brake and front service brakes.
A check valve in the circuit between the parking accumulator and the rear service accumulators
allows only the parking brake accumulator to be filled when using the secondary electric pump.
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The cab brake manifold (4) is mounted under the cab on the left upper frame. This manifold
contains the ARC control solenoid (2) for the rear brakes and the ARC control solenoid (1) for
the front brakes.
The ARC control solenoid is part of the ARC system. The ARC system uses the rear service
brakes and the front oil cooled brakes to automatically control the speed of the truck.
Also shown is the service brake pressure switch (3). This switch sends a signal to the Brake
ECM whenever the service brakes are applied. The Brake ECM will use the signal from
pressure switch (3) to turn on the brake lights. In a low pressure situation, the Brake ECM will
signal the monitoring system to activate the brake system-check indicator.

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The service brake valve (1) is mounted in the floor of the operators cab.
When the service brake pedal is depressed, the internal spool directs oil flow to the rear service
brakes.
The secondary brake pedal (2) is used to apply the parking brakes if the service brakes are not
responding. The secondary brake pedal sends an electrical signal to the parking brake solenoid.

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The 777F has two slack adjusters. The top visual is of the rear slack adjuster (1). The rear
slack adjuster is located above the rear differential. The slack adjuster maintains a consistent
feel and application of the brakes as the brake discs wear.
The lower visual is of the front slack adjuster (2). The front slack adjuster is located on the left
strut frame support. The slack adjuster maintains a consistent feel and application of the brakes
as the brake discs wear.

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The top visual shows the parking brake release valve (1) for the 777D which is mounted on the
inside left frame just in front of the middle cross member. This valve uses an air signal to
direct oil flow from the parking brake pump to release the parking brakes.
The lower visual shows the parking brake valve (2) for the 777F which is located on the inside
left frame rail behind the middle cross member. The parking brake release valve no longer
works off pressurized air. This valve receives oil flow from the parking brake accumulator.
Contained within the valve is a parking brake solenoid valve (3) and a purge solenoid valve (4).
When the solenoid is energized, the parking brake valve directs oil flow through the TCS valve
to the rear parking brake. There are no parking brakes on the front wheels. When the machine
is shut down, the purge solenoid is energized and the purge valve drains the brake accumulators
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The TCS valve (1) is located inside the left frame rail toward the rear of the machine.
Parking brake oil flows through this valve before flowing to the parking brake in the rear wheel
stations.
This valve remains unchanged from previous model trucks.

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Shown in the visual is the brake retract section (1) of the electric pump. The brake retract
pump is located on the front cross member that supports the front struts. Brake retract pump is
an electric pump that when energized sends oil flow to the diverter (towing) valve and the tow
pump relief valve. If the diverter valve is closed, the unused oil will flow to the pilot circuit for
the hoist control valve.

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Shown in the top visual is the diverter (towing) valve (1) for the 777D. The diverter valve is
located on the left hoist cylinder frame support.
Shown in the lower visual is the diverter (towing) valve (2) for the 777F. The diverter valve
functions the same however has changed locations. The diverter valve for the 777F is now
located on the left frame rail in front of the left front strut. The diverter valve must be
manually shifted before towing.
Once the valve is shifted, oil flow from the electric secondary pump is directed to the parking
brake valve to release the parking brake. The relief valve (3) limits the maximum pressure
when using the towing pump.

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CONCLUSION
This presentation has provided New Product Information (NPI) the Caterpillar 777F Offhighway Trucks.

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HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC COLOR CODE

Black - Mechanical Connection. Seal

Red - High Pressure Oil

Dark Gray - Cutaway Section

Red / White Stripes - 1st Pressure Reduction

Light Gray - Surface Color

Red Crosshatch - 2nd Reduction in Pressure

White - Atmosphere or Air (No Pressure)

Pink - 3rd Reduction in Pressure

Purple - Pneumatic Pressure

Red / Pink Stripes - Secondary Source Oil Pressure

Yellow - Moving or Activated Components

Orange - Pilot, Charge or Torque Converter Oil

Cat Yellow - (Restricted Usage)

Identification of Components
within a Moving Group

Orange / White Stripes - Reduced Pilot, Charge, or

TC Oil Pressure

Brown - Lubricating Oil

Orange / Crosshatch - 2nd Reduction in Pilot,

Charge, or TC Oil Pressure

Green - Tank, Sump, o r Return Oil

Blue - Trapped Oil

Green / White Stripes Scavenge / Suction Oil or Hydraulic Void

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HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC COLOR CODE

This illustration identifies the meanings of the colors used in the hydraulic schematics and
cross-sectional views shown throughout this document.

Blue - Trapped Oil

Green - Tank, Sump, o r Return Oil

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Green / White Stripes Scavenge / Suction Oil or Hydraulic Void

Orange / Crosshatch - 2nd Reduction in Pilot,

Charge, or TC Oil Pressure

Orange / White Stripes - Reduced Pilot, Charge, or

TC Oil Pressure

Cat Yellow - (Restricted Usage)

Identification of Components
within a Moving Group

Brown - Lubricating Oil

Orange - Pilot, Charge or Torque Converter Oil

Red / Pink Stripes - Secondary Source Oil Pressure

Pink - 3rd Reduction in Pressure

Yellow - Moving or Activated Components

Purple - Pneumatic Pressure

White - Atmosphere or Air (No Pressure)

Red Crosshatch - 2nd Reduction in Pressure

Red / White Stripes - 1st Pressure Reduction

Dark Gray - Cutaway Section

Light Gray - Surface Color

Red - High Pressure Oil

Black - Mechanical Connection. Seal

HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC COLOR CODE

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