UENR7000

August 2015

Systems Operation
Testing and Adjusting
Machine Security System (MSS3i)
Integrated

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Systems Operation Section

General Information..................... ..................... 4

System Overview....................... ....................... 5
Normal Operation ....................... ...................... 6
Operation of Status Indicator.............. .............. 7
Key Information......................... ........................ 8
Scheduled Access ( “Security System Bypass
Times” ) ............................. ............................ 10
Diagnostic Operation................... ................... 10
Protected Functions..................... ....................11
Service Operation Using Service Tool ...... .......11
Electronic Control Module (ECM) .......... ......... 12
System Components ................... ................... 12
Data Link............................. ............................ 13

Testing and Adjusting Section

Testing and Adjusting

General Information.................... .................... 15
Troubleshooting....................... ....................... 15
Key - Program......................... ........................ 15
Scheduled Access - Program (Security System
Bypass)............................. ............................ 25
Time - Set ............................ ........................... 26
Factory Password - Obtain ............... .............. 28
Configuration ......................... ......................... 34
Machine Security System - Uninstall ....... ....... 41
Glossary of Terms...................... ..................... 42
System Schematic..................... ..................... 42

Index Section

Index................................ ............................... 43
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General Information
SMCS Code: 7631
The Caterpillar ® Machine Security System (MSS)
discourages unwanted operation of a machine. The
MSS uses the Caterpillar ® Electronic Key or a pass
code entered via a keypad or the machines display.
The keypad or machine display pass code feature is
only available on limited machines. Check the
machines Operation and Maintenance Manual to
verify that this feature is available. The Caterpillar
Electronic Key contains an electronic chip. The
electronic chip has a unique identification number
(ID). An exciter coil is mounted around the key start
switch. The exciter coil reads the ID of the key.
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) of the Machine
Security System is set up with the ID of the keys of
the intended users. When the MSS is armed, the
ECM validates the ID of the key in the key start
switch. If the key ID is in the list of authorized keys in
the ECM and the key is valid, the machine will
operate normally. If the key ID is not in the list of
authorized keys or is not valid in the ECM, the MSS
will keep the critical machine functions disabled.
Components
The Machine Security System consists of the
following components:
• Electronic Control Module (ECM)

• Caterpillar Electronic Key

• Caterpillar Optional key pad entry

• Exciter Coil
• Key Reader Module (MSS3i)

• Status Indicator
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Illustration 1 g03864508
MSS3i Connections
(1) SAE J1939 (7) Electronic Key (16) Critical System (Engine ECM)
(2) CAT Data Link (8) Key Switch (17) Critical System (Hydraulic ECM)
(3) External Keypad (Required for (9) Battery 12V or 24V (18) Immobilizer (Support) Software
Passcode Entry) (10) Critical System (Transmission ECM) (19) Communications Adapter
(4) Integrated Keypad (Required for (11) MSS3i (Main) Software (20) PC Caterpillar Service Tool Electronic
Passcode Entry) (12) Relay Technician
(5) “Bouncer” (MSS3i) Electronic Key (13) Starter
Reader (14) MSS LED
(6) Exciter Coil (15) Integrated Cluster

The integrated Machine Security System (MSS) The status indicator for the MSS is mounted in the
incorporates the MSS software into an ECM. That dash of the machine near the key switch or the gauge
ECM controls other machine functions and uses an cluster. The status indicator will give basic information
electronic key reader (MSS3i) to read the key. about the MSS to the operator of the machine. The
status indicator has two colors: red and green.
The Electronic Key for the MSS contains an
electronic chip that is embedded in the head of the
key. Each key contains a unique identification i06195450
number. The Electronic Key uses the same key cut as
the standard Caterpillar key. The electronic key can System Overview
be used to operate any machine that uses the current
Caterpillar key start switch. The Electronic Key SMCS Code: 7631
comes in a gray color or a yellow color. The electronic The machine security system (MSS) is designed to
keys are not configurable. restrict operation of a machine. A list of the authorized
The exciter coil of the MSS is a ring shaped device. electronic keys for a machine is contained in the ECM
The exciter coil is mounted around the existing for the MSS. Only a Caterpillar ® Electronic Key that
Caterpillar key start switch. The exciter coil is used is authorized can disarm the MSS. This disarming is
to read the ID that is contained in the Caterpillar accomplished by assigning the ID of an electronic key
electronic key. to the ECM for the MSS. The Caterpillar ® Electronic
Technician (Cat ® ET) must be used to program the
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic ECM with the authorized keys.
key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the When the electronic key is placed in the key switch
key. If there is more than one key, the ECM will not and turned to the ON position, the key reader reads
be able to read the key and the machine will not the unique ID. This ID is stored in the key. The ECM
start. will then compare this ID to the list of authorized keys.
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The status indicator turns a green color when the • ECM serial number
MSS has read an authorized key.
• “Product ID” (Serial Number of the machine)
If the ID of the key matches an authorized key, the
status indicator will turn a green color and the MSS • Serial Number of the Service Tool
will disarm. This disarming will allow the machine to
operate. • Reason Code
If the ID of the key that is read does not match the list • Total Tattletale number
in the ECM, the status indicator will become a red
color. The MSS remains in the “armed” state and the In order to obtain the proper passwords, the
machine will remain disabled. information must be given to an authorized Caterpillar
dealer.
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic
key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the If a Master Access Level key for a machine being
key. If there is more than one key, the ECM will not serviced is not available, a factory password must be
be able to read the key and the machine will not entered before changes can be made. The following
start. information is needed before you call for a factory
password:
The Machine Security System can be configured to Table 1
work in a combination of ways depending on the
Information That is Needed for the Factory Password
electronic architecture of the machine.
Product Identification
1. Electronic Control
Serial Number for the ECM
The MSS may disable the machine by controlling
the electronic devices that are used to power Serial Number from ET
critical machine systems. Tattletale

2. Immobilizer Reason Code

The MSS disables the machine by communicating

with other electronic control modules across the Note: The password may only be used for one
Cat Data Link (CDL) and disabling critical machine programming session. A different password will
functions. be required after you exit the Electronic Service
Tool Screen.
In order to change the list of authorized keys or
change the configuration parameters of the Machine
Security System, the user must: i06197898

• Have the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (Cat Normal Operation

ET)
SMCS Code: 7631
and one of the following items:
Reading the ID of a Key
• A key with Master Access Level for that specific
Machine Security System Before you can operate the machine, the machine
security system MSS must identify a valid electronic
• A Factory Password key ID.
When a key with the master access level is not When the key is turned to the ON position, the MSS
available, a Factory Password is required to change enters the read mode. The MSS then checks for a
certain parameters in the configuration. valid electronic key ID. If the electronic key ID
matches an electronic key ID that is stored in the
Refer to Testing and Adjusting, “Factory Password - ECM, then the critical ECM functions are enabled. An
Obtain” for additional information on Factory “enable” message is also sent via the CAT data link
Passwords. to the other electronic control modules that are on the
machine. The machine will operate normally.
The Electronic Technician screen for the Factory
Level Security Password will display the following Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic
parameters: key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the
key. If there is more than one key, the ECM will not
be able to read the key and the machine will not
start.

Note: If the ECM has failed or has been removed, the

other critical machine operations controlled by the
other electronic control modules will not operate.
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Armed When the MSS identifies a key with an invalid

electronic key ID, the system will remain armed.
When the MSS is armed, critical machine functions
are disabled. The MSS disables the power that is
supplied to each component that is powered by the External Authentication Device
output drivers. The machine will not be able to (EAD) and Pass Codes
operate normally.
When the machine security system is configured to
There are two states of operation within the “armed” utilize External Authentication Device (EAD) and
mode. pass codes, the system will use the default setting.
This setting is an extended 90 second grace period in
1. “ Key Position OFF”” addition to the normal grace period of 30 seconds.
The application that configures the library can be set
When no power is applied to the MSS, the MSS for a longer or shorter grace period.
will default to “armed” state. When power is
applied to the MSS and the Grace Period has Refer to the machines Operation and Maintenance
expired, the MSS will return to the “MSS Armed” . Manual to confirm use of EAD or pass codes for the
machine.
2. “ Key Position ON””
When the key switch is first moved to the ON i06195458
position, the MSS tries to read the electronic key
ID. The ECM will continue reading attempts until Operation of Status Indicator
an ID is read or the read time-out expires. If the
key is not read after several attempts, the MSS SMCS Code: 7631
turns on the red LED of the status indicator and the
MSS remains armed. The Machine Security System (MSS) uses a status
indicator that is mounted in the cab near the key start
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic switch or in the dash cluster. The status indicator
key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the provides a visible alert of the presence of the security
system. When the key start switch is first turned to the
key. If there is more than one key, the ECM will not
ON or START positions, and MSS is armed, a red
be able to read the key and the machine will not light status indicator momentarily displays. This light
start. provides a warning that the machine is armed with a
security system.
Disarmed
When the MSS is disarmed, the machine can be
operated. The MSS has enabled the starter and main
circuits on the machine. A message is sent to the
other machine ECMs over the Cat data link. The
machine will be able to start. The green LED of the
status indicator will illuminate.
There are two ways to disarm the machine:

• Use a valid electronic key for this machine.

• Use ET to configure the MSS bypass schedule to
allow machine operations during scheduled
periods of time during the week.

Electronic Key
After a machine has been started successfully, the
operator will have 30 seconds after the machine is
turned off before the MSS is automatically armed.
The operator is not required to arm the system
manually.
During the 30 second grace period any key
(electronic and non-electronic) will start the machine
without key identification validation. When the 30
second grace period expires, the MSS will
automatically rearm.
If the MSS is unable to read an electronic key ID, the
system will remain armed.
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Status Indicator

Illustration 2 g01014891
Typical installation of the Status Indicator
(1) Status Indicator

The status of the MSS is displayed by the status

indicator in accordance with Table 2 . The operator
can use the status indicator to determine the status of
the system or for troubleshooting.
Table 2
Status Indicators(1) Description
Red The MSS is armed.(2)

Green The MSS is disarmed.

The green LED will remain ON 30 seconds after power down (Grace Period). After the 30 seconds
have passed, the MSS automatically returns to the “armed” mode.
(1) The LED's are illuminated during initial power-up in order to test the LED's.
(2) The red LED will remain ON while the key is in the ON position or until a valid key is read.

i06195462 • “Security Type”

Key Information • “Description”

SMCS Code: 7631 • “Access Level”
You may configure the “Machine Security System ” • “Expiration Date”
(MSS) to recognize up to 255 authorized keys. This
list contains those keys that will disarm the Machine • “Security ID”
Security System. The user adds keys to this list.
The parameters are not stored in the electronic key. A
Note: The system will be limited to 50 keys on older complete list of the configuration parameters that are
machines. This limitation is due to software limitations available in the Caterpillar Electronic Technician
on the Machine ECM that utilizes a version of (ET) are listed below:
software that does not support the larger key storage.
1. Add an electronic key.
The ECM can store five configuration parameters that
identify each electronic key. These parameters are 2. Change the information that is related to the
listed below: electronic key.

a. Access level
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b. Expiration date

c. Description

3. Delete an electronic key.

4. “Security Bypass Times”

5. Set the internal clock.

6. “Fleet Configuration”

Note: Refer to the Testing and Adjusting, “Key -

Program” section for additional information on items
2.a., 2.b., 2.c., 3, 5, and 6. Refer to the Testing and
Adjusting, “Scheduled Access - Program” section
addition information on item 4.
Note: A single electronic key can be used on as
many machines with an MSS as desired. The
following parameters can be different on each
machine: Description, Access Level and Expiration
Date. The ID will be the same on all the machines

Note: The features of the MSS are supported in

version 2015A or later of the Caterpillar Electronic
Technician (ET).
Table 3
Security Type Description Access Level Expiration Security ID

Key Operator 1 Master “- - - - -” 0:183243096

Key Operator 2 Standard “- - - - -” 0:110105956

Passcode Operator 3 Standard “10/24/2016” 245865321

Security ID Access Level

The ID that is stored in the electronic key is a 16-digit You may assign one of two access levels to a key in
number that is displayed as two 8-digit numbers in the list of keys. The levels are either “Standard” or
the Caterpillar® Electronic Technician (ET). This field “Master” . Both access levels allow the key to disarm
is known as “Security ID” . When the numbers are the system for operation. The master access level
combined, the complete ID number is formed. The also gives the user the ability to modify the settings of
ECM uses this ID to associate a key to the set of the Machine Security System with the Caterpillar
parameters in the list of keys. Entries in the list may Electronic Technician (ET).
have the same information for the following items:
Description, Access Level and Expiration Date. You The standard access level is for normal operation of
may choose a description of 11 characters or less for the machine. The master access level should be
each key in the list of keys. There can be multiple restricted to those persons that need to modify the
entries in the list with the same description. Create a settings of the Machine Security System.
description so that the key describes either the owner
of the key or the function of the user. Security Type
Passcodes are utilized on some machine in place of The security type identifies the type of security
electronic keys. This passcode will be a number access that is being utilized. There are currently two
assigned to an operator to allow authorized operation types of security identification.
of the machine. Refer to the machine Operation and
Maintenance Manual for additional information. • Key

Note: Duplicate descriptions for the electronic keys • Passcode

are not advisable.
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Expiration Date (Table 4, contd)

“Tuesday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
An expiration date may be assigned to any key in the
list of keys. This expiration date is defined in 6 hour “Wednesday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00
intervals on a given date. The third entry in Table 3
contains an expiration date. For all of the other keys “Wednesday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
in Table 3 , the column with the expiration date is filled
“Thursday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00
with “Dash lines” . “Dash lines” indicates that those
entries do not have an expiration date. The Machine “Thursday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
Security System has an internal clock. Once the
internal clock has passed the expiration date for a “Friday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00
key, that key will no longer disarm the system.
However, the entry will not be deleted from the list of “Friday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 12:00
keys. A new expiration date can be set, or the feature
“Saturday Security System Bypass Start Time” 12:00
can be disabled. A possible use for the expiration
date is used with a rental contract. “Saturday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 12:00

Note: If the machine is running when the expiration

date and time are reached, the machine will continue Table 4 shows an example of “Security System
to run. When the machine is shut down and the 30 Bypass” . The “Start Time” is the time when the
second grace period has timed out, the machine will Machine Security System will disarm. The Machine
not be allowed to restart. Security System will return to the “armed” state at
the “Stop Time” . Between these two periods of time,
any Caterpillar ® key will operate the machine. Thus,
i06195480 the MSS is disarmed during this time period.

Scheduled Access All times are based on a 24 hour clock. For example,
6:00 am is 06:00 and 3:00 pm is 15:00. The Machine
( “Security System Bypass Security System will be disarmed during the times
that are listed below: Monday through Thursday from
Times” ) 06:00 to 18:00
SMCS Code: 7631
On Friday, the MSS is disarmed for only half of the
The Machine Security System can be programmed to workday. After 12:00 on Friday, the Machine Security
disarm for a time period. The MSS can be set to System will be armed automatically. Operation will be
disarm for different time periods on each day. Within restricted to operators with electronic keys that are
these periods of time, any Caterpillar ® key (a authorized in the ECM on that machine. Refer to
standard key or an electronic key) will operate the Table 4 .
machine. The Machine Security System is “armed” on the
weekend. Because the “Start Time” and the “Stop
Note: It is not possible to configure the “ bypass Time” are set for the same time, the Machine
times”” for an individual electronic key. The Security System will be armed throughout the day.
“ bypass times”” are not associated to an
individual electronic key. See Testing and Adjusting, “Scheduled Access -
Program” in order to program the security system
“Security System Bypass Times” are time periods bypass times.
that can be set to disarm the Machine Security
System automatically. An electronic key is not
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required during these periods. This feature can be
used for the normal work shift of the machine.
Outside the normal work shift, the Machine Security Diagnostic Operation
System would be armed. When the MSS is armed, an
electronic key is required to start the machine. This SMCS Code: 7631
feature would minimize the number of electronic keys A diagnostic code indicates that the ECM has
that are needed. detected one or more of the following conditions:
Table 4
“Sunday Security System Bypass Start Time” 00:00 • an invalid signal from an input
“Sunday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 00:00 • an improper feedback from an output
“Monday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00 • an internal error
“Monday Security System Bypass Stop Time” 18:00
One method of displaying diagnostic information is
“Tuesday Security System Bypass Start Time” 6:00 provided:
• Diagnostic codes with descriptive text can be
viewed with the Caterpillar Electronic Technician
(continued)
(ET).
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Display the diagnostic code with the Caterpillar i06195511

Electronic Technician.
This method of displaying the diagnostic codes uses
Protected Functions
the service tool to display the codes. The Component SMCS Code: 7631
Identifier (CID) identifies the specific component for a
specific diagnostic. The Failure Mode Identifier (FMI) There are two levels of protection for the machine
identifies the type of diagnostic that was detected. security system (MSS) :
The diagnostic codes allow consistent identification of
the problem. The service tool is used to display the • An electronic key with standard access level and a
CID-FMI with descriptive text for each combination. non-electronic key
The descriptive text will help to avoid mistakes in
interpreting the codes. • An electronic key with master access level (factory
password)
Active Diagnostics
The requirements for each level are explained below:
Active diagnostics indicate the presence of active
diagnostic codes for the MSS. A diagnostic code An Electronic Key with Standard Access Level
informs the operator that a problem exists with the and a Non-electronic Key
MSS.
• The table of the MSS keys can be viewed but the
If the Cat service tool is available, the service tool table cannot be modified.
can be used to display all active diagnostic codes.
The service tool will also display codes that have • The configuration settings of the MSS can be
been logged. viewed but the settings cannot be modified.

Logged Diagnostics Electronic Key with Master Access Level

A logged diagnostic will record problems that are A factory password or a master access level is
intermittent for the Machine Security System. Logged needed to modify any MSS settings through the
diagnostics eliminate the need to duplicate problems service tool.
that are intermittent. Logged diagnostics will increase
the accuracy of diagnosis. The time that is required to • The settings for the MSS can be modified.
troubleshoot a problem is reduced with the use of
Diagnostics. Logged diagnostics eliminate the need • The list of valid key IDs can be modified.
for trip recorders that are used to capture intermittent
diagnostic information. i06195540

The control module memory is used to store

diagnostic information. When a diagnostic is Service Operation Using
detected, the following information is logged: Service Tool
• The CID will identify the component that has failed. SMCS Code: 0785-UE; 7631
• The FMI will describe the problem. The service tool is used to communicate with the
ECM for the following information:
• Number of occurrences of the diagnostic code
• display and control of code
• The time of the first occurrence that the diagnostic
was detected. • programming

• Last occurrence time, when the diagnostic was last • management

detected (stored with both machine hours and
RTC stamp) • diagnostics

The problems which can be logged are listed in To protect the machine properly, the service tool
Troubleshooting, “Diagnostic Code List”. Refer to the requires a factory password or master access level
Troubleshooting manual for your machine key, before modifications can be made to the MSS.

The ECM logs the number of times that the machine

is started with the methods that are listed below:

• Starting using an unauthorized method

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i06195546 ECM Outputs

Electronic Control Module Status Indicator
(ECM) The status indicator displays status of the system.
SMCS Code: 7610-MCH The status indicator has three connections. One of
the three connections is for a ground. Another
connection is for the red LED. The third connection is
for the green LED.

Output Drivers
Output drivers are available to control critical machine
functions. Unless a valid “key ID” has been identified
by the system, the drivers will remain without power.

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System Components
SMCS Code: 7631

®
Caterpillar Electronic Key

Illustration 3 g00785019
Electronic Control Module (ECM)

The Machine Security System (MSS) is an integrated

feature for the machine ECM. The MSS software and
components are integrated into an ECM that controls
other machine functions. The system may utilize up to
255 electronic keys.
Note: The system will be limited to 50 keys on older
machines. This limitation is due to software limitations Illustration 4 g00793955
on the Machine ECM that utilizes a version of
software that does not support the larger key storage. The Caterpillar Electronic Key

The electronic key has the same key cut as the

ECM Inputs universal Caterpillar ® key. The electronic key has an
electronic chip that is embedded inside the head of
Keyswitch the key. The electronic keys are gray or yellow.

The key start switch is also used as an input signal to Exciter Coil
the MSS. The input from the key switch is used to
determine when the machine is on. Battery voltage is The exciter coil provides communication between the
connected to this input through the ON and START electronic key and the key reader module.
positions of the keyswitch. See Table 5 for input
voltages. The exciter coil is mounted around the keyswitch.
This position allows the exciter coil to communicate
Table 5 with the electronic key. Any ferrous metal between
Input Voltage 12V System 24V System the coil and the electronic key will interfere with the
communications. Mounting the coil in the same plane
Machine is operating 14.1 - 15.1V 27.6 - 29.6V as the top of the key start switch will minimize the
and the alternator is interference.
charging.
Note: Ensure that you have only one electronic
Machine is not 12V 24V
running.
key near the exciter coil when the MSS reads the
key. If there is more than one key, the ECM will not
be able to read the key and the machine will not
start.
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The exciter coil is connected to the harness via a 2- Status Indicator

pin connector and a length of wire.

Antitheft Keypad
The antitheft keypad, (if equipped), immobilizes the
engine, transmission, and hydraulic systems until a
valid passcode is entered.
Refer to the Machine Operation and Maintenance
Manual for details on the Anti Theft Keypad
operation.

Electronic Key Reader (MSS3i)

Illustration 6 g00862013

The state of the MSS is displayed by the status

indicator. The green LED of the status indicator turns
ON when the system is disarmed. The machine
should start. The red LED of the status indicator turns
ON when the system is armed and an invalid
electronic key has been read by the MSS. The
machine should not start. The green LED and the red
LED will remain OFF when the machine security
system is not installed.

Note: The Status indicator may be located in the

Illustration 5 g01007352 dash cluster on some machine. Refer to the System
Operation Manual for more information on the dash
When the key start switch is placed in the ON cluster.
position, the ECM will send a signal over the CAN
data link. That signal will command the key reader to
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excite the coil. The key ID from an electronic key is
sent back to the requesting ECM over the CAN data
link. Data Link
SMCS Code: 7631
Note: The key reader is NOT designed to
communicate with the Caterpillar ® Electronic
Technician (Cat ® ET). However the key reader CAT Data Link
control can be flashed via Cat ® ET. Refer to Test and
The Cat Data Link can connect the ECM for the
adjust section, “ECM Flash” section of this manual. following items:

• Service tools
• Onboard controls

• Monitoring systems
The service tool can send information to the ECM
through the Cat Data Link. The ECM can provide
information over the Cat Data Link to the following
items: other electronic controls and service tool. The
information can be for diagnostics, or the information
can be used to control other systems on the machine.
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CAN Data Link

The CAN Data Link is an input and an output of the
machine ECM. The CAN Data Link is designed to
communicate with other electronic control modules
through the machine harness. The CAN Data Link
consists of internal ECM circuits and a twisted pair of
wires within the wire harness. The CAN Data Link is
bidirectional. The CAN Data Link allows the ECM to
receive and transmit information and the CAN Data
Link allows the ECM to send and receive information.
The CAN Data Link communicates at a faster rate
than the CAT Data Link.
The Electronic Key Reader (MSS3i) utilizes CAN data
link for flashing.
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Testing And Adjusting Programming with a Service Tool

Section The “Security Management” function of the
Caterpillar ET allows you to view information on the
key currently in the key switch. You may also view a
list of authorized keys. The authorized keys are the
Testing and Adjusting keys that have been programmed into the MSS.

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General Information
SMCS Code: 7631
Caterpillar Electronic Key
The machine security system (MSS) uses a
Caterpillar Electronic key. The key contains an
electronic chip that is embedded in the head of the
key. This chip contains a unique identification
number. No two keys have the same ID. The
Electronic Key uses the same key cut as the standard
Caterpillar key. The electronic key can be used to
operate machines that are not equipped with the
MSS. The head of the electronic key is gray or yellow
in color.
A System Disarm Feature will allow a machine to
operate with any key. Refer to the Testing and
Adjusting, “Scheduled Access - Program” for
additional information.
Security Management
The Machine Security System uses the Caterpillar
Electronic Technician (ET), version 2015A or later, to
manage the settings of the system. There are
restrictions on accessing the settings. The “Security
Management” feature for the MSS controls the
access to the settings.

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Troubleshooting
SMCS Code: 7569
Refer to the Troubleshooting manual for your
machine in order to troubleshoot system failures.

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Key - Program
SMCS Code: 7631-591
The machine security system (MSS) may be
programmed to accommodate up to a maximum of
255 keys. A new key is programmed into the machine
ECM with the service tool.
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Illustration 7 g03858873
Security Management

Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar ET to “Security ID” is the unique identification numbers for
the machine that will be programmed. After the laptop the key.
computer is connected to the machine, start the ET.
Select the machine that has the MSS installed. Select Push Buttons – The following push buttons are
the “Security Management” option from “Service” available in the “Security Management” screen:
menu. The “Security Management” screen will be “Change” , “Add” and “Delete” .
displayed. Refer to Illustration 7 .
Layout of the Screen
The “Security Management” screen has the
following areas:
“ Current Key Information”” – The “Current Key
Information” area displays information of the key
currently in the keyswitch. If the “Description” ,
“Access Level” and “Expiration” information was not
entered for the current key, these areas will be blank.
“ Display Area”” – The “Security Management”
display area has five columns: “Security Type” ,
“Description” , “Access Level” , “Expiration” and
“Security ID” . The information can be sorted by a
column. Click on the heading of the column, in order
to sort by the information in that column. The
“Description” column is the name for the key. The
“Access Level” column displays the access level for
the key. There are two access levels: Master and
Standard. The Master Access Level gives the user
the capability to add or change information without a
factory password. Standard Access Level requires
factory passwords to add information on keys. The
“Expiration” column gives the date and the time that
a key will expire. Keys expire in 6 hour increments.
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Adding Key Information

Illustration 8 g03859338
Add key information

The “Add” push button allows you to add a key to the 4. Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar
list of Authorized Keys. Electronic Technician to the ECM on the machine.
Select the “ Add Security Information” from the
Note: When a function requires a factory password,
menu in the ET.
the “Enter Factory Passwords” box is displayed.
5. Select the “Security Management Option” under
To add a key, perform the following steps:
the Service Menu in the ET.
Note: Adding Keys requires a key with the master
6. Press the “Add” push button. The “Add Key
access level or a factory password.
Information” dialog box is displayed.
1. Insert a master key for that machine in the key start
7. Press the “Read” push button. ID1 and ID2 will be
switch. Turn the key to the ON position. If a master
filled with the information for the key that is in the
key is not used, then a factory password is
ignition.
required.
Note: The “ID1” field may contain a “0” .
Note: The MSS indicator should be green.
8. Enter the name for the key in the “Description”
2. Turn the key to the OFF position.
box, if desired. The description may have up to 11
Note: The MSS indicator should remain green. characters. If no description is entered, the
description will default to “Sec#” . The # sign
3. Insert the new key into the key start switch. This indicates a number. For example, “Sec1” , “Sec2”
insertion must be done within 30 seconds of step , “Sec...” .
2. Turn the key to the ON position before the MSS
indicator turns off. Note: Duplicate names for the keys in the list of keys
is not advisable.
9. Select the access level of the key from the
“Access Level” menu.
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10. Select an “Expiration” button: “Disable” or

“Enable”
“Disable” does not have an “Expiration Date” . If
“Enable” is selected, enter the “Expiration Date”
and “Expiration Time” for that key.

Note: Setting a Key with “Master Level Access” to

the “Enable” status with an expiration date will cause
the Key with “Master Level Access” to expire. If the
“Master Level Access” Key expires, you will no
longer be able to use the key as a Master Level
Access Key.

11. Press the “OK” button in order to add the

information for the key. The “Are you sure?” box is
displayed. Press “OK” in order to add the key.
Press “Cancel” in order to exit the “Add Key
Information” dialog box without adding the
information. Press “Help” to open on-line help for
assistance.
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Changing the Key Information

Illustration 9 g03859364
Change key information

The “Change” push button allows you to change the

“Description” , “Access Level” or “Expiration” of a
key. ID1 and ID2 cannot be changed.
Note: The “Change” push button is disabled until a
key is selected from the authorized list.
Note: When a function requires a factory level
security password, the “Enter Factory Passwords”
dialog box is displayed.
Note: Changing Keys requires a key with the master
access level or a factory password.
Perform these steps in order to change the key
information:
1. Highlight the key that you want to change. Press
the “Change” push button. The “Change Key
Information” dialog box is displayed.
OR
Double click the key you want to change. The
“Change Key Information” dialog box is displayed.

2. Enter the changes you want to make. See “Adding

Key Information” for more detail.
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Deleting Key Information

Illustration 10 g03859371
Delete Key

Note: You cannot delete the last Master key. An error

message will display if you attempt to delete the last
master access level key.
Note: Deleting Keys requires a key with master
access level or a factory password.
To delete a key:

1. Highlight the key you want to delete. Press the

“Delete” push button. The “Are you sure?” box is
displayed.

2. Press “OK” if you want to delete the key. Press

“Cancel” if you do not want to delete the key. You
automatically return to the “Security Management”
screen.
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Adding A Password

Illustration 11 g03882788

Note: Adding Passwords requires a key or password 6. Enter the name for the password in the
with the master access level or a factory password. “Description” box, if desired. The description may
have up to 11 characters. If no description is
1. Insert a master key for that machine in the key start entered, the description will default to “Sec#” . The
switch. Turn the key to the ON position. If a master # sign indicates a number. For example, “Sec1” ,
key is not used, then a factory password is “Sec2” , “Sec...” .
required. Alternatively a password entered through
the on-screen keypad with master access can be
used, if this feature is available on the machine. Note: Duplicate names for the passwords in the list of
“Security IDs” is not advisable.
2. Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar ® 7. Select the access level of the password from the
Electronic Technician to the ECM on the machine. “Access Level” menu.
Select the “Machine Security System” from the
8. Select an " “Expiration” button: “Disable” or
menu in the Cat ® ET.
“Enable” . “Disable” does not have an “Expiration
3. Select the “Security Management Option” under Date” . If “Enable” is selected, enter the
the “Service Menu” in the ET. “Expiration Date” and “Expiration Time” for that
password.
4. Press the “Add” push button. The “Add Security
Information” dialog box is displayed. Note: Setting a password with “Master Level Access”
to the “Enable” status with an expiration date will
5. Enter the desired password into the “Password” cause the password with “Master Level Access” to
box. Consult your User Manual for your machine expire. If the “Master Level Access” password
for password limitations. expires, you will no longer be able to use the
password as a Master Level Access password.
Note: The “ID1” field may contain a “0” .
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9. Press the “OK” button in order to add the

information for the password. The “Are you sure?”
box is displayed. Press “OK” in order to add the
password. Press “Cancel” in order to exit the
“Add Security Information” dialog box without
adding the information. Press “Help” to open on-
line help for assistance.
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Changing A Password

Illustration 12 g03882805
Changing a Password

Note: Changing Passwords requires a key or 6. Enter the name for the password in the
password with the master access level or a factory “Description” box, if desired. The description may
password. have up to 11 characters. If no description is
entered, the description will default to “Sec#” . The
1. Insert a master key for that machine in the key start
# sign indicates a number. For example, “Sec1” ,
switch. Turn the key to the ON position. If a master
“Sec2” , “Sec...” .
key is not used, then a factory password is
required. Alternatively a password entered through
the on-screen keypad with master access can be Note: Duplicate names for the passwords in the list of
used, if this feature is available on the machine. “Security IDs” is not advisable.
7. Select the access level of the password from the
2. Connect a laptop computer with the Caterpillar ® “Access Level” menu.
Electronic Technician to the ECM on the machine.
Select the “Machine Security System” from the 8. Select an " “Expiration” button: “Disable” or
menu in the Cat ® ET. “Enable” . “Disable” does not have an “Expiration
Date” . If “Enable” is selected, enter the
3. Select the “Security Management Option” under “Expiration Date” and “Expiration Time” for that
the “Service Menu” in the ET. password.
4. Press the “Change” push button. The “Change Note: Setting a password with “Master Level Access”
Security Information” dialog box is displayed. to the “Enable” status with an expiration date will
cause the password with “Master Level Access” to
5. Enter the desired password into the “Password” expire. If the “Master Level Access” password
box. Consult your User Manual for your machine expires, you will no longer be able to use the
for password limitations. password as a Master Level Access password.

Note: The “ID1” field may contain a “0” .

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9. Press the “OK” button in order to add the 1. Press the “Print Icon” in the upper left corner of
information for the password. The “Are you sure?” the tool bar. See Illustration 14 . The “Print
box is displayed. Press “OK” in order to add the Document” box is displayed.
password. Press “Cancel” in order to exit the
“Add Security Information” dialog box without 2. Press the “Print to File” button. Press “OK” in
adding the information. Press “Help” to open on- order to print the report. Press “Cancel” in order to
line help for assistance. exit the “Print Document” box without saving the
file.
Printing Key Information Note: The “Printing” box asks you to open a file,
create a new file, or cancel, if you do not have a file
open. Choose the appropriate button in order to
continue.
Open: Press the “Open?” push button. The
“Open File Dialog” box is displayed. Highlight a file
and press the “Open” push button. The “Print
New Document To File” box is displayed.
New: Press the “New?” push button. Enter a new
file name into the “new file name” box. Press
“OK” . The “Print New Document To File” dialog
box is displayed.
Cancel: Press “Cancel” in order to exit the box.
You return to the “Print Document” box.

Illustration 13 g03859373
3. In the “Print New Document To File” , enter a name
for the document. Press “OK” . The “Print to File is
Print Dialog Box
complete” box is displayed. Press “OK” in order
The “Print Document” dialog box allows you to send to return to the last active screen. Press “Cancel”
a report to a file, to a printer, or to the screen. The in order to exit the “Print New Document To File”
report includes the following information: box.
• Source of data To print a report to the printer:

• Time 1. Press the “Print Icon” in the upper left corner of

the tool bar. See Illustration 14 . The “Print
• Date of report generation Document” dialog box is displayed.
• ECM connection 2. Press the “Print to Printer” button and then press
• List of parameter values “OK” . The “Print to Printer is Complete” box is
displayed. Press “OK” in order to return to the last
• Information that is unique to the function that you active screen. Press “Cancel” in order to exit the
are printing “Print Document” box.
To print a report to a file: To print a report to the screen:

1. Press the “Print Icon” in the upper left corner of

the tool bar. See Illustration 14 . The “Print
Document” box is displayed.

Illustration 14 g03878065
Print Icon On Tool Bar
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Illustration 15 g03859378
Typical ET screen for Security Management

2. Press the “Print Preview” button and then press See Testing and Adjusting, “Configuration” in order to
“OK” . The “Print Preview Screen” is displayed. copy and save key information to a file
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the printer. “Next Page” views the next page of
the report. “Next Page” is disabled if you are on Scheduled Access - Program
the last page of the report. “Prev Page” views the (Security System Bypass)
previous page of the report. “Prev Page” is
disabled if you are on the first page of the report. SMCS Code: 7631-591
“Two Page” displays two pages of the report. Use the following procedure to change the Activation
“Zoom In” magnifies the text. “Zoom In” is Periods of the Security System Bypass:
disabled when the text is fully magnified. “Zoom
Out” decreases the size of the text. “Zoom Out” is Note: Changing the MSS Bypass times requires you
disabled when the text is at normal size. “Close” to use a key with master access level or a factory
will exit the preview. password.
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1. Insert a key with Master Access Level in the key

start switch and turn to the ON position.

2. Select “Service/Configuration” from the tool bar of

the Cat ® ET. This selection will bring up the
Configuration screen.

Illustration 16 g03859405
Typical ET screen

3. Highlight the “Security System Bypass Start Time”

for the day that you want to set up. Press the 7. To have the MSS armed 24 hours a day, repeat
“Change” push button at the bottom of the page. Steps 3 and 5 entering 00:00 as the “Start time”
This push button will bring up the “Change and 00:00 as the “Stop time” .
Parameter Value” screen.
Note: All times are based on a 24 hour clock. Refer to
4. Enter the desired “start time” in the space that is Testing and Adjusting, “Time - Set” for instructions on
provided. Then click the “OK” button. setting the date and the time of the MSS.

All times are based on a 24 hour clock. If you want

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the desired start time to be 6:00 am, then enter
06:00. If you want the desired start time to be 6:00
pm, then enter 18:00. Include the colon in the time Time - Set
setting or the MSS will not accept your entry.
SMCS Code: 7631-529
5. Highlight the “Security System Bypass Stop Time” Set the correct date and time for the Machine Security
for the same day. Press the “Change” push button System. Use the following procedure to set the date
at the bottom of the page. This push button will and time.
bring up the “Change Parameter Value” screen.
Enter the desired “stop time” in the space that is Note: Changing the MSS clock time requires a key
provided and click the “OK” button. with the master access level or a factory password.
When the 30 second grace period is active, the MSS
6. Repeat Steps 3 and 5 for all days which should Status LED will be illuminated GREEN with the
have Bypass Activation Times. keyswitch in the OFF position.
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1. Connect the Cat ® ET to the service connector via

the communication adapter.

2. Place the Master Access Level Key into the key

start switch and turn the key to the ON position.
®
3. Start the Cat ET.
4. Click on the “Connect” icon in the menu bar of the
Cat ® ET.
5. Once the Cat ® ET has established
communications with the MSS ECM, select the
“ECM date/time” option from the “Service” menu.
This selection will cause the Cat ® ET to display
the following screen. Illustration 19 g03859831
Local Date and Time

8. Enter the local date and time. Use an accurate time

source.
Note: Laptop clocks are not accurate and may have a
different time than the local time.

Illustration 17 g03859788
Date and Time

6. Press the “Change” button. This button will cause

the “Date and Time” dialog box.

Illustration 20 g03859850
ET Display
®
9. Then press the “OK” button. The Cat ET will
display the following message.

Illustration 18 g03859826
Time Zone

7. Select the local time zone from the drop-down list.

Illustration 21 g03859865
Cat ET Time Confirmation
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10. Click on the “Yes” button in order to change the

date and time or click on the “No” button in order
to cancel the change. The Cat ® ET will display the
new time on a 24-hour clock.

Illustration 22 g03859883
Cat ET Display 24 Hour Clock

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Factory Password - Obtain

SMCS Code: 7631-554-XW
You may use the following methods to obtain a
factory password. The first method is via the Feature
Protection System (FPS) via the Internet. The second
method is via the telephone help line. The procedures
for both methods are listed in the following sections.

Internet
1. The Feature Protection System (FPS) is a secure
web site and a password is required. Proceed to
step 1.a. if you do not have a “Login ID” and a
“Password” . Proceed to step 2 if you already have
a “Login ID” and a “Password” .

a. Refer to the “Telephone Help Line” section or

see your Caterpillar dealer in order to obtain
the factory password.

2. Open your web browser. Enter the address for the

Factory Password System (FPS) (“http://fps.cat.
com”) in the address bar of the web browser.
Upon accessing FPS, the “Corporate Web
Security” web site will appear.
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Illustration 23 g03859949
Login ID

3. Enter your “Login ID” and “Password” into the

“Corporate Web Security” site. Refer to Illustration
23 .
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Illustration 24 g03859954
Product Serial Number

4. Enter the following information: Note: Enter the hours that are displayed on the
service hour meter in the “Engine Units” block.
• “Product Serial Number” Select “Hours” as the unit.
• “Engine Units” • “Service Tool Serial Number”
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• “ECM Serial Number”

• “Total Tattletale Value”

• “Reason Code”

Note: The “Rerate” section is not used with the

Machine Security System. Do NOT enter information
in this section.

Note: The information that is listed above may be

obtained from the “Enter Factory Passwords” screen
in the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET). Refer to
Illustration 25 .

Illustration 25 g03859962
Factory Password
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Illustration 26 g03859985
Generated Password

5. Enter all the required information. Then click the

“Generate Password” button. The passwords will
then be generated.
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Illustration 27 g03879847
Factory Password Screen

6. Record both of the factory passwords. Note: (309) 636-8500 is also the telephone number
for the Dealer Solutions Network (DSN).
Note: Both passwords are required, in order to
change any parameters of the Machine Security The telephone help line will need the information that
System. is listed in order to obtain the password:

Telephone Help Line

The telephone help line for factory passwords is
available at the telephone number that is listed below:
(309) 636-8500
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• “Product Serial Number”

• Service Meter Hours ( “Engine Unit Block” )

• Serial number of the Service Tool (Electronic
Technician)

• Serial Number of the Machine ECM

• Total Tattletale Value

• Reason Code
Note: The information that is listed “Telephone Help
Line” may be obtained from the “Enter Factory
Passwords” screen in the Caterpillar ® Electronic
Technician (ET). Refer to Illustration 27 .

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i06195595 Once a file is saved in “Fleet/Key Configuration” , File

Management can be used to export the file as a *.
Configuration MSS file. The exported *.MSS file can then be
imported into the MSS Key Management Software
SMCS Code: 7631-025 program, for management of the “Fleet/Key”
information.
“ Fleet/Key Configuration””
Loading Data from the ECM
The “Fleet/Key Configuration” function allows you to
configure and manage a Machine Security System
(MSS) enabled machine or a set of machines. The 1. Connect the service tool to the Machine Security
function allows you to program, load, and save a set System ECM that you want to copy.
of configuration parameters and key information. The
information can be loaded from or programmed to the 2. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service”
MSS. This information can also be saved to or loaded menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration”
from a file. from the submenu.
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Note: Changing the “Fleet/Key Configuration”

requires a key with master access level or a factory
password.

3. If there is no recently loaded data available, the

“No data is available...” message box will display.

4. Press “Yes” to load data from the ECM. The

“ECM Selector” dialog box displays.
Press “No” if you do not want to load data. The
“Fleet/Key Configuration blank screen” displays.
Note: Pressing the “Load from ECM” push button
from the “Fleet/Key Configuration” screen also
displays the “ECM Selector” dialog box.

5. Highlight the Machine Security System ECM you

wish to copy from and then press “OK” . As the
data is loading from the ECM, the “Please wait”
message displays. Then, the “Loading data from
ECM” progress bar displays.

6. Press “Cancel” to exit the “ECM Selector” dialog

box. Press “Help” to open online help for
assistance.
You can cancel the loading process at any time, by
pressing the “Cancel” push button. The “Are you
sure...” message box displays. Press “Yes” to
cancel loading the data or press “No” not to
cancel loading the data.

7. When the data has been successfully loaded, “The

data has been successfully loaded” message box
displays.

8. Press “OK” . The “Fleet/Key Configuration”

screen displays with the “Program ECM” and the
“Save to File” push buttons are enabled.
Note: The data must be saved to a file before you
disconnect from the service tool or the data is lost.

Saving the Configuration to a File

1. Press the “Save to File” push button. The “Print

New Document to File” dialog box displays.

Note: If you do not have a file open, the “Printing”

dialog box asks you to open a file, create a new file,
or cancel. Choose the appropriate button to continue.
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Illustration 29 g03864372
Saving Configuration to a File

2. Enter a document name and description in the 3. Press “No” that you do not want to load data from
appropriate text boxes. Press the “OK” button. the ECM. The “Fleet/Key Configuration screen”
The “Fleet/Key Configuration saved successfully” displays.
message box displays. Press the “Cancel” push
button to exit the “Print New Document To File” 4. Press the “Load from File” push button. The “File
dialog box without saving the file. You will return to Management” dialog box displays.
the “Fleet Configuration” dialog box.
5. If the “Load from File” push button is pressed with
3. Press “OK” to return to the “Fleet/Key unsaved data on the “Fleet/Key Configuration”
Configuration” screen. screen, a message box displays asking if you want
to save changes.
Loading Data from a File 6. From the “ File Management” dialog box, highlight
the file from the “Files” list box. Next highlight the
1. Connect the service tool to the ECM to be “Fleet/Key Configuration document” that you want
programmed. to load from the “Documents” list box.
2. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service” 7. Open the document. As the data loads, a progress
menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration” bar displays. Then, the “Fleet Configuration”
from the submenu. message box displays.
If there is no recently loaded data available, the 8. Press “OK” . The “Fleet/Key Configuration”
“No data is available...” message box displays.
screen displays with the file data.
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Programming the ECM 1. Connect the service tool to the ECM to be

programmed.
Note: The data must be loaded from a file before you
can program an ECM. 2. Start the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET)
Note: Keys that are already programmed into the Note: This procedure requires Caterpillar Electronic
ECM can be unchecked from the “Fleet/Key Technician (ET) version 2002A or later.
Configuration” screen. This unchecking method is
only a time saving measure. If you do not uncheck
the keys, the “Program ECM” message box
displays. This message box lists all keys that were
not programmed because the keys were already
stored.
Press the “Program ECM” push button. The “ECM
Selector” dialog box displays.

Illustration 30 g03860018
ECM Selector dialog box

Highlight an ECM and press “OK” The “Please wait”

message box displays. Then the “Testing ECM”
progress bar displays.
You can cancel the uploading process at any time, by
pressing the “Cancel” push button. The “Are you
sure...” message box displays. Press “Yes” to
cancel uploading the data or “No” not to cancel.
Refer to the following procedures when you
“Append” or “Replace” the key list. Refer to the
“Append” section to append the list. Refer to the
“Replace” section to replace the list.

Append
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Illustration 31 g03864388
Copy Configuration, Service Menu, Fleet/Key Configuration

3. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service”

menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration”
from the submenu.
4. Open the document. As the data loads, a progress
bar displays. Then, the “Fleet Configuration”
message box displays.

5. Press “OK” . The “Fleet/Key Configuration”

screen displays with the file data.

6. Click on the “Program ECM” button. This button

displays the Fleet key information box.

Illustration 32 g03864392
Append
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7. Click on the “Append” button.

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8. Click on the “Yes” button if you are prompted.

When the data has been successfully uploaded, the
“Programming complete.” message box displays.
Press “OK”

Note: MSS can store a maximum number of 50 keys

at one time. “Fleet/Key Configuration” determines
the number of keys slots not programmed on the
MSS. You cannot program more keys than the
maximum number allowed. A message box displays
informing you of the number of key slots available or
that there are no more key slots are available.
Remove enough keys in order to add new key
information.
STOP.

Replace

1. Connect the service tool to the ECM to be

programmed.

Note: This procedure requires Caterpillar Electronic

Technician (ET) version 2015A or later.
2. Start the Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET)
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Copy Configuration, Service Menu

3. Select “Copy Configuration” from the “Service”

menu, and then select “Fleet/Key Configuration”
from the submenu.
4. From the “ File Management” dialog box, highlight
the file from the “Files” list box. Next highlight the
“Fleet/Key Configuration document” that you want
to load from the “Documents” list box.
5. Open the document. As the data loads, a progress
bar displays. Then, the “Fleet Configuration”
message box displays.

6. Press “OK” . The “Fleet/Key Configuration”

screen displays with the file data.

7. Click on the “Program ECM” button. The Fleet

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Replace

8. Click on the “Replace” button. i06195599

Machine Security System -

Uninstall
SMCS Code: 7631-011
Use the following procedure in order to uninstall the
Machine Security System (MSS) permanently.
Note: You will need to obtain a factory password in
order to perform this procedure. A master electronic
key will not allow the user to uninstall the Machine
Security System. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting,
“Factory Password - Obtain” section of this manual
for information on obtaining a factory password.
Note: One factory password is required in order to
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uninstall MSS premium software from the ECM that
the software is integrated with.
9. Click on the “No” button if you are prompted.
Note: An alternative to uninstalling the MSS software
When the data has been successfully uploaded, the is to use a master key in order to bypass the security
“Programming complete.” message box displays.
system. Refer to the Testing and Adjusting,
Press “OK”
“Scheduled Access - Program”.
Note: MSS can store a maximum number of 50 keys
at one time. “Fleet/Key Configuration” determines 1. Connect a laptop Computer with the Caterpillar ®
the number of keys slots not programmed on the ET to the machine via the communication adapter.
MSS. You cannot program more keys than the
maximum number allowed. A message box displays 2. Place a key in the key start switch.
informing you of the number of key slots available or
that there are no more key slots are available. 3. Turn the key to the “ON” position.
Remove enough keys in order to add new key
4. Start the Electronic Technician and establish
information.
communications with the machine MSS3i ECM.
STOP.
5. Select “Service/Configuration” from the toolbar on
the Cat ® ET. This selection will bring up the
configuration screen.

6. Highlight the “Machine Security System

Installation Status” and select the “Change”
button at the bottom of the page. This button will
bring up the “Enter Factory Password Screen” .
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7. Obtain a factory password. Refer to the Testing Programming – Programming refers to the process
and Adjusting, “Factory Password - Obtain” section of storing information in the memory of the control
of this manual for information on obtaining a module.
factory password. Software Enable Attachment – A feature or function
on a machine that uses software in order to enable
8. Change the value to “Not Installed” . the functionality. The actual software used to
accomplish the function is embedded in the standard
9. Remove the electronic key reader hardware and machine software (flash file). The feature requires a
plug the connector. factory level password in order to activate.
Standard Access Level – Keys that are
i06195606 programmed for this level of access permit the
operation of the machine.
Glossary of Terms Tattletale – The tattletale is a counter in the ECM that
SMCS Code: 7631 is used as part of the calculation for the factory
password. The tattletale is incremented after a factory
Armed – The state of the security system when the password is used. The affected parameter will have
machine is disabled. an increase in the specific parameter of the tattletale
and the total tattletale will reflect the increase as well.
CAN Data Link (CAN) – The CAN data link is an Once you use the factory password, the factory
electrical connection for communication with onboard password will no longer be valid. To make a change
devices. on the same ECM at a later date, another password
will be required.
Disarmed – The state of the security system when
the machine is able to operate normally.
Electronic Control Module – The portion of the MSS i06195610
that contains the microprocessor and memory
Electronic Key Reader – The electronic key reader
System Schematic
module sends key information to the ECM. The SMCS Code: 7566
information is transmitted from the exciter coil to the
key reader module. Refer to the corresponding schematic of the machine
or Special Instruction.
EID – Event Identifier
Exciter Coil – The exciter coil is a small coil of fine
wire. The wire is molded into the bezel of a keyswitch
with harness wiring. The exciter coil provides a path
of communication. The electronic key and the
electronic control module communicate via radio
frequency.
Factory Password – Protects the machine when
using the service tool. The password must be used
when any modifications are done to the MSS.
Immobilizer – The Machine Security System
Immobilizer is a feature within another ECM (Engine
and/or Transmission). This feature restricts the
operation of the machine until the Machine Security
System disarms.
Master Access Level – A level of access to permit
the operation of the machine. In addition, the key
allows the user to add new keys into the ECM and
allows MSS settings to be modified without a factory
password. Also, keys that are already programmed
can be modified.
MSS – Machine Security System
PID – A parameter identifier is used to identify
specific parameters that are used by the MSS.
Product ID – The Product ID is an 8 digit
alphanumeric number that identifies the machine.
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Index
C N
Configuration ................................................... 34 Normal Operation .............................................. 6
“Fleet/Key Configuration” ............................ 34 Armed ............................................................ 7
Disarmed........................................................ 7
Electronic Key ................................................ 7
D External Authentication Device (EAD) and
Data Link.......................................................... 13 Pass Codes.................................................. 7
CAN Data Link ............................................. 14 Reading the ID of a Key ................................. 6
CAT Data Link .............................................. 13
Diagnostic Operation....................................... 10
Active Diagnostics ........................................11
O
Logged Diagnostics ......................................11 Operation of Status Indicator............................. 7
Status Indicator.............................................. 8
E
Electronic Control Module (ECM) .................... 12
P
ECM Inputs .................................................. 12 Protected Functions..........................................11
ECM Outputs ............................................... 12
S
F Scheduled Access - Program (Security
Factory Password - Obtain .............................. 28 System Bypass)............................................. 25
Internet......................................................... 28 Scheduled Access ( “Security System
Telephone Help Line .................................... 33 Bypass Times” ) ............................................. 10
Service Operation Using Service Tool ..............11
System Components ....................................... 12
G Antitheft Keypad........................................... 13
General Information......................................4, 15 Caterpillar ® Electronic Key ......................... 12
Glossary of Terms............................................ 42 Electronic Key Reader (MSS3i) ................... 13
Exciter Coil................................................... 12
Status Indicator............................................ 13
I System Overview............................................... 5
Important Safety Information ............................. 2 System Schematic........................................... 42
Systems Operation Section ............................... 4

K
T
Key - Program.................................................. 15
Programming with a Service Tool ................ 15 Table of Contents............................................... 3
Key Information.................................................. 8 Testing and Adjusting ...................................... 15
Access Level.................................................. 9 Testing and Adjusting Section ......................... 15
Expiration Date ............................................ 10 Time - Set ........................................................ 26
Security Type ................................................. 9 Troubleshooting............................................... 15

M
Machine Security System - Uninstall ............... 41
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