What this code means

Component / fault: ECM failure.
Reported detail: supply voltage low.
FMI 1 in the SAE J1939 / Caterpillar CDL convention means: Data valid but below normal operational range (most severe) — see the full FMI reference table.

On a Caterpillar display this code may appear as MID/CID 168 with FMI 1, or in the older PID/SID style. Wording of the reported detail follows the public Caterpillar fault-code listing cited below.

First checks (general, for this failure type)

The measured value itself is too low. Check the actual pressure / temperature / level first (leaks, low fluid, wear), then sensor plausibility.

These are general electrical checks for FMI 1 faults, not a substitute for the model-specific test procedure. If the fault is active and the machine is derated or shut down, follow the service manual for your model and serial prefix.

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Same component, other failure modes

FMI 0 FMI 2