E12
JCB Low Coolant Level Alarm

E12 displayed; engine shuts down and controller indicates low coolant level or coolant loss.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Coolant leak in hoses or radiator, Faulty coolant level sensor, Loose radiator cap, Head gasket failure (internal coolant loss)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Allow engine to cool fully before opening the cooling system. Pressurized hot coolant can cause burns.

  • Visual inspection: Check under and around the JCB generator for signs of coolant puddles or dried residue. Inspect all hoses, clamps, and the radiator core.
  • Top up coolant: Fill the expansion tank and radiator (if accessible) with the correct coolant mixture. Bleed air if the system has bleed points.
  • Check level sensor: Locate the coolant level probe in the header tank or radiator. Inspect wiring and connector. Clean the probe if fouled and test continuity or resistance per manual.
  • Pressure test: If coolant loss is frequent, perform a cooling system pressure test to locate leaks. Look for white smoke from exhaust or milky oil, which may indicate head gasket issues.
  • Replace faulty components: Replace leaking hoses, clamps, radiator, or level sensor as needed.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Coolant Level Sensor
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