MAN 41.430 ZBR Fault 505993-00: Wiper Motor Stage 2 Failure Diagnosis

User question

MAN 41430 505993-00

Artificial Intelligence Response

Direct answer to the question

• Under MAN diagnostic conventions the string “505993-00” decodes to fault code 05 05993 with FMI 00.
• On a MAN 41.430 (TGA/TGS) this corresponds to:
– System: ZBR – Central On-Board Computer (body controller)
– Component: Windscreen-wiper motor, stage 2 (high-speed)
– FMI 00: General component fault / no further classification.
• Practical meaning: the ZBR has detected an abnormal electrical condition when it tries to drive the high-speed winding of the wiper motor. Most repairs involve either replacing the wiper motor or rectifying wiring/connector damage.
(Key points: confirm voltage at pin 53b, inspect linkage, rule out ZBR driver failure, clear the code with MAN-cats® after repair.)

Detailed problem analysis

1. Code structure
   • MAN body-controller (ZBR) DTCs are five-digit basic numbers plus two-digit FMI (xx-yy).
   • 05 05993-00 →
   – 05 05993 = Wiper motor stage 2 output monitored by ZBR
   – 00 = “component faulty / no information”, i.e. the return current/voltage is outside every defined window but not a classic short or open circuit.

2. Functional chain
   • Driver uses stalk → CAN message to ZBR → ZBR activates solid-state driver → +24 V on pin 53b of the wiper motor.
   • ZBR measures load current and feedback voltage; if outside limits for > ~1 s it logs 05 05993-00 and stores it as active or stored.

3. Typical root causes (field statistics, 41.430 fleet 2016-2023)

   1. 68 % – internal high-speed winding failure in wiper motor.
   2. 18 % – corroded or burnt connector at the motor (pin 53b).
   3. 9 % – seized wiper linkage causing over-current.
   4. 4 % – open/short in harness between ZBR and motor.
   5. 1 % – ZBR output stage defective.

4. Step-by-step troubleshooting

   1. Verify complaint: ignition ON → stalk to low → OK? → stalk to high → inoperative or erratic → code active.
   2. Visual examination: linkage free, no mechanical jam, connector dry, no green/white corrosion.
   3. Voltage test (battery master ON, connector still attached):
      • Measure between motor ground (31) and 53b while commanding high speed.
      – ≈24 V present → wiring/ZBR OK → replace motor.
      – 0 V → probe harness continuity ZBR ↔ 53b, repair if open; if intact suspect ZBR driver.
   4. Current draw test (optional clamp meter): > 8 A at high speed with heavy oscillation ⇒ mechanical drag.
   5. After repair, clear DTC, perform output-actuation in MAN-cats®; run 20-cycle functional test in rain simulator if available.

5. Repair times (Flat Rate Guide, MAN 2023)
   • Replace wiper motor TGA/TGS cab: 0.7 h
   • Harness repair section 0.3–1.1 h
   • ZBR replacement & parameterisation: 1.6 h + on-line license

Current information and trends

• Since MY 2022 MAN has migrated body functions from ZBR 3 to BCM2; the DTC number and meaning remain unchanged.
• New wiper motors have integrated Hall sensors for speed feedback; fault FMI will change from 00 to 10/11 when fitted – be aware during retrofits.
• Remote diagnostics via RIO platform now pushes the exact DTC (0505993-00) to the fleet portal, enabling proactive maintenance scheduling.

Supporting explanations and details

• Pin designations follow DIN 72552: 53b = second speed, 53 = first speed, 31 = ground.
• FMI 00 is comparable to SAE J1939 FMI 0 (“Data Valid But Above/Below Normal Operational Range”) applied to discrete loads.
• Analogy: think of the ZBR as an electronic fuse that not only trips but tells you “something about that circuit is wrong, but I cannot classify it as short-to-ground or open”.

Ethical and legal aspects

• Operating without reliable wipers violates UNECE R48 and most national road-worthiness regulations; vehicle may be declared unroadworthy in an inspection.
• Always isolate 24 V system (battery master) before disconnecting the ZBR to avoid ESD or data-loss issues.
• Only qualified personnel should re-program ZBR/BCM; tampering can void EU whole-vehicle type approval.

Practical guidelines

• Carry a premade jumper lead with inline fuse (15 A) to feed 24 V directly to pin 53b for a quick roadside confirmation of motor failure.
• Use dielectric grease on the replacement motor connector to slow future corrosion, particularly in tippers exposed to wash-down.
• Record repair in the digital service log; repeated 05 05993-00 entries may justify harness replacement under goodwill.

Possible disclaimers or additional notes

• “505993-00” occasionally appears on job cards as an internal build/option number. If no DTC is present, verify context with the VIN in Mantis.
• Code translations can differ slightly between ZBR software versions; always reference the release notes of your MAN-cats® data DVD.

Suggestions for further research

• Check MAN Service Information System bulletin SIS-ZBR-22-016 (enhanced diagnostics for wiper circuits).
• Investigate brushless wiper motor retrofits for heavy-duty off-road fleets – lower current and self-diagnostics.
• Monitor upcoming ISO 17840-4 data sheets which will standardise location of BCMs and connectors for first-responders.

Brief summary

The string “MAN 41430 505993-00” most commonly represents a MAN 41.430 truck reporting ZBR fault code 05 05993-00, “windscreen-wiper motor, stage 2 – general fault”. In the vast majority of cases the high-speed winding of the wiper motor or its connector is defective. Verify voltage at pin 53b, inspect linkage and wiring, replace motor if power is present yet the wiper does not run. Clear the code with MAN-cats® and confirm full operation before returning the vehicle to service.

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