Bobcat Seat Bar Sensor Repair The Easy Way. Tips to save time and frustration.

[@jeffpassardi3738]

I have to say: your videos are top shelf. You have the right attitude and approach. I've learned that patience is key when diagnosing problems. Keep it up and thank you!

[@tetradgroup]

I appreciate that!

[@michaelsulwer779]

a pair of zip ties can compress the spring in conjunction with a vise as well. They are cheaper than the GM door compressor tool and works just a good.

[@davidsmith6577]

I followed your great instructions today and fixed the 763 Bobcat. I bought the spring compressor at Oreilly for about $11. Your video was perfect! Thank you. The part about removing the little piece of steel was right on time. I wouldn’t have done it. I really didn’t think the sensor was the problem. If I had not seen to remove the little piece of steel, we probably would have sent the computer off for repair. Thanks so much!

[@neiltheplayer]

Thank you. Excellent advice. I ordered spring compressor this morning

[@edcicci3792]

You did a great job! Outstanding. Wish I would have seen this before I did mine. I’m 75 and fought it all the way. Thank you for taking the time to show us dummies!

[@1247speed1]

That was very informational. Thx. Funny part is something so simple. Make sure that the actual steel bar inside the lap bar foam. Near the sensor isn't rusted real bad. I didn't notice the lap bar bad till I replaced the sensor. Just a FYI. Check your bar for being rusted through. The pad hides it. 👍

[@joea104]

Thank you for the great video I replaced my dad's sensor today and he was really pleased. We both appreciate the great tips and your fantastic video.

[@MrBwoff]

Well that is certainly how to do it. Ordered the tools you recommend, had everything ready, and it took about 15 minutes to complete. Thanks!!

[@tetradgroup]

Glad it helped!

[@ericstewart281]

We used your video to install a sensor. After we completed the work ,we still had issues. We found out it was a much simpler fix. The rubber grommets that the safety bar rests on were completely wore down. This was allowing the bar to drop lower ,and the sensor was not engaged. Your video was very helpful. Just some info for others before they purchase the replacement parts. New grommets are much cheaper

[@tetradgroup]

Thanks for the feeback!

[@davidjackson4112]

Thank you so much for the tip. I own a T300 and have a hard time cleaning the side panel glass. Any tip in removing the glass panel shield?

[@dane9175]

Thanks!

[@tetradgroup]

Thank you

[@mikeyg9619]

Per usual, you make it look easy. Thanks for the good info.

[@tetradgroup]

Thanks, I definitely learned by doing it the hard way

[@Rprecision]

Awesome, makes sense how it all works. As a old GM tech I learned of KD tools small engine valve spring compressor was the only way to go ! I seen many broken parts and egos from a door spring getting loose. They had a nasty habit on Cadillacs of breaking the windshield from the inside.......

[@lasiuyz250x7]

I love your videos!!!!! Can you explain how you diagnose the problem with the seat bar sensor ? Thank you

[@tetradgroup]

Depends on model and serial number, what is the symptoms, any codes, or any flashing light.

[@lasiuyz250x7]

@@tetradgroup is there a way to contact you ? Thank you

[@tetradgroup]

@@lasiuyz250x7 www.4tetradgroup.com

[@HenryDavidThorough]

I'll be doing this repair on my boss's T250 next week. He repaired the sensor a few months ago, I believe his machine is 2006. I'm not sure what he did during the repair, but is there certain things other than slamming the bar back down on the senor that can cause premature failure? When it was going out, you had to repeatedly slam the bar down, it didn't happen all at once, it was more of a slow failure which makes me think something in the initial repair went bad. Any advice would be helpful, thank you for this video and your time.

[@jrac863]

Any idea where I can get the plug end that connects to the sensor.Mine is beat up pretty bad

[@LuisGomez-zk7de]

I have a question. I have a bobcat T450 and the right side skid track locked up. What do you think, happened. I tried everything. My I have your opinion. Please and thank you

[@williamhague2768]

I’m interested in how to test the sensor without any fancy bobcat tools. Any help?

[@Tolik2012able]

Would this cause traction control, only one wheel moving, other one locked?

[@sama4p7]

謝謝！

[@tetradgroup]

I really appreciate the support!

[@CarlosLopez-iu1rq]

I have A question. I replaced my sensor . And when I’m operating it still gets stuck as if the seat bar went up. I replaced the brake solenoid because bobcat said this is my problem. And sure enough it’s still doing the same thing .. any tips on what else u think it might be ?

[@tetradgroup]

Depends on the model really. One thing to check is the alternator output voltage, if it is overcharging then the system will lock up on you.

[@djyork5453]

@@tetradgroup Thanks for this as it makes sense as to my symptoms. I have a 773 SN 517619292 This thing will drive me crazy locking up at times and other times it operates just fine. I think I've started to find a pattern of it doing it more frequently after sitting for a while. My working theory is that the battery is possibly weak and the alternator is working hard to charge it initially. After operating it for a bit and getting the battery built back up it seems to lock up far less frequently or maybe stop all together for the remainder of the day. Does this make sense?

[@kaitlindesselle3712]

Hey there-is there a separate video where you discuss diagnosing the sensor as the issue? Thanks!

[@tetradgroup]

Great question, I do not have a video on the diagnosis but thanks for the idea, I will work on it.

[@davidrobinson9925]

Mine just barely moves, and it locks down. Should I replace mine

[@QuinnBarton-nz8wj]

Well done !

[@andrewgable7273]

Thanks for that!!! Hopefully I'll never have to do that on my T770!

[@tetradgroup]

They don't fail often, they are usually misdiagnosed when they are replaced

[@andrewgable7273]

@@tetradgroup Seems like a very simple design. I just had the door sensor go on my T770 with the forestry kit. I ran my mulcher all last year with that bad sensor, with no issues. After winter, I hooked it up to do a little clean up around my house, and the bloody thing wouldn't run. I had to wait 2 weeks to get that sensor, and they had to steal it off of a new forestry package out of WA somewhere. It works great now!! Greatly appreciate your vids. I love learning about my machine, and my E42 i have rented for the summer. Just got my 50 hour service done on the Excavator on Thursday. After watching a couple of your vids on the E42, I helped my Technician out, while working on it. Thanks again!!!

[@concernedcitizen3651]

Great info

[@tetradgroup]

Glad it was helpful!

[@victorhernandez769]

Thank you...

[@brettbondy9032]

Just show us how to bypass sensor

[@tetradgroup]

That's in a separate video

[@poonpritam520]

👌👍👍

[@dbolsinger]

Bobcat says nothing about that little metal bar. Nothing in the service manual no advisory in or on the box, had to look through the case files to figure out why 2 sensors in a row wouldn't work.

[@pantherplatform]

Thank God it's not a 10mm because ain't nobody got one a dem.

[@williamhague2768]

Thanks!