Steering and Inplement Control

Steering and Implement Controls
The 16M sets the new standard for motor grader operational efficiency.

Ease of Operation.
The revolutionary joystick controls and exceptional visibility make the 16M easier to operate without sacrificing control.
The intuitive joystick control pattern allows both new and experienced operators to become productive quickly.
Logical grouping of hydraulic functions in the joysticks allow any operator to easily control several functions at the same time. This allows the operator to be more productive and remain comfortable throughout the work shift.

Intuitive Steering Control.
The 16M introduces a breakthrough in joystick steering control. This technology creates a direct relationship between the lean angle of the joystick and the turning angle of the steer tires.
A brake tensioning system holds the joystick in position until the operator moves it. In addition, the steering control automatically reduces steering sensitivity at higher ground speeds for comfortable and predictable control.

Electronic Throttle Control.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) provides the operator with easy, precise, and consistent throttle operation. An automatic and manual mode on a single switch offers flexibility for different applications and operator preferences.

Left Joystick Functions.
The left joystick primarily controls the machine direction and speed.
1 – Steering: Lean joystick left and right
2 – Articulation: Twist joystick left and right
3 – Articulation Return to Center: Yellow thumb button
4 – Wheel Lean: Two black thumb buttons
5 – Direction: Index trigger shifts transmission to forward, neutral or reverse
6 – Gear Selection: Two yellow thumb buttons upshift and downshift
7 – Left moldboard lift cylinder: Push joystick to lower, pull joystick to raise
   – Left moldboard lift cylinder float: Pushing joystick through detent engages
      float



Articulation Return-to-Center.
This feature automatically returns the machine to a straight frame position from any articulation angle with the touch of a single button. Return-to-Center helps improve productivity and safety by allowing the operator to focus on controlling the moldboard.

Right Joystick Functions.
The right joystick primarily controls the Drawbar, Circle and Moldboard functions.

1 – Right moldboard lift cylinder: Push joystick to lower, pull joystick to raise
   – Right moldboard lift cylinder float: Pushing joystick through detent
       engages float
2 – Moldboard slide: Lean joystick left and right
3 – Circle turn: Twist joystick left and right
4 – Moldboard tip: Thumb switch fore and aft
5 – Drawbar center shift: Thumb switch left and right
6 – Electronic Throttle Control: Trigger switch is resume and decrement
7 – Differential Lock/Unlock: Bottom Trigger button

1 – Ripper Control Pod.
Infinitely variable roller switches control the rear ripper and/or front lift group (when equipped), for easy and comfortable control.

2 – Programmable Auxiliary Hydraulic Pod.
Four fingertip controls and a mini joystick maximize hydraulic control flexibility, accommodating up to six hydraulic circuits. Individual functions are easily programmable through Cat ET to meet the configuration you need.

The optional auxiliary hydraulic pod is provided in addition to the ripper control pod when the machine is configured with three or more auxiliary functions.