Rail service vehicle installation | Geotab Support Center

Kit contents

Review the items and options in the GO device kit for a rail service vehicle.

The GO device kit for rail service vehicles includes the following:


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Instruction manual Serial number stickers Cable tie GO device
Either one of the following: Light-duty T-harness Heavy-duty T-harness Note: Some heavy-duty vehicles require a vehicle-specific FMS harness.
(Optional) IOX-AUXM harness.
(Optional) Hi-rail magnetic sensor, part number 03-01-0005 or 03-69-0116. For more information, see Hi-rail wiring.

Review the checks, mounting plan, and Customer sign-off needed before work starts.

Before installing the GO device, complete the following prerequisites:

Inspect the vehicle.
Determine the best location to install the GO device, taking Customer needs into consideration.
Receive Customer sign-off on the installation plan.

Review the tools and supplies to have ready before installing a GO device.

Have the following recommended tools and supplies ready before installing the GO device:

Drill with an extra battery
Sharp metal drill bits for ¼-inch (7 mm) hardened steel
Either wire and loom or exterior heavy-jacket cable that is weather-resistant
Stainless steel fastening hardware, including nuts, bolts, and lock washers, to mount the sensor bracket to the hi-rail system
Stainless steel self-tapping screws (optional)
Bolt cutters
Cable ties
Voltmeter and ohmmeter
Pry tool for removing trim panels
Solder, soldering supplies, a soldering iron or mini torch, and heat shrink to extend wires to the IOX-AUXM
Personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, a reflective vest, and a hard hat