Description:
The Vehicle ID parameter allows the truck or fleet owner to electronically identify the vehicle with a unique set of characters. The Vehicle ID can be up to 17 characters long.
The Vehicle ID is required when using the optional Fleet Information Software (FIS).
Available:
All electronically controlled on-highway engines covered in this handbook
Range:
| Range | Default | |
| 17 | Alpha-Numeric | Blank |
| Charactores |
Advantages:
Fleet Information Software offers many unique advantages to any fleet that uses Cat electronic engines. Assigning a Vehicle ID allows you to track the engine and vehicle performance using FIS. For complete details about Caterpillar’s Fleet Information Software contact your local Cat dealer.
Disadvantages:
None
Recommendations:
✔ Caterpillar recommends using the Vehicle ID feature for all applications where the owner or operator expects to generate vehicle specific reports.
✔ The Vehicle ID is often entered as the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).