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OBD II Diagnostics




Terms

Trip:
Starting the engine and then driving in such a manner that all the components and functions covered by OBD II diagnostics have been monitored.

Driving cycle:
Starting the engine.

Warming-up cycle:
Starting the engine and then an increase in engine temperature of at least 22 C (40 F) to at least 71 C (160 F).

Similar operating conditions:
- engine speed ±375 ρ/min
- engine load ±10%
- same heat status (under or over 71 C (160 F))