Whether you are a full time mechanic, or just a hobbyist, keeping track of all the different OBD-II codes for various vehicles is a nearly impossible task, and while not everyone wants to keep their ...

Let’s start with a breakdown of what each digit of the OBD-II fault code means. This will help you understand the code itself. The first character identifies the system related to the trouble code.

DTC Codes Explained A standard DTC list was created by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Cars and light trucks compliant with the OBD-II standard were produced from 1996, when this became ...

OBD-II is the standard diagnostics port in cars, and it's been that way for years. When did it replace OBD-I in motorcycles?

This project allows you to connect to a vehicle's OBD-II port using a compatible ELM327 adapter and perform various diagnostic operations: Read and clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Monitor ...

Diesel engines use a similar system to announce faults as a gas-powered motor. Your diesel vehicle is still equipped with an OBD-II system that lets you look at trouble codes. If you see the P2002 ...