OBD-II: Functions, Monitors and Diagnostic Techniques

OBD II: FUNCTIONS, MONITORS, AND DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES, is a great resource to offer complete coverage of OBD II and encompasses everything readers need to know to succeed as technicians in the field. For a total learning solution, this exciting new book combines coverage of OBD II design, its role in state emission testing failures, diagnosis and repair, and the setting of readiness monitors. It provides readers with a solid working knowledge of the purpose and functions of the OBD II by beginning with an overview of the technology and its role in on-the job tasks. Using this as a foundation, more advanced topics are then addressed, including the extremely high-powered diagnostic abilities involving the various scanner modes, as well as the hows and whys of setting readiness monitors. With numerous practical examples and an emphasis on world-wide vehicle coverage that does not limit explanations to specific manufacturers, OBD II: FUNCTIONS, MONITORS, AND DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES, will prepare readers for success in the industry.

1. Introduction to OBD-II 2. OBD-I vs OBD-II 3. DTC's 4. Readiness and monitors 5. Scan data and freeze frame 6. Misfire monitor 7. Fuel monitor 8. Comprehensive component monitor 9. EVAP monitor 10. CAT monitor 11. EGR monitor 12. AIR monitor 13. O2S heater monitor 14. O2S monitor 15. Thermostat monitor 16. Using OBD-II Mode 6 17. Bi-directional control 18. Repair baseline techniques 19. EVAP specifics 20. EGR specifics 21. Using a DSO on an OBD-II vehicle