Generic Functions

Selecting Generic Functions from the Vehicle Systems Test/Function menu opens a submenu of available OBD-II/EOBD tests and functions for 1996 and newer vehicles.

For additional information on generic OBD-II functions refer to the Global OBD Vehicle Communications Software Manual.

Typical OBD-II/EOBD tests and functions include:

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MIL Status - displays the ID and status of the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

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Troubleshooter - displays vehicle specific experience-based tests and tips

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Readiness Monitors—displays the status of the OBD-II/EOBD required monitors

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($01) Display Current Data - displays a screen containing Generic OBD PID data

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($02) Freeze Frame—displays data stored in ECM memory when a DTC is set

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($05) Oxygen Sensor Monitoring—displays on-board oxygen sensor monitoring test results

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($06) On-Board Monitored Systems—displays the status of system monitors

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($08) Request Control of On-Board System—establishes bidirectional ECM communication

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($09) Calibration Identification—displays the ECM calibration identification numbers

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($09) Calibration Verification Number—displays the ECM calibration

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($09) In-Use Performance Tracking—displays a monitoring conditions report

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($09) Vehicle Identification Number—displays the VIN

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($0A) Emissions Related Fault with Permanent Status—displays a record of permanent codes