Craftsman 14063 User Manual download pdf (Page 3)

Introduction

WHAT IS OBD?

Craftsman 14063 1

WHAT IS OBD?

The Code Reader is designed to work on all OBD2 compliant

vehicles. All 1996 and newer vehicles (cars, light trucks and SUVs)

sold in the United States are OBD2 compliant.

One of the most exciting improvements in the

automobile industry was the addition of on-

board diagnostics (OBD) on vehicles, or in more

basic terms, the computer that activates the

vehicle’s “CHECK ENGINE” light. OBD1 was

designed to monitor manufacturer-specific

systems on vehicles built from 1981 to 1995.

Then came the development of OBD2, which is

on all 1996 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. Like its predecessor,

OBD2 was adopted as part of a government mandate to lower vehicle

emissions. But what makes OBD2 unique is its universal application for

all late model cars and trucks - domestic and import. This sophisticated

program in the vehicle’s main computer system is designed to detect

failures in a range of systems, and can be accessed through a universal

OBD2 port, which is usually found under the dashboard. For all OBD

systems, if a problem is found, the computer turns on the “CHECK

ENGINE” light to warn the driver, and sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code

(DTC) to identify where the problem occurred. A special diagnostic tool,

such as the Code Reader, is required to retrieve these codes, which

consumers and professionals use as a starting point for repairs.

The Code Reader provides the additional ability to retrieve Anti-Lock

Brake System (ABS) DTCs from most Chrysler/Jeep, Ford/Mazda,

GM/Isuzu, Honda/Acura and Toyota/Lexus vehicles. Refer to Vehicle

Applications - ABS on page 32 for vehicles covered.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ... 35 36

No comments

Craftsman 14063 User Manual Page 3