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12 Glossary of Terms & Abbreviations
ABS
– Anti-Lock Brake System
AC
– Alternative Current
ADAS
-- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
AFS
– Adaptive Front-lighting System
CAN
– Controller Area Network
Communication Protocol
– Allows different systems and sensors in a vehicle to
communicate.
There are currently five Protocols:
• CAN Bus
• J1850 VPW
• ISO 9141-2
• J1850 PWM
• ISO 14230 KWP
DC
– Direct Current
DLC
– Data Link Connector
The 16-cavity connector on the vehicle that allows communication between the computer
system and the diagnostic tool.
DPF
– Diesel Particulate Filter
DTC
– Diagnostic Trouble Code
A code stored in the computer system’s memory, which helps to identify the fault
condition that is causing the MIL to activate.
Drive Cycle
– A set of driving procedures that, when met, provide the Enabling Criteria
for the I/M Monitors to run and complete their diagnostic tests.
Freeze Frame Data
–
A digital representation of engine and/or emissions system
conditions present when a fault code was recorded.
Generic Code
–
A DTC that applies to all OBD2 compliant vehicles.
I/M –
Instant Messaging
I/M Readiness –
An indication of whether or not a vehicle’s emissions-related system are
operating properly and are ready for Inspection and Maintenance testing.
LCD
–
Liquid Crystal Display
LED
–
Light Emitting Diode
Manufacturer Specific Code
– A DTC that applies only to OBD II-compliant vehicles
