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User Manual
15 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 made by a specific
manufacturer.
MIL
– Malfunction Indicator Lamp
The vehicle’s “Check Engine” warning light that activates when a DTC is stored.
OBD I
– On-Board Diagnostics Version 1
OBD II
– On-Board Diagnostics Version 2
OEM
– Original Equipment Manufacturer
PID
– Parameter Identification Data
Data returned by the vehicle’s Control Modules to the diagnostic tool.
TPMS
– Tire Pressure Monitor System
VCI
– Vehicle Communication Interface
WLAN
– Wireless Local Area Network
