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“Ready” all of the time. If testing of a
particular supported non-continuous monitor
has not been completed, the monitor status
will be reported as “Not Complete” or “Not
Ready.”
In order for the OBD monitor system to become
ready, the vehicle should be driven under a
variety of normal operating conditions. These
operating conditions may include a mix of
highway driving and stop and go, city type
driving, and at least one overnight-off period.
For specific information on getting your
vehicle’s OBD monitor system ready, please
consult your vehicle owner’s manual.
2.6 OBD II Definitions
Power train Control Module (PCM) -- OBD II
terminology for the on-board computer that
controls engine and drive train.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) --
Malfunction Indicator Light (Service Engine
Soon, Check Engine) is a term used for the light
on the instrument panel. It is to alert the
driver and/or the repair technician that there
is a problem with one or more of vehicle's
systems and may cause emissions to exceed
federal standards. If the MIL illuminates with
a steady light, it indicates that a problem has
