How do states use OBD II for emission inspections?

Many states connect a computer directly to a vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector can then read "faults." In some states, this type of inspection has replaced the tailpipe emission test.
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Average speed
The system calculates the average speed from
the last resetting. Reset using RESET. ...
Cargo area lighting
The cargo area lighting comes on automatically
when the tailgate is opened. ...
Operation
Settings are made by pressing MY CAR on the
center console control panel and using the
menus displayed. ...
