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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Acceleration
The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged
during full-throttle acceleration. ...
Radio text
Some stations transmit information on program
content, artists, etc. This information can
be shown on the display.
Activate/deactivate in FM mode under Show
radio text. ...
Steel cargo grid
Your vehicle can be equipped with a steel grid
that helps prevent objects in the cargo area
from moving forward into the passenger compartment. ...
