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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Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle
running well. Your Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet provides a comprehensive
periodic maintenance schedule up
to 150,000 miles ...
IDIS
IDIS (Intelligent Driver Information System) is an electronic information
system that avoids the driver being distracted by unimportant information in
testing driving situations. By continuously c ...
Keyless drive
Vehicles equipped with the optional Personal Car Communicator have the keyless
drive function, see page 63 for detailed information. ...