OBD II Drive Cycle & Trip

1999 BMW 328i 2D Convertible, AutomaticSECTION OBD II Drive Cycle & Trip
  • A "Drive Cycle" consists of engine startup and engine shutoff.Β 
  • "Trip" is determined as vehicle operation (follow an engine-off period) of duration and driving style so that all components and systems are monitored at least once by the diagnostic system except catalyst efficiency or evaporative system monitoring.Β 
  • Within this text the term "customer driving cycle" will be used and is defined as engine start-up, operation of vehicle (dependent upon customer drive style) and engine shut-off.Β 
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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