OBD code
[/oʊ.biː.diː koʊd/]
nounpl: OBD codes
código OBD
1. A diagnostic trouble code generated by a vehicle's onboard diagnostic system to identify malfunctions in the engine, emissions system, or transmission
The mechanic scanned the car and found an OBD code P0300 indicating random cylinder misfires.
O mecânico fez a leitura do carro e encontrou um código OBD P0300 indicando falhas aleatórias de ignição do cilindro.
2. A standardized alphanumeric code (usually starting with P, B, C, or U followed by four digits) stored in a vehicle's computer memory
Understanding OBD codes is essential for diagnosing engine problems without opening the hood.
Compreender os códigos OBD é essencial para diagnosticar problemas do motor sem abrir o capô.
OBD codes are crucial in both Brazilian and American automotive culture, especially since emissions testing and vehicle diagnostics are regulated by law. In Brazil, understanding OBD codes has become increasingly important with modern vehicles. In the USA, OBD-II codes (standardized since 1996) are fundamental to mechanics' work and vehicle maintenance. The knowledge of these codes distinguishes professional mechanics from casual car owners.
Related Idioms & Phrases
throw a code - when a vehicle generates an OBD code
read the codes - to scan a vehicle with a diagnostic tool
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