The principles of tuning OBDII vehicles are outlined for do-it-yourself novices and repair professional alike in this introduction to automotive electronic diagnostics. Beginning with basic automotive concepts of engine operation and the powertrain control module, topics span the history of OBDII, anatomy of the scan tool and its components, and the language and protocols that the OBDII uses to communicate faults. Diagnostic tips and detailed fault code descriptions for major domestic automobile manufacturers including General Motors, Ford, and Daimler-Chrysler accompany tips for Asian and European vehicles. The straightforward prose and cooking recipes listed at the end contribute to this comprehensive primer to electronic diagnostics.
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I keep this book in my toolbox. I don't know how I identified engine faults in the past! -- Johnny "Lightning" Wiker
I love this book! By helping me to diagnose the manufacturer's proprietary P1455 fault, it paid for itself immediately. -- Willie Figueroa / DiabloSport
My shop mostly repairs foreign cars. Still, this book has become our OBD II Bible! -- Frank Ortiz / Foreign Affairs Auto, West Palm Beach
I love this book! By helping me to diagnose the manufacturer's proprietary P1455 fault, it paid for itself immediately. -- Willie Figueroa / DiabloSport
My shop mostly repairs foreign cars. Still, this book has become our OBD II Bible! -- Frank Ortiz / Foreign Affairs Auto, West Palm Beach
About the Author
Peter David is a chief researcher at ToolRama, a developer of diagnostic tools for automobiles. He has been an automotive technician for 19 years. He is the author of OBDII Diagnostic Fault Codes. He lives in Boca Raton, Florida.
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OBDII Diagnostics Secrets Revealed,
By A Murphy (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: OBD II Diagnostic Secrets Revealed (Secrets Revealed series) (Hardcover)
I can only 1/2 recommend this book.Given in CA every other car is Audi, VW, Volvo, Saab, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, MB, etc. This book only covers Ford GM and Chrysler. However, given there are so few books of any description on OBDII or EOBD, this serves as a good beginner for the DIY enthusiast.
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This review is from: OBD II Diagnostic Secrets Revealed (Secrets Revealed series) (Hardcover)
This book doesn't reveal any secrets,or for that matter much information. It is rather long on OBD II theory and has a fairly good chapter on scan tool selection but falls far short in the diagnostic department. I had hoped this book would have information on acceptable sensor values, troubleshooting / diagnostic charts, etc. As far as diagnosis goes, this book is just one small step ahead of a trouble code chart. Since most of the newer scan tools incorporate this information in the tool itself I would recommend that you save the price of this book and apply it to a better tool.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: OBD II Diagnostic Secrets Revealed (Secrets Revealed series) (Hardcover)
This book is only good for a reference guide for Ford and
GM trouble codes. The book doesn't help any one who is trying to repair a really troublesome problem;in fact, it doesn't help in trouble shooting simple problems. Problems that could be fixed by simply turning the gas cap an extra turn or two. I only blame my self for wasting my hard earned money. Please take my advice and don't be fooled by the books good reviews, wich are odviously writen by people who are not professional technicians.
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designated spec, sensor circuit intermittent, circuit low input, circuit high input, early activation fault, self test range, manifold runner control, misfire monitor, freeze frame data, term fuel trim, pressure control solenoid, shift malfunction, temp circuit, diagnostic scan tool, fuel tank vacuum, evap system, clutch circuit, sensor intermittent, injector circuit, solenoid circuit, diagnostic tips, differential bus, diagnostic connector, intermittent changes, sensor switching Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Accelerator Pedal Position, Lists the Live Data, Diagnostic Executive, Lists the Freeze Frame Data, Insufficient Switching Bank, Shift Solenoid Circuit, Proprietary Pin, Circuit High Voltage, United States, Calculated Load, Circuit Low Voltage, Leak Detection Pump, Lost Communications, Open Loop, Sensor Circuit Intermittent High Voltage, Sensor Circuit Intermittent Low Voltage, System Bank, Engine Coolant Over-temperature, General Information, Non-Continuous Monitor, Positive Crankcase Ventilation, Protection Mode Active, Read Only Memory, Theft Deterrent System, Transition Time Ratio Bankl Sensor New!
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designated spec, sensor circuit intermittent, circuit low input, circuit high input, early activation fault, self test range, manifold runner control, misfire monitor, freeze frame data, term fuel trim, pressure control solenoid, shift malfunction, temp circuit, diagnostic scan tool, fuel tank vacuum, evap system, clutch circuit, sensor intermittent, injector circuit, solenoid circuit, diagnostic tips, differential bus, diagnostic connector, intermittent changes, sensor switching Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Accelerator Pedal Position, Lists the Live Data, Diagnostic Executive, Lists the Freeze Frame Data, Insufficient Switching Bank, Shift Solenoid Circuit, Proprietary Pin, Circuit High Voltage, United States, Calculated Load, Circuit Low Voltage, Leak Detection Pump, Lost Communications, Open Loop, Sensor Circuit Intermittent High Voltage, Sensor Circuit Intermittent Low Voltage, System Bank, Engine Coolant Over-temperature, General Information, Non-Continuous Monitor, Positive Crankcase Ventilation, Protection Mode Active, Read Only Memory, Theft Deterrent System, Transition Time Ratio Bankl Sensor New!
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