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General Information For On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

Characteristics of On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

The Engine Control Module (Motronic Engine Control Module -J220-) is equipped with DTC memory.
If malfunctions occur at the emissions relevant systems or components, they are stored in DTC memory with a description of the malfunction type.
The Engine Control Module (ECM) differentiates between different DTCs after evaluating the information. Testing and Inspection
The stored malfunctions can be checked with a standard diagnostic tester, diagnostic mode 3: Check DTC memory. Diagnostic Mode 3: Check DTC Memory

When harness connectors are disconnected from the Engine Control Module (ECM) or the battery is disconnected, all adaptation values in the control module are erased. DTC memory content will remain intact however. If the engine is started after this, a rough, uneven idle can result. In this case, the readiness code must be generated again. Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes

The following work steps must be performed in the described sequence after the malfunction(s) have been repaired:
1. Check DTC memory Reading Diagnostic Trouble Codes
2. Erase DTC memory Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
3. For completion, generate readiness code. Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes