What does 'car code' mean in Chinese?
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Car code indicates that there is a fault in the vehicle. The specific fault code needs to be determined by connecting diagnostic equipment for inspection. Depending on the vehicle model and configuration, some driver information centers cannot display information in Chinese, so vehicle information is shown as code numbers to indicate faults. For example, in the Chevrolet Cavalier, code 35 means 'please replace the remote key battery,' and code 79 means 'insufficient engine oil, please add.' Car code: It refers to the car's detection chip. If the chip cannot be detected, the dashboard will light up. When this indicator is illuminated, the vehicle cannot start. Repeated ignition attempts may lock the engine, commonly known as engine immobilization. For vehicles equipped with an engine immobilizer system, even if a thief manages to open the door, they cannot drive the car away. A typical engine immobilizer system works as follows: the car's ignition key contains an electronic chip with a fixed ID. The car can only start if the key chip's ID matches the ID on the engine side. If they do not match, the car will automatically cut off the circuit, preventing the engine from starting. Meaning of car fault displays: In actual vehicle repairs, technicians rely more on analyzing fault symptoms and related data (fault codes, data streams) to identify the cause of the fault. Diagnostic logic is crucial. Some fault codes do not necessarily indicate electronic component failure; they may also be caused by mechanical faults. Among the 86 engine fault codes, 28 are related to mechanical issues that distort signals in the electronic control system. For example, P0017 (crankshaft-camshaft position correlation fault) could be caused by poor-quality oil clogging oil passages, timing chain misalignment or stretching, damage to the camshaft timing gear assembly, or incorrect timing marks.
I recently saw someone online asking about the meaning of car codes in Chinese, which reminded me of the confusion I encountered when I first started driving. Car codes are actually vehicle trouble codes, which are combinations of numbers and letters displayed by the onboard computer when a problem is detected. Each code represents a specific fault in Chinese. For example, the common P0300 means random misfire, possibly due to aging spark plugs; P0420 indicates low catalytic converter efficiency, requiring an emission system check. The first time my check engine light came on, I read this code and found out it was a minor issue caused by a loose gas cap. For daily car use, it's recommended to regularly scan codes with a diagnostic tool to avoid major repairs. These codes help us quickly locate problems, acting like a small translator, and understanding them brings peace of mind. If you're unsure, consult a mechanic to ensure safety.
