What does the OBD interface mean?
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OBD interface refers to the On-Board Diagnostics system. The locations of the interface include: 1. Above the driver's left foot position; 2. Above the brake pedal; 3. Above the accelerator pedal; 4. Below the ashtray in front of the gear shift lever; 5. Below the glove compartment on the passenger side; 6. Near or inside the center armrest. The monitoring scope of automotive OBD includes: EGR, engine, particulate trap, catalytic converter, oxygen sensor, emission control system, and fuel system. The functions of automotive OBD are: 1. Detecting faults in components and systems to ensure that vehicle emissions do not exceed OBD requirements during its service life; 2. When detecting relevant emission faults, the OBD system can alert via the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) on the dashboard; 3. Enabling timely repairs of faulty vehicles to reduce emissions; 4. Assisting in diagnostics and targeted repairs through the OBD system.