Where is the OBD interface located on the Peugeot 408?

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07/30/25 12:15am
The OBD interface of the Peugeot 408 is located inside the instrument panel cover beneath the buttons on the left front side of the driver's seat. Open the cover, and you will find the OBD interface inside. The OBD interface can not only connect to a fault diagnosis computer but also to some external displays. Once connected, the external display can read certain data. Here is some relevant information: 1. The Chinese meaning of OBD is On-Board Diagnostics. During vehicle operation, this system can monitor the working conditions of the engine's electronic control system and other functional modules of the vehicle in real time. It uses specific algorithms to determine specific faults. If any abnormal conditions are detected, they are stored in the system's memory in the form of diagnostic trouble codes. 2. The system can assist in vehicle maintenance and repair by providing useful information obtained through self-diagnosis. Maintenance personnel can read the fault codes using the vehicle's original specialized equipment, enabling quick fault identification and facilitating vehicle repairs, thereby reducing manual diagnosis time.
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