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A DTC is made up of 5 digits. The figure below demonstrates the composition of a OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code. ![]() OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Codes ExplainedOBD-II codes consist of a number of parts. Below is a breakdown of what each digit of the code means: First Character - System - The first character identifies identifies the system related to the trouble code. P = Powertrain Second Digit - Code Type - The second digit identifies whether the code is a generic code (same on all OBD-II equpped vehicles), or a manufacturer specific code. 0 = Generic (this is the digit zero -- not the letter "O") Third Digit - Sub-System - The third digit denotes the type of sub-system that pertains to the code 1 = Emission Management (Fuel or Air) Fourth and Fifth Digits - These digits, along with the others, are variable, and relate to a particular problem.
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