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2.4 OBD II Readiness Monitors
An important part of a vehicle's OBD II system is the Readiness Monitors, which are
ensure that they are performing within allowable limits.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Not all monitors are supported in every
vehicles and the exact number of monitors in any vehicle depends on the motor vehicle
manufacturer's emissions control strategy.
Continuous Monitors -- Some of the vehicle components or systems are continuously
operating conditions. The continuously monitored components listed below are always
ready:
2. Fuel System
3. Comprehensive Components (CCM)
Once the vehicle is running, the OBD II system is continuously checking the above
fuel demands.
Non-Continuous Monitors -- Unlike the continuous monitors, many emissions and engine
monitor is ready. These monitors are termed noncontinuous monitors and are listed below:
1) EGR System
2) O2 Sensors
3) Catalyst
4) Evaporative System
5) O2 Sensor Heater
6) Secondary air Injection
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