DTC standard (J2012)
J2012 is a standard for diagnostic trouble codes set by the SAE (Society of
Automotive Engineers) for emission-related systems. OBD II requires the use of
this standard for compliance.
Vehicle Service Information
The following is a list of publishers who have manuals containing vehicle
diagnostic information. Some manuals may be available at auto parts stores
or your local public library. For others, you need to write for availability and
pricing, specifying the make, model and year of your vehicle.
Vehicle Service Manuals:
Chilton Book Company
Chilton Way
Radnor, PA 19089
Haynes Publications
861 Lawrence Drive
Newbury Park, CA 91320
Mitchell Manuals, Inc.
Post Office Box 26260
San Diego, CA 92126
Motor's Auto Repair
Manual
Hearst Company
250 W. 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
Ford, Lincoln, & Mercury
Ford Publication Department
Helm Incorporated
P.O. Box 07150
Detroit, MI 48207
Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GEO,
GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac,
Honda, Isuzu, Suzuki, Kia,
Hyundai, & Subaru
Helm Incorporated
Post Office Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
Saturn
Adistra Corporation
c/o Saturn Publications
101 Union St.
Post Office Box 1000
Plymouth, MI 48170
Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge,
Jeep, Eagle
Dyment Distribution Service
Service Publications
12200 Alameda Drive
Strongsville, OH 44136
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