SAE J1978-1992
OBD II SCAN TOOL

Standard No.

SAE J1978-1992

Release Date

1992

Published By

SAE - SAE International

Status

Be replaced 1994-01

Replace By

SAE J1978-1994

Latest

SAE J1978-1-2023

Scope

This SAE Recommended Practice defines the requirements of OBD II Scan Tools@ i.e. test equipment that will interface with vehicle modules in support of the OBD II diagnostic requirements. It covers the required capabilities of and conformance criteria for OBD II Scan Tools.

SAE J1978-1992 history

• 1970 SAE J1978-1-2023 OBD-II Scan Tool: First Generation Protocols
• 1970 SAE J1978-2022 OBD II Scan Tool
• 2002 SAE J1978-2002 OBD II Scan Tool Equivalent to ISO/DIS 15031-4:December 14, 2001
• 1998 SAE J1978-1998 OBD II Scan Tool
• 1994 SAE J1978-1994 OBD II Scan Tool@ Recommended Practice
• 1992 SAE J1978-1992 OBD II SCAN TOOL