Black Box Data Recording

13 messages, Last post on Sep 29, 2007 at 11:15 AM

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#12 of 13 Re: I notice that in the last 3 years all Toyota's come with a 'Main Reqd' [kdhspyder] by volvomax Sep 28, 2007 (5:00 pm)
Replying to: kdhspyder (Sep 28, 2007 2:11 pm) Probably,because when the light is reset, the maintenance clock starts over. Euro cars have had maintenance indicators for quite a while.
#13 of 13 What data is recorded? by oldfarmer50 Sep 29, 2007 (11:15 am)
Just what data is recorded on the "black box"? I assume that routine engine operation functions are monitored but what else? How long is it stored? I remember stories back a few years where GM was taking readings of stored data and using them to deny warranty claims. As I recall, the car recorded every time the speed was over 80 and the dealers were claiming customer abuse.