OBD II Drive Cycles

The following steps MUST BE RUN IN THE ORDER SHOWN. If Steps 2, 3 or 4 are interrupted, repeat the step before proceeding. Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps. Always drive vehicle in a safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.
1. Start engine and drive vehicle in typical city stop-and-go traffic for at least 10 minutes after it has reached normal operating temperature.
2. Idle vehicle for at least 45 seconds, then accelerate at part throttle to near 72 km/h (45 mph).
3. Cruise and maintain a select speed in the range of 48 to 64 km/h (30 to 40 mph) on a level road with throttle held steady for at least one minute.
4. Cruise and maintain a select speed in the range of 64 to 105 km/h (40 to 65 mph) on a level road with throttle held steady for at least one minute and 20 seconds.