SISTEMA ACOPLADOR DE DIAGNÓSTICO EM UM VEÍCULO DO TIPO PARA MONTAR

Abstract

DIAGNOSTIC COUPLING SYSTEM IN A VEHICLE OF THE TYPE TO BE MOUNTED. The present invention relates to a diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) in a vehicle of the type to be mounted, which is present in an ideal location easily accessible while being well protected from contaminants, without the need for extra parts such as an external cover or a dedicated guide member. The diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) comprises a protrusion portion 320 and a coupling portion 325. The protrusion portion 320 is fixed in a fixed manner to a first member and the coupling portion 325 is removablely fixed to the protrusion portion 320. A scanning tool may be connected to the coupling portion 325 to access the data from the vehicle's electronic control unit 310 100, 500.

Description

1 / 23 “DIAGNOSTIC COUPLING SYSTEM IN A VEHICLE OF THE TYPE TO MOUNT FIELD OF TECHNIQUE

[0001] The subject matter described in this document generally refers to a vehicle of the type to be fitted and, particularly, but not exclusively, refers to a diagnostic coupling system in a vehicle of the type to be fitted. BACKGROUND

[0002] Vehicles, such as two-wheeled vehicles, express service vehicles, trucks, etc., generally include on-board diagnostic (OBD) systems provided by their respective manufacturers.

[0003] OBD systems give the vehicle owner, or repair technician, access to the status of the vehicle's various subsystems. These diagnostic systems monitor various parameters that affect the overall functioning of the vehicle and generate data for further processing. The amount of diagnostic information available through OBD has varied widely since its introduction in the early 1980s. Early versions of OBD simply illuminated a malfunction indicator light or warning light if a problem was detected, but provided no information about the nature of the problem. Modern OBD implementations use a standardized digital communications port to provide real-time data in addition to a standardized set of diagnostic trouble codes, or DTCs, that allow a person to quickly identify and remedy malfunctions within the vehicle.

[0004] Typically, OBD systems include Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 9 / 86 2 / 23 A network of sensors in a vehicle that monitors the vehicle's electrical, mechanical, and emissions systems and, in response, generates data that is processed by the vehicle's control unit. The data is used, for example, to detect malfunctions or deterioration in vehicle performance. Consequently, OBD systems include a standardized coupler that provides access to the data processed by the control unit. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0005] The detailed description refers to a two-wheeled, ride-on scooter-type vehicle, together with the attached figures. The same numbers are used in all drawings to refer to similar features and components.

[0006] Figure 1 (a) illustrates a left-side view of an exemplary two-wheeled ride-on vehicle according to an embodiment of the present matter.

[0007] Figure 1 (b) represents the frame assembly of the vehicle shown in Figure 1 (a).

[0008] Figure 2 illustrates a rear side view of an exemplary two-wheeled ride-on vehicle 100, according to an embodiment of the present matter.

[0009] Figure 3 illustrates a front side view of an auxiliary storage compartment of an exemplary two-wheeled ride-on vehicle, when viewed from the right side of the vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present matter.

[0010] Figure 4 illustrates a view in Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 10 / 86 3 / 23 perspective of a diagnostic coupling system for a two-wheeled vehicle, exemplary, according to an embodiment of the present matter.

[0011] Figure 5 illustrates a left-side view of the frame assembly of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present matter.

[0012] Figure 6 illustrates an exploded view of a diagnostic coupling system for an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle (shown in Figure 5), according to an embodiment of the present matter. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0013] In EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) vehicles, where a greater number of sensors and actuators are involved, the possibility of one of them failing is comparatively high compared to non-EFI vehicles. Thus, vehicles equipped with EFI systems require frequent diagnostics to correct any fault codes that may occur.

[0014] Typically, such data required for diagnosis is stored in the vehicle's electronic control unit (ECU), referred to herein as the "control unit". In most vehicles, it is not always possible to access the vehicle's control unit. In such cases, the vehicle's control unit needs to be communicated with by a specialized means in order to detect and address a particular problem. Thus, in order to access the control unit's information, an OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) coupler, referred to herein as a "diagnostic coupler", is provided in vehicles. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 11 / 86 4 / 23

[0015] The diagnostic coupler, for example, allows the maintenance engineer to detect the source of fault codes, for example, if a sensor wire is cut, this can be detected, allowing the maintenance engineer to replace the faulty sensor or wiring. Similarly, the diagnostic coupler can detect a deterioration in performance, for example, the vehicle not moving beyond a certain speed, which requires attention to be paid to the throttle position sensor. Thus, it is not always possible or preferable to access the ECU directly, which makes the placement of the diagnostic coupler critical in the vehicle layout.

[0016] Conventionally, the diagnostic coupler is connected to a side connector which is further connected to the vehicle's wiring system. The vehicle's wiring system allows data communication from the control unit to the diagnostic coupler. A conventional scanning tool can be connected to the diagnostic coupler to retrieve diagnostic data from the vehicle's control unit.

[0017] Typically, the diagnostic coupler is positioned near a vehicle engine or in a utility box located under the vehicle seat. In such cases, replacing and maintaining the diagnostic coupler requires disassembling multiple vehicle parts to gain access. Therefore, readily accessible diagnostic coupler during a repair process is a persistent concern for both the vehicle owner and the repair technician.

[0018] On mobile devices, such as Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 12 / 86 5 / 23 mobile phones and tablet computers have specially designed mobile device applications that can easily access the control unit data, which can be accessed by plugging a USB adapter cable or a Bluetooth adapter into the diagnostic coupler. Therefore, there is a need for ideal positioning of the diagnostic coupler to access the control unit data using such mobile devices.

[0019] Typically, in known techniques, the diagnostic coupler is equipped with a connector cap. The connector cap is necessary to keep the diagnostic coupler sealed. The connector cap protects the diagnostic coupler from damage and prevents contamination. Since the connector cap is an extra part added to the diagnostic coupler, it contributes to the overall cost of the complete diagnostic system. Along with the use of the diagnostic coupler, or the replacement and maintenance of the diagnostic coupler, the connector cap is necessarily removed to evaluate the diagnostic coupler. In many cases, due to the small size of the connector cap, there is always a high chance of incorrect positioning of the connector cap.

[0020] In addition, the positioning of the diagnostic coupler must be such that it prevents the entry of contaminants, such as dust, moisture, water and pollutants.

[0021] In addition, the diagnostic coupler, in most cases, is connected using a wire from the main wiring harness. As the coupler of Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 13 / 86 The 6 / 23 diagnostic tool is connected to the wiring harness using a wire that constantly oscillates loosely and moves from one direction to another while the vehicle is in motion, thus posing a constant threat of interference with other nearby components.

[0022] In addition, to prevent constant swinging of the diagnostic coupler, many vehicles are provided with a dedicated guide member to prevent swinging of the diagnostic coupler. Since the dedicated guide member is an extra part that is added to the diagnostic coupler to prevent any interference, it contributes to the overall cost of the complete diagnostic system.

[0023] Consequently, there is a need for a diagnostic coupler that is present in an ideal location that is easily accessible while being well protected from contaminants, without the need for extra parts such as an outer cover and a guide member. Furthermore, the diagnostic coupler should be positioned ideally so that it does not wobble and does not interfere with other nearby components.

[0024] The present matter was foreseen in view of the foregoing circumstances, as well as to solve other problems of known technique.

[0025] In one embodiment of the present subject matter, the present subject matter refers to a vehicle-mounted diagnostic coupler.

[0026] According to one aspect of the present embodiment, the diagnostic coupling system comprises a protrusion portion and a coupling portion. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, p. 14 / 86 7 / 23

[0027] According to another aspect of the present embodiment, the protruding portion of the diagnostic coupling system is fixed in a fixed manner to a first member.

[0028] According to one aspect of the present matter, a connecting wire is connected at one end to the coupling portion and at the other end to a wiring harness.

[0029] As per another aspect of the present matter, the length of the connecting wire connected at one end to the coupling portion and at the other end to a wiring harness is short, compared to a conventional diagnostic coupler system. The short length of the connecting wire ensures that the diagnostic coupler does not swing or move from one direction to another while the vehicle is in motion. The shorter length of the connecting wire eliminates the need for an extra guide member.

[0030] As per another aspect of the present matter, the reception of the coupling portion by the protrusion portion stops the movement of the diagnostic coupling system, so that the diagnostic coupling system is fixed to a location when not in use. This stopping of the diagnostic coupling system, when not in use, ensures that the diagnostic coupler does not swing or interfere with other nearby internal components.

[0031] As per another aspect of the present matter, the diagnostic coupler is mounted to the first member, so that the wiring harness can be easily and conveniently accessed.

[0032] As per another aspect of the present matter, the diagnostic coupler can be readily Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 15 / 86 8 / 23 accessed without disassembling any part or using any specific tools.

[0033] As per another aspect of the present matter, the attachment of the coupling portion to the protruding portion seals the diagnostic coupling system. This ensures the elimination of any extra sealing cap, which is conventionally required to seal the diagnostic coupling system.

[0034] As per another aspect of this matter, the diagnostic coupling system is capable of being plugged into a conventional scanning tool that can be used to retrieve diagnostic data from the vehicle's control unit.

[0035] In another embodiment of the present material, the diagnostic coupler is positioned in close proximity to important internal components that need to be diagnosed from time to time, for example, a control unit, so that a separate wiring harness can be avoided.

[0036] In an alternative embodiment of the present matter, in cases where the control unit is enabled with Bluetooth connectivity or any other known wireless connectivity, the diagnostic coupler is capable of being wirelessly connected to the service tool, for example, a mobile phone.

[0037] In yet another aspect of the present matter, the first member is a frame assembly.

[0038] According to one aspect of the present embodiment, the protruding portion of the diagnostic coupling system, which is fixed in a fixed manner to a first member, Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 16 / 86 9 / 23 for example, a frame assembly, is capable of being accessed by a provision.

[0039] In another embodiment of the present subject matter, the first member is an attached space, for example, a toolbox.

[0040] As per one aspect of the present embodiment, the enclosed space ensures that the diagnostic coupler is not exposed to contaminants, for example, dust, moisture, water and pollutants.

[0041] In another version of the present material, the first member is a cover that attaches the attached space.

[0042] According to one aspect of the present embodiment, the cover of the adjoining space is fixed in a suspended manner or fixed with the use of a rack, a pillion seat arrangement or a stepper gear motor arrangement or the like.

[0043] According to one aspect of the present embodiment, the coupling portion is capable of being removed from the protruding portion present in the covering of the adjoining space.

[0044] Exemplary embodiments detailing features regarding the aforementioned and other advantages of the present matter will be described below in this document with reference to the attached drawings. Several aspects of different embodiments of the present invention will become discernible from the following description set forth below in this document. Instead, the following description provides a convenient illustration for implementing exemplary embodiments of the invention. Additionally, it is noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "right," "left," "front," "forward," Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, p. 17 / 86 10 / 23 “Backwards”, “downwards”, “upwards”, “top”, “bottom”, “outside”, “inside” and similar terms are used in this document based on the illustrated state or an upright state of the two-wheeled vehicle with a driver mounted on it. Additionally, arrows, when provided in the upper right corner of the figure (or figures), represent a direction relative to the vehicle, where an arrow F denotes a forward direction, an arrow R indicates a backward direction, an arrow UP denotes an upward direction, an arrow Dw denotes a downward direction, an arrow RH denotes a right side and an arrow LH denotes a left side. Furthermore, it should be understood that the phraseology and terminology used in this document are for descriptive purposes only and should not be considered limiting.

[0045] The additional nature and characteristic features of the present invention will be clarified from the following descriptions made with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0046] Figure 1(a) illustrates a left-side view of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle 100, according to an embodiment of the present matter. Figure 1(b) represents the frame assembly 105 of the vehicle 100 shown in Figure 1(a). The vehicle 100 has a frame assembly (105), which acts as the skeleton to support the loads. The frame assembly is a single-tube type frame assembly 105 which includes a head tube 105A, a main tube 105B, a down tube 105C and a tail tube 105D. The main tube 105B extends downwards rearward from the head tube 105A. The down tube 105C extends backwards along Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, p. 18 / 86 11 / 23 with a longitudinal geometric axis of the vehicle 100, from a rear portion of the main tube 105B. The rear tube 105C extends backward at an angle from a rear portion of the lower tube 105C towards a rear portion R of the vehicle. The power unit 135 (shown in Figure 1(a)) includes the engine mount which is mounted on the lower portion of the lower tube 105C. An engine mounting clamp 170 provided on the lower tube 105C secures the engine mount to the frame mount 105 of the vehicle 200. The seat mount 160 (shown in Figure 1(a)) disposed in the rear portion R of the through space is mounted to at least one seat mounting clamp 175.

[0047] A centerline C-C' extends along the frame assembly from a front portion towards a rear portion R. The centerline C-C' passes substantially along the cross-sectional center of the frame assembly 105. In other words, the centerline C-C' passes along the circumferential center of the frame assembly 105. In a preferred embodiment, the frame assembly 105 is a tubular structure and the centerline extends along the circumferential center of the tubular structure. Therefore, the centerline C-C' extends from the head tube 105A along the cross-sectional center of the main tube 105B, then extends along the cross-sectional center of the lower tube 105C and along the cross-sectional center of the rear tube 105D.Therefore, the center line C-C' extends together with the circumferential center of the main tube 105B, together with the circumferential center of the lower tube 105C, and together. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 19 / 86 12 / 23 with the circumferential center of the rear tube 105D (as depicted in Figure 1 (b)).

[0048] A handlebar assembly 115 is pivotably arranged through the head tube 105A. The handlebar assembly (115) is connected to a front wheel (110) by one or more front suspensions (or front suspensions) (120). A front fender (125) is arranged above the front wheel (110) to cover at least a portion of the front wheel (110). A fuel tank 130 is mounted to the head tube 105A of the frame assembly 105 and is arranged in the front portion F of a through space of the frame assembly 105. The power unit 135 is mounted on the down tube 105C. In this embodiment, the power unit 135 is an IC engine. Hereafter in this document, the terms IC engine and power unit are used interchangeably. Power unit 135 includes an electric motor that acts as a traction motor. Fuel tank 130 is functionally connected to power unit 135.In one embodiment, a geometric piston axis of the engine is horizontal, that is, parallel to a longitudinal geometric axis of the vehicle 100. A swing arm 140 is oscillatingly connected to the frame assembly 105. A rear wheel 145 is rotatably supported by the swing arm 140. One or more rear suspensions (or rear suspensions) 150 connect the swing arm 140 at an angle, to support the radial and axial forces that occur due to wheel reaction, to the frame assembly 105. A rear fender 155 is disposed above the rear wheel 145. A seat assembly 160A, 160B is disposed in a... Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 20 / 86 13 / 23 rear portion R of the through space. In one embodiment, the 160 seat assembly includes a 160A driver's seat and a 160B passenger seat. Additionally, the 160A, 160B seat assembly is positioned above the rear wheel. 145. The vehicle is supported by a center stand (not shown) mounted on frame mount 105. A floor plate 165 is mounted above the downtube 105C. The floor plate 165 covers at least a portion of the power unit 135.

[0049] An auxiliary storage compartment 185 is disposed below the seat mount 160 and the floor plate 165. In one embodiment, the auxiliary storage compartment 185 is capable of accommodating a battery (not shown), a control unit (not shown), and covers at least a portion of the battery (not shown) and at least a portion of the control unit (not shown). In one embodiment, the auxiliary storage compartment 185 is capable of accommodating an attached space 180, for example, a toolbox 180 together with a battery (not shown). Additionally, the toolbox 180 is disposed in the bottom portion of the auxiliary storage compartment 185 in a compactly packed manner, without compromising usable space.

[0050] In one embodiment, the auxiliary storage compartment 185 is enclosed in an enclosure 190. The enclosure 190 prevents the underlying parts from being damaged due to exposure to the atmosphere. It also prevents rainwater or soil from entering the auxiliary storage compartment 185. Additionally, in one embodiment, the driver's seat 165A is present from Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 21 / 86 14 / 23 suspended above the auxiliary storage compartment 185. This allows easy access to the battery (not shown) and the control unit (not shown) for maintenance. The driver's seat 165A is secured above the auxiliary storage compartment 185 by a locking mount (not shown). Additionally, the toolbox 180 has a cover (not shown) which is also a front portion of the enclosure 190, located on the front portion of the auxiliary storage compartment 185. The toolbox 180, or similar, can be easily accessed through the toolbox cover 180 during maintenance.

[0051] In another embodiment, the toolbox cover 180 is suspended or fixed using a rack, a pillion seat arrangement or a stepper motor arrangement or the like.

[0052] The internal combustion (IC) engine of power unit 135 includes an air intake system (not shown), an exhaust system (not shown), and a starter system (not shown). The starter system (not shown) includes either an electric starter mechanism or a mechanical starter mechanism. The electric starter system is powered by an auxiliary power source to operate the IC engine crank. The power generated by the IC engine is transferred to the rear wheel 145 via a transmission system (not shown).

[0053] Figure 2 illustrates a rear side view of an exemplary two-wheeled ride-on vehicle 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 22 / 86 15 / 23 matter. In the present embodiment of the two-wheeled vehicle 100, the driver's seat 165A is suspended above the auxiliary storage compartment 185. This allows easy access to the battery (not shown) and the control unit (not shown) for maintenance. The driver's seat 165A is secured above the auxiliary storage compartment 185 by a locking mount (not shown). Additionally, an attached space 180, for example, a toolbox 180, is arranged in the front portion of the auxiliary storage compartment 185 just above the floor plate 165. The auxiliary storage compartment 185 and the toolbox 180 are enclosed by a housing 190. The front portion of the housing covering the front part of the auxiliary storage space 185 and the toolbox 180 is referred to herein as a front housing 190A.The side portion of the enclosure covering the side of the auxiliary storage space 185 and the toolbox 180 on the left side of the vehicle 100 is referred to herein as an LH 190B enclosure.

[0054] Toolbox 180 has an accessible cover (not shown), which is part of the front enclosure 190A. The cover of toolbox 180 makes it easy to access toolbox 180 or similar from the auxiliary storage compartment 185 during maintenance. A diagnostic coupling system 200 is arranged in the storage space of toolbox 180.

[0055] Figure 3 illustrates a side view. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 23 / 86 16 / 23 front view of an auxiliary storage compartment 185 of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle 100, when viewed from the right side of the vehicle 100, according to an embodiment of the present matter. In the present embodiment, the auxiliary storage compartment 185 comprises one of an auxiliary storage space 315. The auxiliary storage space 315 is adapted to accommodate underlying internal components, for example, a battery (not shown), a control unit 310 and a toolbox (not shown) or the like. The casing protecting the auxiliary storage space 315 at the rear is referred to herein as a rear casing 330 and the casing protecting the auxiliary storage space 315 at the bottom is referred to herein as a bottom casing 335.In a preferred embodiment, the battery (not shown), which is held by a battery retainer 300, is arranged toward one of the lateral sides of the auxiliary storage space 315, and the control unit 310 is arranged toward one of the other lateral sides of the auxiliary storage space 315. This allows for the balancing of the vehicle's center of gravity (CG), since the displacement in CG is compensated for by the battery's position. The control unit 310 and the battery retainer 300 are connected to each other and to other different parts of the vehicle 100 by means of a wiring harness 305. Furthermore, the bottom portion of the auxiliary storage space 315 is provided with the toolbox 180 (shown in Figure 2), which has an attached space, referred to herein as a toolbox storage space 345. The toolbox storage space... Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 24 / 86 17 / 23 of tools 345 together with the necessary tools (not shown) required by the driver on a daily basis, also consists of a diagnostic coupler 200.

[0056] The diagnostic coupler 200 is capable of being mounted on a first member. In the present embodiment, the first member is the toolbox 180.

[0057] In a different embodiment, the diagnostic coupler 200 is capable of being mounted on the first member, for example, the cover that attaches the toolbox 180.

[0058] In another alternative embodiment, the diagnostic coupler 200 is capable of being mounted on the first member, for example, the frame mount 105 (shown in Figure 1b), which can be accessed through a provision (not shown) provided in the rear housing 330.

[0059] Additionally, the diagnostic coupler 200 comprises one of a protrusion portion 320 and one coupling portion 325. The protrusion portion 320 is fixed to the first member and the coupling portion 325 is removablely attached to the protrusion portion 320.

[0060] In the present embodiment, the coupling portion 325 is fixed at one end to the protrusion portion 320 and at the other end to a connecting wire 340. The connecting wire 340 is connected at one end to the coupling portion 325 and at the other end to the wiring harness 305.

[0061] Due to the proximity of connection wire 340 to wiring harness 305 and the coupling system of Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 25 / 86 In the 18 / 23 diagnostic 200, the 340 connecting wire is shorter in length compared to conventional arrangements. The short length of the 340 connecting wire ensures that the 200 diagnostic coupler system does not swing or move from one direction to another while the vehicle is in motion. The shorter length of the 340 connecting wire also eliminates the need for an extra guide member (not shown) that is conventionally used frequently.

[0062] Figure 4 illustrates a perspective view of a diagnostic coupling system 200 of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle 100, according to an embodiment of the present matter. In the present embodiment, the diagnostic coupling system 200 comprises one of a protrusion portion 320 and a coupling portion 325. The protrusion portion 320 is incorporated into the toolbox 180 (shown in Figure 2).

[0063] The connecting wire 340 is connected at one end to the coupling portion 325 and at the other end to the wiring harness 305. The incorporated nature of the protrusion portion 320 in the toolbox 180 (shown in Figure 2) ensures that the diagnostic coupling system 200 is secured. The fitting of the diagnostic coupling system 200 to the toolbox 180 (shown in Figure 2) occurs in such a way that it remains in place and does not come loose during vehicle motion. Furthermore, the securing of the coupling portion 325 to the protrusion portion 320 seals the diagnostic coupling system 200, which allows the diagnostic coupling system 200 to be sealed without the need for any connector cap. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 26 / 86 19 / 23 external. This ensures the elimination of any extra sealing cap, which is conventionally required to seal the diagnostic coupler system. Therefore, the need for any extra part to seal the 200 diagnostic coupler system is avoided.

[0064] The diagnostic coupler system 200 can be easily accessed by a maintenance engineer using a conventional scanning tool (not shown). The scanning tool can be connected to the coupling portion 325 of the diagnostic coupler after removing the coupling portion 325 from the protrusion portion 320. This connection of the scanning tool to the coupling portion 325 can be made using wireless media, for example, Bluetooth connectivity, or using a wire plug. After connecting to the coupling portion 235, the maintenance engineer can retrieve diagnostic data from the vehicle control unit 310 (shown in Figure 3).Wiring system 340 of vehicle 100 assists in data communication from control unit 310 (shown in Figure 3) of vehicle 100 to diagnostic coupling system 200, which is further evaluated by the maintenance engineer using conventional scanning equipment.

[0065] Figure 5 illustrates a left-side view of the frame assembly 515 of an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle 500, according to an embodiment of the present matter. In the present embodiment, a battery retainer 510 holds a battery 505 in position. The battery retainer 510 and the battery 505 can be accessed by removing the left-side cover (not shown) of the vehicle. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 27 / 86 20 / 23 In this embodiment, the diagnostic coupling system 600 is mounted on the frame assembly 515 near a battery retainer 510. Even in this embodiment, the diagnostic coupling system is protected by the vehicle's side covers (not shown) 100 and is easily accessible to the maintenance engineer by removing the side covers (not shown).

[0066] In an alternative embodiment of the present material, using the same configuration as represented in Figure 5, in cases where the control unit 310 is enabled with Bluetooth connectivity or any other known wireless connectivity, the diagnostic coupler system 600 is capable of being wirelessly connected to the service tool, for example, a mobile phone (not shown).

[0067] Figure 6 illustrates an exploded view of a diagnostic coupling system 600, an exemplary two-wheeled vehicle 500 (shown in Figure 5), according to an embodiment of the present matter. The diagnostic coupling system 600 of the present matter comprises one of a protrusion portion 320 and a coupling portion 325. The protrusion portion 320 is mounted on the vehicle's frame assembly 515, near the battery retainer (510). The protrusion portion 320 is fixed to the frame assembly 515 and the coupling portion 325 is removablely attached to the protrusion portion 320. The attachment of the coupling portion 325 to the protrusion portion 320 ensures that the diagnostic coupling system 600 is secured to a location. This general fit of the 600 diagnostic coupler system with the 515 frame mount. Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 28 / 86 21 / 23 occurs in such a way that it remains in place and does not come loose during vehicle motion. And, since the protruding portion 320 of the diagnostic coupler system 600 receives the coupling portion 325 of the diagnostic coupler system 600, the diagnostic coupler system 200 is automatically sealed without the need for any external connector cap. Therefore, the need for any extra part to seal the diagnostic coupler system is avoided. The connecting wire 340 is connected at one end to the coupling portion 325 and at the other end to the wiring harness (not shown). Since the coupling portion 325 and the wiring harness (not shown), in this embodiment, are in close proximity, the length of the connecting wire 340 required to connect them is shorter compared to conventional arrangements.

[0068] Both lengths of the connecting wire 340 and the positioning of the protruding portion 320 in the frame assembly 515 ensures that the diagnostic coupler system 600 does not wobble and thus does not interfere with other nearby internal components. As a result, errors received due to interference of the connecting wire 340 with nearby parts while diagnosis is performed using a service tool are prevented. Thus, in addition, in the present embodiment, the shorter connecting wire 340 eliminates the need to provide a dedicated guide member to prevent wobbling.

[0069] Since the battery retainer (510) can be accessed by removing the left-side cover (not shown) of the vehicle, the diagnostic coupling system 600 can thus be easily accessed by a Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 29 / 86 22 / 23 A maintenance engineer and a conventional scanning tool (not shown) can be plugged into the diagnostic coupler to retrieve diagnostic data from the vehicle control unit 310 (not shown). The vehicle wiring system 500 allows data communication from the control unit (not shown) to the diagnostic coupler system 600, which is further evaluated by the maintenance engineer using the conventional scanning tool (not shown).

[0070] Many modifications and variations of the present matter are possible in light of the above disclosure. Therefore, within the scope of the claims of the present matter, the present disclosure can be practiced in addition to being specifically described. LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS 100 - Vehicle of the type to be assembled 105- Frame assembly 105A - Cylinder head tube 105B - ​​Main pipe 105C - Bottom tube 105D - Rear tube C-C' - Center line 110- Front wheel 115- Handlebar assembly 120- Front suspension 125- Front fender 130 - Fuel tank 135- Power unit 140- Swing arm 145 - Rear wheel Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 30 / 86 23 / 23 150 - Rear suspension 155- Rear fender 160- Seat assembly 160A- Driver's seat 160B- Passenger seat 165- Floor plate 170- Engine mounting clamp 175- Seat mounting bracket 180- Toolbox 185- Auxiliary storage compartment 190- Enclosure 190A - Front enclosure 190B- LH casing 200- Diagnostic coupling system 300- Battery retainer 305- Wiring harness 310- Control unit 315- Auxiliary storage space 320- Protrusion portion 325- Coupling portion 330- Rear casing 335- Bottom casing 340- Connection wire 345- Toolbox storage space 500 - Two-wheeled vehicle 505- Battery 510- Battery retainer 515- Frame assembly 600- Diagnostic coupling system Petition 870220109977, dated 11 / 28 / 2022, page 31 / 86

Claims

1 / 2 CLAIMS 1. A vehicle-mounted diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) comprising: a protrusion portion (320) and; a coupling portion (325), wherein said protrusion portion (320) is configured to receive said coupling portion (325); characterized in that said protrusion portion (320) is fixed in a fixed manner to a first member (108, 105, 515), said coupling portion (325) is removablely fixed to said protrusion portion (320) and the fixing of the coupling portion (325) to said protrusion portion (320) seals said diagnostic coupling system (200, 600).

2. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to mount (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the first member (108, 105, 515) is a frame mount (105, 515).

3. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to mount (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the first member (108, 105, 515) is an attachment space (180).

4. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to mount (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the first member (108, 105, 515) is a cover that attaches to the attached space (180).

5. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to be mounted (100, 500), according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the protruding portion (320) fixed in a fixed manner to the first member (108, 105, Petition 870260034431, dated 13 / 04 / 2026, page 15 / 19 2 / 2 515) is capable of being accessed by a provision.

6. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to be mounted (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) is present in proximity to internal components which include a power unit (505), a power unit retainer (300, 510), a control unit (310), a wiring harness (305) and similar components.

7. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to mount (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the coupling portion (325) is fixed to the wiring harness (305) by a short connecting wire (340).

8. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to mount (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the coupling portion (325) is capable of being connected to a scanning tool.

9. Diagnostic coupling system (200, 600) of a vehicle of the type to be mounted (100, 500), according to claim 1, characterized in that the receiving of the coupling portion (325) by the protrusion portion (320) stops the movement of the diagnostic coupling system (200, 600). Petition 870260034431, dated 13 / 04 / 2026, p. 16 / 19

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