Do I need a CarsXE account to use this?

Yes, you need a valid CarsXE API key. You must set this key as the CARSXE_API_KEY environment variable in your terminal for the skill to function.

Which OBD codes are supported by this skill?

The skill supports all standard OBD-II diagnostic trouble codes, including Powertrain (P), Chassis (C), Body (B), and Network (U) categories.

What level of detail does the decoder provide?

It provides the full code description, the specific system affected, a list of possible causes, recommended fixes, and an urgency rating.

Can this skill clear error codes from my car?

No, this is an informational tool that decodes data. It cannot physically interface with vehicle hardware to reset or clear codes.

OBD-II Diagnostic Decoder

Name: OBD-II Diagnostic Decoder
Author: carsxe

bycarsxe

0•

その他

Decodes vehicle diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) to provide technical descriptions, root causes, and repair suggestions via the CarsXE API.

The OBD-II Diagnostic Decoder skill integrates the CarsXE API into Claude Code, allowing users to instantly translate complex check engine light codes into actionable insights. By processing standard OBD-II codes—such as P0300, C1234, or U0100—Claude retrieves a comprehensive breakdown of the affected vehicle system, the severity of the fault, potential causes, and recommended repair steps. This skill is particularly useful for developers building automotive applications, fleet management tools, or anyone needing quick, programmatic access to reliable vehicle diagnostic data directly from their terminal.

主な機能

010 GitHub stars

02Identification of common root causes for specific fault codes

03Detailed analysis of affected vehicle systems and subsystems

04Instant decoding of standard OBD-II protocols including P, C, B, and U codes

05Suggested repair procedures and troubleshooting steps

06Fault severity assessment to help prioritize urgent maintenance

ユースケース

01Troubleshooting vehicle faults during automotive software development

02Assessing the urgency and impact of check engine lights in fleet environments

03Generating human-readable diagnostic reports from raw DTC data

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add carsxe/carsxe-claude-plugin obd-decoder

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Download Skill