difference between temp and permanent fault codes

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difference between temp and permanent fault codes

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Hello all just trying to find out what the difference between permanent and temporary fault codes,,

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A temporary fault is one which has been triggered and recorded, but the triggering condition is not present at the time of diagnosis.
A permanent fault is one where the triggering condition is present at the time of diagnosis.
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many thanks
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