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Fail-safe Function

When an abnormality occurs in the signal from a sensor or from another control unit, the ECM/PCM ignores that signal, stores a DTC and turns on the MIL. The ECM/PCM will use a pre-programmed value, for that sensor, which allows the engine to continue running.