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Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive Memory (KAM)

The PCM stores in KAM (a memory integrated circuit chip) information about vehicle operating conditions, and then uses this information to compensate for component variability. KAM remains powered when the ignition is off so this information is not lost.