Detection Condition

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If PCM detects any of following conditions, PCM determines throttle actuator control module processor has malfunction.

Electronic throttle control has malfunction
Target throttle opening angle is more than actual throttle opening angle

This is an intermittent monitor. MIL illuminates if PCM detects malfunction condition during first drive cycle. PENDING CODE is available if PCM detects malfunction condition. FREEZE FRAME DATA is available. DTC is stored in PCM memory.