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 internal failure or an abnormal output signal for throttle actuator control system, PCM determines throttle actuator control module processor has a malfunction. 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.