The vehicle has a number of computers that record information about the vehicle's performance and how it is driven. For example, the vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and transmission performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment and deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle. These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle.
Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated, such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed. These modules may retain personal preferences, such as radio presets, seat positions, and temperature settings.
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Event Data RecordersQ38 Throttle Body: Throttle/Idle Learn Engine Control Air Metering/Acceleration Throttle
DescriptionThe engine control module (ECM) learns the airflow through the throttle body to ensurethe correct idle. The learned airflow values are stored within the ECM. These valuesare learned to adjust for production variation and will continuously learn duringthe life of the vehicle to compensate ...