Action Taken When the DTC Sets

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 2 consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic runs with the fault active.
The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information is stored in the Freeze Frame buffer.
The PCM enters the Fail Safe Function and uses default MAP values based on the throttle position. The engine operates with the fuel control system in Open Loop and the fuel cutoff is lowered to 3,000 RPM.