DTC P2107: Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Processor

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION DTC P2107: Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module Processor
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DTC P2107: THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL (TAC) MODULE PROCESSOR

Description:  The electronic throttle control (ETC) area of the powertrain control module (PCM) failed the self-test. The concern could be the result of an incorrect throttle position (TP) command, or TAC motor wires shorted together.
Possible Causes: 
  • TAC motor harness circuit short to ground
  • TAC motor harness circuit short to voltage
  • Damaged electronic throttle body (ETB)
  • Damaged PCM
Diagnostic Aids:  This DTC may be accompanied by other DTCs. If DTC P2110 is present along with other DTCs, disregard DTCs P2107 and P2110 at this time. Diagnose other DTCs first. A TAC motor circuit PID reading may indicate a concern, if available.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All GO to PINPOINT TEST DV .
RENDER: 1.0x

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