What does a lightning bolt warning light mean?
Electronic Throttle Control
The lightning bolt warning light is your Electronic Throttle Control, or ETC, Warning Light. If you see this light it indicates there’s a problem with that particular system.
What does it mean when the throttle control light comes on?
Solution: This indicates a serious failure of your throttle control system. The engine computer is programmed to go into limp mode when the system malfunctions, in an attempt to limit your speed and prevent damage to the engine. It can be caused by a sensor failure, or even by outside electromagnetic interference.
How much does it cost to replace a throttle control?
To replace your car’s throttle body, you will pay as little as $370 or as much as $1,500. Labor should be between $70 and $260, and parts should cost you from $110 to $600.
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What do you do when a lightning bolt comes on your car?
Turn the ignition key to “OFF” position. Start the engine and test the throttle by see if the engine will throttle up. You would need to repeat this procedure any time the battery is disconnected or replaced. If there are any codes in the computer they may relate to the gas pedal position sensor, which could cause the lightning bolt to appear.
What does a lightning bolt on the dash mean?
Hi there. The lightning bolt on the dash means that there is a problem with the electronic throttle control system in your vehicle. Get a code reader and scan the engine for any logged codes. The light may be on for a glitch and the electronic throttle control system needs to be reset.
When did they start putting red lightning bolts on cars?
That’s when the Electronic throttle control was developed. This technology started appearing in cars from around 1990 and is designed to do away with the old mechanism. It is, however, not immune to mechanical faults and the way you know is through the red lightning bolt light on the dash board.