Why is my check engine warning light on?

Why is my check engine warning light on?

Getting Red Lighting Bolt Warning Light and Check Engine I’m unable to start my Chrysler 300. My check engine light and a red lighting bolt warning signal is on. I want to know if I just need to clean the throttle body or if it needs to be replaced? Or could a sensor need to be replaced? My car has 177000 miles.

What should I do if my light bolt light is still on?

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when lever is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If the light remains on with the engine running, authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. stall and your vehicle may require towing.

Why does my car have a lightning bolt warning light?

This procedure is typically applicable any time the battery is disconnected or replaced but may still be relevant in your case. If there are any codes in the computer that relate to the gas pedal position sensor, that could cause the lightning bolt warning light to appear as well.

Why does my Jeep have a red lightning bolt on it?

When the red lightning bolt symbol appears on your Jeep’s dash, it may mean that that the pedal position is not lined up properly causing there to be miscommunication with the sensors that control the motor which opens and closes the throttle.

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when lever is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If the light remains on with the engine running, authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. stall and your vehicle may require towing.

What to do when your check engine light goes out?

The light may be on for a glitch and the electronic throttle control system needs to be reset. To reset the electronic throttle control system, perform the following: Wait for all the warning lights to go out. The check engine light may remain on. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor.

This procedure is typically applicable any time the battery is disconnected or replaced but may still be relevant in your case. If there are any codes in the computer that relate to the gas pedal position sensor, that could cause the lightning bolt warning light to appear as well.

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.