What does it mean when the lightning bolt flashes?
electronic throttle control system
Hear this out loudPauseThe lightning bolt on the dash means that there is a problem with the electronic throttle control system in your vehicle. The light may be on for a glitch and the electronic throttle control system needs to be reset.
Why does the red lightning bolt light keep coming on?
If you keep having issues with the throttle and the red lightning bolt light remains on, you will need to have a mechanic look at it and get it sorted. The ETC light coming on is not usually cause for major concern but it does need you to pay attention to it.
What to do if you get lightning bolt on your dash?
1. Insert ignition key and turn to “ON” position but do not start the engine 2. Wait for all the warning lights to go out. The check engine light may remain on. 3. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. 4. Slowly release the accelerator pedal until it is all the way back up at the rest position.
When to cycle the ignition key on a red lightning bolt?
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a problem is detected while the engine is run- ning, the light will either stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position.
Why does my Jeep Venturi have a red lightning bolt?
I reset the codes and the lightning bolt has not been back in about a month. The red lightning bolt in the center of a venturi is the warning lamp for the drive by wire or electronic throttle. If the PCM recognizes a fault in the drive-by-wire, it will react by reducing the gain opening the throttle significantly. To prevent a runaway engine.
If you keep having issues with the throttle and the red lightning bolt light remains on, you will need to have a mechanic look at it and get it sorted. The ETC light coming on is not usually cause for major concern but it does need you to pay attention to it.
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.
1. Insert ignition key and turn to “ON” position but do not start the engine 2. Wait for all the warning lights to go out. The check engine light may remain on. 3. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. 4. Slowly release the accelerator pedal until it is all the way back up at the rest position.
I reset the codes and the lightning bolt has not been back in about a month. The red lightning bolt in the center of a venturi is the warning lamp for the drive by wire or electronic throttle. If the PCM recognizes a fault in the drive-by-wire, it will react by reducing the gain opening the throttle significantly. To prevent a runaway engine.