Why does my Jeep EVIC say service throttle control?
I was driving home from northern Michigan today and about an hour into the three hour trip I heard a ding and the EVIC showed a lighting bolt with a warning that said Service Electronic Throttle Control and the MIL came on as well. The Jeep seemed to lose about 50% power and struggled climbing even the shallowest grades.
What happens when the throttle controller goes bad?
In any case, in some instances it will cause the throttle controller to lose a signal and deliver intermittent throttle control. Sometimes this is a minor issue that is more of an inconvenience while other times it can cause the vehicle to shut down or for the driver to lose the ability to control the throttle pedal.
How much does it cost to repair a jeep throttle control?
To fix an electronic throttle control costs between $580-$700, including jeep electronic throttle control repair cost. A mechanic’s labor costs between $100-$125, minus taxes and fees, and repairs in other parts may also be required.
How does the electronic throttle control work in a car?
The electronic throttle control is the modern version of what was operated by a cable in old cars. The gas pedal controls the job of your throttle control. In old vehicles, the gas pedal is connected by a cable that links it to the engine and is joined to a linkage fixed to the carburetor or throttle body.
Why do you need a throttle body on a jeep?
A throttle body controls the airflow in to your Jeep’s engine. As you depress the accelerator pedal, the butterfly valve opens to allow more air to enter the engine. Upgrading the original throttle body to a larger one can allow for more horse power to be made.
When to replace throttle body on Jeep Compass?
Multiple issues with throttle body resulting in a loss of power and control of vehicle. Back in 2017, I had an issue with the car jerking, cutting out, and losing power. Took car to a Jeep dealership and throttle body had to be replaced. Again during the summer of 2020, vehicle started losing ability to consistently accelerate.
Where can I get a Jeep Patriot throttle control replaced?
The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to coast safely off of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to heritage Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram parkville (9219 harford rd, parkville, MD 21234, (866) 492-8843) where it was diagnosed that the throttle body assembly needed to be replaced.
I was driving home from northern Michigan today and about an hour into the three hour trip I heard a ding and the EVIC showed a lighting bolt with a warning that said Service Electronic Throttle Control and the MIL came on as well. The Jeep seemed to lose about 50% power and struggled climbing even the shallowest grades.