What does it mean when the electronic throttle control light comes on?
The electronic throttle control light illuminates when there is an issue with the throttle system. The throttle system includes the throttle body, accelerator pedal, and the wirings between them. The electronic throttle control system control and monitors the position of the throttle.
How do you reset the electronic throttle control on a 2006 Dodge Charger?
Turn the key to the run position (vehicle not running). Push the accelerator pedal to the floor slowly and release slowly 3 times. Cycle the key and start up the vehicle. This could resolve the problem.
How do you reset the computer on a 2006 Dodge Charger RT?
Unplug fuses numbered #11, #14 and #16. With the doors locked, turn the key to the “on” position without starting the car. Leave in the ignition for 5 seconds or until You hear a “chiming” sound. Continue to keep the key in the “on” slot until the vehicle chimes again (within another 5 seconds).
What’s the problem with the electronic throttle control?
The wire to the TB is damaged or ther is a programe problem. gthis happened on my 03 Ram and it was athe wireing that was damaged. Sounds like the ETC (electronic throttle control) has an issue. It could be the wiring as suggested or it could be the ETC itself.
What to do if your Dodge Charger is not running?
You could try to reset it yourself. Disconnect the battery for about 30 min. Disconnect the ETC connector and then plug back in. Turn the key to the run position (vehicle not running). Push the accelerator pedal to the floor slowly and release slowly 3 times. Cycle the key and start up the vehicle.
What to do if your throttle is not working?
There’s not much you can check yourself, you could check the wiring for the throttlebody and make sure its secure on the throttlebody and check to make sure the wires aren’t damaged. You could also pull the throttlebody off and check to make sure the throttle plate still moves.
Is the throttle body part of the engine?
Here, you need to understand that the throttle body is an essential part of most engines nowadays. If your truck has a 5.7L Hemi, it becomes even more critical as this engine requires maximum control. The ETC’s whole job is to collect information from the accelerator (sensor in the pedal) and adjust the throttle accordingly.