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How to replace the throttle position sensor on a Dodge Avenger?

How to replace the throttle position sensor on a Dodge Avenger?

A brief video of location and replacement of throttle body/position sensor. The red lighting bolt light came on in the dashboard and everyone says to change TPS. Also you need to reset the system simply by turn ignition on, then wait till the red light goes out. Then shut off, then start once again and boom done! Loading…

Is there a throttle control warning light on?

Dodge Avenger owners have reported 69 problems related to throttle control warning light on (under the vehicle speed control category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Dodge Avenger based on all problems reported for the Avenger.

Why does the throttle light flash on my Dodge Avenger?

According to the mechanic that was working on my car, after 2 unsuccessful attempts to fix it, they contact a Dodge dealership, which stated this was a known problem with the vehicle. After driving my car for more than 10 minutes, the electronic throttle indicator light begins to flash.

Is it safe to drive a 2014 Dodge Avenger?

This is very unsafe especially when driving on the highway. The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Avenger. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was diagnosed as having a faulty electronic throttle body control system.

Why is the throttle control light still on on my Dodge Avenger?

Just went to go turn it on after about 4 hours and light is still on. The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. While attempting to move from a stop, the vehicle stalled and the electronic throttle control indicator illuminated. The vehicle was shut off and restarted, but the failure recurred. The dealer was not contacted.

Dodge Avenger owners have reported 69 problems related to throttle control warning light on (under the vehicle speed control category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Dodge Avenger based on all problems reported for the Avenger.

What makes the throttle control light stick on a 2008 Dodge?

Re: electronic throttle control light on 2008 dodge… I had the same thing happen to me about a week ago and it was the Electronic Throttle Control. It will stick due to carbon build up.

What happens when my throttle position sensor goes bad?

What happens when my throttle position sensor goes bad When a TPS goes bad, then the car’s throttle body won’t function properly. It could either stay shut or it won’t close properly which is a severe issue. If it stays shut then your engine is not going receive air and it won’t start.

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