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How do you reset the throttle position sensor on a Dodge Caliber?

How do you reset the throttle position sensor on a Dodge Caliber?

To reset the system all You need to do is turn on the vehicle without starting the engine. After that You can just press down on the throttle pedal for ten seconds and wait until the engine light starts to blink. When that happens it is resetting the throttle body and the ECU’s memory.

What does the lightning bolt mean on a 2010 Dodge Journey?

The lightning bolt on the dash means that there is a problem with the electronic throttle control system in your vehicle. To reset the electronic throttle control system, perform the following: Insert ignition key and turn to “ON” position but do not start the engine.

How to test a Dodge Caliber lightning bolt?

Slowly depress the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. Slowly release the accelerator pedal until it is all the way back up at the rest position. Turn the ignition key to “OFF” position. Start the engine and test the throttle by see if the engine will throttle up.

Is there such a thing as a red lightning bolt?

Any idea what this could be.. There are numerous threads here about the infamous red lightning bolt dashboard light. One Achilles heel of the otherwise very reliable FCA GEMA engine is a throttle body unit with plastic gears that break. I recently read that this happens to other brands too.

Why does my car have a lightning bolt symbol?

Our engine light came on and it read that the cam shaft needed to be replaced we replaced it but came to find out our car has 2 of them well the lightening bolt symbol came on today is it related should I worry My car has 168000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission.

What does the lightning bolt mean on my Dodge Avenger?

The red lightning bolt indicates that there is a problem wit the electronic throttle control unit. This may be for a specific reason or may be due to a slight glitch.

What is lightning bolt warning light on the 2007 Dodge Caliber dash?

What is lightning bolt warning light on the 2007 dodge caliber dash? Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. Hi!! That light is called MIL (Malfuction Indicator Light), it comes on when de computer detects a problem.

How do you remove Lightning Bolt warning light?

To remove the pins, look a them closely. Notice that there’s two little notches cut into the cup that holds the pin. Use a flathead on each side to leveredge them out a little. If that doesn’t work at all, you can use a pair of pliers to firmly grip the head of the pin and pull straight out. Quick firm pull.

What should I do about a red lightning bolt on my Journey?

The Journey started similar symptoms and had it towed to the dealer. It has 31K miles, ran perfect, no signs of anything. Parked it after chruch, came out next morning g and when I started it, it was knocking and check engine lights were on, so turn it off & dealer had me call Chrysler Roadside assistance.

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Ruth Doyle