Instead a sensor monitors the position of the pedal and that information is sent to the etc to make changes in engine speed.
Lightning bolt flashing on dash.
This video is my explanation of the chrysler 300 s dreaded lightning bolt warning light.
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Rough idle lightning bolt which kills the throttle will only idle to move vehicle.
If the pcm recognizes a fault in the drive by wire it will react by reducing the gain opening the throttle significantly.
The gas pedal is not mechanically connected to the engine.
The red lightning bolt in the center of a venturi is the warning lamp for the drive by wire or electronic throttle.
To prevent a runaway engine.