If the pcm recognizes a fault in the drive by wire it will react by reducing the gain opening the throttle significantly.
Lightning bolt flashing on dash.
The gas pedal is not mechanically connected to the engine.
Rough idle lightning bolt which kills the throttle will only idle to move vehicle.
This video is my explanation of the chrysler 300 s dreaded lightning bolt warning light.
To prevent a runaway engine.
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The lightning bolt icon on your dashboard alerts you to a problem with the electronic throttle control system in your 2014 dodge charger.