Electronic throttle control light turned on

Tiny
MARK SMITH4
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  • 2008 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 207,000 MILES
I replaced the heater hose on my van. After the hose was replaced, when I started my engine the electronic throttle control sensor light was on, and my engine was running rough. This light had never turned on before. Was this caused by me changing my heater hose?
Sunday, June 26th, 2022 AT 2:19 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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You may have gotten something wet or bumped off a connector. We should run the codes to help guide us to the problem, here is a guide that will help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

It could be a coincidence and the throttle bore needs service this guide will show you how.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please run down these guides and report back.
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Monday, June 27th, 2022 AT 10:11 AM

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