Red Lightning Bolt
03-11-2012, 08:33 AM
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Red Lightning Bolt
Hey all,
Been browsing threads for possible answers to my issue. I have a '07 4dr Sahara Over 2 months ago I got the red lightning bolt on my dash. Turning car off then back on usually does the trick. Didnt notice any decrease in performance. Checked the battery (little over a yr old) and the terminals were a bit corroded. Have since cleaned thoroughly. Issue went away or so I thought. Came on again 2-3 days ago. AutoZone checked for any codes may be kicking out.....and there were none. Hate to take to the dealership and get a hefty bill.
Any suggestions?
Thx in advance
Gabe
Been browsing threads for possible answers to my issue. I have a '07 4dr Sahara Over 2 months ago I got the red lightning bolt on my dash. Turning car off then back on usually does the trick. Didnt notice any decrease in performance. Checked the battery (little over a yr old) and the terminals were a bit corroded. Have since cleaned thoroughly. Issue went away or so I thought. Came on again 2-3 days ago. AutoZone checked for any codes may be kicking out.....and there were none. Hate to take to the dealership and get a hefty bill.
Any suggestions?
Thx in advance
Gabe
03-11-2012, 10:27 AM
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Usually that mean low voltage, your alternator could be going, you can usually get that tested at auto stores as well but you may have to remove it to test it.
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03-23-2012, 08:30 PM
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Went to local autozone and they tested my alternator. The fella tested it and said it is holding a charge. Light hasn't come on in a few weeks so not sure if there is any need for concerns. Additional thoughts?
03-24-2012, 06:02 AM
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Originally Posted by SaharaGabe
Went to local autozone and they tested my alternator. The fella tested it and said it is holding a charge. Light hasn't come on in a few weeks so not sure if there is any need for concerns. Additional thoughts?
03-30-2012, 07:21 PM
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Damned Red Lightning Bolt
So it has been going on and off this week. Can't possibly be the battery since it is less than a year old, but will check it out. If not, think I'm gonna take it to the dealership to have checked out, unless someone may have any other ideas.
Thx all.
Thx all.
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03-31-2012, 04:46 AM
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throttle? that's what mine was. i was running a performance chip and when it went bad it temp dissabled throttle response and the red lightning bolt came on. good luck
03-31-2012, 04:49 AM
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yeah it can be the battery. ive had batteries go bad in a month. keep the terminals clean, check the grounds and keep an eye on it. what i would do is test it with a meter when the light comes on. good starting point. check voltage and amperage
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Thx Apostle. First time it came on I noticed the terminals were pretty dirty. I thoroughly cleaned them. Just checked them and they are still clean, and no sign of corotion. I will check the battery when the bolt shows up next. Will come back. Thx.