How To Reset Fuel Cut Off System on Fiat 500 (2012-2019)
Last Updated on April 1, 2021 by Nick
How To Reset Fuel Cut Off System on Fiat 500 (2012-2019) – The Fiat 500 is a compact car model from the Italian carmaker Fiat. Thanks to Fiat’s interest in the American Chrysler, Fiat can also sell the 500 in North America.
The American 500 has been modified on several points compared to the European version. For example, Fiat has mounted a slightly larger fuel tank, the 500 has been adapted to American safety standards, and a new rear axle has been installed.
How To Reset Fuel Cut Off System on Fiat 500 (2012-2019)
Time needed: 3 minutes
When an impact causes airbag deployment, the Enhanced Accident Response System will activate and a Fuel Cut off light will appear on the screen. When this happens, you can’t start the engine before resetting the system. Here’s how to reset the Fuel Cut off system on the Fiat 500:
- Turn the ignition to the OFF position
Make sure the turn signal lever is in the neutral position
- Turn on the ignition
Turn the ignition key to the MAR position
- Switch on the RIGHT turn signal
The left turn signal turns off and the right turn signal light will blink
- Switch on the LEFT turn signal
The right turn signal lights will be lit solid and left turn signal lights will flash
- Switch on the RIGHT turn signal
The left turn signal lights will be lit solid and right turn signal lights will flash
- Switch on the LEFT turn signal
The right turn signal lights will be lit solid and left turn signal lights will flash
- Turn the signal lever in the neutral position
The turn signal will turn off
- Turn off the ignition and the Hazard flashers
Turn off the hazard flashers manually
- Start the engine to verify the system has been reset
Done!
Each step must be held for at least two seconds and must be complete in 45 seconds!
These instructions are based on the Fiat 500 owner’s manual. This procedure should apply to the second generation of Fiat 500 (2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 model years). Hopefully, the article How To Reset Fuel Cut Off System on Fiat 500 (2012-2019) can solve your problem. Good Luck!
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