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Fiat 500 Factory Service Manual (2007-2024)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Engine cuts out whilst running (then does not restart)

Make
Fiat
Model
500 Factory Service Manual
Year
2007–2024
Section
Engine › Engine cuts out whilst running (then does not restart)
Fault diagnosisEngine cuts out whilst running (then does not restart)

ENGINE CUTS OUT WHILST RUNNING (THEN DOES NOT RESTART)

1.2 8v, 1.4 16v

The engine cuts out while in gear, and it is impossible to restart it

Test results
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the fuel cut off has not been activated

Check the following, in order:

  • presence of fuel in the tank;
  • engine control unit correctly fastened to earth;
  • battery correctly fastened to earth;
  • positive battery terminal and all leads connected to it correctly fastened
  • no impurities/water in the fuel tank
  • no obstructions in the air intake circuit
Move on to Step 1

1. Fuel cut off activated

2. No fuel

3. Fastening slack or oxidized

4. Presence of dirt in the fuel tank

5. Circuit obstructed

1. Restore correct operation by carrying out the

See Test

2. Add fuel to the tank

3. Restore correct fastenings

4. Introduce fuel into the tank, clean the tank and pipes and replace the filter element

5. Restore to correct operation.

1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket and check:

  • that there are no errors in the control unit;
  • parameter plausibility
Move on to Step 2

1. Error detected in the control unit.

2. Impossible to activate a dialogue with the control unit

1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment

2. Move on to Step 2

2CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the engine control unit is receiving the correct power supply

Check the continuity of the supply wiring

Check the continuity of the engine compartment control unit fuses

See E5030 PETROL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Move on to Step 3

1. Main relay defective

2. Control unit power supply wiring defective

3. Power supply fuses blown

1. Replace the relay

2. Restore correct wiring.

3. Replace the blown fuses after having ascertained the cause of the problem

3ROAD TEST USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Carry out a road test reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs, keeping the diagnostic equipment connected and check:

  • that there are no errors in the control unit;
  • parameter plausibility
Move on to Step 4

1. The sudden onset of errors in the control unit is detected

2. Parameters off the scale.

3. Loss of dialogue between the control unit and the diagnostic equipment.

1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment

2. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment

3. Restore the correct connections.

4IGNITION SYSTEM CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check the continuity of the supply wiring

Check that the ignition coils are working by carrying out the

See Test 5510CI IGNITION COIL OPERATION CHECK

Move on to Step 5

1. Power supply wiring to coils broken

2. Defective coils.

1. Restore correct wiring.

2. Replace coils

Op. 5510C14 IGNITION COIL/S - R.R.

5INJECTION SYSTEM CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check the continuity of the supply wiring

See E5030 PETROL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Move on to Step 6Power supply wiring to injectors brokenRestore wiring
6FUEL PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Carry out a road test and check the fuel supply pressure in the conditions in which the problem occurs.

Check that the fuel lines are not blocked

Check that the fuel pump is working properly by carrying out the

See Test 1040AB SUBMERGED FUEL PUMP CHECK

Move on to Step 7

1. Fuel pressure too low: pipes obstructed

2. Fuel pressure too low: pump defective.

1. Eliminate the constrictions, replace the pipes if necessary

2. Replace the fuel pump assembly

Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R

7CORRECT OPERATION CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the engine control unit is working properly.End of diagnosisEngine management control unit defective.

Replace the engine management control unit

Op. 1056B82 INJECTION/IGNITION SYSTEM E.C.U. (ONE) - R + R

1.3 Multijet

The customer complains that: The engine cuts out whilst running, and it is impossible to restart it

Test results
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the air intake/vacuum circuit is working properly.

Also check:

  • Wiring on engine correctly fastened to earth;
  • Battery correctly fastened to earth;
  • Positive battery pole and all leads connected to it are correctly fastened
  • Fuel Cut Off intervention
  • Presence of fuel in the tank
  • Air filter blocked
  • Fuel filter blocked
Move on to Step 1

1. Supply fastenings slack or oxidized

2. Earth fastenings slack or oxidized

3. Inertia switch operated

4. Lack of fuel in the tank

5. Air filter blocked

6. Fuel filter blocked

1. Restore correct fastenings

See E1010 POWER SUPPLY

2. Restore correct fastenings

See E1010 POWER SUPPLY

3. Carry out the

See Test

4. Refill with fuel

5. Replace the air filter

Op. 1048A10 AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY - R.R.

6. Replace the fuel filter

Op. 1044B10 FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY - R + R OR REPLACE

1CHECK USING THE EXAMINERAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Connect to the engine control unit and check that there are no errorsMove on to Step 2Presence of errorsContinue as instructed by the diagnostic equipment.
2ENGINE CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the engine control unit is receiving the correct power supply

Check that the main relay is working correctly

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Move on to Step 3

1. Engine control unit power supply not correct

2. Main relay defective

1. Restore the control unit power supply

2. Replace main relay

3TIMING SENSOR CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check the operation of the timing sensor, by carrying out the

See Test 1060GC TIMING SENSOR OPERATION CHECK

Check the wiring continuity

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

Move on to Step 4

1. Sensor faulty

2. Wiring faulty

1. Replace timing sensor

Op. 1060G22 CAM ANGLE SENSOR - R.R

2. Restore correct wiring

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

4RPM SENSOR CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check the operation of the rpm sensor, by carrying out the

See Test 1060GI ENGINE SPEED CHECK

Check the wiring continuity

Move on to Step 5

1. Sensor faulty

2. Wiring faulty

3. Phonic wheel damaged

1. Replace the rpm sensor

Op. 1060G20 ENGINE RPM SENSOR - R.R.

2. Restore correct wiring

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

3. Replace the phonic wheel and reset the parameters in the control unit using the Examiner

5INJECTOR SEAL CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal to one another, carrying out the

See Test 1060OC INJECTOR SEAL TEST

Move on to Step 6Significant leak from one injector

Replace the injector

Op. 1060F10

6HIGH PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the high pressure diesel parameter is correct, carrying out the

See Test 1060OD HIGH PRESSURE FUEL CIRCUIT CHECK

Move on to Step 13Pressure not correctMove on to Step 7
7LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check using the

See Test 1060OA LOW FUEL RETURN PRESSURE CIRCUIT CHECK

that the pressure in the return pipe to the tank is less than 1 bar

Move on to Step 8Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructedRepair the pipe; if necessary, replace it
8LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the difference in pressure at the diesel filter outlet and high pressure pump inlet is less than 0.5 barMove on to Step 9Pressure below the minimum limit or above the maximum limitMove on to Step 12
9LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check using the

See Test

that the difference in pressure upstream and downstream of the filter is less than 1 bar

Move on to Step 10Difference in pressure more than 1 bar

Replace the fuel filter

Op. 1044B10 FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY - R + R OR REPLACE

10LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check using the

See Test 1060OB LOW FUEL DELIVERY PRESSURE CIRCUIT CHECK

that the supply pump pressure at the filter inlet is correct.

Move on to Step 11Pressure not correctMove on to Step 12
11LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Measure the difference in pressure between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet and check that it is less than 0.5 barMove on to Step 12Pressure above 0.3 barReplace the pipe
12ELECTRIC PUMP POWER SUPPLY CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Check that the pump power supply voltage is correct

Check that the pump demand is correct, carrying out the

See Test 1040AA

Move on to Step 13

1. Voltage lower than 12 Volts

2. Pump demand value incorrect

1. Renew electrical wiring

See E5050 DIESEL ENGINES ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT

2. Replace the fuel pump

Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GAUGE CONTROL - R + R

and clean the fuel tank

13CORRECT OPERATION CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

Replace the engine management control unit

Op. 1060G80 DIESEL ELECTRONIC INJECTION CONTROL UNIT - R.R

, if the previous checks have not achieved results, and check that the fault is no longer present

End of diagnosis

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