Engine cuts out whilst running (then does not restart)
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- 500 Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2007–2024
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- Engine › Engine cuts out whilst running (then does not restart)
ENGINE CUTS OUT WHILST RUNNING (THEN DOES NOT RESTART)
The engine cuts out while in gear, and it is impossible to restart it
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check that the fuel cut off has not been activated Check the following, in order:
| 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. | |
| 1 | CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Connect the diagnostic equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the diagnostic socket and check:
| 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 | |
| 2 | CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 | 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 | |
| 3 | ROAD TEST USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Carry out a road test reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs, keeping the diagnostic equipment connected and check:
| 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. | |
| 4 | IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the continuity of the supply wiring Check that the ignition coils are working by carrying out the | Move on to Step 5 | 1. Power supply wiring to coils broken 2. Defective coils. | 1. Restore correct wiring. 2. Replace coils | |
| 5 | INJECTION SYSTEM CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the continuity of the supply wiring | Move on to Step 6 | Power supply wiring to injectors broken | Restore wiring | |
| 6 | FUEL PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 | 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 | |
| 7 | CORRECT OPERATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the engine control unit is working properly. | End of diagnosis | Engine management control unit defective. | Replace the engine management control unit | |
The customer complains that: The engine cuts out whilst running, and it is impossible to restart it
| Test results | ||||
| 0 | PRELIMINARY CHECKS | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Check that the air intake/vacuum circuit is working properly. Also check:
| 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 2. Restore correct fastenings 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 | |
| 1 | CHECK USING THE EXAMINER | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Connect to the engine control unit and check that there are no errors | Move on to Step 2 | Presence of errors | Continue as instructed by the diagnostic equipment. | |
| 2 | ENGINE CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the engine control unit is receiving the correct power supply Check that the main relay is working correctly | 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 | |
| 3 | TIMING SENSOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check the operation of the timing sensor, by carrying out the See Test 1060GC TIMING SENSOR OPERATION CHECK Check the wiring continuity | 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 | |
| 4 | RPM SENSOR CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 | |
| 5 | INJECTOR SEAL CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the diesel leaks from the injector recirculation connections are small (seepage) and roughly equal to one another, carrying out the | Move on to Step 6 | Significant leak from one injector | Replace the injector Op. 1060F10 | |
| 6 | HIGH PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
Check that the high pressure diesel parameter is correct, carrying out the | Move on to Step 13 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 7 | |
| 7 | LOW RETURN PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 8 | Pressure above the maximum limit: return pipe to the tank obstructed | Repair the pipe; if necessary, replace it | |
| 8 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Check that the difference in pressure at the diesel filter outlet and high pressure pump inlet is less than 0.5 bar | Move on to Step 9 | Pressure below the minimum limit or above the maximum limit | Move on to Step 12 | |
| 9 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 10 | Difference in pressure more than 1 bar | Replace the fuel filter | |
| 10 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 11 | Pressure not correct | Move on to Step 12 | |
| 11 | LOW SUPPLY PRESSURE CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
| Measure the difference in pressure between the electric pump outlet and the filter inlet and check that it is less than 0.5 bar | Move on to Step 12 | Pressure above 0.3 bar | Replace the pipe | |
| 12 | ELECTRIC PUMP POWER SUPPLY CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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 | |
| 13 | CORRECT OPERATION CHECK | All OK | Problems encountered | Operation |
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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