Fuel Cut-Off System - Fiat Punto Owner's Handbook Manual

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DOOR LOCKING fig. 50
To lock all doors at the same time, press
button A, located on the central console
control panel, regardless of the position
of the ignition key.

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM

This system triggers after a collision and
activates the following:
❒ cut-off of fuel supply with consequent
switching off of the engine;
❒ automatic door unlocking;
❒ switching on of all interior lights.
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When the system has been triggered, the
message "Fuel cut off, see handbook" is
displayed.
Carefully check the car for fuel leaks, for
instance in the engine compartment, un-
der the car or near the tank area.
After a crash, turn the key to STOP to
avoid draining the battery.
WARNING
If, after a crash, you smell fu-
el or notice leaks from the
fuel system, do not reactivate the sys-
tem to avoid the risk of fire.
Door unlocking in the event of
a crash
If the fuel cut-off switch trips following an
accident, the doors will be automatically
unlocked to allow access to the passenger
compartment and the ceiling lights will be
switched on at the same time. The doors
can always be opened from the inside of
the car by using the appropriate controls.
if no fuel leakage is found and the car is
roadworthy, ensure the correct operation
of the vehicle by adhering to the following
instructions.
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