If your Sandpiper suddenly won’t start and a fuel cut-off warning appears on the dashboard, the fuel cut-off safety system may have been triggered. This system is designed to protect the engine by stopping the fuel flow after certain types of impacts or sudden jolts.
Why the Fuel Cut-Off System Activates
The fuel cut-off switch is a built-in safety feature that halts fuel supply in scenarios such as:
A sudden impact or collision
Driving over a deep pothole
A tyre blowout
Harsh or emergency braking
When activated, the system also triggers the hazard lights and prevents the vehicle from starting until the switch is manually reset.
How to Reset the Fuel Cut-Off Switch
Follow these two simple steps:
1. Locate the Switch
In the 2 Berth Fiat Sandpiper, the fuel cut-off switch is located beneath the front passenger glove compartment.
Use the images provided in the PDF guide for easy identification:
Visual arrows highlight the switch location.
A red circle marks the exact spot, labeled: “This is the fuel cut-off switch.”
2. Reset the Switch
Press firmly on the rubber dome located at the center-top of the switch.
You should hear or feel a click when it resets.
Once pressed, the vehicle should be able to start as usual.
Video Guide – Step-by-Step Reset
Watch this quick demonstration showing how to reset the fuel cut-off switch on your 2 Berth Fiat Sandpiper:
PDF Guide
For step-by-step visuals and quick reference, download the instructional guide:
Fuel Cut-Off Switch – PDF Instructions
? PDF Guide
For visual instructions and easy offline access, download the PDF guide:
? Fuel Cut-Off Switch – PDF Instructions
(Link to the specific PDF for the Sandpiper model)
You can also download a version of the video in PDF format:
? Fuel Cut-Off Reset – Video Transcript & Stills (PDF)
(Insert download link here)
What to Expect After Reset
Heads-up: After resetting the switch, you may notice an engine warning light on the dash.
This is normal and should clear itself within 24 hours without further action.
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