Alfa Romeo 8C Spider, Owner'S Manual

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FUEL CUT-OUT
INERTIA SWITCH
The vehicle is equipped with a safety switch
which activates in the event of a collision, cutting
off the fuel supply and consequently causing the
engine to stop. It also prevents fuel leaks if the
fuel lines are damaged during the accident.
Activation of the safety switch is signalled by
the illumination of the warning light
on the
display.
The switch is positioned underneath the front left-
hand seat. Move the seat fully back to access it.
CAUTION
After impact, if you smell fuel
or note any leakage from the fuel
supply system, do not reactivate the
switch in order to prevent any fire
risks.
When the inertia switch is activated, all the doors
and the luggage compartment lid unlock and the
dome lights and the four direction indicators are
turned on.
RESETTING THE SWITCH
Turn the ignition key to position
STOP
.
Check that there is no leakage from the fuel
system.
If no leaks are found, reset the inertia switch
which stops the fuel pump operation, by pressing
button
A on the switch.
Turn the ignition key to position MAR , wait a few
seconds and press the START button .
Check that the warning light on the display
is off.
Check once again that there are no fuel leaks.
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