Why does a car suddenly stall after hitting a pit?
Potholes on the roads of Russia cannot be defeated. Especially deep ones, when, after getting into it, the car body is literally shaken by vibrations, and the fillings seem to fly out of the teeth. Many drivers have problems with the engine after such shaking. It stalls and then refuses to start. What could be the problem and how to fix it, says the AvtoVzglyad portal.
When, after strong shaking, the engine stalls, the driver begins to check the condition of the timing belt, and after making sure that it is in order, various contacts and connections. If all this does not work, the collision ends with a call to a tow truck, whose services must be paid. At the same time, the driver does not even realize that you can fix the problem on your own, and in just a couple of minutes.
Usually, after the appearance of such problems, the starter works normally, but the engine does not start, from which we can conclude that there was some kind of trouble with the fuel supply. Wait to remove the rear sofa and get the fuel pump out of the tank. Better take a look at your car's owner's manual.
If there is an “FPS on” symbol or a crossed-out gas station icon in the list of warning lights, then you have almost found a solution to the problem.
These icons indicate that your vehicle is equipped with a so-called gravity impact sensor. It is needed in order to automatically turn off the fuel system in the event of an accident. This greatly reduces the risk of a fire after an accident. This solution is quite common and is found in many automakers. For example, Peugeot Boxer, Honda Accord, Insight and CR-V, FIAT Linea, Ford Focus, Mondeo and Taurus, as well as many other models have sensors.
The bottom line is that not all auto companies accurately calculate the sensitivity of the sensor, and over time it can malfunction if its contacts are oxidized. Therefore, when falling into a deep hole, there is a risk of false alarm. This is where the motor stalls.
To restore the fuel supply, you just need to press the button, which is located in a hidden place. The button can be found under the hood or under the driver's seat, in the trunk, under the dashboard, or near the front passenger's feet. It all depends on the specific brand of car, so read the instructions. After that, the engine will start working again and there is no need to call a tow truck.
