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What Could Be the Reasons Why the Start & Stop of the 500L Doesn't Work

Model: Fiat 500 500 L - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Instrument cluster

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There are many reasons why the start and stop feature does not activate on the 500L, which can be divided into two types: with warning light on and without warning light. Without the warning light: extreme outside temperature, either hot or cold; driving without the seatbelt fastened; a door or the boot is open; the air conditioning is on and needs to reach a certain temperature; a steep incline; using the parking assist.

The warning light comes on if the battery is not sufficiently charged to activate the start & stop. This system requires at least 70% battery charge.

If the battery is below this threshold, not only will the S&S not activate, but the warning light will illuminate. Additionally, if there is a fault with the engine, the S&S will not activate either, and the warning light will illuminate.


Updated on 5 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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