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Inertia Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING: DO NOT reset inertia switch until fuel system has been inspected for leaks.
  1. In event of a collision, electrical contacts in inertia switch open, automatically shutting off fuel pump. Fuel pump shuts off even if engine does not stop running. Engine will stops due to lack of fuel.
  2. Engine cannot be restarted until inertia switch is manually reset. To reset inertia switch, depress button on switch. See INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF (IFS) SWITCH LOCATION  table.
INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF (IFS) SWITCH LOCATION

Application Location
Ranger Below Right Side Of Instrument Panel, Behind Trim Panel