Look for the fuel pump switch or inertia switch. This is a small box with a plastic button on top and an electrical connector at the bottom. On some vehicle models, this will be located in
the luggage compartment
. Look on a side panel for a small, round button which you can pry off with a small screwdriver.
Is there a fuel pump shut off switch on?
Note: The fuel pump shut off switch reset button is usually
located either under the dash in the driver compartment or under the driver or passenger seat
. Just move the seat forward and pull back on the carpet or popping off the cover under the seat to access the switch.
How do I reset my fuel safety switch?
- Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Ensure that there is no fuel leaking in the engine compartment, along any of the lines or at the tank. …
- If no leakage and/or odor is apparent, reset the switch by pushing the reset button on the top of the switch.
How do you reset emergency fuel shut off?
- Locate your car’s inertial trigger or airbag control module. …
- Push the button on the inertial switch; it should be clearly marked as the fuel pump reset, and may be in a contrasting color to the case.
In the event of an accident, the “Fuel Reset Button”
will turn off the fuel pump and system
.
What would make a fuel pump not turn on?
If the fuel pump is not coming on, and
the fuse and relay
are good, then it may be possible that there is a problem with the pump or the fuel pump circuit. The first thing I would do is check to make sure that there is power to the fuel pump circuit, and that the relay is in fact sending power to the pump.
How do I know if my inertia switch is bad?
- Engine suddenly stops while driving. …
- Switch that trips for no reason. …
- No start condition.
How do you reset a inertia switch?
Press down the rubber reset button on the top
of the inertia switch. 3. Turn the ignition switch to position ‘II’, pause for a few seconds, then return the key to position ‘0’.
How do you know if an inertia switch is tripped?
if it tripped,then
the button will pop up and all you need to do is push it back down until it clicks/stays down
. it’s rare for the inertia switch to fail,but possible.
How do you reset a Ford fuel pump shut off switch?
- Turn the ignition to the off position.
- Check the fuel system for leaks.
- If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button.
- Turn the ignition to the on position.
- Wait a few seconds and return the key to the off position.
- Make another check for leaks.
What are the signs of fuel pump failure?
- Sputtering Engine. Your fuel pump is telling you something if your engine starts to sputter once you’ve hit the top speed on the highway. …
- Overheating Engine. …
- Low Fuel Pressure. …
- Power Loss. …
- Surging Engine. …
- Gas Mileage Decrease. …
- Dead Engine.
How do I know if my fuel pump fuse is bad?
- Engine stalls. One of the first symptoms of an issue with the fuel pump relay is an engine that suddenly stalls. …
- Engine does not start. Another symptom of a faulty fuel pump relay is an engine that does not start. …
- No noise from the fuel pump.
What causes inertia switch trips?
The design of the fuel pump inertia switch causes it to turn off the fuel pump if a vehicle is involved in an accident. However, in certain incidents such as a
blown tire
or hitting a pothole in the road, the switch has the potential to trip. A sudden stop or change in direction activates the switch.