Fuel Inertia Switch Cut Off?

2003 FORD EXPLORER
47,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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THEBLUEGOOSE
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Hi, I'm having a little trouble with my Sport Trac. A few weeks ago, It didn't want to start so i did what any person with a little mechanical knowledge would do...I tried to eliminate the possibilities of where the problem could be. Turns out, i wasn't getting no fuel. I immediately thought it was my fuel pump but later remembered that i once had a Topaz that I crashed and didn't want to start later because the Inertia switch kicked on. I figured, ah, what the heck? I'll try and reset it and maybe that will solve my problems. well, as soon as I did, she fired right up like nothing ever happened. Well today, I get in my truck and start reversing down my driveway, the truck shuts off again and doesn't want to start...I reset the inertia switch yet again, wondering if it would work for me a second time...And it did. My question is whats Happening that my fuel Inertia switch keeps tripping? Do I have a faulty fuel Pump? or is it just the switch that needs replacing? Or am I waaay Off and it is something entirely different? Any Help would be Greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time.
Jun 3, 2010 at 1:22 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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most likely culprit would be the inertia switch itself simply needs replaced here is the location is the diagrams below. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Nov 17, 2018 at 9:00 AM
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DON BRAND
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In most cases, it is not the switch, it is the connector. It is overheated to the point of losing contact. If the damage it too severe, the switch contacts may also be damaged. I simply bypassed the whole thing to avoid future problems. Ford is about the only manufacturer who utilizes this device. Your choice, either replace the switch and connector or bypass and eliminate the problem all together.
Nov 17, 2018 at 9:00 AM
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WORDMAN48
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the anti-theft fuel pump shutoff reset switch is malfunctioning on my 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. It periodcally shutoffs my fuel pump but the switch itself doesn't trip making it impossible to reset. Sometimes I have to wait hours before the engine will start again. Can I bypass this swich by splicing the wires together that feed the switch?
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM (Merged)
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WRENCHTECH
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That's not an anti theft switch. It's an Inertia switch to shut the fuel off in case of collision. If you're having a problem with it, simply replace it.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM (Merged)
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PETEOADE
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Engine Mechanical problem
2002 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I was in a small fender bender and now the truck won't start. I was told by the tow truck driver that fords have a reset button to turn the fuel back on. If this is true where do I find it?

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Pete Oade
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM (Merged)
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2CARPRO JACK
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Base of right "A" pillar, should be behind the pass side kick panel or maybe up a little higher more behind the glove box from the description my locator gave
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM (Merged)
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TISHA25
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Cannot Find my inertia switch car will not start and its not the fuel pump or fuse.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM (Merged)
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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the inertia fuel shut-off switch is behind the right front kick panel
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:30 AM (Merged)
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PLUCKY458
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we had ran out of fuel,, refuled drove about 1/2 mile and truck died. tried to restart and to no avail.let it sit overnite now battery is dead. is there a reset on the fuel pump and where is it located.
is there anything else i mite have overlooked?

joe
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If it ran after you refueled, that isn't the problem. I need you to check fuel pump pressure. Also, check the fuel filter to make sure it isn't plugged.

I have seen many situations where the pump goes bad when this happens. That is why I want you to check pressure and the filter.

Here is a how to for checking:

https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_check_fuel_pressure.htm

Let me know what you find. Also, if you have good fuel pressure, check for spark to the plugs.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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MSCARLSON
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Im trying to find the fuel shutoff switch where is it located? I've been in a accident and trying to get it started
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Is behind right front kick panel
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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MERLIN2021
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Behind the right front kick panel.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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JDL
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https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/170934_bump_switch_1.jpg

Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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MERLIN2021
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jdl123, Nice pic...
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Yes indeed -I forsee a future 2carpros certified technician keep up the good work
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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JDL
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Thanks everybody, it seems like every 20 posts I answer, maybe I help one person. Not very good odds, maybe it'll get better.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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You learn as you go, you keep going-your doing fine-holler to the big boys if you need help. The idea here is to help people.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:31 AM (Merged)
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MATA36
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where can i fine the inertia switch. detials plese?
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:32 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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[quote:9b2da3159d="mata36"]where can i fine the inertia switch. detials plese?[/quote:9b2da3159d]

Its located in the right front kick panel

[quote:9b2da3159d="mata36"]if you hear the buzzing noise from the fuel pump that mean it turns on and it you see its througs pruser out when you disconnect the gasline from thr fuel rilter that means it througs presure out, is there a posebility that still not working.

Disconnecting it @ the filter don't mean nothing, you need a fuel pressure gauge to check it has to be in specs.

Please! stay in 1 post you do not need to make another post to get your answers. We can all do it in one.

Good LUck



ford explore 98 6 cylinder 4.0[/quote:9b2da3159d]
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:32 AM (Merged)
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BECKYRE
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1997 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic

I am having trouble locating the fuel pump reset button can you please help me locate this item?
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:32 AM (Merged)
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
I'm not aware of a button, but the fuel pump inertia switch is located in the right front passenger area. You will find it in the right front corner, mounted on the toe board, just beside the right front kick panel.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:32 AM (Merged)
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MAJA44
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Where is the fuel shut off valve located in a 1995 Ford Explorer. I had a front end collision and now my car wont start.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:32 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF SWITCH LOCATION Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch Location


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_inertiaswitch_1.gif

Located on the toe-board to the right of the transmission hump.
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:32 AM (Merged)
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LATERDAYSAND
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i think the fuel pump shut off switch was triggered while driving down our super bumpy full of potholes drive way. it turns over but will not start. the problem is, i don't know what this switch looks like. i kind of have an idea of where it is but can't find it.
can you show me what it looks like and where to find it
Nov 26, 2020 at 8:33 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Explorer its on the right side of transmission hump, underneath carpet on toe board. There will be a shrouded reset button on top

See the diagram below for location
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Nov 26, 2020 at 8:33 AM (Merged)
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Yes, the inertia switch is located in the right kick panel. I've attached a picture below. To reset the switch use a finger to depress the button. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Nov 26, 2020 at 9:01 AM