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How do you reset the fuel pump switch on a Ford Explorer?
To reset the fuel light on a ford explorer you will need to access the fuel reset switch which is located in the glove box or in the foot well of the passenger seat area, press that switch and the fuel system will be reset.
How does a fuel pump cutoff switch work?
The fuel pump shut off switch is designed to disengage the power to the fuel pump when a vehicle comes to an instant stop. If the fuel pressure switch turns off the power to the fuel pump during normal vehicle operation, then the reset button can be pressed to reset the switch and resume power to the fuel pump.
How do you reset a fuel pump switch?
How to Reset a Fuel Pump Shut Off Switch
- 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.
How do you reset the fuel pump on a Ford f150?
Reset the fuel pump cut-off switch by pressing the small, round button, located near the passenger-side kick panel, underneath the right-side portion of the glove compartment.
Where is the fuel pump reset switch?
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.
Should inertia switch be up or down?
The only time the inertia switch should trip is during a collision. With the inertia switch in the open position, the red button is raised up. It is not supplying power to the fuel pump in this position. When the reset button is pushed in (or down), then the inertia switch will let the voltage flow to the fuel pump.
What would cause a fuel pump not to turn on?
There can be a sensor or electronic control unit (ecu) issue. If either due to a faulty crank sensor, or ecu, the crank sensor signal is not being read, the ignition and fuel pump systems will not power up. Also, a faulty ignition module can create the same issue.
What would cause a fuel pump to not turn on?
Where is the fuel pump inertia switch located?
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.