Where is the inertia switch?
The inertia switch is located behind the trim on the left-hand side of the vehicle, forward of the front door post, below the fascia. A finger access hole in the trim allows the driver to reset the switch.
How to reset an inertia switch?
RESETTING THE 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.
Where is the inertia switch located on a Jaguar?
The inertia switch is installed next to the fuse box in the LH end of the fascia. When activated, it de-energizes the ignition relays in the engine compartment, driver’s side fascia and trunk fuse boxes.
What happens when you turn off the ignition on a Jaguar?
When activated, it de-energizes the ignition relays in the engine compartment, driver’s side fascia and trunk fuse boxes. It also removes ground inputs from the BPM and windshield wiper stalk switch. This stops the engine and fuel pump, unlocks any locked door, and de-energizes unnecessary electrical systems.
What to do if your Jaguar does not start?
Take your transmission shifter and put it in the “N” position from “P” and try to start the car. The shifter selector switch has been known to wear out or out of adjustment causing a no start situation. If the car does not start put it back in “P” and check the inertia switch.
How to check fuses on a jagrepair Jaguar?
1. Check that you have a fully charged battery and that you have power to all fuse panels. 2. Be sure that you have fuel pressure. 3. Check that you have spark. This all seems easy until you get involved in doing it. I will suggest to you to check fuses, fuel schrader valve and all sorts of things.
The inertia switch is installed next to the fuse box in the LH end of the fascia. When activated, it de-energizes the ignition relays in the engine compartment, driver’s side fascia and trunk fuse boxes.
Where is the reset button on a fuel inertia switch?
Through this access hole you will be able to see the reset button on top of the inertia switch. On other vehicle models, the inertia switch is located on the passenger’s side floor pan, under the dashboard.
What does the inertia switch on a car do?
Many vehicle models come equipped with a fuel pump switch, commonly known as the inertia switch. Vehicle owners and mechanics use this switch to cut off fuel to the fuel system as a safety measure during car repairs, when necessary. Moreover, this switch cuts off fuel to your vehicle’s engine during a collision to prevent a more serious accident.
When activated, it de-energizes the ignition relays in the engine compartment, driver’s side fascia and trunk fuse boxes. It also removes ground inputs from the BPM and windshield wiper stalk switch. This stops the engine and fuel pump, unlocks any locked door, and de-energizes unnecessary electrical systems.