How To Bypass an Inertia Switch | What They Are, Where They Are & Why They're Important

[@philipstately5913]

My Ranger sat for 6 months and then wouldn't start. I replaced the battery, fuel filter, fuel pump, siphoned out the old gas, replaced the plugs, wires, cap, rotor and coil. She still wouldn't start and stay running.... I wish I would have found your video sooner. It would have saved me $100's and many many hours and headache... Awesome video! Thank you!

[@alexconnor8961]

This sounds very familiar dear sir I'll check it out

[@gwendolynrobinson404]

Were is my inversion switch I have a 2005MERCURY monterey van

[@bannzversion]

What happened to you is exactly what happened to me😭😭😭I spent so much money only to find it’s the switch 😭

[@korybright-rp7hn]

you just fixed my truck you absolute legend! thank you brotha!

[@arr0w_sniper415]

Dude you just saved me so much trouble ! Truck died at a stop sign, couldn't figure it out, did this and bam! Shes back on the road 🤟🤟🤟

[@Archifx]

Glad it helped ya!

[@vincentseth7960]

@Cannon Toby yea, been using Flixzone} for since december myself :)

[@lennoxtravis9487]

@Cannon Toby Definitely, been using Flixzone} for years myself =)

[@bakercain265]

@Cannon Toby Yea, been watching on Flixzone} for since december myself :)

[@brodietaylor7467]

@Cannon Toby Yea, I've been using flixzone} for since november myself =)

[@Tadaladaworldwide]

My 88 ranger wouldn’t start and your video saved me! I did the wire bypass jumped it started up! I reinstalled a new one! Thanks brother! You’re the man!

[@thomasguthrie5938]

Thanks for the video. My 1988 Ranger just quit running yesterday. I'll be checking that switch tomorrow! Keeping fingers crossed! Cheers!

[@BigTex347]

I just acquired a 1989 Ford F250 4x4 that's been parked in a building for 22 years. It has 40,000 original miles. I put tires on it. New plugs, changed the oil & filter. New battery - everything came to life, but it wouldn't start. I put 3 gallons in the front tank. I changed the fuel relays. Won't start. It will turn over quickly. It will run temporarily on starter fluid. Thanks to your video I'll take a look at the inertia switch next. - before I replace the electric fuel pumps/tanks. Thanks

[@IntheBlood67]

Thanks! YOU are the first one to mention leaky window seals and I did find a moisture problem!

[@tinalara-ortega8126]

Great. These short videos. Are helpful. Thank you. I have a jumper wire. I will replace the inertia switch first before I replace the electrical wire harness. I've already changes the fuel pump and fuel filter. In addition to the fuel relay fuse which was blown. Thank you.

[@junipersnow1]

Love the square bodied Ford... I have a 97 F150 stranded roadside. Going out now to see if I can By-pass the Inertia switch. Good video, Thanks

[@ChillBill23609]

Did it work?

[@propanetankhank9588]

Where can i get a bumper like that for the fog lights? thanks for this video, my '86 is having issues.

[@otis81388]

So how would a working inertia switch look, that white should stay down or up? Mine looks and moves just like yours, i cant wait to get off work and test it

[@flintbeckstone7004]

Yeah I'm driving 91 stx 3.0 and you helped me fix a no start problem on it by resetting the inertia switch. It's good to know the inertia switch can be bypassed. Thanks for the info.

[@georgermoore6268]

Im diggin the info, currently haveing a similar issues with my ford. But ive yet to pinpoint it.

[@arlenbennett9324]

I have a 04 Ford Escape Xlt. I may have a faulty fuel inertia switch that I will have to replace. I will try the bypass first to see. Thank you that video was very informative for me.

[@evanfullmer1062]

My 93’ Ford probe has a third middle wire on the wiring harness that plugs into the cut off switch. When jumping the two outside wires together, what am I supposed to do with the middle wire that goes into the wiring harness please and thank you I’m having some serious trouble getting this probe to stay running. I’ve crossed the wires every direction and what not and haven’t had much success.

[@traviswiggins7605]

How do you switch that connector piece if that part has gone bad? Like the part that you put the wire into

[@michaelwebb8788]

Thank you for this vid. My 89 Bronco did this and I was about to change the fuel pump.

[@jeffwilliams-p4x]

Trucks ignition switch went bad so it got stuck on. Took it to a friend's house. He pulled the fuse and the first one that he pulled from under the hood was the anti-theft and the fuel pump fuse. Of course the truck stalled upon replacing the ignition switch and the actuator and the column that reset the fuel system and burn up the fuel pump. So then we had but the new fuel pump in well when we drop the tank to put a fuel pump in tank had a crack in it. After replacing the fuel pump tank and feeder tube. We got good fuel pressure. It started up for about 3 or 4 seconds and then would not start again. It's cranking. Like I said we got good fuel pressure now but it's not firing so we're thinking ESC. What do you think?

[@charleshawkins532]

I would like to know where the 1990 Ford F150 ignition switch is located

[@CodyMacLeod-vk6qo]

Your the man! I assume the same is similar for a 88 bronco ii? I think it's under the steering wheel tho

[@nickpanhead7209]

Hey great video, i have 87 ford f150 same switch and wire different location. My switch is doing the same thing as yours, But I pulled the plug, put a teslight on, turn the Ignition. I'm not getting any twelve volts to the plug on either terminal.What could that be. Please help

[@raymott6912]

Thanks for this video. I have a 1986 Ford F-150 4x4. I am sinking more and more money into but it was my dad’s so I just keep fixing the next thing. The truck wasn’t starting. The inter tank pumps were engaging but it wasn’t starting. So, I replaced the external fuel pump and filter. It still isn’t starting and now I don’t hear any of the pumps engaging. When I put the external in I cycled when I put on the wiring. My inertia switch is tripped and I was so excited for this video… but it still didn’t start. What should I check next? I did pull the front and back fuel lines and am 98% sure input them back on the filter before the external fuel pump… would that cause this issue if they were switched. I don’t think that is it though. I have looked at the relay but it isn’t going to be easy so I thought I’d seek advice first.

[@TylerAtwood-z6d]

Is there a fuel pump control module on a 99 Ford ranger

[@jamesprice6381]

Any idea where to get a NEW connector? Cant find it! Thx!

[@jeremye6516]

My 1987 Ford Thunderbird lx has the exact same switch in the trunk mine is also sloppy like that and won’t move fuel.

[@MaggieGardner56]

Like your video but my 2013 Toyota Camry was in an accident and shut off believe it’s the inertia switch but where is it on my vehicle?

[@rharris7635]

Great video! I like your concept...start to finish, and fixed.

[@simonlinser8286]

Yeah v this is a high quality video yo

[@DJMorgan-rg4xz]

Good morning. I wanted to see if you could help me. I am stumped. I have an 88 GT Mustang that won’t start. It’s only getting 3 volts at the fuel pump. It’s getting 11.5 at the inertia switch. I even put a jumper wire on that in case the switch was bad and still 3 volts at the pump. I swapped fuel relay with another Foxbody I have and that car starts with both relays. Any idea what I’m missing? I appreciate any help.

[@akprayingmom]

If you are still around, hoping this fix will work for our F250 Super Duty V10 6.8 L Won’t start. Replaced fuel filter and brand new battery. Going to try your bypass idea to see if it will allow the truck to start.

[@maskfam6608]

I cant find my fuel pump driver module on my 2007 EXPEDITION... Any clue where it might be located

[@pohailaniwoolsey3157]

I have a 2002 crvwpuld you know where it's located? The inertia? N if so could you post a photo because I. SO unsure what it looks like cuz different videos say it looks like this or that and yah it's all different. Please help

[@valdenawalker3669]

Where is the fuel pump reset button found in a1999 Ford escort located at looked in the truck an couldn't find it

[@block_head_steve240]

would disconnecting the plug be a good way to protect a car from theft?

[@dogsandwich77]

That's what Ive done when I know Im not driving the truck for a while, or Im parked in a shady neighborhood.

[@velezdragon3574]

Is it the same way on the 87 tarus?

[@titanniki412]

Does it matter what guage of wire?

[@amyevans7141]

Any idea where the inertia switch is on a 2014 jeep compass latitude?

[@Gena-cv1lf]

I'm a widow and I'm doing all my work on my 05 Pony and I could use some advice I've checked my fuses are good I believe but I am still having problems with point A to point C I've replaced my fuel pump and quite frank my hair is getting rather thin any pointers of help you may have

[@bentoncope3937]

Will this work for a diesel truck

[@manuelsalgado8510]

I put a new inertia switch but for some reason it will still cutoff sometimes then u tap in the sensor and bam it works again . Keep in mind this is a new sensor from auto zone. Could it be a problem with the connector?

[@Lake_Blvd_Outlaw]

its crazy how sumthin so simple can be such a pain in the A$$ . thanks bro. it worked for me . Now this $300 ranger may actually be worth it.

[@ScrapDaddy365]

Okay..... Where does the inertia switch wiring come from? Mine has been removed, where does the wiring originate?

[@williamnasland4959]

that's really great advice. I have a inertia switch in my 2003 Saturn L200 series and I don't know where it's at I can't find it

[@curtiswoods4815]

My 2001 Ford Ranger was running till last night, when I turn the key to crank my truck,the dash light’s don’t come on and it won’t crank? Is there some kind of sensor I have to replace?

[@antoniobibik207]

85 crown Victoria same problem crank but no start I’m gonna check this next

[@MarvinPhair]

Where can I find the inertia switch on my 1999 Chevy S10 2.2 liter 2 wheel drive?

[@Bfocus23]

Will copper wire work

[@JohnnyRomero-cg6iq]

I need help I'm having that same issue but I need help locating my switch on a 2002 Saturn SC1 3 door car

[@TinaRichardson-c4d]

Is there a switch on a Scion 2006 xa

[@anthonygeffertjr6558]

Bitchin' Ranger!!! And that shot you got of the paint reflection...👀😲. I think we DIY guys & gals can all appreciate a from start-to-finish video. Good work!

[@mundlkalli4396]

great video......thank you....I have a 2003 mazda protoge Dx.....I am trying to find out if it has a inertia switch......I looked everywhere meaning research on line.Nothing shows me that it has one as well that it DOES NOT have one. engine cranks,(these items have been checked and appear to be fine.......battery,relays,starter,fuel pump, ) Any feedback would be very much appreciated Thank you again !!!!!!!!!! Happy TG

[@nen.user.3764]

Great video man. Truck looks so good

[@JM-tw3lo]

I have a gmc 1500 1999. I think the intertia switch is the problem but I can’t locate it! Please help

[@TammyMcNeely-of5vk]

I've got a 86 Ford ranger 2.9l 6 cylinder 4x4 won't start. Ive replaced in tank pump and tfi mod. It will turn over just won't start. Tested pressure regulator. Gas shoots out of it one then try to start it and test regulator again nothing. System not staying pressurized. What other things can it be

[@pearlabroadway6365]

Where is the fuel pump shutoff switch on the 91 cochman sport Rv

[@sonnetferris6128]

my golf 1993 feul injector switches of when im driving please what can be the problem

[@elicaraballo8990]

Thanks for your video, the problem that I’m having on my 2004 Ford F150, is that when it doesn’t turn on, I check the inertia switch and it’s not tripped. However, when I disconnected and reconnected, my truck will start up. I replaced the nurses switch but the problem to remains. I noticed that it occurs more often if the temperature is colder outside. If anyone has any suggestions I’d appreciate them. Thanks!

[@patrickdubuc3439]

So if I bypass the inertia switch and i still get nothing it should be the relay correct?

[@jaydenkusisto3850]

Does a 1999 chevy tahoe have ai ertia switch?

[@wileyhouse8984]

Inertia switch on a 89 lx.. mustang is this switch hard to change

[@JohnnyRomero-cg6iq]

I need help locating my switch for a Saturn SC1 2002 3 door same problem with my car I think cuz my fuel line is cut off no gas to anything

[@carterrushton9079]

I have an 88 but the inertia switch is melted I know I have to get a new one but can you get any year of ranger inertia switch or does the inertia switch have to be meant for an 88

[@galvincarr145]

i have a 2011 ranger i replaced the fuel pump i replaced the inertia switch. bypassed it too and still no start. any ideas ?

[@wolfrus1809]

I hit a bump in my 93 bronco and it randomly cut off I’m hoping this is the fix

[@randallmarsh446]

My 86 ranger sat for 4 months after i parked it,,i lost the key and had to remove the keylock and tumblers . now it wont start ,the dash lights come on but no run when i crank it. i put fresh gas and new battery and bypassed the inertia switch. Only one wire from the keylock is not hooked up..is that my problem?

[@JohnMichael-vy6hp]

I have a 1996 Lincoln Towncar that left me stranded at work last night. I had no problem getting to work, but when I was ready to go home it wouldn't start. Luckily the AAA tow truck driver knew about the Fuel pump cutoff switch in these older Fords and went fishing for it. My car has a nice bright yellow label pointing to exactly where it is in the trunk. And it was right out in the open. He pressed the reset button and it started right up. He saved me an untold amount of aggravation. My question is...what made the switch trip? I wasn't in any accident or hit a speed bump. I need to be able to avoid future shut offs because I know my luck. The same thing might happen again and I'll go "Oh hey, I just saw this video explaining what to do." And I'll try it and it won't start. I need to know if this was a freak circumstance, or is the switch faulty and needs to be replaced?

[@luckyPiston]

From what i hav heard they have like a ball in there and ya they can wear over time. im replacing the one on my p71 as i notice a lag when i take a sharp right turn...

[@jessicahennager4006]

The only way to figure that out is drive it and see if it happens again. If it happens again soon, replace it. Or buy one off eBay and replace it to be on the safe side/ throw it in the trunk for an emergency, whatever. You can try hooking up to a code reader but I don’t know if that’ll get you anywhere. Good luck

[@roywalker677]

so my ignition switch can cause the inertia switch not to function properly ?

[@GreelyBlair]

I have a Ford ranger 1997 2.9 v6 I need to no what line coming off the fule pump is the fule line and witch one of them is the return line someone had cut all fule lines off of it and what is that round thing on rail it's got one line going in on top and one on bottom and coming out of the round thing has two lines going to rail I don't no witch one goes where

[@lonniebrown8945]

Cant find a 2 wire pigtail for my 04 mazda b3000

[@deloisrichardson6054]

Hi to check a inertia switch on a jaguar 2005/where is it;;thank you

[@LuisMartinez-fr9gq]

Hello Sir, nice video, straight to the point, I like it. I see your inertia switch has 2 wires to do the bypass, can you help me out please i have a 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 4 cylinders, my switch connector has three (3) wires. Do you know which wires should I connect to do the bypass, i test the wires with a test light but only one shows me current/juice what do you think it's the problem, any help my friend it's appreciate it, thanks in advance..

[@King1Andy]

Hey there, I have a issue with my 84 f250. The engine starts hart an It runs only on 7 cylinders. But I have spark on all 8. I thought it could be the switch like you showed in your video. But after I pushed the white putton on top the gaspump is not working anymore. Can you help Me out?

[@jasonekstam4022]

Ok so I have a 1988 2.9 and I've replaced fuel pump,put new injector o-rings, new ignition,new relay, and my fuel pressure seems really high at 90psi before fuel rail but the other day it ran like a champ now it's doing the same thang some how it's either getting to much fuel or not enough I don't know what to check for this you can here intank fuel pump kick on and injectors

[@ronanderson1163]

i have a 2000 ford ranger 4.0 replaced fuel pump but dosent get power to run it checked inertia switch with by pass still no start

[@bobbyjoehooperii2677]

My 2006 Ford ranger 4.0 v-6 after engine runs a while or idles a long time & when I shut engine off, engine will turn over, but not start. If I reach & hit & hold the fuel safety or inertia button & hold button down, engine starts & runs perfect. What's the problem?

[@rebekahlaflin3565]

what if I cant find one. I've looked at the manual diagram plus like five others online. I'm wondering if the original owner may have just totally removed it? Our ignition is stuck on and were trying to just shut the engine off.

[@patrickdubuc3439]

How do u know if inertia switch failed?

[@daveyhogan5332]

Having problems finding the exact one my wire burnt up 2. On a 1987 f150 exact same Switch.

[@patrickdubuc3439]

Will that shut off both pumps or just 1?

[@steveherrington2151]

All fuel

[@carlosyelineck5813]

Whats the link for the universal fuel pump sensor I have a 2006 ford ranger who is having the same problem and I can't seem to find the fuel pump interia sensor.

[@lespri8352]

If you reset the ECU would that help to bypass resetting the Inertia Switch

[@manuelsalgado8510]

No

[@TheParticlez]

So if the inertia switch is the issue you won't hear the fuel pump start ?

[@noecampos5204]

I’m looking for explain of the way fuel pump star and stop , later keep running when car runs Why the pump do that’ And how check that sensor o wherever do that

[@kimtrejo1599]

Okay I have a 2002 Ford Ranger I was told the fuel pump is bad $360 he said he went and got a new fuel pump etc etc didn't start went back and got another fuel pump didn't start and then I saw him spraying started fluid under the hood it started it turned off after a few minutes said see it runs he took off real fast and my vehicle now it won't stay running well I'd mess with the relays jump the battery the truck ran so I drove it to a friend's house on the way home It turned off turned it back on and started for a little bit and then it kept doing that I had to pop the clutch go in about 30 or 40 when it died it's sat for about 30 and it started again ;- lost power again I finally got last night I got into it it drew I drove to the store and came right back it was only 3 blocks away so could you tell me what you think it might be I'm a female that don't really know that much about Ford Rangers I know the basics so help someone!!!

[@marymunsell3253]

I have a 2000 Ford f 150 changed the fuel pump fuel filter and relay will crank and trys to start when prime but no fuel

[@patflanagan5106]

I have fuel all the way up to the filter but none to fuel rail tire style valve 1999 f 53 moterhome

[@amandacole7339]

I'm trying to locate the inertia switch in my 1997 toyota corolla

[@alexconnor8961]

So I converted my electrical fuel pump to a mechanical one. I have a 1982 f150 with a 1972 300 inline 6 4.9 l. Could this still be my issue

[@lipenaanelevao5275]

I cant find any reset switch on my hyundai santa fe ...i need help trying to fix it,, it just crank but wont start...am from Samoa

[@LuisMartinez-fr9gq]

My friend I hope you find the problem I have a 2001 Hyundai sante and I had the same symptoms, first the inertia switch is in the engine compartment close to the brake master cylinder driver side. Now how I fixed my car, my starter was the issue it was cranking but it was not engaging with the flywheel, I took it to AutoZone tested and sure enough it was bad, at first I couldn't believe it but then when I installed it fired up, I was happy, what a relief after doing so many tests. That was my experience.

[@thedawgpound100]

Can u bypass an leave it like that

[@garygholson9994]

I have a 1994 f250 Power stroke Diesel, I can't find a inertia switch on it, does this year of Diesel engine have one ?

[@katherineboultinghouse9374]

My 1994 Ford f150 5.0 starts up every time but if I go to the corner my truck will act like it's starving for gas dies but it starts right back up and if I go a little further and start doing the same thing it starts right back up I changed the fuel pump the fuel filter I took out the front tank cuz it was overflowing it's doing the same thing trying to find out what might be causing it

[@skarfangplayz_yt7426]

Hope this works on my 86’ ford bronco xlt v8 I’m not sure it will though I have found the inertia switch and I tried resetting it but it did not work so I am going to try this today and I will post an update on if it works or not

[@morrishudson3414]

We're can I get one for a1988 ford bronco 2

[@walterrussell3776]

Maya Nursery switch only has power running to one wire how do I diagnose for the other problem is

[@LuisMartinez-fr9gq]

Hi i am having the same problem i have a Hyundai Santa Fe 2001, only one wire shows current with a test light what about the other two wires, how these wires work, my connector has three wires but i do not know what to connect to do the bypass, any help it's appreciate it, thanks in advance...

[@roncooke9351]

I have a 1990 f150 only getting 5 volts at relay and the inertia switch....what is the cause of this

[@Kitty-zq8sx]

wish me luck looking for that switch on a 2001 pt cruiser not in tail gate going check under dash board

[@annpappas9579]

Where would that switch be on a 94 Toyota Corolla?

[@king2871]

Thanks for creating this video, it really helped!

[@tonyredding5658]

Have 2005 ford explorer no spark won't start

[@deleacepadilla866]

Where is the fuel safety switch on a 02 toyota camery?