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Inertia Fuel Shutoff (Ifs) Switch

  1. If IFS switch is tripped, engine cannot be restarted until switch is manually reset. To reset switch, depress switch button. For switch location, see INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF (IFS) SWITCH LOCATION  table.
  2. To test IFS switch, turn ignition off. Remove IFS switch. Shake IFS switch to force it into tripped position (switch open). Check continuity between appropriate IFS switch terminals. See the WIRING DIAGRAMS article. Continuity should not exists. Reset switch and ensure continuity exists between appropriate terminals.
INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF (IFS) SWITCH LOCATION

Application Location
Probe Left Side Of Cargo Area