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Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch

WARNING: DO NOT reset Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch (IFS) switch until fuel system has been inspected for leaks.
  1. In event of a collision, electrical contacts in inertia switch open, automatically shutting off fuel pump. Fuel pump shuts off even if engine does not stop running. Engine will stop due to lack of fuel.
  2. Engine cannot be restarted until IFS switch is manually reset. To reset IFS switch, depress button on switch located behind right kick panel.