Inertia Switch

1992 Ford Crown Victoria Touring, AOD-ESECTION Inertia Switch
  1. If inertia switch is tripped, engine cannot be restarted until switch is manually reset. To reset inertia switch, depress switch button. Inertia switches may be found in the following locations:
    • On Sable and Taurus, in left side of trunk (except station wagon).
    • On Sable and Taurus station wagon models, behind access door in right rear cargo area.
    • On all other vehicles, in trunk on left hinge support or behind trim panel.
      CAUTION: DO NOT reset inertia switch until fuel system has been inspected for leaks.
  2. To test inertia switch, turn ignition off. Remove inertia switch. Shake inertia switch to force switch into tripped position (switch open).Measure resistance of switch. See INERTIA SWITCH RESISTANCEΒ . Replace switch if resistance is incorrect, or if switch cannot be tripped.
INERTIA SWITCH RESISTANCE

Switch Position Ohms
Open (1) 10,000+
Closed (2) 0-5
(1) Indicates switch is in the tripped position.
(2) Indicates switch is in the set position.
RENDER: 1.0x

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