Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2001 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch
WARNING:
DO NOT reset Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) switch until fuel system has been inspected for leaks.
- 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.
- Engine cannot be restarted until inertia switch is manually reset. To reset inertia switch, depress button on switch. See INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF SWITCH LOCATION table.
INERTIA FUEL SHUTOFF SWITCH LOCATION
| Application | Location |
|---|---|
| Econoline & F150 Pickup | Behind Right Side Of Instrument Panel |
| Escape, Expedition, Explorer, Mountaineer & Navigator | Behind Right Kick Panel |
| Excursion & F250/F350 Super Duty Pickup | Behind Right Kick Panel |
| Ranger | Behind Right Side Of Instrument Panel, Below Glove Box |
| Villager | Behind Left Side Of Instrument Panel |
| Windstar | Lower Left "A" Pillar, Under Instrument Panel |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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