Fuel Pump Switch

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Fuel Pump Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus LX 470. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Fuel pump switch may also be referred to as fuel pump inertia switch or fuel pump control switch.
  1. Fuel pump switch is located on driver's side, under front carpet, next to front console box and contains a reset switch. See Fig 1. Disconnect electrical connector at fuel pump switch. It will may be necessary to remove carpet and fuel pump switch to gain access to electrical connector.
  2. Using ohmmeter, check that no continuity exists between electrical terminals on fuel pump switch with reset switch in OFF position. Check that continuity exists between electrical terminals on fuel pump switch with reset switch in ON position. Replace fuel pump switch if defective. Ensure reset switch is in ON position for fuel pump operation.
Fig 1: Locating Fuel Pump Switch & Identifying Reset Switch Positions
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