The inertia switch in a 1989 Ford van is a safety device designed to cut off the fuel supply in the event of a collision. Typically located in the passenger compartment, it can be reset manually after activation. The switch serves to prevent fuel leaks and potential fires, making it a crucial component for vehicle safety. If you're looking for a specific picture, you may find images of the inertia switch in automotive repair manuals or online forums dedicated to classic Ford vehicles.
On the interior firewall to the left of the steering column
Ford vehicles have this switch, no GM vehicle use an inertia switch.
GM doesn't use a fuel pump reset switch (aka, inertia switch), that's a Ford thing.
On a 1989 Ford Mustang : The fuel pump shut off switch ( inertia switch ) is in the trunk / cargo area It is between the tail lights and is covered by an oval shaped rubber " plug "
Ford is the only company that have inertia switches.
If the vehicle is involved in a serious accident the inertia switch shuts off the fuel pump.
In the drivers footwell , the picture shows an access hole in the kick panel by the drivers left foot
According to the 2001 Ford Explorer Owner Guide : The fuel pump shut off switch ( inertia switch ) is located in the front passenger footwell , by the kick panel
On a 2000 Ford Windstar : ( Yes ) The fuel pump inertia switch ( shut off switch ) is located behind the service panel , in the cargo area , on the passenger side
my 92 is in the trunk.
If you are referring to the inertia switch, it is in the trunk.
According to the 1999 Ford Ranger Owner Guide : The fuel pump inertia switch is in the front passenger's footwell , behind the kick panel