Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch: Description and Operation

Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) Switch

Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) Switch

The inertia fuel shutoff (IFS) switch is used in conjunction with the electric fuel pump. The purpose of the IES switch is to shutoff the fuel pump if a collision occurs. It consists of a steel ball held in place by a magnet. When a sharp impact occurs the ball breaks loose from the magnet rolls up a conical ramp and strikes a target plate which opens the electrical contacts of the switch and shuts off the electric fuel pump. Once the switch is open it must be manually reset before restarting the vehicle. Refer to the Owner's Literature for the location of the IFS.