Inertia switch
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 600 Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition
- Section
- Information › Inertia switch
Engine management system – PGM-FiInertia switch · page 1 of 2
- When the engine stops, the fuel pump stops automatically. However, a check valve closes by spring action to retain the residual pressure in the line, helping the engine to restart more easily.
Inertia switch
| A | Reset button | E | Steel ball |
| B | Boot | F | Magnet |
| C | Spring | G | Moving contact |
| D | Terminals |
The inertia switch is a safety device which automatically cuts off the fuel supply in the event of a collision or sudden impact.
The switch is located behind the front ashtray on the right – hand side. After an impact, the switch must be reset by pressing the button before the engine can be restarted.
WARNING: Check the integrity of the fuel system before the inertia switch is reset.
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