Where is the Inertia switch located?

Tiny
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  • 2018 FORD EVEREST
  • 3.2L
  • 5 CYL
  • TURBO
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 67,000 MILES
Does a 2018 Ford Ranger 3.2L have an inertia switch? If so, where is it located? Thank you
Wednesday, December 29th, 2021 AT 1:56 AM

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Tiny
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This vehicle does not have an inertia switch that I can see. We don't offer this vehicle in the USA, so it is possible that some foreign governments still require the switch but most all modern vehicles like this have this computer controlled.

Basically, it uses a couple of different sensors to determine the vehicle's position. These include the yaw sensor, roll rate data, and longitudinal sensor.

These are all sensors that are included in the RCM or restraint control module.

This is what controls the air bags so instead of have another switch to give the same info, the ABS module gets this info and shares it with the PCM. So, if the vehicle rolls over the PCM will be told this and cut the fuel off.

Please see the info below and let me know what other questions you have.

Thanks
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Thursday, December 30th, 2021 AT 5:32 PM
Tiny
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Thank you so much for taking time to answer my question sir. I really appreciate it. Godbless!
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Thursday, December 30th, 2021 AT 5:41 PM
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You are welcome. Thanks for coming to 2CarPros. Please come back any time. We are here to help.
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Thursday, December 30th, 2021 AT 6:02 PM

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