Won’t Start after accident

Asked by MicheleN90 Jun 28, 2020 at 09:44 PM about the 2010 Ford Escape XLT FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I had an accident where I rear ended someone my
car instantly shut off no lights come on inside or
out. All gauges are still at the same spot when car
was running.

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Peter answered 3 years ago

Check for the fuel cutoff switch, or inertia switch. The owners manual will tell u where it is... or u can look it up online.

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james answered 3 years ago

The inertia switch is usually on the driver's side rear of the vehicle. In the cargo compartment. Reset it and you should be on your way. Hope that helps! Jim

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