Where is my inertia switch?

Asked by James Mar 27, 2021 at 06:34 PM about the 2005 Land Rover Range Rover HSE 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Im a novice mechanic at best and tried to handle
some repair work on my 2005 range rover hse 4.3
bmw engine including alternator, starter, oil
seperator, valve cover gaskets, door cable latch.  
The airbag deployed during door latch install and
while i was putting everything back together of all
times.  Needless to say my car isnt starting i think
its the inertia switch or starter relay but i jumped
relay and car is turning over but no start.  Fuel
cutoff switch.  Need help

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TDolby answered 3 years ago

Inertia switches are only found on Ford vehicles. Since the air bag deployed, that is your issue. Once an airbag deploys you won't be able to start the car due to safety reasons, it's disables the fuel system and battery to prevent a fire. The airbag needs to be replaced and the systems needs to be cleared and reprogramed with professional software Have the LR towed to a garage or auto body shop to help you. From now one, when working on an electrical part of the vehicle, you need to disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery to prevent shorts and airbag deployment.

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