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Anonymous Posted on Nov 07, 2011

Re: 1993 Dodge Dakota, where might I find the fuel pump reset button or inertia switch? Thank you.

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  • Anonymous Nov 08, 2011

    banged on bottom of fuel tank and the truck started. It ran for a bit. We turned it off and then it would not start again.
    does it sound like the fuel pump needs to be replaced?

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    Iron Nov 08, 2011

    You might want to check the wiring fist to make sure that the insulation looks good as well as the connector. Make sure you don't have an undetected short in the wiring or a loose connection. If all checks out then yea, I would replace the fuel pump. I don't recommend a cheapy for this. I have seen someone replace 4 aftermarket pumps in a row only to install an OEM pump for the final fix.

  • Anonymous Nov 08, 2011

    Thank you!!

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  • You have an Automatic Shut Down Relay or "ASD Relay" not so much a "switch." The ASD relay inside the power distribution center which is under the hood on the left corner of the engine compartment. Under the lid is a legend that will pinpoint it's location in said box. I would look at this if your having problems with the fuel pump. Should you need to replace the pump the tank must be dropped for this vehicle.


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