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Question posted by Anonymous-60325 on May 24th, 2012

How Do I Reset The Fuel Pump After A Collision

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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on May 24th, 2012 10:31 PM

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There should be a reset button in the trunk, probably on the driver's side of the car, near the wheelwell. If it isn't in the trunk, another location is the driver's side kick panel under the dashboard. There should be a red button you press to reset it.

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Owner's Manual - Page 10

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Owner's Manual - Page 11

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Owner's Manual - Page 12

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Owner's Manual - Page 16

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Owner's Manual - Page 18

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Owner's Manual - Page 50

...These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle has this chapter. If you start , the fuel pump shut-off switch may have the idle speed checked. Have the vehicle checked. RWARNING Extended ... faster than 10 minutes. If the engine still does not start your vehicle to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch later in dry grass or other damage. If the engine idle speed...

Owner's Manual - Page 52

... see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. The switch is located on the left -hand kick panel in the driver's footwell. 6 If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel Pump Shut-off...

Owner's Manual - Page 53

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Owner's Manual - Page 87

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Owner's Manual - Page 91

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Owner's Manual - Page 173

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Owner's Manual - Page 199

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Owner's Manual - Page 200

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Owner's Manual - Page 201

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Owner's Manual - Page 204

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Owner's Manual - Page 253

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Owner's Manual - Page 272

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Owner's Manual - Page 274

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Owner's Manual - Page 281

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