Ford 1999 Windstar User Manual download pdf (Page 153)

The BRAKE warning lamp in the

instrument cluster illuminates and

remains illuminated (when the

ignition is turned ON) until the

parking brake is released.

The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.

However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop

your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the

rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the

handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the

gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle).

Push the button on the end of the

parking brake and push the handle

down as far as possible to release

the brake. Driving with the parking

brake on will cause the brakes to

wear out quickly and reduce fuel

economy.

TRACTION CONTROLY (IF EQUIPPED)

Traction Controly helps the driver maintain the stability and steerability

of the vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery and/or hilly road

surfaces. The system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin.

The system borrows many of the electronic and mechanical elements

already present in the anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Wheel-speed sensors allow excess front wheel spin to be detected by the

Traction Controly portion of the ABS computer. The system limits front

wheel spin by automatically applying and releasing the front brakes in

conjunction with engine torque reductions. Engine torque reduction is

realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems. This

process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast acting. The

front wheels “search” for optimum traction several times a second and

adjustments are made accordingly.

BRAKE

Driving

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Ford 1999 Windstar User Manual Page 153