WARNING:
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, then driving your vehicle could result in reduced braking ability, increased stopping distances and potential loss of brakes. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING:
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the transmission is securely latched in park (P). Failure to set the parking brake and engage park could result in vehicle roll-away, property damage or bodily injury.
To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down to its fullest extent.
To release the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down again.
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes
When the system is operating, the brake pedal will pulse and may travel
further. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. You may also hear a noise
from the system. This is normal.
The anti-lock bra ...
Traction Control
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of
traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual
wheels and, wh ...
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Using This Manual
Introduction
This manual describes and directs repair procedures specified by Ford Motor
Company for the vehicle. Critical health and safety precautions are included.
Anyone who deviates from these instructions risks compromising personal safety
or vehicle integrity.
SECTION CONTENT
This manual ...
Frame and Mounting
Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System
SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Subframe and Mounting Systems
The front subframe is bolted to the body and:
aids in structural support.
provides the mounting surface for the steering gear, the front
suspension lower arms, en ...
Diagnosis and Testing
Exterior Lighting
DTC Charts
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of
Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in Section
100-00 for information about these practices.
BCM DTC Chart
SCCM DTC Chart
IPM-A&nb ...
