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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General Procedures
Valve Clearance Check
Remove the RH fender splash shield. For additional information, refer
to Section 501-02.
Remove the valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve
Cover in this section.
NOTE: Turn the engine clockwise only, and only use the crankshaft
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Diagnosis and Testing
Instrumentation, Message Center and Warning Chimes
Special Tool(s)
DTC Chart(s)
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of
Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to Section 100-00 for information
regarding these diagnostic practices.
DTC Chart - IPC ...
Steering System
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Steering System
Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) System
The Electronic Power Assist Steering (EPAS) system consists of the following
components:
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) - the PSCM controls the functions
of the EPAS system and com ...
