Parking brake, Traction control (if equipped), Traction control – FORD 2005 Focus v.3 User Manual

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Even when the ABS is disabled,
normal braking is still effective. (If
your BRAKE warning lamp
illuminates with the parking brake
released, have your brake system serviced immediately.)

Parking brake

To set the parking brake (1), pull
the parking brake handle up as far
as possible.

The BRAKE warning lamp will
illuminate and will remain
illuminated until the parking brake
is released.

To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up slightly,
then push the handle down.

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic

transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission).

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.

See your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible.

TRACTION CONTROL

ி (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control

௢ system. This

system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle,
especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads
and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to make better use
of available traction in these conditions.

2005 Focus (foc)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English
(fus)

Driving

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