P! brake – FORD 2001 Taurus User Manual

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)

Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to ensure the circuit is functional. If
the light does not illuminate
momentarily at start up, remains on
or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light
on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still
effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the
parking brake released.

Check transaxle

Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position.
Illumination of this light indicates
that a problem has been detected
and shifting may be restricted. If this
lamp remains on, have your vehicle
serviced immediately.

Speed control (if equipped)

This light comes on when either the
SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls
are pressed. It turns off when the
speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition
is turned to the OFF position.

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the RUN
position to ensure the circuit is
functional. Also illuminates if the
parking brake is engaged. If the
brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, or remains on
after releasing the parking brake, seek service immediately.

One of the following conditions may exist:
• low brake fluid level in the reservoir.
• Brake force distribution system failure. The ABS light will also

illuminate if this condition is present.

ABS

CRUISE

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BRAKE

Instrumentation

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