2001 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170

Driving The Traction Control௢ system will assist you in making better use of available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice covered roads. During Traction Control௢ operation, TRACTION CONTROL OK is displayed on the message center (if equipped). You may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not "rev-up" when you push further on the accelerator. This is normal system behavior. If you should become stuck in snow or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control௢ system off with the traction control switch located on the left hand side T/C of the radio. This may allow excess wheel spin to "dig" the vehicle out or enable a successful "rocking" maneuver. If the Traction Control௢ system is cycled excessively, the brake portion of the system will shut down to prevent the front brakes from overheating. A limited Traction Control௢ function using only engine torque reduction will still control wheels from over-spinning. When the front brakes have cooled down, the system will again function normally. Anti-lock braking is not affected by this condition and will function normally during the cool down period. If a system fault is detected, CHECK TRACTION CONTROL is displayed on the message center, the "T/C OFF" warning indicator lamp is on and your vehicle should be serviced. AdvanceTracி Stability Enhancement System (if equipped) The AdvanceTrac௢ system helps the driver maintain the stability and steer-ability of the vehicle. The system integrates anti-lock braking system (ABS), Traction Control௢ and a more advanced function to further enhance the stability of the vehicle. The system shares many of the electronic and mechanical elements already present in the Traction Control௢ and ABS systems. AdvanceTrac௢ constantly monitors the vehicle motion relative to the driver's intended course. This is done by using added sensors that compare the steering inputs from the driver with the actual motion of 170