1998 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 13

Instrumentation The Mechanical Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the Mechanical Cluster. All of these indicators alert you to the status of vehicle systems or possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed are optional. The following section explains each of the indicators. Warning and Indicator Lights Brake System Light The warning light for the brakes indicates two things - that either the parking brake is on or not fully released, or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the fluid level is low, add fluid to the reservoir as defined under the procedure in "Maintenance and Care." The brake system light The BRAKE light normally comes on when you turn the ignition key to the ON or START position to verify that the indicator bulb is working. If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running and after you have released the parking brake fully, check the brake fluid. RWARNING The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately. 11