2000 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 168

Driving 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 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 "TC OFF" warning indicator lamp is on and your vehicle should be serviced. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • high crown in center of road • high crosswinds • wheels out of alignment • loose or worn components in steering linkage 168