2003 Ford Explorer Sport Owner Guide 1st Printing (Spanish) - Page 450

Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. ADVANCETRACி STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The AdvanceTrac௢ system provides a stability enhancement feature as well as a traction enhancement feature. It helps your vehicle maintain traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock brakes. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice-covered roads. If your vehicle should become stuck in deep snow or mud, try switching the AdvanceTrac௢ system off by pressing the AdvanceTrac௢ button. This will allow your tires to "dig" for traction. If the AdvanceTrac௢ system is activated excessively in a short period of time, the brake portion of the system will shut down to allow the brakes to cool down. A limited AdvanceTrac௢ function using only engine power reduction will still help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the 144