2011 Ford Ranger Super Cab Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 160

Driving WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ system, the stability control light will illuminate steadily and you may hear a chime. If equipped with a message center, the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the brake system, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. The AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ system automatically enables each time the engine is started. All features of the AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ system (TCS, ESC, and RSC௡ are active and monitor the vehicle from start-up). However, the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it. The AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ system includes a stability control button on the center of the instrument panel, the stability control light and a stability control off light in the instrument cluster. Both the stability control light and the stability control off light in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily during start-up as part of a normal system self-check. The stability control light may illuminate (flash) during certain driving situation which cause the AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ system to operate. If the stability control light illuminates steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. When AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ performs a normal system self-check, some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or a rumble, grunting, or grinding noise after startup and when driving off. When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac௡ with RSC௡ you may experience the following: • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The stability control light will flash. • If your foot is on the brake pedal, a vibration in the pedal. • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal may move as the system applies higher brake forces. You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition. • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. 160 2011 Ranger (ran) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)