Driving - Ford Windstar Owner's Manual

Driving

Brakes
When the foot (service) brake pedal is depressed, the
high-mount brake lamp should illuminate.
Front Disc Brakes
The front disc brakes are self-adjusting. They only require
periodic inspection for pad wear.
Rear Disc Brakes (If equipped)
The rear disc brakes are self-adjusting. They only require
periodic inspection for pad wear.
The rear disc parking brakes need to be adjusted manually.
Rear Drum Brakes
The rear drum brakes are self-adjusting. Automatic adjustment
occurs through normal use of the brakes.
Four-Wheel Anti-lock Brakes
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) prevents wheels from
completely locking up by automatically releasing and
re-applying the brakes. During ABS braking, slight brake pedal
pulsations may be felt on the driver's foot. These pulsations
represent the rapid cycling of the ABS valves. The pedal
pulsations are considered normal ABS operation, and will stop
when normal braking is resumed or when the vehicle comes to
a stop.
During ABS activation, a mechanical noise may be heard as the
ABS system cycles. This is normal ABS operation.
The ABS system has self-check capabilities. The system turns on
the ABS warning light each time you start the engine. After the
engine is started and the ABS warning light turns off, the
system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches
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