Ford Windstar Owner's Manual page 227

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the
gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition
whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake
System light remains on, have the brakes checked
immediately. They may not be working properly.
The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle, but
you can use the parking brake to stop your vehicle in an
emergency if the service brakes fail. However, since the parking
brake does not stop your vehicle as quickly as the normal
brakes, the stopping distance will increase greatly.
Traction Control (If equipped)
Traction Control can help improve your traction on slippery
surfaces, but always operate your vehicle within reasonable
limits. Abrupt changes in acceleration, deceleration, turning, or
combinations of these maneuvers can cause your vehicle to
behave differently than anticipated, especially when road
conditions vary.
To turn Traction Control off, press the button located in the
center of the instrument panel.
Traction Control can be turned back on by pressing the button
again or by restarting the engine.
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