Ford 1998 Windstar Owner's Manual page 213

If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a
lower gear. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as
they may overheat and become less effective.
Using the Parking Brake
The parking brake should be used whenever you park your
vehicle.
The parking brake is a hand operated lever located on the floor
of your vehicle just to the right of the driver's seat.
To set the parking brake while parking your vehicle, press the
brake pedal with your right foot and hold it while you fully
apply the parking brake lever.
To release the parking brake, press the brake pedal with your
right foot, pull up the lever while depressing the release button
on the parking brake lever then lower the lever all the way to
the floor.
The parking brake
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