2000 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 11

Instrumentation stays on, you should check the coolant level inside the reservoir. For instructions on adding coolant, see Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) and SecuriLock௢ passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter. THEFT Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON ABS position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released. Check transaxle Illumination of this light indicates that a problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If this lamp remains on, have your vehicle serviced immediately. Speed control (if equipped) This light comes on when either the CRUISE SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. 11