Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SFI (1998)
ABS Light: Description and Operation
The anti-lock brake system uses two warning indicators (BRAKE and ABS) to alert the driver of concerns in the system.
The BRAKE warning indicator will come on for only two reasons:
1. If the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir falls below the level which is determined by the set point of the fluid level switch.
2. If the parking brake is applied.
The amber ABS warning indicator will come on for numerous reasons. It warns the driver that the ABS and traction control have been turned off due
to a symptom that exists in the system. Normal power-assisted braking remains but the wheels can lock during a panic stop while the indicator is on.
Follow the diagnostic procedures step-by-step in order as indicated.
Each test is completely independent of the other tests. Within each test are sequences that can identify a condition without requiring completion of the
entire test procedure.
