handbrake LINCOLN MKC 2018 Owners Manual

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-
LOCK BRAKES
The anti-lock braking system does noteliminate the risks when:
•You drive too closely to the vehicle infront of you.
•Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
•You take corners too fast.
•The road surface is poor.
Note: If the system activates, the brakepedal may pulse and may travel further. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. Youmay also hear a noise from the system. Thisis normal.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
The electric parking brake replaces theconventional handbrake. The operatingswitch is located on the instrument panel tothe left of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Always set the parking brake and leaveyour vehicle with the transmission inposition P.
Note:When you apply the electric parkingbrake in certain conditions, for example ona steep hill, the electric parking brake mayreapply the brakes within three to tenminutes.
Note:You may notice various noises whenyou apply and release the electric parkingbrake. This is normal and no cause forconcern.
Applying the electric parking brake
WARNING
The brake system warning lamp willflash during an electric brake apply. Ifthe brake system warning lamp continues toflash there could be a problem with yourelectric parking brake. Have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer as soon aspossible.
Note:The brake system warning lamp willilluminate for ten seconds if you have turnedthe ignition off after the electric parkingbrake has been applied, or the electricparking brake has been applied after theignition has been turned off.
Note:The electric parking brake will notautomatically apply. You must apply theelectric parking brake using the electricparking brake switch.
Pull the switch to apply the electric parkingbrake.
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MKC (TME) Canada/United States of America, JJ7J 19A321 AA enUSA, Edition date: 201707, Second Printing
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