Ford Fusion: Hints on driving with ABS
When the ABS is operating, the brakepedal will pulse. This is normal. Maintainpressure on the brake pedal.
The ABS will not eliminate the dangersinherent when:
• you drive too close to the vehicle infront of you.
• the vehicle is aquaplaning.
• you take corners too fast.
• the road surface is poor.
Principle of operation
Disc brakes
Wet brake discs result in reduced brakingefficiency. Dab the brake pedal whendriving from a car wash to remove the filmof water.
ABS
WARNING:
The ABS does not relieve you ofyour respon ...
Parking brake
Applying the parking brake
WARNING:
Make sure that the parking brake isapplied before you release the lever.
Note: Do not press the release buttonwhen you apply the parking brake.
1. Press the bra ...
See also:
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle
Models with automatic climate control system:
After the system starts the engine, the automatic climate control system will
activate the “FULL AUTO” mode and heat or cool the interior to the pr ...
Replacing the High-mount Brake Light Bulb
1. Open the trunk, and remove the
socket from the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
int ...
Tire chains
Due to limited clearance, tire chains are not recommended.
CAUTION:
Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains areused. ...
