Ford Fusion: 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 brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the parking brake lever upwardsto its fullest extent.
Parking on a hill
If you have to park facing uphill, select firstgear and turn the front wheels away fromthe kerb. If you have to park facingdownhill, select reverse gear and turn thefront wheels towards the kerb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press the brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the parking brake lever upwardsslightly, press the release button andpush the lever downwards.
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 ...
See also:
Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists
of two hydraulic circuits. If one
circuit is not working, the remaining
circuit can still work to stop the
vehicle. For normal braking
performance, both cir ...
Automatic climate control
Automatic climate control
The system controls the temperature,amount and distribution of the air flowautomatically and adjusts them accordingto the driving and weather conditions.
Pressing the AUTO ...
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
follow the information on this ...
