2018-Continental-Owners-Manual

Brakes

Applying the Electric Parking Brake WARNING The brake system warning lamp will flash when applying the electric parking brake. If the brake system warning lamp continues to flash there could be a problem with your electric parking brake. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Note: The brake system warning lamp illuminates for ten seconds if you switch the ignition off after you apply the electric parking brake, or you apply the electric parking brake after you switch the ignition off. Note: The electric parking brake will not automatically apply when you park the vehicle. You must apply the electric parking brake using the electric parking brake switch.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI- LOCK BRAKES The anti-lock braking system does not eliminate the risks when: • You drive too closely to the vehicle in front of you. • Your vehicle is hydroplaning. Note: If the system activates, the brake pedal may pulse and may travel further. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. You may also hear a noise from the system. This is normal. ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE The electric parking brake replaces the conventional handbrake. The operating switch is on the instrument panel. • You take corners too fast. • The road surface is poor.

WARNING Always fully apply the parking brake and make sure you shift into park (P). Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death. Note: When you apply the electric parking brake in certain conditions, for example, on a steep hill, the electric parking brake may reapply the brakes within three to ten minutes. Note: You may notice various noises when you apply and release the electric parking brake. This is normal and no cause for concern. Note: After a determined period of time, the parking brake automatically recalibrates. This process is short and only performed when you switch the vehicle off.

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Continental (CPL) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201706, First Printing