2018 Escape Owner's Manual

Brakes

PARKING BRAKE

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. Applying the Electric Parking brake WARNINGS 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. Applying the electric parking brake while moving will result in the engagement of the anti-lock braking system. Do not use the electric parking brake system when the vehicle is moving unless the normal brake system is unable to stop the vehicle. With the exception of emergency conditions (for example, the brake pedal is broken or is blocked), do not apply the electric parking brake while the vehicle is moving. On bends, or poor road surfaces or weather conditions, emergency braking can cause the vehicle to skid out of control or off the road. 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.

WARNING Always fully apply the parking brake andmake sure you shift intopark (P). Switch the ignition off and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. To apply the parking brake: 1. Firmly press the brake pedal. 2. Pull the parking brake lever upward to its fullest extent. Note: Do not press the release buttonwhen pulling the parking brake lever upward. Note: If you park your vehicle on a hill and facing uphill, shift into park (P) and turn the steering wheel away from the curb. Note: If you park your vehicle on a hill and facing downhill, shift into park (P) and turn the steering wheel toward the curb. To release the parking brake: 1. Firmly press the brake pedal. 2. Slightly pull the parking brake lever upward. 3. Press the release button and push the parking brake lever downward. ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE The electric parking brake replaces the conventional handbrake. The operating switch is on the center console. WARNING Always set the parking brake and

leave your vehicle with the transmission in park (P).

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