2018 MKC Owner's Manual

Brakes

Note: The brake system warning lamp will illuminate for ten seconds if you have turned the ignition off after the electric parking brake has been applied, or the electric parking brake has been applied after the ignition has been turned off. Note: The electric parking brake will not automatically apply. 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 located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. • You take corners too fast. • The road surface is poor.

WARNING Always set the parking brake and leave your vehicle with the transmission in

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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 WARNING The brake system warning lamp will flash during an electric brake apply. If the brake system warning lamp continues to flash there could be a problem with your electric parking brake. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Pull the switch to apply the electric parking brake.

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MKC (TME) Canada/United States of America, JJ7J 19A321 AA enUSA, Edition date: 201707, First Printing