2018 MKC Owner's Manual

Brakes

The brake system warning lamp will go off to confirm that the electric parking brake has been released. Note: The electric parking brake drive away release makes starting on a hill easier. This feature will release the parking brake automatically when the vehicle has sufficient drive force to move up the hill. To assure drive away release when starting uphill, press the accelerator pedal quickly. Battery With No Charge WARNING You will not be able to apply or release the electric parking brake if the battery

1. Pull the switch and hold it in this position. 2. Drive your vehicle, then release the switch when you notice that the engine has developed sufficient driving force. Automatic release - drive away release Your vehicle will automatically release the parking brake if all of the following conditions exist: • The driver door is closed. • The vehicle is accelerated. • There are no faults detected in the parking brake system. Note: The driver door must be closed and the driver safety belt must be fastened before this feature will operate. Note: If the electric parking brake warning lamp stays illuminated, the electric parking brake will not automatically release. You must release the electric parking brake using the electric parking brake switch. Note: The engine must be running and the accelerator pedal must be pressed before the drive away release feature will operate.

HILL START ASSIST

WARNINGS The system does not replace the parking brake. When you leave your vehicle, always apply the parking brake and shift the transmission into park (P) for automatic transmission or first gear for manual transmission. You must remain in your vehicle when the system turns on. At all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required. Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal injury or death. Note: If the engine is revved excessively, or if a malfunction is detected, the system will be deactivated. The system makes it easier to pull away when your vehicle is on a slope without the need to use the parking brake.

is low or has no charge.

If the battery is low or has no charge, use jumper cables and a booster battery.

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