2013 Ford Fiesta Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 157

156 Brakes The anti-lock braking system will not eliminate the dangers inherent when: • you drive too closely to the vehicle in front of you. • your vehicle is hydroplaning. • you take corners too fast. • the road surface is poor. PARKING BRAKE WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the transmission selector lever is securely latched in position P (automatic transmission) or 1 (manual transmission). WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. To set the parking brake: 1. Press the foot brake pedal firmly. 2. Pull the parking brake lever up to its fullest extent. Note: Do not press the release button while pulling the lever up. Note: If your vehicle is parked on a hill and facing uphill, select first gear or position P and turn the steering wheel away from the curb. Note: If your vehicle is parked on a hill and facing downhill, select reverse gear or position P and turn the steering wheel towards the curb. The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released. To release the parking brake: 1. Press the brake pedal firmly. 2. Pull the lever up slightly. 3. Press the release button and push the lever down. 2013 Fiesta (fie) Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing USA (fus)