2012 Lincoln MKZ Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 208

Driving Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible. 2 1 The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released. ! P BRAKE To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up slightly, then push the handle down. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 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. ADVANCETRACா STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with the AdvanceTrac௡ system. The AdvanceTrac௡ system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations: • Traction control system (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides 208 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)