2015 Lincoln MKZ Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 189
2015 Lincoln MKZ Manual
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Brakes To prevent this from happening, do the following: 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: • The driver door is closed. • The driver safety belt is fastened. • The vehicle is accelerated. • There are no faults detected in the parking brake system. 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. The brake system warning lamp will go off to confirm that you have released the electric parking brake. 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. WARNINGS You must remain in your vehicle once you have activated the system. During all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required. 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. When the system is active, your vehicle will remain stationary on the slope for two to three seconds after you release the brake pedal. This allows you time to move your foot from the brake to the accelerator pedal. The brakes are released automatically once the engine has developed sufficient drive to prevent your vehicle from rolling down the slope. This is an advantage when pulling away on a slope, (for example from a car park ramp, traffic lights or when reversing uphill into a parking space). Battery With No Charge WARNING You will not be able to apply or release the electric parking brake if the battery is low or has no charge. If the battery is low or has no charge, use jumper cables and a booster battery. HILL START ASSIST WARNINGS The system does not replace the parking brake. When you leave your vehicle, always apply the parking brake and put the transmission in park (P). 186 MKZ (), enUSA
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