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EnglishBrakes for your Ford Ecosport 2012-2022
Brakes
It illuminates when you switch
the ignition on. If the light does
not illuminate during start up,
GENERAL INFORMATION
Wet brakes result in reduced braking
efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a
few times when driving from a car wash or
standing water to dry the brakes.
remains on or flashes, the system may be
disabled. Have the system checked by an
authorized dealer. If the anti-lock brake
system is disabled, normal braking is still
effective.
Brake Over Accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedal
If the brake warning lamp
illuminates when you release the
becomes stuck or entrapped, apply steady
and firm pressure to the brake pedal to
slow the vehicle and reduce engine power.
If you experience this condition, apply the
brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe
stop. Shift the transmission to park (P)
(automatic transmission) or to a low gear
(manual transmission), switch the engine
off and apply the parking brake.
parking brake, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer. This lamp
also illuminates momentarily when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional. If it does not illuminate when
you switch the ignition on, or begins to
flash at any time, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.
Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. If
a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or
continuous squeal sound is present, the
brake linings may be worn-out. If your
vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder
in the steering wheel while braking, have
your vehicle checked by an authorized
dealer.
Note: Brake dust may accumulate on the
wheels, even under normal driving
conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the
brakes wear. See Cleaning the Wheels
(page 244).
Note: Depending on applicable laws and
regulations in the country for which your
vehicle was originally built, the brake lamps
may flash during heavy braking. Following
this the hazard warning flashers may also
flash when your vehicle comes to a stop.
Check the accelerator pedal and the area
around it for any items or debris that may
be obstructing its movement. If none are
found and the condition persists, have your
vehicle towed to the dealer for service.
Emergency Brake Assist
Emergency brake assist detects when you
brake heavily by measuring the rate at
which you press the brake pedal. It
provides maximum braking efficiency as
long as you press the pedal. Emergency
brake assist can reduce stopping distances
in critical situations.
Anti-lock Brake System
This system helps you maintain steering
control and vehicle stability during
emergency stops by keeping the brakes
from locking.
See Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 89).
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Brakes
Note: If you park your vehicle on a hill and
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
facing uphill select first gear and turn the
steering wheel away from the curb.
Note: If you park your vehicle on a hill and
facing downhill select reverse gear and turn
the steering wheel toward the curb.
The anti-lock braking system does not
eliminate the risks when:
•
You drive too closely to the vehicle in
front of you.
All Vehicles
•
•
•
Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
You take corners too fast.
The road surface is poor.
Note: Do not press the release button while
pulling the lever up.
To apply the parking brake:
1. Press the foot brake pedal firmly.
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.
2. Pull the parking brake lever up to its
fullest extent.
To release the parking brake:
1. Press the brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the lever up slightly.
PARKING BRAKE
3. Press the release button and push the
Vehicles With Automatic
lever down.
Transmission
HILL START ASSIST
WARNING:Alwayssettheparking
brake fully and leave your vehicle with
the transmission selector lever in
position P.
WARNING: 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.
Note: If you park your vehicle on a hill and
facing uphill move the transmission selector
lever to position P and turn the steering
wheel away from the curb.
Note: If you park your vehicle on a hill and
facing downhill move the transmission
selector lever to position P and turn the
steering wheel toward the curb.
WARNING: 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.
Vehicles With Manual
Transmission
WARNING:Alwayssettheparking
WARNING: The system turns off
if there is a malfunction or if you
excessively rev the engine.
brake fully.
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Brakes
The system makes it easier to pull away
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
The system turns on when you switch the
ignition on and you cannot switch the
system off.
when your vehicle is on a slope without the
need to use the parking brake.
When the system activates, your vehicle
remains stationary on a slope for a few
seconds after you release the brake pedal.
This allows you time to move your foot
from the brake to the accelerator pedal.
The brakes release when the engine has
developed sufficient torque 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.
The system activates on any slope that
causes your vehicle to roll.
Note: There is no warning lamp to indicate
the system is either on or off.
Using Hill Start Assist
1. Press the brake pedal to bring your
vehicle to a complete standstill. Keep
the brake pedal pressed and shift into
first gear when facing uphill or reverse
(R) when facing downhill.
2. The system activates if the sensors
detect that your vehicle is on a slope.
3. When you remove your foot from the
brake pedal, your vehicle remains on
the slope without rolling away for a few
seconds. This hold time increases if you
are in the process of driving off.
4. Pull away in the normal manner.
Switching the System On and Off
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
You can switch this feature on or off in the
information display. The system
remembers the last setting when you start
your vehicle.
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