2018-F150-Owner's Manual

Brakes

Automatic Release - Drive Away Release WARNING If the brake system warning light remains illuminated or flashes for more than four seconds after you have released the parking brake, there could be a problem with your braking system. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. The electric parking brake automatically releases if: • You close the driver door. • You put the transmission in a forward or reverse gear. • You press the accelerator pedal. When you release the electric parking brake, the brake system warning lamp turns off. Note: If the electric parking brake warning lamp stays lit, the electric parking brake will not automatically release. Youmust release the electric parking brake using the electric parking brake switch. Note: The electric parking brake drive away release makes starting on a hill easier. This feature releases the parking brake automatically when the vehicle has sufficient drive force to move up the hill. DrivingWith a Trailer When parked on a hill with the weight of the trailer, your vehicle and trailer may roll slightly when you put the transmission in gear. To prevent this from happening, do the following: 1. Pull up and hold the electric parking brake switch. 2. Put the transmission in gear.

Pull up and hold the electric parking brake switch while the vehicle is moving to slow your vehicle. The rear brake lights turn on, a warning lamp illuminates and a warning tone sounds. The vehicle will continue to come to a stop as long as you pull the switch. When your vehicle speed is below 3mph (5 km/h), the electric parking brake will be applied. Releasing the Electric Parking Brake

E169086 You can release the electric parking brake either manually by pressing the switch or automatically. Note: Do not drive with the parking brake applied as this will cause damage to the brake system. You must manually release the electric parking brake by pressing down on the switch while pressing the brake pedal. Manual Release You can manually release the electric parking brake by: • Switching the ignition on. • Pressing and holding the brake pedal. • Pressing down on the electric parking brake switch. When you release the electric parking brake, the brake system warning lamp turns off.

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