Handbrake - Ford 2008 Ka Owner's Handbook Manual

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STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while
the engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive,
you should allow the engine to "catch
its breath" before turning it off by
letting it idle to allow the temperature
in the engine compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the
accelerator before turning
off the engine serves
absolutely no practical
purpose; it wastes fuel and is especially
damaging to turbocharged engines.
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HANDBRAKE

The handbrake lever is located between
the two front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to operate
the handbrake.
WARNING
The car must be braked
after a few snaps of the
lever, otherwise, contact the
Ford Dealership for regulation.
When the handbrake lever is pulled up
and the ignition key is at MAR-ON,
the instrument panel warning light x
will turn on.
Proceed as follows to release the
handbrake:
❒ slightly lift the handbrake and press
release button A - fig. 1;
❒ keep button A pressed and lower
the lever. The warning light x on
the instrument panel will turn off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out
this operation to prevent the car from
moving accidentally.
A
fig. 1
PARKING
Proceed as follows:
❒ Stop the engine and engage the
handbrake.
❒ Engage a gear (on a slope, engage first
gear if the vehicle is parked uphill
or reverse if it is parked downhill)
and leave the wheels steered.
Block the wheels with a wedge or
a stone if the car is parked on a steep
slope.
Do not leave the key in the ignition
switch at MAR-ON to prevent draining
the battery. Always remove the key
when leaving the car.
Never leave children in the unattended
car. Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the car and take it out
with you.
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