MG ZS Series Manual page 196

STARTING & DRIVING
Enabling the EPB
When the vehicle is parked safely, selecting P on the shift
control knob will automatically apply the EPB.
If automatic application of the EPB fails, it is necessary to
manually apply the parking brake using the EPB switch.
• Pull the EPB switch upward until the indicator in the EPB
switch illuminates.
• Simultaneously, the EPB indicator
the instrument pack. When the indicator in the EPB
switch and the EPB indicator are illuminated, it indicates
that the EPB is applied.
• If the EPB malfunction indicator lamp
instrument pack remains on, it indicates that a fault
has been detected. Please contact an MG Authorised
Repairer immediately.
Note: An audible motor noise may be heard when
applying or releasing the EPB.
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• DO NOT leave the vehicle before the indicator in
EPB switch illuminates and the gear indicator displays
P, the vehicle may not be safely parked due to EPB
failure and slip.
• In the event of a flat battery or power failure it is
not possible to apply or release the EPB. If using
'jump leads' to temporarily supply power please see
will illuminate in
'Emergency Starting' in the Emergency Information.
Releasing the EPB
P
in the
If the vehicle is stably parked on a flat road or slight
incline/decline, the vehicle power system is READY, press
the brake pedal to allow the shift control system to switch
from P to N, D or R, the EPB will automatically released.
If on a steep slope, switching from the P position will not
automatically release the EPB. In this case, manually release
the EPB as follows or apply the start assist function of the
EPB to release the EPB.
IMPORTANT