Brakes; Principle Of Operation; Hints On Driving With Abs; Parking Brake - Ford ZD Escape Series Manual

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

Disc brakes
Wet brake discs result in reduced
braking efficiency. Dab the brake pedal
when driving from a car wash to remove
the film of water.
ABS
WARNING
The ABS does not relieve you of
your responsibility to drive with
due care and attention.
The ABS helps you to maintain full
steering and directional stability when
you brake heavily in an emergency, by
preventing the road wheels from locking.
Electronic brake force
distribution system
During emergency braking situations
when it is necessary to depress the
brake pedal with greater force, the
brake assist system provides braking
assistance, thus enhancing braking
performance.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ABS
When the ABS is operating, the brake
pedal will pulse. This is normal. Maintain
pressure on the brake pedal.
The ABS will not eliminate the dangers
inherent when:
• You drive too close to the vehicle in
front of you.
• The vehicle is aquaplaning.
• You take corners too fast.

Brakes

• The road surface is poor.

PARKING BRAKE

Applying the parking brake
Make sure that the parking brake
is applied before you release the
lever.
Note: Do not press the release button
when you apply the parking brake.
1. Press the brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the parking brake lever upwards
to its fullest extent.
Parking on a hill
If you have to park facing uphill, select
first gear and turn the front wheels away
from the kerb. If you have to park facing
downhill, select reverse gear and turn
the front wheels towards the kerb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press the brake pedal firmly.
2. Pull the parking brake lever upwards
slightly, press the release button and
push the lever downwards.
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