Brakes
Note: Depending on applicable laws and
GENERAL INFORMATION
regulations in the country for which your
vehicle was originally built, your brake lamps
may flash during heavy braking. Following
this, your hazard lights may also flash when
your vehicle comes to a stop.
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, have an
authorized dealer check them. If your
vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder
in the steering wheel when braking, an
authorized dealer should check your vehicle.
Anti-lock Brake System
This system helps you maintain steering
control during emergency stops by keeping
the brakes from locking.
Note: Brake dust may accumulate on the
wheels, even under normal driving
If the light does not momentarily
conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the
brakes wear and does not contribute to
brake noise. 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.
illuminate, continues to flash or
remains on when you switch the
ignition on, the anti-lock brake system
could be disabled. Have the system
checked. If the anti-lock brake system is
disabled, normal braking is still effective.
Have the system checked.
See Cleaning the Wheels (page 388).
See Warning Lamps and Indicators
Brake Over Accelerator
In the event the accelerator pedal
(page 104).
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
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. Switch the engine off, move the
transmission to park (P) and apply the
parking brake. Inspect 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 nearest authorized dealer.
If the light does not momentarily
illuminate, continues to flash or
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remains on when you switch the
ignition on, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
If the brake warning lamp
illuminates with the parking brake released,
have the system checked immediately.
HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Emergency Brake Assist
The anti-lock brake system does not
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.
eliminate the risks when:
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You drive too closely to the vehicle in
front of you.
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Your vehicle is hydroplaning.
You take corners too fast.
The road surface is poor.
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Kuga (CTD) Vehicles Built From: 22-06-2021, CG3851en enGBR, Edition date: 202104, First-Printing
