Ford Edge (2018 year). Manual — part 45

GENERAL INFORMATION

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 the
system checked by an authorized dealer. If
your vehicle has continuous vibration or
shudder in the steering wheel while braking,
have it checked by an authorized dealer.

Note: Brake dust may accumulate on the
wheels, even under normal driving
conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the
brakes wear and does not contribute to
brake noise. See Cleaning the Wheels
(page 293).

Note: Depending on applicable laws and
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.

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See Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 98).

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.

Brake Over Accelerator

In the event the accelerator pedal
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. Move the transmission to park (P),
switch the engine off and apply the parking
brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal for
any interference. If none are found and the
condition persists, have your vehicle towed
to the nearest authorized dealer.

Brake Assist

Brake assist detects when you brake
rapidly by measuring the rate at which you
press the brake pedal. It provides
maximum braking efficiency as long as you
press the pedal, and can reduce stopping
distances in critical situations.

Anti-lock Brake System

This system helps you maintain steering
control during emergency stops by keeping
the brakes from locking.

This lamp momentarily
illuminates when you turn the
ignition on. If the light does not

illuminate during start up, remains on or
flashes, the system may be disabled. Have
the system checked by an authorized
dealer. If the anti-lock brake system is
disabled, normal braking is still effective.

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If the brake warning lamp
illuminates when you release the
parking brake, have the system

checked by an authorized dealer.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

The anti-lock braking system does not
eliminate the risks when:
•

You drive too closely to the vehicle in
front of you.

•

Your vehicle is hydroplaning.

•

You take corners too fast.

•

The road surface is poor.

Note: If the system activates, the brake
pedal may pulse and may travel further.
Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. You
may also hear a noise from the system. This
is normal.

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

WARNING

Always fully apply the parking brake
and make sure you shift into park (P).
Failure to follow this instruction

could result in personal injury or death.

The electric parking brake replaces the
conventional handbrake. The operating
switch is in the center console.

Note: When you apply the electric parking
brake in certain conditions, for example, on
a steep hill, the electric parking brake may
reapply the brakes within three to ten
minutes.

Note: You may notice various noises when
you apply and release the electric parking
brake. This is normal and no cause for
concern.

Applying the Electric Parking
brake

WARNINGS

The brake system warning lamp will
flash when applying the electric
parking brake. If the brake system

warning lamp continues to flash there
could be a problem with your electric
parking brake. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.

With the exception of emergency
conditions (for example, the brake
pedal is broken or is blocked), do not

apply the electric parking brake while the
vehicle is moving. On bends, or poor road
surfaces or weather conditions, emergency
braking can cause the vehicle to skid out
of control or off the road.

Note: The brake system warning lamp
illuminates for ten seconds if you switch the
ignition off after you apply the electric
parking brake, or you apply the electric
parking brake after you switch the ignition .

Note: The electric parking brake will not
automatically apply. You must apply the
electric parking brake using the electric
parking brake switch.

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Pull the switch up to apply the electric
parking brake.

The brake system warning lamp flashes
for about two seconds and then
illuminates to confirm that you have
applied the electric parking brake. See
Information Displays (page 102).

If you apply the electric parking brake when
your vehicle is moving, the brake system
warning lamp illuminates and a warning
chime sounds. See Information Displays
(page 102).

If your vehicle speed is above 4 mph
(6 km/h), the braking force is applied as
long as you pull the switch. Releasing or
pressing the switch or pressing the
accelerator pedal stops the braking force.

Releasing the Electric Parking
Brake

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Release the electric parking brake either
manually by pressing the switch or
automatically.

Manual 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.

You can manually release the electric
parking brake by:

1.

Switching the ignition on.

2. Pressing the brake pedal.

3. Pressing the electric parking brake

switch.

When you release the electric parking
brake, the brake system warning lamp
turns off.

Automatic release - drive away release

Your vehicle automatically releases the
parking brake if all of the following
conditions exist:
•

You close the driver door.

•

You press the accelerator pedal.

•

There are no faults detected in the
parking brake system.

Note: If the electric parking brake warning
lamp stays illuminated, the electric parking
brake will not automatically release. You
must release the electric parking brake using
the electric parking brake switch.

The brake system warning lamp will go off
to confirm that you have released the
electric parking brake.

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. To
assure drive away release when starting
uphill, press the accelerator pedal quickly.

Driving with a Trailer

Depending on the grade and the weight of
the trailer, your vehicle and trailer may roll
backwards slightly when you start on a
slope.

To prevent this from happening, do the
following:

1.

Pull the switch up and hold it in this
position.

2. Drive your vehicle, then release the

switch when you notice that the engine
has developed sufficient driving force.

Battery With No Charge

WARNING

You will not be able to apply or
release the electric parking brake if
the battery is low or has no charge.

If the battery is low or has no charge, use
jumper cables and a booster battery.

HILL START ASSIST

WARNINGS

The system does not replace the
parking brake. When you leave your
vehicle, always apply the parking

brake. Failure to leave your vehicle securely
parked may lead to a crash or injury. See
Electric Parking Brake (page 184).

You must remain in your vehicle
when the system turns on. At all
times, you are responsible for

controlling your vehicle, supervising the
system and intervening, if required. Failure
to take care may result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, serious personal
injury or death.

The system will turn off if a
malfunction is apparent or if you rev
the engine excessively. Failure to

take care may result in the loss of control
of your vehicle, serious personal injury or
death.

The system makes it easier to pull away
when your vehicle is on a slope without the
need to use the parking brake.

When the system is active, your vehicle
remains stationary on the slope for two to
three seconds after you release the brake
pedal. This allows time to move your foot
from the brake to the accelerator pedal.
The system releases the brakes
automatically once the engine has
developed sufficient torque to prevent your
vehicle from rolling down the slope. This
is an advantage when pulling away on a
slope, for example from a car park ramp,
traffic lights or when reversing uphill into
a parking space.

Note: The system only functions when you
bring your vehicle to a complete standstill
in an uphill gear (for example, drive (D)
when facing uphill or reverse (R) when
facing downhill).

Note: There is no warning light to indicate
the system is either on or off.

Using Hill Start Assist

1.

Press the brake pedal to bring your
vehicle to a complete standstill. Keep
the brake pedal pressed.

2. If the sensors detect that your vehicle

is on a slope, the system activates
automatically.

3. When you remove your foot from the

brake pedal, your vehicle remains on
the slope without rolling away for
about two to three seconds. This hold
time automatically extends if you are
in the process of driving off.

4. Drive off in the normal manner. The

system releases the brakes
automatically.

Note: When you remove your foot from the
brake pedal and press the pedal again when
the system is active, you will experience
significantly reduced brake pedal travel. This
is normal.

Switching the System On and Off

Vehicles with Manual Transmission

You can switch this feature on or off in the
information display. The system
remembers the last setting when you start
your vehicle.

Vehicles with Automatic Transmission

You cannot turn the system on or off.
When you switch the ignition on, the
system automatically turns on.