A conventional parking brake system is used with a twin A-frame parking brake control lever which is located in the floor console.
Only the parking brake control is visible, the parking brake control lever is hidden by the floor console.
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Right-hand rear EPB actuator
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Left-hand rear EPB actuator
An EPB is available as an option for the vehicle. In comparison to a conventional parking brake, the EPB offers the following advantages:
* Ease of operation, due to low operating forces. This is achieved by the use of an electrical switch instead of a lever and the parking brake cables are replaced by electrical cables.
* The EPB is always applied firmly, giving maximum parking brake power in all operating conditions.
* Safety, the vehicle can be slowed down with the EPB if the hydraulics of the brake system fail while driving. The system is automatically coordinated with the ABS system to prevent the braked wheels from locking.
The system comprises the following components:
* EPB module: This is located in the rear stowage area, behind the left-hand rear quarter trim panel. The module is the system control unit and operates the rear brake calipers as required using information from the EPB switch, the ignition key and various system data from the high-speed CAN Bus.
* EPB Switch: This is a push-pull type switch and is located in the floor console. To release the EPB, push the EPB switch down. To engage the EPB, pull the EPB switch up.
* EPB Actuators: These are attached to the left and right-hand rear brake caliper housings. They use an electric motor to operate the calipers by turning a threaded spindle within a pressure nut that presses against the brake caliper piston.
Modes of Operation:
Static Mode (vehicle stationary): Full application and release of the rear brakes is possible. The parking brake will only release if the brake pedal or clutch pedal is depressed at the same time as releasing the EPB switch, or when the vehicle is driven away.
Key Out Apply: The parking brake is automatically applied (auto clamp) when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch.
Dynamic Mode (vehicle in motion): The parking brake is gradually activated when the EPB switch is applied and released when the EPB switch is released.
Drive Away Assist: This system enables the driver to drive away on an incline without the vehicle rolling back unintentionally. After stopping the vehicle on an incline or a descent and the parking brake is applied, it will be released when operating the accelerator pedal without any further driver intervention.
Disc Temperature Mode: If after bringing the vehicle to a halt the rear brake discs temperature exceeds 300°C, the parking brake will be activated and will not release until the brake discs have sufficiently cooled.
Stall Apply: If the engine is stalled the parking brake is automatically applied.
Service mode activation and deactivation
On vehicles with Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) it is required to activate the service mode before any work is started. Also the deactivation of the service mode is required after the repair. The Service mode can be activated either using the vehicle system or using the Ford diagnostic system.
For additional information, refer to: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Release Using the Vehicle Systems (206-05 Parking Brake and Actuation, General Procedures).
A separate procedure is available if the vehicle is without power.
For additional information, refer to: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Release When the Vehicle Has No Electrical Power (206-05 Parking Brake and Actuation, General Procedures).
