Ford Mustang Owners Manual: Parking brake

WARNING

: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the transmission selector lever is securely latched in position P (automatic transmission) or position 1 (manual transmission).

To set the parking brake, pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible.

To release the parking brake:

1. Press and hold the button located at the end of the parking brake handle.

2. Pull the handle up slightly, then push the handle down.

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