How to use the Festa electronic parking brake?
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The Festa electronic parking brake button is located behind the gear lever. Pull it up to engage the parking brake, and press it down to release the parking brake. Here are some details about the Festa: 1. Powertrain: The Festa 280TGDi Smart Edition is equipped with a high-power 1.6T inline four-cylinder engine, delivering a maximum power of 150kW (204PS) and a peak torque of 265N·m, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. 2. Exterior: The front features the brand's signature inverted trapezoidal 'large-mouth' grille, flanked by flat and sharp headlights (LED headlights are standard on mid-range and higher versions), complemented by the strikingly bright daytime running lights below, giving it a vibrant and dynamic appearance.
As an experienced manual transmission driver, I find electronic parking brakes more effortless than mechanical ones after prolonged use. In the Fista, once the car comes to a complete stop, simply pull up the P-labeled button on the left side of the steering wheel – the red indicator light on the dashboard will illuminate, confirming the parking brake is engaged. When ready to drive, there's no need to manually release it; just fasten your seatbelt, shift to D gear, and press the accelerator – the system will automatically disengage the parking brake. For temporary stops on slopes, firmly pressing the brake pedal activates the auto-hold function. Remember, the electronic parking brake will automatically engage when the engine is fully turned off – a thoughtful design especially for forgetful drivers.
