Can a handbrake be replaced with an electronic parking brake?

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SanRuby
07/29/25 7:08pm
A handbrake can be replaced with an electronic parking brake, but it is not recommended as there may be many hidden risks after modification, and claims cannot be made if problems occur. Conditions for modification: If the original vehicle's high-end configuration already includes an electronic parking brake, it can be modified; if the original vehicle does not have an electronic parking brake, it cannot be modified. Advantages of electronic parking brakes: Electronic parking brakes are very convenient to operate, especially for petite women, as they do not require much effort to pull the traditional mechanical handbrake lever to easily lock the parking brake; compared to traditional mechanical handbrakes, electronic parking brakes are like small control buttons on the center console, which do not take up too much space; they can enhance the overall grade of the vehicle.
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