Can You Still Drive If the Braking System Fails?
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You cannot drive if the braking system fails. When the brake assist system fails, it will malfunction, making the brake pedal feel heavier when pressed, which affects driving safety. The functions of the braking system are: 1. To ensure the vehicle slows down or stops as required by the driver; 2. To ensure the vehicle is reliably parked; 3. To protect the safety of the vehicle and the driver. The components of the braking system include: 1. Energy supply device: Various parts that supply, regulate the energy required for braking, and improve the state of the transmission medium; 2. Control device: Various parts that generate braking actions and control braking effects; 3. Transmission device: Components that transmit braking energy to the brakes, such as the master cylinder and wheel cylinder; 4. Brake: Components that generate resistance to the movement or tendency of movement of the vehicle.
Having driven various vehicles, I am well aware of the dangers of brake system failure. Under no circumstances should you continue driving, as losing braking power means losing basic control of the vehicle. When driving on the road, suddenly finding the brake pedal soft and unresponsive can instantly send chills down your spine. Immediately turn on the hazard warning lights to alert surrounding vehicles to give way. Then, use engine braking—downshift gradually for manual transmission vehicles or switch to lower gears for automatic transmission vehicles. At the same time, gently apply the handbrake to assist in slowing down, ensuring smooth and gradual operation to avoid sudden locking of the wheels and skidding. I recall an incident where the brake fluid line leaked; fortunately, I was driving at a low speed and managed to slow down by downshifting, eventually stopping on the roadside. After stopping, promptly place a warning triangle behind the vehicle and call for professional assistance. No matter how urgent it is, never attempt to drive to the repair shop—it’s literally gambling with your life.