Do I need to press the electronic parking brake when parking?
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You need to press the electronic parking brake when parking. Here are the relevant instructions: How to use the electronic parking brake - Step on the brake when parking, shift to P gear, pull up the electronic parking brake once, you can hear the sound of the brake tightening, and the car computer will display that the electronic parking brake has been activated. Step on the brake, shift to D gear, press the electronic parking brake once, release the brake to start moving. The electronic parking brake system eliminates the parking brake lever inside the car, providing more design space for the interior styling; The parking brake is replaced by a button instead of the driver having to pull the parking brake lever forcefully, making it simple and effortless, reducing the operational intensity for drivers, especially female drivers; This system not only achieves basic functions such as static parking, static release and shutdown, automatic release and shutdown, but also adds auxiliary functions such as automatic parking and dynamic parking.
When I first bought a car, I was completely confused about the electronic parking brake system, thinking the car would automatically brake when parked. Later, I learned that you usually need to press that button when parking. My experience is that in most ordinary parking situations, such as after turning off the engine or when shifting into P gear, you have to manually operate the electronic parking button to ensure the brake is activated. However, some newer models are quite smart now—they might activate automatically the moment you turn off the engine, but this isn’t always the case and depends on the vehicle’s configuration. To be safe, it’s best to make a habit of pressing it every time. Especially when parking on uneven ground or a slope, if you don’t press it, the car might slide. I once had a close call and quickly learned my lesson. The electronic parking brake is convenient and safe, solving the problem with just one button. Compared to the old-fashioned handbrake, it’s much lighter and saves space. I recommend checking the manual when buying a car to confirm the functionality, and don’t get lazy with daily parking—press it every time before starting to prevent malfunctions and extend the system’s lifespan. In short, this operation is simple and reliable, and you’ll get used to it with practice.
