Does the Handbrake Act on the Front or Rear Wheels?

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The handbrake acts on the rear wheels. It is a frequently used component during regular vehicle operation. After parking and turning off the engine, it is necessary to engage the handbrake to prevent the car from rolling. Most mechanical handbrakes have a handbrake cable located beneath the handbrake lever, which connects to both rear wheels. When the handbrake is engaged, an indicator light on the dashboard will illuminate, and it will turn off when the handbrake is released. For automatic transmission vehicles, when parking, you should shift into 'P' (Park) and then engage the handbrake—it is also acceptable to engage the handbrake before shifting into 'P'. For manual transmission vehicles, you should shift into 'N' (Neutral) and engage the handbrake when parking. Some Japanese cars may be equipped with a foot brake system, which operates on the same principle as the handbrake but replaces the handbrake lever with a pedal.