How many notches does the handbrake have?
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Generally, 5 to 7 notches is the normal position. Handbrake braking test: Drive the car onto a steep slope with good road conditions, press the brake pedal, shift into neutral, pull the handbrake to the previously determined working point position, and slowly release the brake pedal. If the car does not slide, it indicates that the handbrake is functioning well. Alternatively, if the car slides slightly but the sliding distance is very small, the handbrake's performance is also considered normal. How to use the handbrake: Pull the handbrake until the rear wheels lock, then lift it up 1-2 more notches to ensure the car does not roll. The professional term for the handbrake is auxiliary brake. Unlike the principle of the main brake, it uses a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to brake the car.