How to Perform Emergency Braking with Electronic Parking Brake?
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For temporary parking, press the auto-hold function button and depress the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete stop, eliminating the need to keep your foot on the brake or use the handbrake. To deactivate the auto-hold braking function, simply press the accelerator pedal. For automatic transmission models, there's no need to frequently switch between D to N or D to P. If you need to exit the vehicle or unfasten the seatbelt during braking, always shift to P (Park) or activate the electronic parking brake function.
Last time when I experienced brake failure, the electronic parking brake saved me. Simply put, if the normal brakes don’t work while driving, just hold down the electronic parking brake button—it will automatically help slow the car down. This feature is called dynamic braking, and many new cars support it to prevent loss of control. Don’t assume pulling it will stop the car abruptly—doing so at high speeds is dangerous and can cause the rear wheels to lock up and skid. In my case, I was on a downhill highway stretch at around 40 mph, and gently holding the parking brake button brought the car to a smooth stop. Safety first—practice in a parking lot at low speeds to get a feel for it, and check the manual to confirm your car model supports it. Remember, in a real emergency, first turn on the hazard lights and find an open space—don’t stubbornly force the steering wheel into sharp turns. When getting the car repaired, have the hydraulic pump checked to avoid a repeat incident.
