How to Solve Brake Lock-Up?

[LeMason]

Solutions for brake lock-up: Engage first gear or reverse gear to utilize the vehicle's power to resolve wheel lock-up, but be cautious not to use excessive throttle as it may damage the transmission and other components. If this doesn't work, you can manually turn off the engine, release the handbrake, and kick the locked wheel a few times or rock the vehicle back and forth to resolve the lock-up. Causes of tire lock-up: 1. Absence of ABS (Anti-lock Braking System). Vehicles without ABS are prone to lock-up during emergency braking because the braking force exceeds the friction between the tires and the road, leading to lock-up and potentially causing skidding or even rollover. 2. Prolonged parking, especially after water exposure. When brake pads and drum brakes stick together, they can rust, causing tire lock-up. In such cases, sanding with sandpaper can help alleviate the lock-up.