How to Turn Off the Parking Brake?
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To turn off the parking brake, follow these steps: 1. Engage the parking brake. 2. For manual transmission vehicles, place the gear lever in 1st gear or "R" (reverse) position. For automatic transmission vehicles, place the gear lever in "P" (park) position. 3. Turn off the engine. 4. Release the parking brake. Additional information about the parking brake: 1. The parking brake, commonly referred to as the handbrake, is a manual brake installed in motor vehicles. It is used to stabilize the vehicle after it has come to a stop, preventing accidents caused by rolling on inclined surfaces. 2. Do not engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, as this can lead to overheating, reduced effectiveness of the rear brakes, shortened brake lifespan, or permanent brake damage.