How to Use the Camry Electronic Parking Brake?
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Steps to use the Camry electronic parking brake: 1. Step on the Camry's brake pedal; 2. Bring the Camry to a stop on a safe road surface; 3. Shift the Camry's gear to P (Park); 4. Pull up the Camry's handbrake (electronic parking brake); 5. Press the Camry's auto-hold button to activate the auto-hold function. The Camry's electronic parking brake is designed for long-term parking and can only be released manually after being engaged. The auto-hold function is intended for temporary stops, such as at traffic lights, and can be released by pressing the accelerator pedal. The Camry is a model under GAC Toyota, with dimensions of 4900mm in length, 1840mm in width, and 1455mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2825mm. In terms of appearance, the Camry features dual styling designs—Luxury and Sport—both derived from Toyota's "KeeLook" design language. The Luxury version adopts a large trapezoidal grille with horizontal bars, a streamlined body posture, a lower waistline, and an extended rear roof section that enhances rear headroom.
When I drive my Camry, using the electronic parking brake is super easy. When parking, like at a red light or after pulling into my driveway, I just press the electronic parking brake button near the dashboard, and it locks the wheels to prevent rolling. Starting up is even more effortless—shift into D, hold the brake pedal, then lightly press the accelerator, and the car automatically releases the parking brake and moves forward. It’s much more convenient than the old lever-style handbrake. I’ve tried it on slopes, and it even assists with hill starts to prevent rollback. After driving with it for over a year, I’ve gotten used to using it every time I go out—it’s worry-free and saves effort. Plus, the center console stays clean without extra clutter. For new drivers, the button operation might feel unfamiliar at first, but with practice, it becomes second nature.
