How to Use the Foot Brake?
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Usage of the foot brake: 1. When the vehicle is ready to start and move, you need to release the foot brake. At this time, use your right foot to press the brake pedal and your left foot to press the parking foot brake pedal all the way down. Then release your left foot, and the parking foot brake pedal will pop up and return to its free state. Now you can press the accelerator pedal to drive. 2. After pressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, use your left foot to press the foot brake pedal all the way down to lock the vehicle. At this point, the foot brake pedal is in its lowest position, and you can lift your left foot. The foot brake is less strenuous to use and serves the same purpose as the handbrake. The foot brake does not have a pull rod, saving space inside the car. For women with less strength, using the foot brake is more effortless. The foot brake is commonly found in automatic transmission models, located to the left of the accelerator and brake pedals. Be careful not to confuse the foot brake with the clutch pedal.
I always thought the foot brake was quite simple to use. I remember one time parking on a steep slope, I didn't press it properly and the car almost rolled back. Now every time I park, I step on that pedal first—it's located near the driver's seat, slightly to the left. Just press it until you hear a 'click' and feel it lock in place. After parking, avoid using it unnecessarily while driving, as it can cause the car to jerk and wear out the tires. To release it, just press the button on the pedal or pull the handle, and it will easily disengage. It works on the same principle as a traditional handbrake but saves more space. I recommend beginners practice a few times on flat ground to get familiar with the feel, especially for parking on slopes—it's safer to also engage the gear. If you use it frequently, check the pedal regularly for rust to avoid failure at critical moments.
