How to Use the Foot Brake in the Sylphy?
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Sylphy foot brake operation method: When starting the vehicle, press the brake pedal with your right foot, then use your left foot to fully depress the parking foot brake pedal. The parking foot brake pedal will pop up and return to its free state, at which point you can press the accelerator pedal to drive. After the vehicle comes to a stop by pressing the brake pedal, use your left foot to fully depress the foot brake pedal to lock the vehicle, with the foot brake pedal now in its lowest position. Below is relevant information: There are three types of parking brakes - electronic parking brake, parking foot brake, and mechanical handbrake. Both the parking foot brake and mechanical handbrake use mechanical mechanisms to achieve parking brake function, while the electronic parking brake employs an electric motor to pull the cable and lock the wheels. Compared to electronic parking brakes, traditional mechanical handbrakes offer higher stability and reliability, with a significantly lower failure rate.
When I first drove the Sylphy, I wasn't quite used to the foot brake either—that big pedal near the driver's left foot. To park, first press the brake pedal to stop the car completely, then firmly step on the foot brake pedal with your left foot until you hear a click, which means it's engaged. A red parking light will illuminate on the dashboard. To release it, press the pedal hard again with your left foot when starting off. Once, I parked on a steep slope outside a supermarket and deliberately pressed the foot brake a couple extra times. Through the rearview mirror, I could see the rear of the car sink slightly, holding firmly without rolling. For red lights longer than 30 seconds, I also use the foot brake to give my right foot a break. Just remember to release the foot brake before reversing into a spot—trying to move the car with it engaged is a real hassle.
The operation of the Sylphy's foot brake is as simple as two steps: press once to lock when parking, and press again to unlock when driving. I find it very convenient for daily use, saving more effort than a handbrake, especially suitable for long-distance driving when your feet get tired. I remember once parking on a slope in the underground garage—after pressing the foot brake firmly, the car didn't budge at all, giving me even more confidence than an electronic parking brake. However, on rainy days, you should watch out for the pedal to avoid slipping, and after washing the car, check for any water stains. This design is quite user-friendly; operating with your feet doesn't interfere with gear shifting, and unlike electronic parking brakes, it doesn't drain the battery. Once you get used to it, it feels much more practical than traditional lever handbrakes.
