How to use the foot brake on the Nissan Sylphy?
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The method for using the foot brake on the Nissan Sylphy: 1. Locate the foot brake: The foot brake is positioned to the left of the accelerator and brake pedals—do not confuse it with the clutch pedal. 2. Starting the vehicle: Before releasing the foot brake, first press the brake pedal with your left foot, then press the brake pedal with your right foot. 3. At this point, the foot brake is released. Move your right foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator, and the vehicle can proceed normally. The Nissan Sylphy is a sedan series launched by Dongfeng Nissan Passenger Vehicle Company. The car measures 4641mm in length, 1815mm in width, and 1447mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2712mm. The Sylphy features front-engine, front-wheel drive, a fuel tank capacity of 47L, standard seating for five, and is equipped with either a CVT intelligent continuously variable transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission.
When driving the Sylphy, I often use the foot brake, which is the pedal-type parking brake. After parking, I press it firmly with my left foot until I hear a click, locking it in place to prevent sliding at red lights or on slopes. Before starting, I step on the main brake pedal with my right foot and then pull the release lever next to it to disengage. I remind beginners not to use it while driving, as it can cause skidding and be dangerous. The Sylphy's foot brake is designed in the left foot pedal area, making it simple and convenient, but manual transmission drivers need to coordinate with the clutch operation to avoid stalling. Developing this habit when parking is crucial to prevent the car from rolling downhill, causing injury or damaging the brake system. During each maintenance check, inspect its function to ensure the spring hasn’t aged, and clean the pedal with a damp cloth to maintain responsiveness.
