Is the P light in red indicating the handbrake is engaged?
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P light in red indicates the handbrake is engaged. The function of the handbrake is to brake when parking on flat ground or slopes, preventing the vehicle from sliding automatically in an unmanned state and avoiding traffic accidents. The correct method to engage the handbrake is: 1. Press the handbrake button before pulling it; 2. Apply gentle force when pulling the handbrake; 3. Pull the handbrake up to about 70% - pulling it to the highest point will shorten the service life of the handbrake cable. The hazards of forgetting to engage the handbrake while driving include: 1. The brake pump cannot provide sufficient braking force, causing the engine to stall; 2. Accelerated wear of the brake disc and hardening of the brake pads due to friction heat; 3. Elongation of the handbrake cable; 4. Brake fluid leakage from the brake caliper, leading to brake failure.