Should the parking brake be pulled up or released?
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When parking, the handbrake should be pulled up, and it needs to be released when starting. The handbrake, also known as the auxiliary brake, operates differently from the main braking system. It uses a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to apply braking force to the vehicle. 1. Precautions: Prolonged use of the handbrake can cause plastic deformation of the steel cable. Since this deformation is irreversible, long-term use will reduce its effectiveness and increase the handbrake's travel distance. 2. Principle: After pulling the handbrake, a hydraulic auxiliary cylinder is utilized to push the main hydraulic cylinder beneath the vehicle, which then drives the air valve. Once the air valve is activated, it engages the brake drive shaft.