What are the consequences of driving with the electronic parking brake engaged?

[BriannaAnn]

Here is a detailed introduction to the consequences of driving with the electronic parking brake engaged: 1. Degree of engagement and driving distance: If the parking brake is not engaged tightly and the driving distance is short, the impact on the car is minimal, but there will be increased wear on the parking brake pads and higher fuel consumption. 2. Tight engagement: If the parking brake is engaged tightly and not noticed, or if the car is driven at high speed over a long distance, the parking brake pads can wear out severely, potentially reaching the point of needing replacement after just one instance. Excessive wear and heat generation from the brake pads can cause smoke and a burning smell. The heat can also transfer to surrounding components, and high temperatures may reduce the strength of these parts or even cause deformation. 3. Assessing the outcome: If there is no smoke or strong burning smell, there is likely no issue, and no inspection is needed. However, if there is a strong burning smell and visible smoke, check whether the parking brake still functions properly—whether it releases fully when disengaged, whether the engagement force is the same as before, and whether it can still hold the car on a slope.