What are the correct steps for using an electronic handbrake in a manual transmission car?

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MatteoFitz
07/30/25 5:40am
The correct steps for using an electronic handbrake in a manual transmission car are: 1. Press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete stop, then pull up the electronic handbrake button; 2. A small red electronic handbrake symbol will appear on the instrument panel, indicating that the electronic handbrake is engaged. The working principle of the electronic handbrake is the same as that of a mechanical handbrake, achieving parking brake control through the friction generated between the brake disc and brake pads. The only difference is that the control method has changed from the traditional mechanical handbrake lever to an electronic button. The electronic handbrake, also known as the electronic parking brake system, integrates the temporary braking function during driving with the long-term parking brake function, and realizes parking brake control through electronic means.
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