What are the correct steps to use the Volkswagen Passat electronic parking brake?

[DiAnastasia]

Volkswagen Passat electronic parking brake correct usage steps: Step on the brake pedal, shift to P or N gear, then pull up the electronic parking brake button with your finger. Below is relevant information about the electronic parking brake: 1. The electronic parking brake serves the same function as a traditional handbrake but offers improved performance. 2. The electronic parking brake is part of the Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system. The EPB system integrates temporary braking during driving with long-term parking braking functions, all controlled electronically to achieve parking brake technology. 3. The electronic parking brake implements parking brake technology through electronic control. Its working principle is the same as that of a mechanical handbrake, both achieving parking brake control through friction generated between the brake disc and brake pads, except that the control method changes from a mechanical handbrake lever to an electronic button.

[BrandonLee]

I've been commuting with my Passat for two years, and the electronic parking brake is indeed effortless. At red lights, just a light press of the button, and the red P icon on the dashboard means it's engaged. Starting again is super simple—just shift to D and lightly tap the accelerator, and the system releases the brake automatically. Once when I was dropping my kid off at school and faced a steep slope, after pulling the handbrake, the dashboard automatically displayed a prompt: 'System has activated anti-rollaway function.' Key point to note: for temporary stops, don't shift to P; just press the handbrake button, otherwise the gear shift impact sounds painful. It automatically locks when you turn off and lock the car, but if you're in a hurry, manually pulling it gives more peace of mind—you can hear the slight whir of the motor in the garage.

[LucyDella]

With over 20 years of experience in car repair, I've worked with various handbrake systems. The Passat's electronic system has proven quite reliable. The P-button on the driver's door panel controls activation/deactivation - the key is using gentle pressure: press to release, pull up to engage. I've encountered two freeze-ups after winter rains - don't forcefully press the accelerator in this situation, first try shifting gears then restart the vehicle. During repairs, I've observed its internal mechanism shows more even brake pad wear compared to mechanical handbrakes. Important reminder: after water exposure, manually pull twice to check for sticking - I had a customer whose car rolled and got scratched due to system misjudgment in rain. For long-term parking, recommend monthly power activation to prevent motor seizure.

[ManuelLee]

For urban commuters grinding through daily traffic, the electronic parking brake is a true savior during congestion. During morning rush hour stop-and-go traffic, a single finger suffices: after coming to a complete stop, simply pull the switch inward with your palm; when starting off, just press with your right thumb to release. I particularly love its Autohold coordination feature: after braking to a stop, depress the pedal firmly until the green parking indicator appears on the dashboard, eliminating the need to keep your foot on the brake. Once when I forgot to engage the handbrake before shutting off the engine, the center console immediately beeped an alert - such thoughtful attention to detail. But be cautious not to accidentally activate it during car washes; I once witnessed the embarrassing moment when a parking brake suddenly engaged inside an automatic car wash.