What are the effects of forgetting to pull the handbrake on a car?

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VanElizabeth
07/29/25 11:11pm
The effects of forgetting to pull the handbrake on a car 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. Stretching of the handbrake cable; 4. Leakage of brake caliper oil, leading to brake failure. The correct method to pull the handbrake is: 1. Press the handbrake button before pulling it; 2. Apply gentle force when pulling the handbrake; 3. Pull the handbrake to about 70% of its capacity, as pulling it to the maximum height will shorten the lifespan of the handbrake cable. The function of the handbrake is to provide braking when parking on flat or sloped surfaces, preventing the vehicle from moving automatically when unattended and avoiding traffic accidents.
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