What Causes Brake Failure?
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Reasons for brake failure: 1. The vehicle's vacuum booster pump is leaking or malfunctioning. The force applied to the brake pedal is amplified by the brake booster pump. If it fails, it becomes difficult to depress the pedal; 2. The brake was pressed after the engine was turned off. This is also related to the brake booster pump, which continuously generates vacuum only when the engine is running. However, in this case, the brake will return to normal after restarting the engine, and it is not a malfunction. If you encounter brake failure while driving, stay calm. Press the brake pedal multiple times to increase the chance of restoring braking force. Additionally, turn on the hazard lights to alert surrounding vehicles. If necessary, slowly engage the handbrake to gradually increase braking force.