What Causes Hard Brakes and Failure to Start?
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When a car fails to start, it means the engine cannot be ignited, which consequently makes the brake pedal hard to press. This is the cause-and-effect relationship between the two issues. Therefore, the failure to start is not due to a fault in the brake system, as the automotive braking system operates hydraulically. Below are relevant introductions about car brakes: Introduction 1: As the name suggests, it is a mechanical braking device designed to slow down the vehicle, also known as a decelerator. Simply put, the car's brake pedal is located below the steering wheel. Pressing the brake pedal activates the brake lever linkage, applying pressure that is transmitted to the brake shoes on the brake drum, clamping the brake disc to slow down or stop the vehicle. Introduction 2: The manual brake in a car is located beside the gear shift, connected to the brake lever. Common types also include bicycle brakes, which rely on rod-shaped brakes fixed to the frame or disc caliper brakes to achieve deceleration.