What Causes the Car Handbrake to Fail to Hold?

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LaMorgan
07/24/25 11:56pm
There are several reasons why a car's handbrake may fail to hold, including brake fluid leakage and thinning brake discs. The specific causes are as follows: Brake Fluid Leakage: It is necessary to inspect the brake fluid. Leakage or insufficient brake fluid can result in the handbrake failing to hold. The braking system mainly consists of several components: the energy supply device, control device, transmission device, and brake. The primary functions of the braking system are to decelerate or even stop a moving car, maintain a stable speed for a car going downhill, and keep a parked car stationary. Thinning Brake Discs: Accompanied by body shaking or abnormal noises when braking, this is caused by thinning brake discs or foreign objects entering the brake pads. Uneven surfaces on the brake discs can produce sharp metal friction sounds when braking, and may also lead to insufficient braking force, longer braking distances, and softer braking.
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