What do service brake and brake pedal mean?

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Service brake refers to the braking system, while the brake pedal is the pedal that controls deceleration, specifically the foot brake (service brake) pedal, used for slowing down or stopping the vehicle. It is one of the five major controls in car driving, primarily serving to decelerate or stop the car. Precautions for using the brake are as follows: 1. During emergency braking, hold the steering wheel with both hands and avoid single-handed operation; 2. The free travel of the brake pedal directly affects braking time and distance. Therefore, always check if the brake pedal's free travel is appropriate before driving; 3. Braking actions should be swift. If the vehicle skids, release the brake pedal, but quickly readjust the steering wheel; 4. Avoid emergency braking during high-speed turns. Apply brakes appropriately before turning, maintain straight-line braking as much as possible, and control the turning speed; 5. For braking at medium-low speeds or when shifting gears, first press the clutch pedal and then the brake pedal. For braking at medium-high speeds, first press the brake pedal and then the clutch pedal.