What does lightly pressing the brake pedal mean?
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Lightly pressing the brake pedal refers to pressing the brake pedal once, then releasing it, and pressing it again, repeating this process. This method is suitable for situations with low road friction coefficient, wading through water, or tire blowouts, where intermittently pressing the brake pedal can help reduce the vehicle's speed. Below are the working principle and function of the brake pedal: Working principle of the brake pedal: The resistance generated from friction utilizes the friction between the brake pads and brake discs (or drums), as well as between the tires and the ground, converting the kinetic energy of the moving vehicle into thermal energy through friction, thereby creating resistance to stop the car. Function of the brake pedal: The braking system provides stable, sufficient, and controllable braking force, with excellent hydraulic transmission and heat dissipation capabilities, ensuring that the force applied to the brake pedal is transmitted to the master cylinder and each wheel cylinder, avoiding hydraulic failure and brake fade caused by excessive heat.