What does pulling the electronic parking brake up and down mean?
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Pulling the electronic parking brake upwards activates the parking brake, while pressing it downwards deactivates the parking brake. Correct usage: To engage the electronic parking brake, lift the electronic parking brake button upwards. The indicator light on the electronic parking brake button and the combination meter display will illuminate, indicating that the parking brake has been successfully engaged. To release the electronic parking brake, press the brake pedal and simultaneously press the button downwards to disengage the parking brake. The indicator lights on the electronic parking brake button and the combination meter display will turn off, indicating that the parking brake has been successfully released. Features: The electronic parking brake can be engaged at any time, even when the ignition switch is turned off. However, to release the parking brake, the ignition switch must be turned on. During operation, slight noise may occur when engaging or releasing the parking brake. This is normal as it is the sound of the electronic parking brake motor working and does not require maintenance. Compared to traditional manual mechanical parking brake systems, the electronic parking brake system offers the following advantages: The parking brake lever inside the cabin is eliminated, providing more design flexibility for the interior styling. The parking brake is operated by a single button instead of requiring the driver to pull the parking brake lever forcefully, making it simpler and less strenuous, especially for female drivers. With the continuous development of automotive electronic parking control technology, the system not only achieves basic functions such as static parking, static release (deactivation), and automatic release (deactivation), but also includes auxiliary functions like automatic parking and dynamic parking.
The electronic parking brake button in the car is designed very intuitively. Pulling it upwards activates the parking brake, locking the vehicle to prevent it from rolling, which is useful when exiting the car or parking in a lot. Pulling it downwards does the opposite, releasing the parking brake and removing the braking force, an operation generally required before driving to start normally. I find this much more convenient than traditional mechanical handbrakes—just a light touch does the job. Moreover, some cars can automatically coordinate with the transmission or throttle, such as preventing the car from rolling back when releasing the brake on a slope. It's important to develop good habits to avoid misuse, like engaging it at red lights to prevent rear-end collisions. Regular maintenance is also necessary to check for any aging wiring to prevent malfunctions and accidents. Overall, this design makes driving easier and safer.
