What Happens If You Drive With the Parking Brake On?
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Driving with the parking brake on will cause the parking brake to wear out or even burn out. If the driving distance is short, such as a few kilometers, it will only wear out the brake. However, if the distance is long, the brake may burn out, eventually leading to a vehicle fire. Definition of Parking Brake: The parking brake, commonly referred to as the handbrake, is a manually operated brake installed in motor vehicles. It is used to stabilize the vehicle after it has come to a stop, preventing accidents caused by rolling on inclined surfaces. Typically, the handbrake is located within easy reach of the driver's right hand for convenient use. Function of the Parking Brake: Its primary function is to provide resistance to the vehicle when parked, preventing it from rolling. The parking brake, whether a handbrake or the parking gear in an automatic transmission, locks the drive shaft or rear wheels. The force applied by the parking brake is much less than that of the service brake, just enough to prevent the vehicle from rolling on a slope. Generally, the parking brake is used whenever the vehicle needs to be parked, such as at a red light, where the gear can be shifted to neutral and the parking brake (handbrake) applied.