What is the function of the brake pedal?
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The brake pedal, as the name suggests, is the pedal that limits power, specifically the pedal for the foot brake (service brake). It is used to decelerate and stop the vehicle. As one of the five major control components in car driving, the brake pedal is used very frequently. How the driver operates it directly affects driving safety. The following are scenarios where the brake pedal should be avoided: 1. When driving a small passenger vehicle down a long slope, it is recommended to use a lower gear and rely on engine braking for deceleration, minimizing the use of the brake pedal; 2. For large vehicles or heavily loaded vehicles descending long slopes, it is crucial not to hold the brake pedal for extended periods; engine braking must be used for deceleration. The reason for this is to prevent brake failure.