What should be paid attention to when braking?
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When braking, attention should be paid to holding the steering wheel firmly, abnormal brake noises, emergency braking, brake pedal not returning to position, and other issues. The following are the precautions for braking: 1. Stomping on the brakes when encountering a flat tire. It is a common misconception to stomp on the brakes when encountering a flat tire while driving. The most important thing after a flat tire is to hold the steering wheel firmly, control the direction of the car to prevent loss of balance, and at the same time slow down the speed to bring the vehicle to a gradual stop. 2. Braking at a red light. Most people directly step on the brakes when encountering a red light, which is a wrong behavior. If the red light only lasts about 10 seconds, it can be controlled by decelerating and braking. However, if the red light lasts more than 30 seconds, the handbrake should be engaged and the gear shifted to neutral to avoid damage to the brake and transmission components, which could affect the lifespan of the car. 3. Braking while turning. Many drivers tend to brake while turning, which can easily cause the vehicle to roll over. Instead, the speed should be reduced before entering the curve and shifted to a lower gear. Only in emergencies where timely deceleration is not possible should the brakes be briefly applied. 4. Coasting in neutral downhill and relying on brakes for control. When going downhill, the appropriate gear should be selected according to the speed, with the assistance of brakes, ensuring safety and preventing damage to components.
