What to do if the Roewe i5 electronic handbrake cannot be released after pressing?
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After parking the vehicle, shift the gear to D and immediately step on the accelerator, the electronic handbrake will be automatically released. Press the brake and push down the electronic handbrake button. When the red indicator of the electronic handbrake on the dashboard disappears, it means the electronic handbrake has been released.
Recently, my Roewe i5 also encountered the issue where the electronic parking brake wouldn't release after being pressed. That time, I was in a hurry to get to work and got stuck in the garage, unable to move. I first tried restarting the engine several times with no effect, then realized it might be due to insufficient battery power causing the system to misjudge. Using a voltmeter, I confirmed the voltage was indeed too low, and it worked fine after charging. I recommend everyone to pay more attention to battery maintenance, especially in winter when voltage tends to drop and trigger faults. Check the battery level and the relevant fuses in the fuse box every few months. If the problem persists, it could be a software bug in the control module or a short circuit in the wiring. Avoid forcing it to prevent damaging the motor. It's more convenient to directly visit a 4S shop to scan for fault codes with their computer. Safety is the top priority—don't delay addressing the issue.
