What to Do When the Mechanical Handbrake Freezes in Winter?
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The solutions for a frozen mechanical handbrake in winter are: 1. After warming up the car, shift into gear and release the handbrake lever, slightly lift the clutch, and press the clutch when the car tends to move forward. Repeat this process several times to see if it can be released; 2. Pour hot water on the rear wheels; 3. Remove the tire and tap the brake. The function of the handbrake is to brake when parking on flat or sloped ground, preventing the vehicle from automatically sliding in an unmanned state and avoiding traffic accidents. The correct method of pulling the handbrake is: 1. Hold the handbrake button before pulling the handbrake; 2. Apply gentle force when pulling the handbrake; 3. Pull the handbrake up to about 70%. Pulling the handbrake to the highest point will shorten the service life of the handbrake cable.