Where is the Civic's parking brake located?

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VonNatalie
07/29/25 9:38am
The parking brake of the Civic is located behind the gear shift lever, right next to the right hand. Timely repair required if the handbrake is damaged: If the parking brake (handbrake) cannot stably hold the vehicle or cannot be fully released, immediately request an inspection from a dealer or service station. Always fully engage the parking brake (handbrake) before leaving the vehicle, otherwise the car may move and cause injury or damage. Precautions for using the handbrake: Do not engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, as this may cause overheating that reduces rear braking effectiveness, shortens brake lifespan, or leads to permanent brake damage.
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