Where is the handbrake located in a Cadillac?
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The handbrake of a Cadillac is located in front of the center console between the driver and front passenger seats. The handbrake, also known as the parking brake, may vary depending on the vehicle series, model, and style. Cadillac offers two types of handbrakes: electronic and mechanical. The mechanical handbrake is in the form of a lever, while the electronic handbrake is a button. The electronic handbrake is easier and more effortless to operate, and it also effectively saves interior space. The function of the handbrake is to brake when parking on flat or inclined surfaces, keeping the car stationary and preventing it from rolling downhill, thus avoiding traffic accidents. Additionally, pulling the handbrake up during a turn can create a drifting effect. The working principle of the car handbrake involves a brake disc connected to the driveshaft transmitting the pulling force back through a steel cable to achieve parking braking. After pulling the handbrake, a hydraulic auxiliary cylinder is used to push the main hydraulic cylinder beneath the car, which then drives the air valve to act and brake the driveshaft.