Where is the handbrake of GL8?

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VonBradley
07/29/25 10:04pm
The electronic handbrake of the Buick GL8 is located on the left side near the left foot. The electronic handbrake is a technology that achieves parking braking through electronic control. Its working principle is the same as that of a mechanical handbrake, both of which use the friction generated between the brake disc and brake pads to control parking braking, except that the control method has changed from the previous mechanical handbrake lever to an electronic button. Below is an introduction to the electronic handbrake: 1. Introduction: The electronic handbrake, also known as the Electronic Parking Brake System (EPB), integrates the temporary braking during driving with the long-term braking after parking, and achieves parking braking through electronic control. 2. Function: The electronic handbrake extends from the basic parking function to the automatic parking function AUTO-HOLD. The application of the AUTO-HOLD automatic parking function technology allows drivers to avoid prolonged braking when the vehicle is stopped. When the automatic electronic parking brake is activated, unnecessary sliding of the vehicle can be prevented.
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