Why Do You Need to Pull the Handbrake for 3 Seconds When Starting on a Slope?

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DeAllie
07/25/25 7:53am
When the slope is relatively steep and the vehicle is heavy, the car will roll backward if the brake is not applied. If you use your foot to press the brake, there will be no foot left to press the accelerator, and releasing the clutch will cause the engine to stall due to insufficient power. In such cases, pulling the handbrake is necessary for safety and simplicity of operation. Below is additional information: 1. Slope Start: Slope start refers to the process of starting a car on a slope with a certain angle. It is a fundamental skill that new drivers must master and is also a required part of the driving test (Subject 2). 2. Handbrake: The professional term for the handbrake is the auxiliary brake. Unlike the main brake, it operates by using a steel cable connected to the rear brake shoes to apply braking force to the vehicle. Prolonged use of the handbrake can cause the steel cable to undergo plastic deformation. Since this deformation is irreversible, long-term use will reduce its effectiveness and increase the handbrake's travel distance.
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