Will the Car Roll Away If the Handbrake Is Not Properly Engaged?
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If the handbrake is not properly engaged, the car will not roll away. Traditional Handbrake: The traditional handbrake, also known as a mechanical handbrake, is the most widely used type of parking brake. The structure of the traditional handbrake is simple, consisting of components such as a brake lever, cable, brake mechanism, and return spring. When parking, pulling up the handbrake lever locks the driveshaft, thereby locking the front wheels (or sometimes the rear wheels), ensuring the vehicle remains stable when parked. Foot Brake: As the name suggests, the foot-operated handbrake is engaged by stepping on a pedal, similar to how the brake is operated. The operation of this parking brake is largely similar to the traditional handbrake. Pressing the pedal engages the brake, and pressing it again releases the brake, causing the pedal to automatically spring back. Electronic Handbrake: The electronic handbrake, or electronic parking brake system, uses electronic control to achieve parking brake functionality. Essentially, it is an upgraded version of the traditional handbrake, replacing the manual pull with an electric mechanism. A small button can activate or deactivate the handbrake function. The electronic handbrake is most commonly located behind the gear lever or near the driver's seat on the left side. The universal symbol for it is a circle with a 'P' inside and two parentheses on either side of the circle.
