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Topic: Vehicle controls and equipment · Nº 234 / 270

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Utilizar el freno de mano de forma habitual durante la conducción, ¿es correcto?

Is it correct to use the handbrake regularly while driving?

  • ASí, siempre que el vehículo tenga ABS.Yes, as long as the vehicle has ABS.
  • BSí, se recomienda en curvas cerradas.Yes, it is recommended on sharp bends.
  • CNo, sólo debe emplearse para inmovilizar el vehículo.No, it should only be used to keep the vehicle stationary.
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Correct answer

  • CNo, sólo debe emplearse para inmovilizar el vehículo.No, it should only be used to keep the vehicle stationary.
Explanation

The handbrake is designed to keep the vehicle still, not to brake while moving. Using it while moving can lock the rear wheels, cause loss of control and wear the system unnecessarily. So while driving you should use only the main brakes (the brake pedal), and keep the handbrake for holding the vehicle still, for example when parking on a slope.

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