Bugs that destroy the car’s braking system
As one of the most important parts of a car, the brake helps the driver control the speed of the vehicle. However, many motorists have bad habits that lead to the fact that this part quickly shortens its lifespan and increases the risk of an accident.
Brake friction is proportional to vehicle speed. Continuous braking increases the temperature, which significantly reduces the overall brake life. In addition, constant braking puts excessive strain on the braking system, which leads to faster wear of the brake pads and discs.
When driving on a busy road, the driver should accelerate only slightly, rather than accelerating and then braking abruptly. If this happens so frequently, the brake can burn out and no longer work effectively.
Many times the handbrake is forgotten or pulled down, but after moving the vehicle, the brake shoes and pads are still close to the drum or brake disc. At this time, the movement of the vehicle creates a lot of friction between the pads and the drum, which generates a lot of heat, posing a risk of burning the pads. Sensor systems attached to the brake assembly, such as B. the ABS anti-lock braking system can also be damaged.
In addition, the high heat generated can cause the brake fluid to boil, which can lead to brake failure. This is the habit that quickly takes its toll on the brakes.
Many drivers have a habit of driving at high speed and then suddenly slowing down when they encounter an obstacle. Sudden braking at high speed will cause rapid brake wear. Therefore, when you want to stop the car, the driver should release the accelerator pedal to slow down the car and then switch to the brake pedal.
When checking Constantly checking the brakes while driving downhill will generate excessive heat, possibly even causing a fire or deformation of the brake pads. As a result, there is a slight risk that the brake will be lost.
This is a common habit of many motorists. Many drivers think that if you shift into P while parking, the car will stop while parking. In fact, the car cannot be moved when shifting into P gear as it has a locked gearbox. However, when the driver parks the car in places with a steep slope, the vehicle is heavily loaded…but the handbrake is not engaged. The car drifts, the P gear no longer works, the ratchet wheel is worn out.
Some drivers often step on the brake pedal with their left foot. This habit can lead to accidentally applying the brakes during normal driving, resulting in unnecessary braking.
In vehicles that often have to transport large loads, the braking system is used more to slow down. Therefore, no overload should be made so that the braking system does not have to be heavily used.
Failure to change the brake fluid regularly can damage the brake lines. Old brake fluid absorbs moisture, which can corrode the master cylinder, brake lines, and pistons. From then on, the effectiveness of the brakes decreases, up to the point of complete loss of the brakes.
