ATE Handbrake Cable 103665

A handbrake cable in a car serves two main purposes:

1. Engaging the parking brake: The handbrake cable plays a critical role in engaging the parking brake. When the driver pulls the handbrake lever or pushes the handbrake pedal, it activates the handbrake cable. As the cable tightens, the force is transmitted to the rear brakes, causing them to clamp down on the wheels and prevent the car from rolling. This is particularly useful when parking on slopes or for short-term parking situations where the foot brake is not needed.
2. Releasing the parking brake: The handbrake cable is also responsible for releasing the parking brake when the driver disengages it. When the handbrake lever or pedal is released, the cable slackens, and the rear brakes are no longer engaged. This allows the wheels to rotate freely and for the car to resume its normal driving mode without any interference or dragging from the parking brake system.

By efficiently performing these functions, the handbrake cable ensures that the parking brake is engaged and released smoothly, providing stability and safety during parking and starting the vehicle.