Handbrake - Cadillac BLS Owner's Manual

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Handbrake

WARNING
• Always apply the handbrake when
you park the car. If the car is to be left
parked for a long time, refer to
page 154.
• Always apply the handbrake before
removing the remote control.
• Do not use the handbrake while
driving.
• Grasp the handbrake lever in such a
way that you do not trap your fingers
when you release the handbrake.
Correct hold
The handbrake lever is situated between
the front seats. The brake acts on the rear
wheels. When the handbrake is applied,
the indicator light on the main instru-
ment panel will come on.
To release the handbrake, lift the lever
slightly, press the pawl button on the
underside of the lever and lower the lever.
If conditions allow, it is best if the brake
pedal is not depressed, or only depressed
as little as necessary so as to stop the car
rolling, when the handbrake is applied.
To facilitate releasing the handbrake,
depress the brake pedal. This is especially
appropriate if the car is standing on a hill.
If the parking brake is engaged when the car
starts off, the parking brake symbol in the
main instrument panel illuminates and the
following message appears in DIC:
Release park brake.