To brake safely while traveling downhill, apply steady pressure to the brake all the way down the grade.
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When driving downhill, to brake safely, you should begin by using engine braking to control your speed by shifting to a lower gear. This helps reduce wear on your brakes and maintains better control. If additional braking is needed, apply the brakes gently and intermittently rather than slamming them, allowing them to cool between applications to prevent overheating. Always stay aware of your surroundings and adjust your speed according to road conditions.
Because your brake system is not working properly. You need to have your brake system checked out and repaired before you have to make an emergency stop and then they fail to brake as they should. ALWAYS DRIVE SAFELY
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you slide downhill over the ice.
Not using the engine brake while driving on steep downhill slopes can lead to increased wear on the vehicle's brakes, reduced braking effectiveness, and potential overheating of the brakes, which can result in brake failure and loss of control of the vehicle. It is important to use the engine brake to help control speed and reduce strain on the braking system when driving on steep downhill slopes.
Steven Leslie was in Sacramento for the I Drive Safely segment.
Your brake might grab when going downhill because the pads are wearing out. The lines may also need bled properly.
reverse and set the parking brake.