Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time.
Average driver reaction time is about three-quarters of a second. In that time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20m (66 ft), which could be a lot of distance in an emergency.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include:
If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
Seat Ibiza. Brakes
Brake servo
The brake servo amplifies the pressure you apply to the brake pedal. It works
only when the engine is running. If the brake servo is not functioning due to a
malfunction, or if the ve ...
Nissan Micra. Fuel-filler door
Opener operation
The fuel-filler door release is located below the
instrument panel. To open the fuel-filler door, pull
the release. To lock, close the fuel-filler door
securely.
Fuel-filler ...
Nissan Micra. Speedometer and odometer
This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer and
odometer. The speedometer is located in the
center of the meter cluster. The odometer is
located within the trip computer.
Speedometer
The spee ...