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In a vehicle with a vacuum brake booster, the engine stops and the reserve assistance is exhausted. How does this affect the service brake?

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The service brake still works, but the pedal requires more force.

The service brake still works, but without assistance the pedal requires more force. A vacuum booster can retain a reserve after the engine stops; assistance does not necessarily vanish immediately. Other systems work differently. Do not deliberately switch the engine off while moving, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions if a fault occurs.

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  • The service brake still works, but the pedal requires more force.

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