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KayleenR
Lv 7
KayleenR asked in Cars & TransportationOther - Cars & Transportation · 6 years ago

handbrake starts?

hi guys im a profesional truck driver have been for 40 years, I have driven all types of vechicles frm 50 ton trucks to forklifts to go carts. Recently our company obtained a new VW Caddy.The problem im having is that I cannot do a handbrake start in this vehicle no matter what I do. Please dont tell me I cant drive, Im just wondering if this has happened to anyone else? Every time I try it rolls backwards

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  • ?
    6 years ago

    Let your clutch out a fraction more until it engages

  • ?
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    Obviously the hand brake is not working.

    Source(s): Engine overhaul mechanic since 1972. Driving since 1969.
  • Joe
    Lv 7
    5 years ago

    Try the troll lever instead.

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