Brake pedal location
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Brake pedal location
Did it take some getting used to the location of the brake pedal? I notice I have to pick my foot up and pivot so I can get my foot centered on the brake. It seemed akward at first but I think I'm getting used to it.
Did you all notice it or is it just me?
Did you all notice it or is it just me?
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Originally Posted by lariatf150
One foot driver or two? I noticed no weird issues. I drive two feet. Left foot ready all the time for the brake and right foot for gas only.
On my 95 F150 it was a simple transition from gas to brake by pivoting on the heel. Now I have to physically lift my foot onto the brake pedal. Like I said, I'm getting used to it!
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It's not just you Jub Jub. There's a couple of threads here dealing with this issue. Seems like the brake pedal is more suited for shorter people than for tall guys with big shoes. It took me awhile but I got used to it. Sure wish somebody would come up with a easy way to more the brake pedal about 2 inches closer to the floor board. The adjustable pedals option only move them closer to the seat from the normal stock position.
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The only issue I noticed is that I find my right foot just barely on the throttle all the time. Many times, slipping off the pedal. If I catch myself. I'll "lift" and plant it where it should be. I wish the throttle pedal was a little closer to the brake pedal.
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I never noticed a problem.
lariatf150,
I've always read that using two feet for driving an automatic is very unsafe. Were you taught that way or did you just naturally pick it up. I know most if not all driving schools warn against it.
lariatf150,
I've always read that using two feet for driving an automatic is very unsafe. Were you taught that way or did you just naturally pick it up. I know most if not all driving schools warn against it.
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Originally Posted by vader716
I never noticed a problem.
lariatf150,
I've always read that using two feet for driving an automatic is very unsafe. Were you taught that way or did you just naturally pick it up. I know most if not all driving schools warn against it.
lariatf150,
I've always read that using two feet for driving an automatic is very unsafe. Were you taught that way or did you just naturally pick it up. I know most if not all driving schools warn against it.
That's funny I thought the state driver's manual said use both feet. I hear both all the time. I drive with one foot. I always "stomp" on the brake if I use my left foot. Not coordinated enough I guess.
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I brake with my left foot. Started doing it driving here in the bumper to bumper traffic in Los Angeles. And no I DON'T rest my left foot on the pedal. My right foot would sometimes cramp up from having to brake so much in stop and go traffic. I could switch backto braking with my right foot but I find you can drive smoother using boot feet.
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Originally Posted by norman311
It's not just you Jub Jub. There's a couple of threads here dealing with this issue. Seems like the brake pedal is more suited for shorter people than for tall guys with big shoes. It took me awhile but I got used to it. Sure wish somebody would come up with a easy way to more the brake pedal about 2 inches closer to the floor board. The adjustable pedals option only move them closer to the seat from the normal stock position.
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Found this browsing the web just an 
Why can’t I use the left foot for braking in an automatic car?
Here are four reasons why instructors teach to only use one foot in an automatic.
1. Under heavy braking the left foot must push against the floor to brace your body. You will have total control of brake, accelerator and steering during an emergency.
2. It is less confusing to switch from an automatic to a manual vehicle.
3. The left foot, resting on the the brake pedal, may inadvertently push down the brake pedal and light up the brake lights whilst accelerating.
4. There is less chance of a mixup between accelerator and brake. After a lifetime of using two feet, older drivers may get confused, pressing the wrong pedal. The ones that had used the right foot only all their lives are less likely to have trouble later on.
Why can’t I use the left foot for braking in an automatic car?
Here are four reasons why instructors teach to only use one foot in an automatic.
1. Under heavy braking the left foot must push against the floor to brace your body. You will have total control of brake, accelerator and steering during an emergency.
2. It is less confusing to switch from an automatic to a manual vehicle.
3. The left foot, resting on the the brake pedal, may inadvertently push down the brake pedal and light up the brake lights whilst accelerating.
4. There is less chance of a mixup between accelerator and brake. After a lifetime of using two feet, older drivers may get confused, pressing the wrong pedal. The ones that had used the right foot only all their lives are less likely to have trouble later on.
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Originally Posted by vader716
Found this browsing the web just an
Why can’t I use the left foot for braking in an automatic car?
Here are four reasons why instructors teach to only use one foot in an automatic.
1. Under heavy braking the left foot must push against the floor to brace your body. You will have total control of brake, accelerator and steering during an emergency.
2. It is less confusing to switch from an automatic to a manual vehicle.
3. The left foot, resting on the the brake pedal, may inadvertently push down the brake pedal and light up the brake lights whilst accelerating.
4. There is less chance of a mixup between accelerator and brake. After a lifetime of using two feet, older drivers may get confused, pressing the wrong pedal. The ones that had used the right foot only all their lives are less likely to have trouble later on.
Why can’t I use the left foot for braking in an automatic car?
Here are four reasons why instructors teach to only use one foot in an automatic.
1. Under heavy braking the left foot must push against the floor to brace your body. You will have total control of brake, accelerator and steering during an emergency.
2. It is less confusing to switch from an automatic to a manual vehicle.
3. The left foot, resting on the the brake pedal, may inadvertently push down the brake pedal and light up the brake lights whilst accelerating.
4. There is less chance of a mixup between accelerator and brake. After a lifetime of using two feet, older drivers may get confused, pressing the wrong pedal. The ones that had used the right foot only all their lives are less likely to have trouble later on.
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Originally Posted by vader716
Found this browsing the web just an
Why can’t I use the left foot for braking in an automatic car?
Here are four reasons why instructors teach to only use one foot in an automatic.
1. Under heavy braking the left foot must push against the floor to brace your body. You will have total control of brake, accelerator and steering during an emergency.
2. It is less confusing to switch from an automatic to a manual vehicle.
3. The left foot, resting on the the brake pedal, may inadvertently push down the brake pedal and light up the brake lights whilst accelerating.
4. There is less chance of a mixup between accelerator and brake. After a lifetime of using two feet, older drivers may get confused, pressing the wrong pedal. The ones that had used the right foot only all their lives are less likely to have trouble later on.
Why can’t I use the left foot for braking in an automatic car?
Here are four reasons why instructors teach to only use one foot in an automatic.
1. Under heavy braking the left foot must push against the floor to brace your body. You will have total control of brake, accelerator and steering during an emergency.
2. It is less confusing to switch from an automatic to a manual vehicle.
3. The left foot, resting on the the brake pedal, may inadvertently push down the brake pedal and light up the brake lights whilst accelerating.
4. There is less chance of a mixup between accelerator and brake. After a lifetime of using two feet, older drivers may get confused, pressing the wrong pedal. The ones that had used the right foot only all their lives are less likely to have trouble later on.
1. If this was true why do race car drivers brake with two feet? I know not a good comparison but I wonder if professional racecar drivers brake with their left or right foot when they are off the track and driving a automatic.
2. If I switched between auto and manual regularly I believe I would use the right for braking to avoid the confusion.
3. Don't rest my foot on the brake and it is something I check.
4. Older drivers get everything mixed up. But like I said I can switch back to right foot braking only since this is how I started driving too.
I don't want to encourage nor do I recommend others to brake with their left foot. It's something I picked up because of the stop and go traffic. If I moved to a more rural area and could drive like a normal person I'd go back to right only.
