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Vacuum assisted brakes

Nissan Altima / Nissan Altima Owners Manual / Starting and driving / Brake system / Brake precautions / Vacuum assisted brakes

The brake booster aids braking by using engine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However, greater foot pressure on the brake pedal will be required to stop the vehicle and stopping distance will be longer.

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