Wet conditions can impair the effectiveness of drum brakes. What should you do?

In wet conditions, drum brakes can lose effectiveness due to water and moisture affecting their performance. The best way to ensure they function properly is to carefully drive to dry them. This means using your brakes gently while driving to create friction that can evaporate the moisture.

Applying the brakes repeatedly while stationary can also help in some cases to clear water from the brake components, but it is not the primary action recommended in this situation. Refilling brake fluid is not necessary for this issue and doesn't address the immediate concern of wet brakes.

In summary, the correct approach focuses on actively driving to maintain brake effectiveness. Understanding and applying these practices is essential for safe driving under different weather conditions, which is emphasized in German traffic regulations to ensure safety on the road.