On a long downgrade in hot weather, what risk builds up if you rely too heavily on the service brakes?

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1. Brake fade only happens in cold weather, not hot weather
2. Heat has no effect on brake performance, only on tire pressure readings
3. The brakes work better as they heat up on a long downgrade
4. The brakes can overheat and lose stopping power, known as brake fade

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