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What is the first step in starting a manual transmission car?
What is the first step in starting a manual transmission car?
- Shift into third gear.
- Engage the parking brake. (correct)
- Release the parking brake.
- Press the accelerator.
How do you know when to release the clutch pedal while starting to drive?
How do you know when to release the clutch pedal while starting to drive?
- When the car's dashboard lights turn off.
- When you feel the clutch engage. (correct)
- When you hear the engine rev up.
- When the car begins to roll backward.
What should you do before shifting gears from first to second?
What should you do before shifting gears from first to second?
- Increase RPM to about 3000. (correct)
- Press the brake pedal gently.
- Shift into neutral.
- Turn off the engine.
What is a key action to take when coming to a complete stop?
What is a key action to take when coming to a complete stop?
What is the consequence of pressing the brake pedal without engaging the clutch?
What is the consequence of pressing the brake pedal without engaging the clutch?
To shift into second gear smoothly, what should you do after pressing the clutch pedal?
To shift into second gear smoothly, what should you do after pressing the clutch pedal?
When should you engage the clutch pedal while stopping?
When should you engage the clutch pedal while stopping?
How can you reduce wear on your clutch when stopped for an extended period?
How can you reduce wear on your clutch when stopped for an extended period?
Flashcards
Clutch Engagement Point
Clutch Engagement Point
The point at which the clutch starts connecting the engine to the transmission, causing the car to move.
Gear Lever
Gear Lever
The lever used to shift gears in a manual transmission car.
Clutch Pedal
Clutch Pedal
The pedal pressed to disengage the clutch, allowing you to change gears smoothly.
Brake Pedal
Brake Pedal
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Shifting Gears
Shifting Gears
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Clutching Before Stopping
Clutching Before Stopping
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Starting a Manual Car
Starting a Manual Car
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Turning Off a Manual Car
Turning Off a Manual Car
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Study Notes
Driving a Manual Transmission Car in One Minute
- Ensure the car is in gear and the parking brake is engaged.
- Press the brake pedal with your right foot and the clutch pedal fully with your left to start the car.
- Shift the car into neutral by moving the gear lever left and right.
- Press the start/stop button to start the car.
- Release your left foot from the clutch pedal once the car is started.
- Release the parking brake to begin driving.
- Press the clutch pedal fully and shift the gear lever into first gear to engage first gear.
- Gradually release the clutch pedal while simultaneously accelerating to get the car rolling.
- Release the clutch fully and drive normally when you feel the clutch engage.
- To shift into second gear, release the accelerator, press the clutch fully, and move the gear lever into second gear.
- Ease off the clutch pedal while lightly accelerating for a smooth transition.
- Apply the brakes as usual and press the clutch pedal fully before the car begins to shake when coming to a complete stop.
- Shift into first gear, press the start/stop button, release the clutch pedal with the car off, and engage the parking brake to turn off the car.
Finding the Clutch Engagement Point
- The clutch engagement point is where the clutch begins to engage, causing the car to start moving.
- Release the brake pedal and gradually release the clutch pedal without touching the accelerator or brake to find the clutch engagement point.
- You will feel the clutch engage and the car will begin to move.
Shifting Gears Smoothly
- To shift from first to second gear, accelerate to approximately 3000 RPM, release the accelerator, press the clutch pedal fully, and shift into second gear.
- Slowly release the clutch pedal while accelerating to ensure a smooth transition.
Stopping Safely
- Avoid pressing the brake pedal without engaging the clutch, as this can stall the engine.
- Apply the brakes, and just before the engine starts to lurch, engage the clutch pedal fully and shift into neutral to stop safely.
- Release the clutch to reduce wear on your clutch when stopping for more than a few seconds.
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