Can a Manual Transmission Car Shift Gears Without Pressing the Clutch?
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Manual transmission cars cannot shift gears without pressing the clutch, as doing so may cause gear grinding in the transmission. When shifting gears, it is essential to quickly press the clutch pedal all the way down to ensure smooth gear changes. The clutch is located within the flywheel housing between the engine and the transmission, secured to the rear plane of the flywheel with screws. The output shaft of the clutch serves as the input shaft of the transmission. During driving, the driver can press or release the clutch pedal as needed to temporarily disconnect or gradually engage the engine with the transmission, thereby cutting off or transferring the engine's power to the transmission.