Can I keep pressing the clutch pedal while waiting at a red light during the subject three driving test?
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It is not advisable to keep pressing the clutch pedal while waiting at a red light, as this will accelerate the wear of the release bearing. Here are the relevant explanations: 1. Correct practice: It is recommended to shift into neutral (N) gear when waiting at a red light, then press the brake pedal or engage the handbrake. This can prevent the car from rolling. 2. Clutch principle: The car's clutch has a release bearing. Pressing the clutch pedal or the release bearing controls the engagement and disengagement of the clutch disc. The release bearing will come into contact with the pressure plate of the clutch disc, which is fixed to the engine flywheel. Therefore, as long as the engine is running, the pressure plate is also rotating.