Can I release the clutch after engaging first gear?
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Yes. However, you need to release it slowly and gradually until it's fully released, not all at once. First gear provides relatively high output torque, so you should slowly release the clutch to prevent the car from lurching forward suddenly or stalling. When starting the car, you should get in, fasten your seatbelt, and adjust the seat. Quickly press the clutch pedal to the floor and engage first gear. Turn on the turn signal, check the surroundings (both side mirrors), and release the handbrake. Quickly lift the clutch pedal to the semi-engaged position and pause slightly, then slowly release the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator pedal to achieve a smooth start. During normal driving, the clutch should be tightly connected to the engine, and there should be no slipping. Except for starting the car, shifting gears, and low-speed braking, which require pressing the clutch pedal, there is no need to press the clutch at other times. Many people have a bad habit of keeping their foot on the clutch pedal for extended periods while driving, which can lead to clutch slipping, clutch disc burning, and other damage to the car. In severe cases, it can cause burning damage to the clutch pressure plate and flywheel surface, leading to clutch slipping and other faults.
