Can You Downshift Directly from 3rd to 1st Gear?
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Downshifting directly from 3rd to 1st gear is possible. Detailed steps for gear shifting while releasing the throttle are as follows: Upshifting: Release the throttle, depress the clutch, upshift, release the clutch, and press the throttle. For downshifting, release the throttle, depress the clutch, lightly press the brake, downshift, and release the clutch. Apply throttle as needed. When shifting gears, always release the throttle, as operating a manual transmission car without releasing the throttle is difficult. Downshifting: Release the throttle, lightly press the brake to control the speed within the range suitable for the target gear, depress the clutch, engage the corresponding gear, and then gradually release the clutch. Downshifting is a deceleration process, but it doesn't mean completely ignoring the throttle pedal. After completing the shift and fully releasing the clutch pedal, you need to immediately press the throttle pedal to achieve smooth power transition.