Can You Shift Directly from Fourth Gear to Second Gear?

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You can shift directly from fourth gear to second gear. However, skipping gears for deceleration causes significantly more wear and tear on the internal components of the car compared to sequential downshifting. Precautions for Gear Shifting: When downshifting, the double-clutching method with a throttle blip should be used. The principle of throttle blipping during downshifting is: the faster the speed, the larger the "throttle blip"; the slower the speed, the smaller the "throttle blip". At low engine speeds, the "throttle blip" should be larger; at high engine speeds, it should be smaller. On flat roads, the "throttle blip" should be larger; when going uphill, it should be smaller. Gear Shifting Techniques: Shifting should be timely, accurate, smooth, and quick. When starting the car, generally use the low gear (first gear). Once moving, shift up through the gears promptly as road conditions permit.