Can You Shift Gears Without Fully Releasing the Throttle?

[DiEmmett]

You cannot shift gears without fully releasing the throttle. If the clutch is engaged while the throttle is still pressed, the engine continues to work, which is not only ineffective but may also damage the clutch release bearing. How the Clutch Works: The clutch in a car serves to disconnect or connect the engine's power. In other words, when the clutch is pressed, the engine's transmission is disconnected from the wheels, preventing the engine's power from reaching them. If the throttle is not released after pressing the clutch, the engine continues to work, which is not only ineffective but may also damage the clutch release bearing. Downshifting Requires Releasing the Throttle: When downshifting, it is even more important to release the throttle pedal, as downshifting is a deceleration process. However, this does not mean completely ignoring the throttle pedal. After shifting gears and fully releasing the clutch pedal, it is necessary to press the throttle pedal to a certain depth immediately to ensure smooth power delivery.