Correct Method of Using the Clutch While Driving

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Using the clutch correctly while driving is very important. The following are the correct methods for using the clutch: 1. First, after getting into the car, adjust your driving posture. The correct driving posture is crucial for driving. Your legs should have enough space to move, and it should not be strenuous to press the clutch pedal, brake pedal, or accelerator with your feet. Your body should not lean forward, and this position is generally suitable. 2. The correct way to press the clutch is to use the ball of your left foot as the pivot point while keeping your heel on the floor. First, press the clutch pedal all the way down, then engage the corresponding gear. Lightly press the accelerator while quickly lifting the clutch to the semi-engagement position. Once you feel the clutch engage, you can fully release the clutch. 3. Remember the mantra "fast at first, slow in the middle, and coordinated at the end" when lifting the clutch. The process of lifting the clutch pedal is divided into three stages: initially lift quickly, then slow down when you feel the clutch pressure plate gradually engaging to the semi-engagement point, and finally lift the pedal slowly from semi-engagement to full engagement. While lifting the clutch pedal, gradually press the accelerator pedal according to the engine's power to ensure a smooth start. The accelerator operation should be steady and appropriate, and you should only increase the throttle after the clutch is fully engaged.