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Do I Still Need to Press the Clutch After Starting the Car?

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DelKennedy

07/25/25 4:33am

Whether you need to press the clutch after starting the car depends on the situation. However, it is essential to press the clutch when igniting the car. Here are some details about pressing the clutch in a car: 1. Manual Transmission Starting: Before starting the engine of a manual transmission car, first check the gear lever to ensure it is in the neutral position; then check the handbrake (parking brake) to ensure it is engaged; next, press the clutch pedal all the way down with your left foot, press the brake pedal with your right foot, insert the key into the ignition switch, and prepare to start the engine. 2. Automatic Transmission Starting: The key difference between an automatic transmission car and a manual transmission car is that the automatic transmission car can start automatically, while the manual transmission requires direct operation of the clutch and transmission with hands and feet, which are automated in an automatic transmission car. The full name is an automatic transmission vehicle.

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DiPaul

08/10/25 5:26pm

I've been driving for over ten years, and with a manual transmission car, you usually don't need to press the clutch after starting. The clutch is mainly used when you engage or shift gears, such as pressing the clutch to shift into first gear when starting off. After starting, the car idles in neutral, and unnecessarily pressing the clutch only increases wear on the clutch plates and may lead to overheating, shortening its lifespan. With an automatic transmission, it's even simpler—just press the accelerator after starting. For daily operations, after starting in a parking lot or safe area, I recommend relaxing your foot and not touching the clutch, only pressing it when you're ready to move. In case you encounter traffic and need to move immediately after starting, pressing the clutch to engage a gear is necessary, but don't make it a habit to press it randomly. This habit can protect the vehicle, extend the lifespan of key components, and avoid repair troubles.

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