Do You Need to Depress the Clutch When Downshifting a Manual Transmission Car?

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LeLila
07/29/25 2:39pm
Manual transmission cars require the clutch to be depressed when downshifting. Improper clutch coordination while driving a manual transmission car can easily cause the engine to stall. The correct procedure is: first gently apply the brakes to reduce speed, then when the engine RPM drops below 1000, depress the clutch to prevent stalling. Note that suddenly slamming on the brakes may also cause the engine to stall. A manual transmission is a type of gearbox that changes the speed and torque transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels. It enables the vehicle to obtain different traction and speed under various operating conditions such as starting from standstill, climbing hills, turning corners, and accelerating, while keeping the engine operating within a more favorable range.
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