How to Drive a Manual Transmission Car Downhill?
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Precautions for driving a manual transmission car downhill are as follows: 1. Do not coast in neutral. When driving a manual transmission car down a steep slope, never coast in neutral. Novice drivers should learn to use engine braking. The specific method is to shift to a lower gear and use the brakes to control the speed. Remember not to press the brake pedal for a long time, as overheating the brakes can lead to brake failure. Always use intermittent braking. 2. Do not press the clutch pedal unnecessarily. The clutch is a device that separates and connects the engine and transmission. Its main function is to gradually or immediately cut off the power transmission between the engine and transmission. When the clutch pedal is pressed, the engine's drive mechanism is disconnected from the wheels. If you press the clutch pedal all the way down while going downhill, the car will coast in neutral. 3. Do not turn the steering wheel sharply. Avoid turning the steering wheel abruptly to prevent rollover due to high inertia, speed, or improper steering.