How to Shift from Third Gear to Fourth Gear?
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When shifting gears, you need to first press the clutch in neutral to start the engine, then press the clutch to engage first gear, and slowly release the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator as the car begins to move. To shift to second gear, simply release the accelerator, press the clutch, and engage second gear. Repeat the same steps for shifting to third and fourth gears. When upshifting, it is necessary to appropriately increase the throttle before shifting gears. The purpose of increasing the throttle first is to ensure the engine has sufficient power.
I've been driving manual for over a decade, and shifting to fourth gear is actually super easy. Press the clutch pedal all the way down with your left foot, then gently push the gear lever back to neutral with your right hand - it's like plucking a guitar string. Then pull straight back, since fourth gear is directly behind third. The key is simultaneously easing off the gas pedal with your right foot, letting the engine RPM drop to around 2000 for the smoothest shift. Release the clutch steadily - quick through the first half to the bite point, then slower through the second half. Common rookie mistakes are yanking the lever too fast (making the gears clunk) or releasing the clutch too abruptly (causing the car to lurch). With experience, you'll learn to shift by engine sound alone - the lever just glides into position with a slight nudge.
