How to Shift Gears 1-4?

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Kaylee
07/24/25 8:29pm
To engage 1st gear, push the gear lever to the left and then forward. For 2nd gear, push it to the left and then downward. For 3rd gear, return to neutral and then push straight upward. For 4th gear, return to neutral and then push straight downward. Below are some manual transmission shifting techniques: 1. Clutch and throttle coordination: When shifting gears, coordinate the clutch and throttle properly. Press the clutch pedal all the way down, then release the throttle pedal, and quickly shift to the desired gear. After shifting, immediately release your hand from the gear lever (commonly known as the gear stick) to avoid prolonged contact, which can damage the lever. 2. Shifting principle: For manual transmission vehicles, always remember the principle "accelerate before upshifting, decelerate before downshifting." Before upshifting, "rev" the throttle to increase the speed first. Before downshifting, "ease off" the throttle to reduce the speed first. Always press the clutch pedal all the way down before shifting, and operate the gear lever with light, quick, smooth, and precise movements.
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StReese
08/11/25 11:10am
Shifting to first, second, third, and fourth gears is actually quite simple—I’m a veteran with twenty years of manual transmission experience. Step one: press the clutch pedal all the way down to cut off power; don’t half-press it or you’ll grind the gears. Then shift according to speed: at 0–10 km/h, engage first gear to start, gently releasing the clutch while applying throttle for a smooth takeoff. After starting, shift to second gear at 10–25 km/h—again, press the clutch, pull the gear lever to second, and gradually release the clutch. At around 25–40 km/h, upshift to third gear with the same motion. For higher speeds, shift to fourth gear at 40–60 km/h for cruising. The key is to monitor engine RPM—I always check the tachometer. Shifting between 1,500 and 3,000 RPM ensures the smoothest transitions, avoiding excessive wear from high RPM or lugging the engine at low RPM, which causes shaking. With regular practice, it becomes second nature, keeping the car stable, fuel-efficient, and enjoyable to drive.
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