How to Shift Gears to Move Forward in a Manual Transmission Car?
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After starting the car, use your left foot to press the clutch pedal all the way down to completely disengage the clutch. Shift the transmission into first gear. For most car models, first gear is located in the front-left position. The shifting action should be precise and swift. When the handbrake indicator light on the dashboard turns off, it means the handbrake has been released. The handbrake must be fully lowered before starting the car. Keep the clutch pedal pressed with your left foot to maintain the disengaged state, press the accelerator pedal with your right foot, and gradually release the clutch pedal with your left foot until it is safely released. Once the car starts smoothly, you can repeat the process of pressing the clutch, shifting gears, and pressing the accelerator to complete upshifting.