Is Coasting in Neutral Gear Allowed for Manual Transmission?
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Manual transmission vehicles should not coast in neutral gear. Whether it's a manual or automatic transmission vehicle, coasting in neutral is not recommended. It can cause impact on the transmission and compromise driving safety, posing risks to the driver's personal safety. Here are the hazards of coasting in neutral: 1. For automatic transmissions: Shifting into neutral while coasting reduces oil pressure in the transmission, affecting lubrication and heat dissipation. Prolonged coasting in neutral can lead to automatic transmission failure. 2. For manual transmissions: Shifting into neutral while coasting subjects the transmission to significant impact, reducing its service life. It also negatively affects driving safety. 3. When acceleration is needed: If sudden power is required while coasting in neutral, shifting into another gear and pressing the accelerator pedal will result in slower power response, affecting driving safety.