Is it harmful to occasionally start the car in gear for a new vehicle?
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If the clutch is fully depressed, starting the car in gear will not cause any damage. However, if the clutch is not depressed or the semi-clutch position is not accurately controlled, directly starting the engine can easily damage the engine and brake components, and may also cause the vehicle to lurch forward, increasing the risk of accidents. When starting on a steep slope, engaging first gear prevents the vehicle from rolling backward, but the clutch must still be depressed while starting. Below is additional information: 1. Ignition: The ignition switch of a motor vehicle is the switch for the ignition system, allowing free activation or deactivation of the main circuit of the ignition coil. Ignition methods include mechanical key ignition, remote start ignition, and push-button start ignition. Different vehicle models may have varying ignition methods, so the appropriate ignition switch should be used based on the specific vehicle. 2. Clutch Depressing: Starting in neutral without depressing the clutch keeps the clutch and transmission engaged, transmitting engine power directly to the transmission. Since the transmission is in neutral, no power is delivered to the wheels, so starting in neutral without depressing the clutch is safe. If starting in gear, the gears are already engaged, and not depressing the clutch means the engine power remains connected to the transmission, directly transmitting power and causing the vehicle to lurch forward dangerously. Therefore, when driving a manual transmission vehicle, it is essential to develop the habit of ensuring the gear is in neutral by shaking the gear lever left and right, and always depressing the clutch before starting.
