Is It Necessary to Shift to Neutral First When Changing Gears?
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When shifting gears, it is not necessary to shift to neutral first. Reasons: Every time you shift up or down, you must pass through neutral, but not engage it. This is because the transmission gears on the main shaft are independent for each gear, and the space between each gear position is neutral. When you shift gears, the gear shift fork in the transmission moves the gear left or right, and with the help of the synchronizer ring, it smoothly meshes with the gear on either side, forming a unified connection. Correct Operation: While driving, as long as road conditions and traffic allow, you should promptly shift to a higher gear. Before upshifting, you must first accelerate ('power shift') to ensure there is enough power for the car to continue driving smoothly after the shift. Upshifting should be timely, and the right moment to shift should be determined based on the engine sound, RPM, and power output. If the engine RPM drops and power becomes insufficient after pressing the accelerator pedal post-shift, it indicates that the upshift was performed too early. Precautions: If you shift to neutral first when changing gears, the power transmission between the vehicle and the engine is disconnected, causing the vehicle to lose traction and resulting in significant power wastage.