Is it okay to press the clutch pedal all the way down when going downhill with a manual transmission?
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It is not advisable to press the clutch pedal all the way down when going downhill with a manual transmission, as this can easily damage the release bearing and increase fuel consumption. The correct operation for a manual transmission car when going downhill should be: slow down and shift to a lower gear before approaching the slope, keeping the gear in 1st or 2nd, and use engine braking to control the speed while adding light foot brake as assistance. Modern car engines are controlled by electronic sensors and controllers for fuel injection and ignition. When maintaining a certain speed and releasing the throttle without shifting to neutral or pressing the clutch, the engine will be driven by inertia, stopping fuel injection and ignition, thereby achieving fuel-saving effects.