Should the clutch be released gradually after shifting gears?

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Darren
07/30/25 6:08am
The speed of releasing the clutch is related to the driving conditions. Generally, when the vehicle is at low speed (such as starting or shifting from first to second gear), the clutch should be released slowly. When the vehicle reaches a certain speed (such as shifting from second to third gear or third to fourth gear), the clutch can be released quickly. Here is some additional information: 1. Clutch: The clutch is located in the flywheel housing between the engine and the transmission. The clutch assembly is fixed to the rear plane of the flywheel with screws, and the output shaft of the clutch is the input shaft of the transmission. During driving, the driver can press or release the clutch pedal as needed to temporarily disconnect or gradually engage the engine and transmission, thereby cutting off or transmitting the power from the engine to the transmission. 2. Precautions for shifting gears: Avoid looking down at the gear lever when shifting; Avoid driving in low gear for a long time; Avoid the vehicle deviating from the direction when shifting; Avoid shifting into reverse before the vehicle comes to a complete stop; Avoid skipping gears when shifting; Avoid shaking the gear lever back and forth after moving it to the neutral position.
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