Should You Press the Brake When Starting a Manual Transmission Car?

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When to press the brake when starting a manual transmission car: On flat ground, it's not necessary, but when starting on a slope, it's best to press the brake: 1. Adjust the seat before starting the car to ensure your feet can firmly and comfortably press the clutch, brake, and accelerator; 2. For a manual transmission car, shift into first gear when starting, press the clutch all the way down, and place your right foot on the accelerator ready to go; 3. When starting, slowly lift the clutch with your left foot to about halfway, and when you feel the car start to shake, release the handbrake promptly, then gently tap the accelerator. As the car starts to move forward, slowly release the clutch and add a bit more accelerator to successfully start; 4. Pay special attention when starting on a slope. If the handbrake is released too quickly and the clutch isn't lifted enough, the car can easily roll back.