Should You Press the Clutch or Brake First When Braking in a Manual Transmission Car?
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When braking in a manual transmission car, you should press the brake first. Press the clutch pedal when the speed decreases and is about to stop, to prevent the engine from stalling. In emergency situations requiring an immediate stop, press both the clutch and brake simultaneously. In such cases, it's advisable to use intermittent braking (pump the brakes), where higher and longer frequency of pressing is more effective in preventing rollovers. The correct sequence for stopping a manual transmission car: 1. Turn on the right or left turn signal; 2. Lightly press the brake to reduce speed and observe the right rearview mirror while driving to the right; 3. Press the clutch pedal when the speed is relatively low, paying attention to the surrounding distance when stopping; 4. After the car comes to a complete stop, shift to neutral, turn off the turn signal, engage the handbrake, and turn off the engine.