Should You Press the Clutch When Starting a Car?
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When starting a car, pressing the clutch can prevent the vehicle from suddenly lurching forward and causing an accident. The functions of the clutch are: 1. Gradually increasing the driving force to ensure a smooth start; 2. Temporarily separating the engine and transmission for gear shifting; 3. Preventing overload in the transmission system; 4. Reducing torsional vibration impacts from the engine, thereby extending the lifespan of transmission gears. The working principle of the clutch is: 1. When the inner race is fixed, the outer race can rotate freely in the clockwise direction without locking the wedge block; 2. When the outer race rotates counterclockwise, the wedge block locks, preventing the outer race from rotating. Severe clutch wear can lead to: 1. Slipping and insufficient power; 2. Difficulty starting the car or ignition problems; 3. Poor climbing performance and increased fuel consumption.