Should You Release the Clutch or the Brake First?

[DeReagan]

When starting a manual transmission car, you should partially release the clutch before releasing the brake. Starting a manual transmission car requires the following steps: 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, fully depress the clutch, and place your right foot on the accelerator. 3. When starting, slowly lift the clutch with your left foot to about halfway, and release the handbrake promptly when you feel the vehicle begin to vibrate. 4. Then lightly press the accelerator, and as the car starts to move forward, gradually release the clutch while adding a bit more throttle to successfully start. 5. Beginners should be especially careful when starting on a slope. If the handbrake is released too quickly while the clutch isn't lifted sufficiently, the car may roll back. The best method is to hold both the clutch and brake when starting (the handbrake is optional). Release the brake when the clutch is halfway lifted—the car will then be in a semi-clutch state and won't roll back. Simultaneously apply the throttle and slowly release the clutch to start successfully.