What are the mnemonic rhymes for beginners practicing manual transmission driving?

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DeJeffrey
07/24/25 5:25pm
Before starting, sit firmly and check the dashboard accurately. Ensure stable oil pressure and voltage, and remember to adjust the rearview mirrors correctly. Turn the key while pressing the accelerator, coordinating hands and feet tightly. Press the clutch to engage reverse gear, release the handbrake, and look backward. Gently press the accelerator while slowly releasing the clutch for a smooth start without stalling. Turn the steering wheel quickly when the car body exits the garage, aligning the rear direction correctly. Straighten the car body and quickly return the wheel, pressing the clutch and brake steadily. Pay attention when moving and reversing in the garage, observing the width carefully. Explanation of mnemonic rhymes for beginners practicing manual transmission driving: 1. Three things before driving: adjust the seat distance and steering wheel height; adjust the three rearview mirrors; fasten the seatbelt. 2. Starting response: press the clutch and foot brake, release the handbrake, check if the gear is in neutral, ignite, engage first gear, release the foot brake, slowly lift the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator until the car starts, then fully release the clutch. 3. Gear shifting response: release the accelerator while pressing the clutch to the bottom, shift to the gear matching the speed, lift the clutch at an appropriate speed according to the gear level while gently pressing the accelerator; the response for upshifting and downshifting is the same. 4. Braking response: press the brake with appropriate force, and press the clutch to the bottom before the car completely stops. Parking response: after the car completely stops, shift to neutral, pull the handbrake, release the foot brake, lift the clutch, and turn off the engine.
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