What are the steps to slow down a car?
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Steps to slow down a car: For automatic transmission models, simply release the accelerator and then press the brake pedal to decelerate. Manual transmission models are more complex, requiring coordination of the brake and clutch based on engine speed and vehicle speed to slow down. In emergency situations where the vehicle needs to be stopped within a short distance and quickly, do not consider engine braking; instead, press both the clutch and brake pedals fully at once. After decelerating and before accelerating again, follow the principle of quickly pressing and slowly releasing the clutch. Quickly pressing the clutch cuts off engine power promptly, allowing the vehicle to decelerate, while slowly releasing it ensures smoother engine power output, reducing jerks when the clutch engages.