What Are the Three Pedals in a Manual Transmission?
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Manual transmission vehicles have three pedals: the clutch, brake, and accelerator. The functions of the clutch are: 1. Gradually increasing the driving force to ensure smooth vehicle starting; 2. Temporarily separating the engine and transmission for gear shifting; 3. Preventing overload in the drivetrain; 4. Reducing torsional vibration impacts from the engine to prolong the lifespan of transmission gears. The brake is used to reduce speed or bring the vehicle to a stop. Its working principle involves converting the kinetic energy of the moving vehicle into heat through friction between the brake pads and drums, as well as between the tires and the ground, thereby slowing down or stopping the vehicle. The accelerator is used to increase the vehicle's speed.