What happens if you release the clutch and then step on the brake?
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If you step on the brake while in gear, the engine will stall. If in neutral, stepping on the brake has no effect. Below are the relevant explanations: 1. At low speeds: For a manual transmission car, if the car is stationary and you press the brake fully without disengaging the clutch, the engine cannot drive the car, causing the crankshaft to stop moving and the engine to stall. While moving, as long as the car's speed is higher than the speed corresponding to the engine idle speed at the current transmission gear ratio, the car will not stall. 2. At high speeds: When decelerating, if the speed is above 40, it is advisable to brake while in gear (this effectively utilizes the engine's resistance to decelerate, reduces brake pad wear, and avoids clutch wear). After the speed drops below 40, you can then press the clutch to shift to neutral or engage a suitable lower gear.