What is the correct way to start a manual transmission car?

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Isabella
07/29/25 3:56am
Manual transmission car correct starting method is one step on, two gear, three turn on, four press, five release, six look, seven add. The specific steps are as follows: 1. One step on: After starting the car, press down the clutch pedal. 2. Two gear: Shift into first gear to provide optimal torque for starting and prevent unsuccessful starts. 3. Three turn on: Turn on the left turn signal to alert pedestrians and vehicles around to yield. 4. Four press: Press the horn twice to also alert people and vehicles around the car, as well as small animals resting under the car. 5. Five release: Release the handbrake. It is essential to develop a good habit of pulling up the handbrake promptly after parking during the initial learning process. 6. Six look: Check the situation in front of the car and around the rearview mirrors to determine if it is suitable to start. 7. Seven add: Gradually release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing the accelerator pedal. This step is the most challenging and requires repeated practice to master the technique.
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