What is the pedal sequence for a manual transmission car?
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The three pedals from left to right are the clutch, brake, and accelerator. When driving, press the clutch pedal all the way down before shifting gears; otherwise, it will accelerate the wear of the clutch disc. The brake pedal is higher than the accelerator, a design intended to prevent accidents caused by mistakenly stepping on the wrong pedal. Avoid slamming on the brakes unless in an emergency; instead, gently press the brake pedal to gradually reduce speed, ensuring a more comfortable ride for passengers. Below are detailed descriptions of the three pedals: 1. Press the left clutch pedal to disconnect the engine's power from the transmission. The car will not move when the transmission is in gear. Release the left clutch pedal to transmit the engine's power to the transmission. 2. Press the middle brake pedal, and the brake master cylinder sends pressurized brake fluid to the wheel cylinders, slowing or stopping the rotation of the car's tires. Release the middle brake pedal to disengage the brake, allowing the tires to rotate smoothly. 3. Press the right accelerator pedal to increase the fuel supply to the running engine, causing the engine speed to rise with the increased fuel. Release the left accelerator pedal to reduce the fuel supply to the running engine, causing the engine speed to drop with the decreased fuel.