What to Do If the Car Stalls When Starting?
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When starting, be sure to slowly release the foot brake to allow the car to move forward gradually, which can generally prevent stalling. Here are specific techniques for starting a car: 1. While pressing the accelerator and slowly releasing the clutch, carefully listen to the sound of the engine. During clutch release, there are three distinct sounds: 'high-pitched,' 'steady,' and 'low-pitched.' The 'high-pitched' sound indicates a free travel distance of the clutch; during 'steady' and 'low-pitched' sounds, the speed of releasing the clutch must be slowed down. 2. For starting on flat roads or downhill, you can first release the handbrake, then press the accelerator and release the clutch. For uphill starts, the handbrake should only be released when the engine sound changes to 'steady,' otherwise, the car may roll backward. 3. On flat roads or downhill, a slight press on the accelerator is sufficient to start the car. For uphill starts, the amount of accelerator pressure depends on the steepness of the slope—the steeper the slope, the more pressure is needed. 4. At the moment of releasing the handbrake, momentarily hold the clutch (do not release it further) and apply more accelerator to prevent the car from shaking or becoming unstable. 5. If the car stalls during a downhill start and the slope is steep, you can directly shift to third gear without starting the engine, then release the brake to start. The car can automatically start as the wheel speed increases.
