What to Do When the Car Stalls During Hill Start?
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Stalling during a hill start is often caused by releasing the clutch too quickly when the handbrake is released. If the car stalls during a hill start, follow these steps: 1. Stay calm and handle the situation properly: If the car stalls while going uphill, remain calm, engage the handbrake, press the brake pedal, and control the car to prevent it from rolling backward. 2. Restart the car, shift into first gear, and fully depress the clutch: When restarting after a stall on a hill, shift into first gear and press the clutch all the way down. Then, slowly release the clutch to the semi-engaged state. At this point, hold the clutch steady and gently press the accelerator. When the car's front end lifts significantly, release the handbrake. Finally, fully release the clutch. The advantage of using first gear is that it provides sufficient power and reduces the likelihood of stalling. Maintain a speed of 5-10 km/h; going too fast can cause significant body vibration. 3. If the car slightly rolls backward the moment the handbrake is released, you can coordinate lightly lifting the clutch and gently pressing the accelerator to resolve the issue. Moreover, under normal circumstances, even if there is a slight rollback, the distance will not exceed the 30 cm required in driving tests.
