Which Gear Should Be Used for Push-Starting a Car?

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When push-starting a car, use 1st or 2nd gear. The method for push-starting a car is as follows: 1. Before pushing the car, turn the key to the ON position to power the vehicle, but do not manually turn the key to start the engine; 2. Press the clutch and engage 1st or 2nd gear; 3. Once the pushing speed reaches about 10 km/h, release the clutch while simultaneously applying throttle to assist; 4. When there are signs of the engine starting accompanied by operational sounds, quickly press the clutch, shift to neutral, and control the throttle to complete the start. Automatic transmission cars cannot be push-started because, without power, the automatic transmission cannot engage gears, making push-starting impossible. If an automatic car has no power, you can jump-start the engine instead.