Why Can't a Manual Transmission Car Climb the Slope When Exiting an Underground Garage?
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When a manual transmission car struggles to climb the slope while exiting an underground garage, it is primarily due to the significant resistance during uphill driving and the backward gravitational force acting on the vehicle. If the gear is set too high during this process, the car will find it difficult to climb. Precautions for driving uphill: Manual start: Begin by selecting 1st gear. If starting on a slope or inclined surface, engage the handbrake start. After shifting into first gear, gently release the clutch to the engagement point and then disengage the handbrake. Simultaneously, use the other foot to press the accelerator to reduce the starting time. Gear shifting while driving: Once the tires are moving normally, shift to 2nd gear. Shift to 3rd gear at 30 mph, 4th gear at 40 mph, and so on. When shifting between 2nd and 3rd gears, slowly lift the clutch to avoid abrupt movements, which can cause jerking or even stalling. Uphill start: For starting on a slope, gently release the clutch with one foot while slowly releasing the brake with the other foot. Then quickly press the accelerator to the floor and simultaneously release the clutch gradually to start climbing the slope smoothly. Precautions for parking: Garage parking: Turn the steering wheel fully toward the parking space to position the car at an angle, then reverse into the spot. Parallel parking: First, turn the steering wheel fully to the right and reverse until about one-third of the space is left, then turn the wheel to the left to align the car properly.