Why Can't the Manual Transmission Car Key Be Pulled Out?
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Manual transmission car keys cannot be pulled out due to: a malfunctioning ignition switch; or the steering wheel being locked left or right, jamming the ignition switch lock tongue. Precautions for vehicle startup: Manual transmission cars do not have a P gear. When starting the engine of a manual transmission car, you must shift into neutral and depress the clutch pedal to start the engine. For automatic transmission cars, before starting the engine, always ensure the gear is in P position and depress the brake pedal, otherwise the engine cannot be started. Precautions for driving: Pay close attention to traffic signals while driving. Be mindful of intersections, crosswalks, stop lines, etc., and increase the following distance, especially when behind large vehicles.
Last time I drove a manual transmission car, I couldn't pull out the key and it really stressed me out. Upon closer inspection, I realized the gear wasn't in neutral position. Manual transmissions have a safety mechanism designed this way: if you try to remove the key while in gear, the car might accidentally roll and hit something, so the system locks the key to prevent removal. Since then, I've developed a habit - before parking, I make sure to shift back to neutral, engage the handbrake, turn off the engine, and then remove the key. The steering wheel lock can also cause trouble: when the steering wheel jams the key position, just gently turning it slightly can release the lock. Additionally, when the keyhole accumulates dust or has foreign objects, it's prone to getting stuck. You can use pencil graphite for lubrication but avoid oil as it attracts dirt. Friends who frequently encounter this issue can try regular maintenance of the lock system to prevent rust and jamming. After all, safety comes first - neglecting small details can lead to big accidents. I recommend everyone to be careful when parking and not be careless.
