Why Can't You Start the Car in Gear?
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If you fully depress the clutch, starting the car in gear won't cause any damage to the vehicle. However, if you don't press the clutch or fail to control the half-clutch position accurately, directly starting the engine can easily damage the engine and brake components. It may also cause the vehicle to lurch forward, increasing the risk of accidents. When starting on a steep slope, engaging first gear beforehand prevents the vehicle from rolling backward, but you still need to depress the clutch while starting. Here's some additional information: 1. Ignition: The ignition switch of a motor vehicle controls the ignition system, allowing you to freely turn on or off the main circuit of the ignition coil. Ignition methods include mechanical key ignition, remote start ignition, and push-button start ignition. Different vehicle models may have varying ignition methods, so it's important to use the appropriate ignition switch based on your vehicle's specifications. 2. Clutch Operation: When starting in neutral gear without pressing the clutch, the clutch remains engaged with the transmission. The engine's power is directly transmitted to the transmission, but since the vehicle is in neutral, no power is delivered to the wheels. Therefore, starting in neutral without pressing the clutch is safe. However, if you attempt to start the car while in gear without pressing the clutch, the engine's power remains connected to the transmission, causing the vehicle to lurch forward suddenly, which is dangerous. Therefore, when driving a manual transmission vehicle, it's essential to develop the habit of ensuring the gear is in neutral by shaking the gear lever left and right and always pressing the clutch before starting the engine.
