Why is it difficult to engage reverse gear in a manual transmission?
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Difficulty engaging reverse gear in a manual transmission mainly stems from two reasons: the clutch pedal not being fully depressed and the gear teeth being misaligned. Below are specific methods for operating each gear: 1. 1st Gear: Push left then forward to engage, return along the same path to neutral. 2. 2nd Gear: Pull the gear lever left and downward to engage, return along the same path to neutral. 3. 3rd Gear: From neutral, push straight upward to engage, return along the same path to neutral. 4. 4th Gear: From neutral, push straight downward to engage, return along the same path to neutral. 5. 5th Gear: Push right then upward to engage, return along the same path to neutral. 6. Reverse Gear: Press down, pull left, and push forward to engage reverse, return along the same path to neutral.