Will the Engine Stall When Lightly Braking in First Gear Without Depressing the Clutch?

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VonSteven
07/30/25 12:27am
Lightly braking in first gear does not require depressing the clutch, but heavy braking can cause the engine to stall, so the clutch needs to be depressed to disengage the power. Light braking refers to gently pressing the brake pedal, usually to reduce speed, and it will not cause the engine to stall even without depressing the clutch, so there is no need to press the clutch. The reasons for brake noise without pressing the brake are as follows: 1. Using inferior or overly hard brake pads: If inferior or overly hard brake pads are used, they may produce a squeaking noise when rubbing against the brake disc during braking. Therefore, it is essential to use high-quality brake pads when replacing them. 2. Sand or foreign objects between the brake pads and brake disc: During normal driving, it is inevitable to pass through some complex road conditions. Due to the unique design of disc brakes, some sand or foreign objects may get between the brake pads and brake disc, which can also cause noise during braking.
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