How to drive a manual transmissionOr a simple gear for beginners

Understand the basics of manual transmission Manual gear or gearbox is a type of power that the driver has to change the gear by hand. By using the gear itch on the car floorBeside the seat Changing gears will help adjust the speed and torque of the engine to suit the driving condition. Learn the […]

1. Understand the basics of manual transmission
   Manual gear or gearbox is a type of power that the driver has to change the gear by hand.
   By using the gear itch on the car floorBeside the seat
   Changing gears will help adjust the speed and torque of the engine to suit the driving condition.

   

2. Learn the use of clutch
   The clutch is a device that helps to connect and cut the power between the engine and gear.
   When stepping on the clutchThe force from the engine will be cut from the gear.
   Makes it easier to change gears in general
   The clutch is on the left side of the brake pedal

   

3. Start with gear 1
   When you start drivingTo step on the clutch to the endAnd then start the engine
   Then slowly release the clutch and gently step on the accelerator.
   The car will start moving forward in the gear 1

   

4. Change the gear when necessary
   When the speed of the car increasesChange the gear up by stepping on the clutch to the end.
   And then move the gear itch to the next gear, then gradually
   Release the clutch to send power to the wheel

5. Change to low gear when necessary. When the speed of the car decreases
   Change the gear down by stepping on the clutch to the end.Then swaying the gear lever to the lower gear
   Then gradually
   Leaving the clutch up, providing a slightly higher engine cycle so that the car does not jerk

6. Practice changing gears fluently
   Driving a manual transmission to get out quicklyShould practice changing gears fluently
   In order not to jerk the car until losing speed or causing the engine to turn off
   You can practice by driving slowly.In a safe and gradual area
   Speed when you get used to the gear change

7. Regular car maintenance
   Regular car maintenance will help extend the lifetime of the manual transmission.
   Such as checking the gear oil level and changing gear oil according to the specified distance
   In addition, should drive carefully to avoid the wear of the gear system.