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Will this technique damage my cars transmission?

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Yes, it can damage your transmission if you do not do it properly.

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When do I need to use the fifth gear?

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On the highway, your highest gear is optimal. When merging onto another highway, downshifting is a good idea so that you can accelerate faster with the higher RPM.

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Will this damage my transmission?

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Not if you match the RPMs correctly. If the gears grind then you should just continue with the clutch.

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What do I do after getting to the highest gear?

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You just drive. The different gears are related to how fast you are going. Once you reach the highest gear (5th or 6th), you are approaching your car's top speed, so there is no need for a higher gear.

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If my clutch is mounted to the rear of a torque converter, can I move off without the clutch?

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A manual transmission car does not have a torque converter. A torque converter is used in an automatic transmission so the transmission can shift gears without the driver needing to do anything.

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How can I change gears without "lugging" the car?

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Start in first and don't shift up until you hear your RPM getting high for your current gear. Don't skip gears, and you will not lug the engine.

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How do I know that a car needs a gear when driving?

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You will be able to hear it. When you hear your engine start to make a higher noise, the RPM is getting too high for your current gear, and you will need to shift to the next gear up.

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Can I move off without the clutch?

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You must always use the clutch when beginning to move. Not doing so will grind gears and likely stall your car.

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Can I switch to neutral gear without stepping on the clucth?

David DeSalvo

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Yes, by using the same procedure to shift without the clutch. The procedure above will not work if you are stopped (e.g. at a red light).

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Is it safe to do this every time I drive?

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No, you can damage your car's transmission doing this every time. Use this method only when clutch is broken. Drive safely.

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