Important things to keep in mind when driving stick?

Question

important things to keep in mind when driving stick?

Answer 1

*Don't ride the clutch.  

*Anytime you are stopped or slowing down rapidly (ie stopsign/light) make sure you put the clutch in first, before you stop.  

*Never try to switch gears without the clutch in.  

*Don't use your cell while driving unless you have a bluetooth headset.  Very dangerous, being that you only have one hand to steer and shift.

Answer 2

when coming to a stop make sure the clutch is pushed in,otherwise you will kill the engine,and when starting up the vehicle push the clutch in,otherwise the vehicle will jump ahead possibly creating an accident where you r at fault,or if it's a newer vehicle the vehicle will not start because of a safety switch which prevents the problem I already mentioned above-jumping

Answer 3

Jake Brakes!

Answer 4

To those who claim it to be a pain when in traffic, it has proven to be just the opposite.  It has proven to be a stress reliever as well as good exercise for your right arm.  You feel you have more control over the car.  Gas mileage is better as you can anticipate changes in the road as opposed to an Automatic that adjusts in real time.  Gives any car that has manual transmission a sportier feel to it.  Don't have to worry about the transmission fluid obviously but every 50K miles, you should get the clutch tightened (adjusted).  When not going a constant speed on the freeway, a cell phone can be dangerous as you need one hand to steer and one to shift.  So Bluetooth might be an added cost if you like being on the cell phone a lot while driving a stick.

Answer 5

Clutch is one thing that I've learn to fulfill my yearnings and can drive properly with. Good question anyway, so my answer's:

1. When starting, push the clutch and hold it down whilst starting.

2. Learn to coordinate in between your clutch, brakes and accelerator. All you need is a series of practice.

3. Practice your left-hand-on-the-gearstick (Right-Hand Drive) and on the steering coordination. This helps you to manoeuvre the vehicle properly.

4. Learn gear shifting, so as not to be confused. Importantly, eyes have to be on the road most of the times, so your hands have to be your "eyes of the gear level".

5. If you're driving fast, just like me, you'll find lower gears a pulling factor to your driving, and higher gears a push-factor.

- Finally, practise, practise and practise! I prefected my driving, even now going to the stage of learning skilled manual driving (heel-and-toe, double-clutching, drifting)! You can too!

Answer 6

learn to use the clutch and stick well before you go in traffic. this should take about 20 minutes

Answer 7

remember that your driving standard....

Answer 8

The brakes

Answer 9

Most important thing is finding a slope to practice on.  Learn at what point your clutch engages.  Knowing where to release the clutch to and what rpm you should be at then let the clutch out the rest of the way.  Don't wait to learn when someones behind you on a hill.

Answer 10

You can use your hand break when driving on hills.  When driving in San Francisco, its a "must".

Answer 11

Always check to make sure your in first gear before you try to start.

Always use the clutch when braking.

A good rule for beginners is to change to second gear at 10 mph, to third at 25 mph, fourth at 35 mph, and fifth at 40 or 45 mph.

When trying to start the car watch the RPM's in the beginning. When the RPM is between 1 and 2 go ahead and let off your clutch slowly and on to the gas more. You shouldn't stall if you watch your RPM's.

If you're wanting to go fast, wait longer to shift.

Answer 12

Make sure the parking brake is engaged and the car is on a flat surface in an area where you have plenty of room.

When you park your car, leave it in gear and set the parking brake. That way, it won't start rolling as soon as you put it in neutral to start again.

You'll know you're in the right gear for your speed if the engine is running smoothly. If it's coughing and sputtering, shift to a lower gear. If the engine noise pitch is too high, shift to a higher gear.

Avoid coasting with the clutch all the way down (called "riding the clutch"), as this will cause needless wear and tear on the clutch. When stopped at a traffic light, put the gearshift into the neutral position and release the clutch rather than sitting with the clutch engaged.

The best way to start out is to find a patient friend or relative who knows how to drive a stick shift, and practice with him or her in a large, empty parking lot where you can practice safely.

Repeated jerking, stalling, grinding, lurching and similar mishaps can wear on the clutch assembly. Be kind to your car, ask for help if you're having difficulty learning.