| Smart Pedal Habits: Clutch and Brake Tips |
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| Avoid resting your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. "Riding the clutch" creates extra friction and speeds up wear on the clutch. |
| To help your clutch last longer, keep these simple do's and don'ts in mind: 1) Pause for a second or two between gears so the transmission can synchronize better. 2) Don't hold the car on a hill with the clutch—use the brakes instead. 3) Don't over-rev the engine before letting out the clutch. 4) Let the clutch out smoothly when pulling away from a stop. |