Did you know that most of our new Scion in Orlando offer the option of an automatic or manual transmission? This way, you can choose your driving experience and how much control you want over your new Scion. Many people opt for the automatic transmission. If you want a manual transmission in your new Scion, you have to first learn how drive a stick shift.
Toyota Scion of Orlando explains how to drive a stick shift
Do you know how to drive a stick shift? If not, you might want to learn, as you never know when you may need this skill. Plus, you may even want an Orlando Scion with a manual transmission once you try it! This is why our Scion dealership is explaining how to drive a stick shift. But, first here are some quick tips to keep in mind:
- Learning to how to drive a stick shift isn't easy – start practicing in an empty lot before hitting the streets
- New Scion with stick shift have three pedals – the gas, brakes, and clutch
- The emergency brake should always be pulled when parked – even when parked on a flat surface
- Take your foot completely off the clutch when you're not using it – even a little pressure from your foot can strip it
- Different vehicles have altered shift patterns – get to know the pattern on the shifter of your Orlando Scion, so you don't have to look down while driving
- You're car is bound to stall when learning how to drive a stick shift – keep calm and start again
Find out how to drive a stick shift with these steps!
Of course, you can’t learn how to drive a stick shift by just reading directions from our Toyota Scion dealership; however, it’s a great start! We’re sharing detailed directions that can help you once you decide to get behind the wheel of a new Scion in Orlando with a manual transmission.
- You can't just get in the driver's seat and turn the key. You need to first hold down the clutch and put your car into neutral.
- Once your new Scion is on, push the brake pedal all the way down, and put your car into first gear. Then, turn off the emergency brakes.
- To start moving, take your foot off the brakes. Slowly hit the acceleration while taking your left foot off the clutch at the exact same time.
- Once you start to speed up, it's time to shift gears. To do so, you must take your foot completely off the acceleration and press the clutch as you shift up. Then, take your foot off the clutch gently and hit the acceleration at the same time.
- To slow down, take your foot off the acceleration, hit the brakes, and downshift as your start to slow down. Once you get below 10 mpg, you can put the car into neutral.
Now, it's time to try it for yourself. You can't learn how to drive a stick shift without trying it!
Want to know more about our Scion cars in Orlando? Stop by 3575 Vineland Rd. in Huntersville. You can also give us a call at (888) 725-3520 to set up an appointment to take a test drive!
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