Toyota Scion of Orlando explains how to drive a stick shift
- 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!
- 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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