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In a manual car what gear do you go uphill?

The correct gear for going uphill in a manual car depends on the steepness of the hill and the power of the engine. In general, you will want to use a lower gear for steeper hills and a higher gear for gentler slopes.

To determine the best gear, start by going uphill in a higher gear. If the engine starts to struggle or lug, downshift to a lower gear. You should be able to go up the hill without the engine revving too high or bogging down.

Here are some tips for going uphill in a manual car:

* Start in a low gear. This will help you to get enough traction and avoid stalling.

* Shift gears smoothly. Avoid jerking the gearshift lever, as this can damage the transmission.

* Use the clutch smoothly. Avoid slipping the clutch, as this can wear out the clutch disc prematurely.

* Accelerate gradually. Avoid flooring the gas pedal, as this can cause the wheels to spin.

* Keep the car in a low gear until you reach the top of the hill. This will help to prevent the car from rolling backwards.

* If the hill is very steep, you may need to use the handbrake to help you stop.

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