5 Bad Habits That Can Ruin Your Car’s Manual Transmission

Clutch use is closely related to manual transmission failures.

Automatic transmissions are becoming increasingly popular among new car models sold in Spain. An example of this is British brand Mini, which announced at the IAA Mobility show in Munich that it will no longer include a manual transmission in any of its future cars.

The reality is that automatic transmissions still do not dominate the market, especially among older cars and mid- and low-priced cars. This component This can lead to quite costly breakdowns if maintenance is not performed properly.although the driver can also influence the useful life.

Proper use of gear shifting saves fuel and prevents damage to transmission and clutch components. Drivers can follow a number of tips to care for their manual transmission.

The hand on the lever is applying too much pressure

Placing your hand on the gearshift lever is a more than common gesture among drivers, but in many cases too much pressure is applied. This can create wear of intermediate parts, due to which, after a while, it becomes difficult to engage some gears or loss of accuracy.

Take care of your clutch and brake while driving.

A smooth ride is not only more comfortable for vehicle occupants, but also helps extend the life of the vehicle, especially components such as the transmission, clutch system and transmission connections. This involves adjusting the speed depending on the road and gradually braking, which indirectly will also save fuel.

When changing gears, fully depress the clutch.

Some drivers tend to press the clutch halfway when using a manual transmission, but experts and manufacturers recommend Tighten it fully when shifting into a new gear and release carefully. This simple practice will ensure smooth gear shifting and minimal gear wear.

Use the appropriate gear at each speed.

The gearbox is designed to gradually adapt to speed. Modern cars usually have six gears (some still have five) and these need to be adjusted while driving, although this can be annoying on long trips around town:

• First start and speed 15-20 km/h.
• Second or third at a speed of more than 30 km/h.
• Fourth between 40 and 50 km/h.
• Fifth above 50 km/h
• Sixth at 100 km/h.

Perform proper maintenance

The transmission is one of the vehicle components that requires the most maintenance, although it is worth it in the long run. This gear system wears out quite easily, so it is necessary to change the oil in accordance with the frequency specified by the manufacturer.

Oil will not only make the friction of parts smoother, but also acts as an indirect cooling mechanism for the entire system directing heat into the lubrication circuit.