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Old November 12th 04, 04:34 PM
Paris
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Could someone explain to me why is it good for the engine to keep the
clutch pedal pressed while waiting at traffic lights?

Or is it completely wrong?

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Old November 12th 04, 05:53 PM
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"Paris" > wrote in message
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> Could someone explain to me why is it good for the engine to keep the
> clutch pedal pressed while waiting at traffic lights?


Well, it's better than keeping your foot on the brake and dazzling the
driver behind you which is what a lot of people do! AFAIK you should keep
your foot off the clutch at all times except when changing gear.


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Old November 12th 04, 06:51 PM
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Paris wrote:

> Could someone explain to me why is it good for the engine to keep the
> clutch pedal pressed while waiting at traffic lights?
>
> Or is it completely wrong?


It is completely wrong IMO. When stopped you should apply handbrake and
select neutral.
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Old November 13th 04, 02:59 AM
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"Paris" > wrote in message
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> Could someone explain to me why is it good for the engine to keep the
> clutch pedal pressed while waiting at traffic lights?
>
> Or is it completely wrong?
>
> TIA
> Paris
> A147 1.6TS 120BHP


It's not good practice.

It will wear out your release bearing faster than is necessary and if you
have the footbrake pressed as well, you will dazzle drivers behind, as well
as warping your brake discs with your hot pads.


 




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