Vehicle Controls
What is the primary purpose of the clutch pedal in a manual vehicle?
South African learner's licence practice question. Difficulty: medium.
Answer: The clutch disconnects the engine from the gearbox so you can change gears smoothly without damaging the transmission.
- A. To accelerate the vehicle
- B. To brake the vehicle
- C. To engage or disengage the engine from the gearbox when changing gear - correct
- D. To start the engine
Explanation
The clutch disconnects the engine from the gearbox so you can change gears smoothly without damaging the transmission.
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