1. Check that the handbrake is on.
2. Push the brake pedal down.
3. Push the clutch pedal down.
4. Select first gear.
5. Check your mirrors for traffic or other hazards.
6. Indicate to signal your intention to move off.
7. Release the brake pedal and gently push the accelerator pedal to appropriate engine revs. Appropriate engine revs will vary between vehicles but as a guide approximately 1500 revs should be adequate.
8. Bring the clutch pedal up to the 'friction point' and hold your feet still.
9. Check your mirrors again and look over your right shoulder to check that the road is clear (this is called a 'head check').
10. When the road is clear, release the handbrake as you gently release the clutch pedal and apply smooth acceleration to move off.
11.Cancel indicator (if required).
The conditions you practice in are important. It is recommended that you select a low-level traffic area to start and only move to heavier traffic areas when your confidence and ability improve.
2. Push the brake pedal down.
3. Push the clutch pedal down.
4. Select first gear.
5. Check your mirrors for traffic or other hazards.
6. Indicate to signal your intention to move off.
7. Release the brake pedal and gently push the accelerator pedal to appropriate engine revs. Appropriate engine revs will vary between vehicles but as a guide approximately 1500 revs should be adequate.
8. Bring the clutch pedal up to the 'friction point' and hold your feet still.
9. Check your mirrors again and look over your right shoulder to check that the road is clear (this is called a 'head check').
10. When the road is clear, release the handbrake as you gently release the clutch pedal and apply smooth acceleration to move off.
11.Cancel indicator (if required).
The conditions you practice in are important. It is recommended that you select a low-level traffic area to start and only move to heavier traffic areas when your confidence and ability improve.
