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... SPRITE Third and top gears are engaged by employing the same procedure as that given for engaging second. Changing down is an exact reversal of the method outlined for changing up, except that the accelerator must be kept depressed whilst the gear is being changed, in order to speed up the engine in accordance with the lower gear. Do not change gear rapidly or forcibly. Always move the lever with a smooth deliberate action that will allow the synchromesh mechanism to operate properly. To stop the vehicle, release the accelerator, apply the footbrake and depress the clutch pedal before the vehicle comes to a standstill. After applying the handbrake and moving the gear lever into neutral, release the clutch and footbrake. When in reverse, which must only be engaged when the vehicle is stationary, remember that the gearing is lower than first gear. Consequently release the clutch slowly until the vehicle just begins to move, and then gently depress the accelerator to give the speed desired. Do not slip the clutch instead of using the handbrake when tem porarily halted on an ascent and do not allow the weight of the foot to be taken by the clutch pedal when it is not being used, as either practice will result in excessive clutch wear. Before descending a steep hill it is advisable to engage an inter mediate or low gear. The engine will then provide a ...