When making a normal stop in a vehicle with a manual transmission and air brakes, what is the correct technique regarding the clutch?
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Regulation
AAMVA CDL Manual, Section 5, subsection 5.4.1 (Normal Stops), pp. 5-7 to 5-8
Why This Matters
Timing the clutch correctly during a stop keeps the engine contributing to deceleration and keeps the driver in full control of gear selection for the next move, whether that's pulling away again or staying stopped. It's a small habit that separates smooth, controlled stops from jerky ones that unsettle cargo or passengers.