Hello, I recently bought a new 2022 Toyota Corolla Hatchback SE 2.0L 6MT... I have been driving manual transmission for a long time... the car only has 100 miles on it so far. Today I accidently put the car in 3rd gear instead of 1st to start off... as I slowly let out of the clutch while accelerating the car stopped abruptly with a super loud bang but did not stall. I'm hoping I didn't damage the transmission... the car still drives normal in all gears with no adnormal sounds...do you think I caused any internal damage? Thanks
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Most likely, No.
Manual gearboxes are built to handle these kinds of things.
Yes, you did irreparable damage to your car. Just kidding.
You’ll most likely be fine. I messed up shifting a few times when I first got my 1999 Honda Accord MT, 20+ years ago. And it’s fine 20+ years later.
Just don’t do it again.
I accidently put the car in 3rd gear instead of 1st to start off...
do you think I caused any internal damage?
No harm but if you continuoe doing so, the clutch will wear out.
Today I accidently put the car in 3rd gear instead of 1st to start off.
When similar thing happens to me, I switch in correct gear immediately.
