Originally Posted by houstondan
Originally Posted by James Sonne
You can start in any gear you want to start in. I've started my car in third gear from a dead stop. You just have to feather the clutch more.
It makes the take off far smoother because the gear ratio is lower.
I believe that there is a TSB out about the 1st to 2nd gear shifting deal, though. Might want to ask your dealership
all true but remember, all that "feathering" is wearing the clutch out faster.
dan
I think the owner's manual specifically states not to start in 3rd gear.