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	Manual Transmission - Wikicars (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		Contemporary automotive manual transmissions are generally available with four to six forward gears and one reverse gear, although manual transmissions have been built with as few as 2 and as many as 7 gears.
		Manual transmissions come in two basic types: simple unsynchronized systems, where gears are spinning freely and their relative speeds must be synchronized by the operator to avoid noisy and damaging "clashing" and "grinding" when trying to mesh the rotating teeth; and synchronized systems, which eliminate this necessity while changing gears.
		Manual transmissions are typically compared to automatic transmissions, as the two represent the majority of options available to the typical consumer.
	wikicars.org /en/Manual_transmission (6730 words)

	Transmission (mechanics) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Most transmissions and gears used in automotive and truck applications are contained in a cast iron case, though sometimes aluminum is used for lower weight.
		Manual transmissions come in two basic types: a simple unsynchronized system where gears are spinning freely and must be synchronized by the operator to avoid noisy and damaging "gear clash", and synchronized systems that will automatically "mesh" while changing gears.
		In the past, automatic transmissions of this type have had a number of problems, they were complex and expensive, and sometimes had reliability problems (which sometimes caused more expense in repair), and often have been less fuel-efficient than their manual counterparts.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gearbox (1680 words)

	Articles - Manual transmission (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		Manual transmissions are characterized by gear ratios that are selectable by engaging pairs of gears inside the transmission.
		Manual transmissions come in two basic types: simple unsynchronized systems, where gears are spinning freely and their relative speeds must be synchronized by the operator to avoid noisy and damaging "clashing" and "grinding" when trying to mesh the rotating teeth; and synchronized systems, which eliminate this necessity while changing gears.
		Sequential transmissions are generally controlled by a forward-backward lever, foot pedal, or set of paddles mounted behind the steering wheel.
	www.seekj.com /articles/Manual_transmission (5714 words)

	The Chrysler automatically shifted manual transmission (dual-clutch automatic)
		Chrysler designed an automatically operated manual transmission, reportedly was for trucks and minivans; these have been tried before - Mercedes, for example, had a troublesome system in the past - but never successfully applied to light-duty vehicles, and never with the degree of sophistication and cleverness being applied by Chrysler engineers.
		The transmission is expected to deliver a fuel economy improvement of up to six percent, based on preliminary testing.
		October 15, 2002: control of a dual clutch (manual) transmission, where the first clutch acts to transmit torque to the first driven gear, and the second clutch transmits torque to the second driven gear.
	www.allpar.com /corporate/auto-manual-transmission.html (1179 words)

	automobile transmission, Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, Advantages of Manual Transmission, Disadvantages ...
		In the type of manual transmission which is available in the country one has to move to the higher gear if one wants to pick up speed and has to do the reverse if he or she needs to slow down.
		The manual transmissions which are available to the country come with four to five gears with one reverse gear.
		Driving a car with manual transmission requires greater degree of skill and application, an inexperienced driver could have his hands full while driving as he has to multi task and concentrate on a lot of things simultaneously.
	automobileindia.com /automobile-industry/automobile-transmission.html (619 words)

	Follow-Up Test: 2002 Toyota MR2 Spyder (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		The reason that it is called sequential is that the transmission only allows upshifting or downshifting one gear at a time; a driver cannot go from first to fifth, as would be possible with a regular manual transmission.
		During shifts, the SMT takes control of the throttle (the throttle is electronically controlled and does not have a cable connection to the pedal).
		The regular five-speed manual car we had in the comparison test was more than a second quicker; it did 0-to-60 mph in 7.4 seconds and the quarter-mile in 15.6 seconds at 87.2 mph.
	www.edmunds.com /apps/vdpcontainers/do/vdp/articleId=48985/pageNumber=1?synpartner=edmunds&pageurl=www.edmunds.com/reviews/roadtests/spin/48985/article.html (1478 words)

	Howstuffworks "How Sequential Gearboxes Work"
		If you have read the HowStuffWorks article How Manual Transmissions Work, then you understand the inner workings of a typical manual transmission, and you know why manual transmissions use the standard "H" pattern in the shifter.
		This type of transmission is called a sequential gearbox or a sequential manual transmission.
		In this article, you will learn how a sequential manual transmission works and why this type of transmission is now appearing on so many high-performance vehicles.
	auto.howstuffworks.com /sequential-gearbox.htm (266 words)

	Sports Vehicle Encyclopedia: BMW M3 (E90)
		Hooked up to the rear wheels via a 6-speed SMG (sequential manual gearbox).
		The tachometer’s advanced servo-motor operation is revised to keep pace with the M3 engine’s rapid rate of acceleration.
		In M3's equipped with the Sequential Manual Gearbox, once the engine is warm, these LEDs illuminate progressively as engine revs climb, helping the driver shift right at the redline.
	www.diseno-art.com /encyclopedia/vehicles/road/cars/bmw_m3.html (376 words)

	cars.com: New BMW Buying Guide \| BMW Prices
		Offered in standard- and extended-wheelbase forms, the appearance of the 7 Series was updated last year and a new, larger V-8 was installed in the 750 model, which took the place of the previous 745.
		A conventional six-speed manual transmission is also available for 2007.
		BMW says the rear-wheel-drive M5 has "supercar handling" — though it's also promoted for "outstanding everyday driving qualities." When equipped with a seven-speed sequential manual transmission, the M5 can accelerate from a standstill to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and can reach 120 mph in 15 seconds.
	research.cars.com /go/crp/buyingGuides/Story.jsp?year=New&story=BMW§ion=makes&subject=makes&aff= (1633 words)

	Motorcycle Protective Gear (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		" Cars with manual transmissions can be started when the battery is dead by pushing the car into motion (or allowing it to roll down a hill) and then engaging the clutch in third or second gear.
		In a similar way, manually changing the sprockets on a motorcycle can change the characteristics of acceleration and top speed by modifying the final drive gear ratio.
		First Gear Motorcycle Apparel In the case of tanks the engine-driven toothed-wheel transmitting motion to the tracks is known as the and may be positioned at the front or back of the vehicle, or in some cases, both.
	www.my-motorcycle-gear.com /motorcycle-protective-gear_9.html (1317 words)

	2004 Acura TL Review \| AutoSite New Car Reviews (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		However, buyers can select a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission with short throws, multi-cone synchronizers, and a helical-type limited slip differential that keeps the 235/45R17 tires from spinning helplessly.
		Slurping premium unleaded, the Acura TL is rated to achieve 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway, regardless of which transmission is selected.
		Combine this herky-jerky performance with the manual transmission’s vague gates and a need for the driver to anchor herself to the steering wheel while bracing legs on the dash and door panels due to insufficient lateral seat bolstering, and the Acura TL is a real handful.
	www.aicautosite.com /Reviews/2004-acura-tl.asp (2707 words)

	2007 Acura RDX From Chapman Acura Tucson Arizona, A Tucson Acura RDX Dealer Serving Phoenix, Scottsdale & Tucson
		The electronically controlled drive-by-wire throttle and transmission work together to execute shifts, resulting in exceptionally quick and smooth gear changes.
		The transmission can function as a conventional automatic transmission or, at the driver's option, can be shifted manually via steering-wheel-mounted paddles.
		When the transmission is placed in reverse, the Navigation screen displays the image from a rearview camera to make parking easier.
	www.2007acurardx.com /2007_RDX_features.asp (1324 words)

	Vulkan Mini Chopper
		Covered in all chrome fenders and a chrome V-Twin engine cover, the Vulkan mini motorcycle will turn heads everywhere you go.
		Flick the shifter and select any of the four gears in its sequential manual transmission.
		The throaty exhaust of the 4-stroke engine compliments the attitude of this motorcycle perfectly.
	www.minipocketrockets.com /vulkan-mini-chopper (319 words)

	Toyota MR2 Parts - Toyota Parts Catalog
		In addition to the 5-speed manual transaxle, a sequential manual transmission controllable from the steering wheel was also available.
		ZZW30 is probably the best-handling MR2 model and for example Tiff Needell, a very experienced race driver and the former host of the BBC TV show Top Gear praised the handling of the ZZW30.
		The MR-S was originally introduced in October of 1999 and received a sequential manual gearbox in August of 2000.
	www.autohausaz.com /toyota-auto-parts/toyota-mr2.html (2725 words)

	Hzsohu.com - Sequential Manual Transmission (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
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	www.hzsohu.com /sequential-manual-transmission.html (170 words)

	Gearbox Oil Additive: Interflon Fin Gear; For better Shifting, Low Noise and Less Fuel Consumption
		For the transmission of vehicles, trucks, busses, boats and all types of machinery and equipment.
		Instantly improves the performance of your gearbox, final drives, gear drives and transmissions by reducing wear, oil temperature and transmission fluid breakdown.
		Helps curing transmission problems and prevents them from reoccurring.
	www.interflon.com /website/GBEN/AdditievenFinGear.html (155 words)

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