Before starting an engine the driver should see that the gear shift lever is in neutral position and that the emergency brakes are set. The spark lever should be set at the proper position. If battery ignition is used it is best to have the lever in full retard position, as the spark will occur no matter how slow the engine is cranked. If magneto ignition is used the lever should be advanced slightly as a hotter spark is obtained in the advanced position than in the retarded. There is less probability of a kick back when starting on magneto since it is necessary to turn the engine at a fairly high rate of speed, approximately 100 R. P. M. to generate sufficient current to produce a spark. The position of the throttle hand control should be set so that the throttle will be slightly open. In case the carburetor is equipped with an air-choking device this should be closed to cause a rich mixture for starting. The ignition switch should be turned on and the engine cranked by pulling up quickly on the crank handle a quarter turn at a time. If an electric cranking motor is provided depress the starting button and advance the spark. If magneto ignition is used it is best to spin the engine. Crank the engine with the left hand if possible and stand in such a position that if the engine should kick back the crank will not cause injury. After the engine has started release the choke on the carburetor advance the spark and close the throttle to a position which will prevent racing. If a special dash adjustment is provided for regulating the mixture allow this to remain in a position to cause a rich mixture until the engine warms up. To Start the Car. Allow the engine to warm up sufficiently to overcome missing and to run smoothly. When satisfied that the engine is running properly release the emergency brake. In case the car is on a grade apply the foot brake to prevent the car from moving. Press the clutch pedal all the way down and move the gear shift lever to first speed position. The clutch should be allowed to engage gradually and at the same time the throttle should be opened sufficiently to prevent stalling, but not cause racing of the engine. If the foot brake has been employed it should be released as the clutch is engaged. After the clutch has been fully engaged the throttle should be opened sufficiently to accelerate the car to change to the next higher speed. The throttle should be controlled by the foot accelerator pedal. Once the car is in motion the driver must at all times keep his eyes on the road in the direction in which the car is moving or about to move when changing direction. To Shift Gears (Increasing Speed).