I would guess that is for the benefit of the starter
motor.  I can tell the throwout bushing creates
significant drag (by watching RPM at idle in neutral
vs. idle in gear).
Half the time I am standing outside the car when I
start it and have no choice.    =oD
jc
>  they should
> always be started in neutral.
> Kate
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