Can I Bring a Seat Cushion for Subject 2?
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You can bring a seat cushion for Subject 2. Some vehicle seats are difficult to adjust in height, so a seat cushion can be used to modify the position. Below are relevant details: Definition: Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination and refers to the field driving skills test. Objective: To master basic driving operation essentials and possess fundamental vehicle control capabilities; to proficiently grasp basic methods of field and on-site road driving, including the proper use of vehicle controls and correct spatial positioning of the vehicle, enabling precise control over the vehicle's position, speed, and route.
I really have experience with this! Last year when I took the Subject 2 test, I'm only 1.58m tall, and even with the seat of that crappy exam car adjusted to the lowest position, I still couldn't see the front of the car clearly. Before the test, I specifically asked my instructor, and he told me to bring a thin silicone seat cushion. Surprisingly, the examiner didn't stop me at all. The key points are: first, put the cushion in the exam car in advance instead of taking it out on the spot; second, it must be a thin one, otherwise it will affect the center of gravity. I suggest testing the cushion height during the practice session at the exam site. My best friend failed because she brought a 5cm thick latex cushion which affected her brake pedal depth accuracy. Nowadays, it's actually quite common for shorter students to bring seat cushions to the exam.
The coach personally told me that bringing a seat cushion is completely compliant. The key is to check the material of the cushion—avoid those fluffy ones that can slide. It's best to use a driving-specific cushion with anti-slip particles, and the thickness should not exceed 8cm. However, be extra careful: some regions require the seat cushion to be reported in advance, so it's best to raise your hand and confirm the cushion's position with the safety officer before starting the test. The most critical issue with bringing a seat cushion is that changes in sitting posture can cause reference points to shift. During my parallel parking test, the cushion got squished and I almost crossed the line. It's recommended to wear the same pants you practiced in during the test, as even slight differences in thickness can affect your reference points.
