Can the gear shifting exercise be performed twice in Subject 3?
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Subject 3 does not allow performing the gear shifting exercise twice. Here are the relevant details: 1. Gear shifting standards The gear shifting exercise must be completed within 100 meters, following the sequence: 2nd gear, 3rd gear, 4th gear, then back to 3rd gear. The vehicle's monitoring system requires shifting from 1st to 2nd gear at 10 km/h, 2nd to 3rd at 20 km/h, 3rd to 4th at 30 km/h, and 4th to 5th between 40-60 km/h. 2. Important notes: Drivers must be able to shift gears without looking down at the gear lever. After starting the vehicle, fully depress the clutch when shifting to prevent gear engagement failure and speed deviation caused by looking at the gear lever. Remember to shift into 2nd gear at least 20 meters before starting the gear shifting exercise.
In the Subject 3 driving test, the gear shifting (acceleration/deceleration) section is typically a one-time completion requirement, but some test centers may allow one retry request after minor mistakes. As someone with years of driving experience, I believe this test segment evaluates your ability to safely control the vehicle. If you mis-shift gears or exhibit unstable speed during the first attempt, the examiner might grant a second chance based on your performance and local testing policies. Safety remains the top priority - over-reliance on retries could actually increase penalty risks. Regular practice is recommended to familiarize yourself with the test vehicle's gear positions and avoid nervous errors. Sequential gear shifting isn't arbitrary; it assesses your real-road response capability, where any mistake could impact overall evaluation. During practice, simulating test scenarios helps reduce error probability - achieving one-time success remains ideal.
