Can You Step on the Accelerator During the Slope Start in Subject 2?
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You can step on the accelerator during the slope start in Subject 2. Method for slope start: After parking on the slope, keep the foot brake pressed, depress the clutch, and pull the handbrake tightly. Ensure the handbrake can hold the vehicle on the slope, then release the foot brake. Rev the engine to make it produce a loud roar, maintain the throttle position (important), and slowly release the clutch. The engine sound will gradually weaken as the clutch is released. When the engine sound just quiets down, keep both feet still (very important), release the handbrake, and complete the slope start. Precautions for slope start: During the slope start, first slowly release the clutch. Once you feel the car noticeably vibrating and ensure it won't stall, you can slightly release the clutch a bit more. Then, keep the left foot steady on the clutch without moving, and gradually release the brake little by little. Once you feel the car moving, release the clutch further and then release the brake a bit more. Do not fully release the clutch or brake during the entire process, as you will soon reach the top of the slope, and speeding up too quickly is dangerous.
Hey, here's my take on the hill start in Subject 2: Most exam vehicles have strict engine speed limits, so even if you floor the accelerator, it won't speed up—just wasted effort. Examiners absolutely hate seeing people stomp on the gas randomly and will fail you immediately for dangerous driving. The old Jetta training cars at our driving school are even worse—their throttle cables were removed long ago. During the test, you can only rely on lifting the clutch to find the semi-engagement point. Wait until the car shakes and the tachometer dips slightly, then hold the clutch steady and release the brake to move. In real-world driving, if you encounter a steep slope or a heavily loaded car and idle speed isn't enough, you'd need to give it some gas—but never do this during the exam! Remember, the examiner is watching your right foot like a hawk.
Let me give you some practical advice. The exam rules clearly state that pressing the accelerator on a slope is strictly prohibited—it's a hard and fast rule. Why? The test center worries about students mistaking the accelerator for the brake and causing accidents. Back when I was practicing in a Santana, the coach specifically instructed me to slowly lift the clutch with my left foot. When you feel the car lurch forward, the steering wheel slightly vibrate, and the dashboard needle dip, that's the critical point. Then, gradually release the brake with your right foot—voilà, the car moves up. The key lies in clutch control; you need to develop muscle memory in your foot. However, after passing the test and driving your own car, you should step on the gas when facing steep slopes. With an automatic transmission, simply switching to sport mode makes things even easier.
