How many places require turning on the turn signal in Subject 2?
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There are a total of 6 instances where turn signals are required in Subject 2, which are: When starting the vehicle, turn on the left turn signal; When starting on the slope during slope fixed-point start, turn on the left turn signal; During parallel parking, turn on the right turn signal when the vehicle passes the side and prepares to park, stopping 30 cm from the side line before reversing; Before shifting into reverse gear during parallel parking, turn on the left turn signal because during reversing, the steering wheel is turned fully to the right, causing the front of the car to shift left; Before exiting the parking space during parallel parking, shift into drive gear and turn on the left turn signal, turning it off promptly after exiting; When entering the right-angle turn area, turn on the left turn signal and turn it off promptly after completing the turn. Penalties for incorrect use of turn signals are as follows: Failing to use or incorrectly using the turn signal before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a 10-point deduction. Turning on the turn signal for less than 3 seconds before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a 10-point deduction. The full score for Subject 2 is 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for failure, 20-point deductions, 10-point deductions, and 5-point deductions. The test is passed under the following conditions: ① For large passenger vehicles, tractors, city buses, medium-sized passenger vehicles, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other vehicle types, a score of 80 or above is required. The test items for small vehicles C1 and C2 include reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, slope fixed-point parking and start (canceled for C2), right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves) as the five mandatory items (some regions include a sixth item, high-speed card collection). The test items for large vehicles A1, A2, A3, B1, and B2 include stake test, slope fixed-point parking and start, parallel parking, single-plank bridge crossing, curve driving, right-angle turns, limited-width gate crossing, continuous obstacle crossing, bumpy road driving, narrow road U-turns, as well as simulated highway driving, continuous sharp mountain turns, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
Key points for turn signals in Subject 2 exam. I remember the instructor mentioned 4 critical moments when you must activate them promptly. You must turn on the left signal before starting, its illumination shows your intention to move; activate the left signal when turning left, allowing the examiner and cameras to clearly see your direction; correspondingly use the right signal for right turns—don’t mix them up; for pulling over, first indicate with the right signal, then after stopping steadily, switch to the left signal before restarting. For instance, during my test, I forgot the left signal when restarting after parking and got points deducted—now I’ve made it a habit even on regular drives, truly preventing rear-end collisions and similar accidents. For practice, I advise new learners to rehearse these steps repeatedly in front of a mirror. During the test, don’t just focus on reference points—remember to signal a few seconds early to build muscle memory.
After being a driving instructor for a long time, I've found that there are essentially four key moments to use turn signals in the Subject 2 exam: turn on the left signal when starting, use the left signal for left turns, the right signal for right turns (don't mix them up), and activate the right signal when pulling over, followed by the left signal before departing. Many students tend to forget signaling after parking, leading to exam failure; this isn't just a rule but a safety practice—developing this habit ensures disciplined driving on the road. I always remind beginners to practice several times on the mock test route, as examiners closely monitor the timing of signal use. It's best to activate the signal 1-2 seconds in advance to ensure it's on long enough before maneuvering. One more tip: don't carelessly turn off the signal until the car is perfectly aligned—details make or break the Subject 2 test.
