How many points are deducted for unsteady gear shifting in Subject 3?
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Ten points are deducted. During the exam, the following situations will result in a 10-point deduction: 1. Situation one: Incorrect driving posture; 2. Situation two: The vehicle rolls backward during startup, but the rolling distance is less than 30cm; 3. Situation three: Unreasonable steering wheel handling; 4. Situation four: Incorrect gear shifting during startup or driving, and failing to correct it in time; 5. Situation five: Not using or incorrectly using the turn signal before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking; 6. Situation six: Turning the steering wheel less than 3 seconds after turning on the turn signal before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking; 7. Situation seven: Turning or returning the steering wheel too early or too late during a turn, or the turning angle is too large or too small, etc.
During the driving test, rough gear shifting in Subject 3 will directly deduct 10 points. When I took my driving test, I paid special attention to this detail because the entire Subject 3 only has 100 points, and you need 90 to pass. If the car shakes violently during gear shifting or if the tachometer and speed don't match, the examiner will notice immediately. The most frustrating part is that some beginners have the habit of looking down at the gearshift, which also leads to point deductions. I recommend practicing more to find the clutch engagement point during training—gear shifts should be quick and decisive, never hesitant. You can practice switching between neutral and first gear at red lights to get a feel for the coordination between the accelerator and clutch. Remember, during gear shifting, it's more important to keep your left hand steady on the steering wheel while your right hand moves quickly and accurately—this can basically help you avoid point deductions from shaking.
