How Many Times to Use Turn Signals in Subject 2 Driving Test?
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There are a total of 6 instances where turn signals are required in Subject 2: When starting the vehicle, turn on the left turn signal; When starting on a slope, turn on the left turn signal; During parallel parking, turn on the right turn signal when the vehicle passes the parking spot and stops 30 cm from the curb before reversing; Before shifting into reverse gear for parallel parking, turn on the left turn signal because the steering wheel will be turned fully to the right during reversing, causing the front of the car to shift left; Before exiting the parking spot during parallel parking, shift into drive gear and turn on the left turn signal, then turn 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 turn signal usage are as follows: Failure to use or incorrect use of turn signals before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a 10-point deduction. Using the turn signal for less than 3 seconds before starting, turning, changing lanes, overtaking, or parking results in a 10-point deduction. Subject 2 has a full score of 100 points, with criteria for failure, 20-point deduction, 10-point deduction, and 5-point deduction. 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. For small vehicles (C1, C2), the test includes five mandatory items: reverse parking, parallel parking, slope parking and starting (canceled for C2), right-angle turns, and curve driving (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions also include a sixth item: highway toll card collection. For large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2), the test includes: pole test, slope parking and starting, 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 curves, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling.
In the Subject 2 driving test, the details of using turn signals are really important. I've seen many people lose points just because they didn't signal in time. Specifically, you need to use turn signals when starting from the beginning, stopping and starting on the slope, exiting from parallel parking, and making 90-degree turns. For example, when you first start the car, you need to turn on the left turn signal; before stopping on the slope, turn on the right turn signal; then when restarting on the slope, use the left turn signal; after completing parallel parking and exiting, also use the left turn signal; when entering a 90-degree turn, use either the left or right turn signal depending on the direction of the turn. Throughout the whole process, you'll basically need to use the turn signals 3 to 4 times. Remember, each time you must signal at least 3 seconds in advance, and wait for the signal to be on long enough before taking action, otherwise the examiner may deduct points directly. Although the number of times may vary slightly depending on the test items, the core is to develop the habit, which can help you pass the test in one go and avoid unnecessary mistakes.
During the driving test (Subject 2), I remember using turn signals was one of my biggest challenges, especially as a beginner prone to being flustered. Key points include: turning on the left turn signal when starting, ensuring it stays on for 3 seconds before moving; then turning on the right turn signal before stopping on the slope, and the left turn signal when starting again; next, turning on the left turn signal when exiting the parallel parking space; finally, turning on the corresponding direction's signal when entering the right-angle turn. In total, you need to use the turn signals about 3 times, each requiring full attention to avoid missing any. During practice, the instructor always emphasized the importance of this detail as it relates to safe driving habits. A single oversight could easily lead to failure in the test, so I recommend simulating it several times to integrate turn signal usage into muscle memory, ensuring an easy pass.
