How Much Steering for Left Turn in Subject Three?
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There is no standard answer to the exact degree of steering required, as the angle of each intersection turn varies. Students can begin turning the steering wheel when the vehicle passes the zebra crossing ahead, then visually align with the left lane they intend to enter, driving at a lower speed. If the turn feels early, slightly adjust the steering back; if late, turn the wheel more sharply. Steps for a left turn in Subject Three: 1. Upon hearing "Left turn at the intersection ahead," activate the left turn signal in advance (wait 3 seconds after the signal lights up before turning). 2. Check the traffic behind to the left, and safely change lanes to the leftmost turning lane (usually the innermost lane in test scenarios). 3. Confirm safety, reactivate the left turn signal, then proceed through the intersection at low speed with a wide turn. 4. If encountering a red light when preparing to turn left, brake to slow down and shift to a lower gear. 5. When coming to a stop, press both the brake and clutch (many panic and only press the brake, causing the engine to stall). After stopping smoothly, wait for the red light countdown to end. 6. Prepare about 10 seconds before the red light ends: activate the turn signal, press the clutch to shift into 1st gear, keep the brake pressed, and when the light turns green, release the handbrake and brake, then lift the clutch and press the accelerator to move. After gaining speed, shift to 2nd gear; if traffic conditions allow, take a wide turn to pass quickly. 7. After completing the turn, enter the straight lane, accelerate promptly to shift to 3rd gear, and prepare for the next test item.
There is no fixed standard for how much to turn the steering wheel during a left turn in Subject 3 of the driving test. It requires flexible adjustment based on road conditions. Generally, for small turns like intersections in residential areas, a quarter turn of the steering wheel (about 45 degrees) is sufficient. For sharp turns on wide roads, you may need to turn the wheel half to a full rotation. The key is to slow down to 15-20 km/h before entering the turn to maintain vehicle stability. I've taught many students, and common mistakes include turning the wheel too sharply or too little—turning too sharply can cause the front of the car to hit the curb, while turning too little may prevent you from entering the lane properly. The essential steps are: first, check the rearview mirror to confirm safety, then turn on the signal light, and smoothly turn the steering wheel. When completing the turn, avoid returning the wheel too quickly. During the test, the examiner focuses on the smoothness of your movements, so stay calm and remember to practice different turns. For safety, be extra cautious in rain or snow—turn the wheel gently due to slippery roads. Throughout the process, observing the environment is more important than just focusing on the steering wheel's markings.
