How to Adjust the Rearview Mirrors for Driving Test Subject 2?
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Standard for adjusting rearview mirrors in Driving Test Subject 2: 1. Left rearview mirror: Adjust vertically so that the sky and ground each occupy half of the mirror surface; adjust horizontally so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror surface while ensuring the lowest point of the wheel touching the ground is clearly visible. 2. Right rearview mirror: Adjust vertically - since the driver's seat is on the left, it's more difficult to observe the right side of the road, so the ground should occupy 3/4 of the mirror surface and the sky 1/4; adjust horizontally to make the car body occupy about 1/4 of the mirror surface. 3. Center rearview mirror: Adjustment varies depending on the driver's height and viewing angle; generally, adjust so that your own reflection appears on the left side of the mirror, but drivers should make final adjustments according to their personal needs.
When I was learning to drive and taking the Subject 2 test, my instructor emphasized the importance of adjusting the mirrors properly. I remember he taught me to adjust them like this: first, sit firmly in the car, adjust the left rearview mirror so that it shows about one-third of the car's side, and the rear wheel should also be visible, which helps in clearly observing reference points when reversing into a parking space. The right mirror should be adjusted wider to avoid blind spots, especially for parallel parking. At first, I always adjusted it too narrow and couldn't see the rear wheel, almost hitting the wall. The center mirror should be aligned to show the entire rear window. Before the test, I practiced adjusting to these positions repeatedly to ensure a clear view without any blind spots. I also made sure the mirrors were clean and free of fog. Thanks to this technique, I passed smoothly, otherwise failing is quite common.
