How to Adjust the Rearview Mirrors for the Subject 2 Driving Test?

[SanKate]

Methods for adjusting the rearview mirrors in different positions for the Subject 2 driving test: 1. Adjusting the central rearview mirror: Adjust the left and right positions so that the left edge of the mirror just cuts off the right ear of your reflection in the mirror. This means that under normal driving conditions, you cannot see yourself in the central rearview mirror. For the up and down positions, place the distant horizon in the center of the mirror. The distant horizontal line should be positioned along the centerline of the central rearview mirror, then adjust left and right so that the image of your right ear is just at the left edge of the mirror. 2. Adjusting the left side mirror: For the up and down position, the ground should occupy the center of the mirror. For the left and right position, try to make the car body occupy 1/4 of the mirror while ensuring that the lowest point of the rear wheel touching the ground is visible. 3. Adjusting the right side mirror: Due to the limited visibility for the driver, extra attention is needed when adjusting the right side mirror. First, use the ground horizon as a reference, adjusting it the same way as the left side. However, after adjustment, be sure to test it by getting into the car and observing whether it meets the visibility requirements.

[DeVivian]

When I was learning to drive at the driving school, I paid special attention to mirror adjustment, especially during the preparation for the Subject 2 test. The first thing I did after getting into the car wasn't rushing to start the engine, but sitting firmly in the driver's seat, adjusting the seat position and backrest angle to ensure my feet could easily control the clutch and brake pedals, with my back snug against the seat. Then, I adjusted the left side mirror: by rotating the adjustment button, I made sure the rear edge of the car body occupied about a quarter of the mirror's space, allowing me to see the end of the rear door handle and the position of the rear wheel, with the distant horizon near the mirror's midline. The right mirror was adjusted similarly, but with more focus on the lower part to clearly see the curb or boundary line during reverse parking. This entire process took less than two minutes but helped avoid mistakes like crossing lines or blind spots during the test, which are crucial for the parallel parking and right-angle turning tasks in Subject 2. Remember, after adjusting the mirrors, don't change your sitting posture, or you'll have to start over, wasting more time. I developed this habit during practice, passed the test in one go, and found it well worth the effort.

[CharlesAnn]

For the Subject 2 driving test, rearview mirror adjustment is one of the key points for success. The test vehicles are usually shared, so you need to quickly adjust the mirrors upon entering: first adjust the seat position—ensure your knees are slightly bent when operating the pedals, with a moderate height for optimal visibility. Then adjust the left rearview mirror to see the rear wheel and a corner of the car body, which helps judge distances; the right rearview mirror should be tilted slightly downward to accurately spot curbs or parking lines during reversing. Poor adjustment can easily lead to failure in the S-curve or garage parking sections due to obscured vision. I recommend repeatedly practicing this adjustment during pre-test training and testing visibility under different lighting conditions, especially carefully adjusting angles in dim evening light. Though time is tight during the exam, this preparation is absolutely essential—it can save you the time and financial costs of retakes.

[DiDerek]

I learned the hard way about not adjusting mirrors during my driving test (Subject Two). The first time I got in the car and started directly, the left rearview mirror was set too high, making it impossible to see the trajectory of the rear wheels during reverse parking. It wasn't until the car body was tilted and crossing the line that the examiner deducted points. Later, my coach taught me the correct adjustment method: after sitting upright, manually adjust the left mirror so that the car body occupies one-fourth of the mirror surface, and set the right mirror at a lower angle to show the road markings. In the hill start project, proper mirror adjustment ensures accurate alignment at the stopping point. After learning from this lesson, I spent an extra minute focusing on this during the test, avoiding similar mistakes and successfully obtaining my driver's license.