How to operate the clutch pedal for Subject 2 practice?
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Methods for operating the clutch pedal in Subject 2 practice: 1. Keep your left heel on the ground with the foot at an angle of over 45 degrees. Press the clutch pedal with the ball of your foot, avoiding a vertical 90-degree angle as this may cause the pedal to slip to the arch, making it difficult to apply force. 2. When releasing, keep your heel on the ground and gradually lift the ball of your foot. 3. Remember, when lifting, don't use all your force to raise the foot; retain some downward pressure. 4. While the car is moving, minimize the range of foot movement to ensure smooth driving. 5. When stopping, first press the clutch pedal fully with your left foot, then gently apply the brake with your right foot. The clutch serves to engage and disengage, located between the engine and the transmission, allowing it to either separate or connect the engine to the transmission.
I just passed my Subject 2 driving test last month, and clutch control was the most exhausting part to practice. At first, the car kept stalling, which made me stomp my feet in frustration. Later, my instructor told me to find the semi-engagement point—that moment when you gently lift the clutch until the car body slightly vibrates. During practice, I found an empty lot and repeatedly practiced starting and stopping: press the brake, slowly lift the clutch to feel the engine vibration, hold it steady, then release the brake to move a few steps. After a few days of practice, it became much easier. During the test, like in reverse parking, maintaining a steady speed was crucial—lifting the clutch too abruptly would make the car lurch forward. Remember to keep your heel on the ground and use only the ball of your foot to make slight pressure adjustments. Coordinate with steering, and once you’ve practiced enough, you won’t panic. On the day I passed, I felt like a pro. Practicing for about an hour each day, you can master it in a week.
