How to Switch Between High Beam and Low Beam in Subject Three?
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Introduction to the method of switching between high beam and low beam in Subject Three: Use the knob or button on the left side of the steering wheel to turn on the low beam, and use the lever on the left side of the steering wheel to turn on the high beam. Pushing the lever forward will activate the high beam. When pushing the lever forward and releasing it, the lever will automatically return to its original position. By repeatedly pushing the lever, you can achieve the alternation between high and low beams. Below is related content introduction: 1. High Beam: The high beam of a car provides better visibility for driving and expands the field of vision. On roads without streetlights, the visibility range with high beams is significantly greater than with low beams. It is preferable to use high beams on roads with poor lighting conditions. 2. Low Beam: The low beam is designed for close-range illumination, with a wide coverage angle (160°) and short illumination distance. The focus of the beam cannot be adjusted.
When I was taking the driving test for Subject 3, the instructor particularly emphasized the technique for operating the lights. The alternating switch between high beam and low beam is basic but prone to mistakes: first, move the light control lever to the high beam position and hold it steady, ensuring the headlights remain in constant high beam mode. Then, with a gentle flick of the right wrist, quickly pull the lever back three times, making sure to hear the 'click' sound of resetting each time. The movement should be crisp and continuous. During the test, don’t panic, and pay special attention to the rhythm—each switch should be about half a second apart. Doing it too fast might cause the system to judge it as invalid. This maneuver is actually very useful in real driving, such as reminding oncoming vehicles to turn off their high beams at night or giving a warning before passing through an intersection without traffic lights. Practice it a dozen times on the training car before the test to build muscle memory, and you won’t make mistakes.
