How to Use the Clutch to Control Vehicle Speed in Subject 2?
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Methods for using the clutch to control vehicle speed in Subject 2: Adjust your sitting posture properly and use the clutch semi-engagement to control the speed. Specifically, use the left heel as the pivot point, ensuring the front part of the left foot fully contacts the pedal, and control the speed by lifting or pressing the front part of the foot. Clutch semi-engagement occurs when the clutch is fully depressed, completely separating the power from the vehicle; when the clutch is fully released, 100% of the power is transmitted to the vehicle. Between these two states, a portion of the engine power is transmitted to the vehicle. The key points for clutch control are as follows: 1. When shifting gears, quickly depress the clutch fully and shift to the corresponding position; 2. Slowly release the pedal, stopping the action when semi-engagement occurs, and proceed with further operations only after the vehicle starts moving; 3. Use the semi-engagement point as a reference, slightly depressing or lifting the pedal to slow down or speed up the vehicle.
When I was practicing for the driving test (Subject 2), my instructor always said clutch control was the key to managing speed. You need to keep your left heel firmly planted on the floor as a pivot point and gently press the clutch with the ball of your foot. Finding the clutch's friction point is crucial—when the car starts shaking like it's falling apart, hold that exact angle and don't move! Remember: releasing the clutch slightly makes the car move, while pressing deeper stops it. Hill starts are especially challenging—when you reach the reference point, brake while holding the clutch at the friction point, then release the brake only when the car shakes violently. With practice, you'll learn that lifting the clutch too fast stalls the engine, pressing it too hard won't move the car—it requires the steady, delicate touch of stepping on a raw egg.
