In Subject Two, should you start the engine first or pull the handbrake first?
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In Subject Two, you should start the engine first and then pull the handbrake. Below is some extended information related to Subject Two: 1. Exam Content: Also known as the small road test, it is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment and is the abbreviation for the field driving skills test subject. The test items for cars C1 and C2 include reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving on a curved path. 2. Exam Requirements: For Subject Two, if you fail the exam on the first attempt, you can retake it once. If you do not participate in the retake or fail the retake, the exam will be terminated, and the applicant must reschedule the exam after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skills test permit, the number of scheduled exams for Subject Two and Subject Three road driving skills tests must not exceed five times. If you fail the fifth scheduled exam, the results of other subjects that have been passed will be invalidated.
During the driving test (Subject 2), I always remind students to strictly follow safety procedures: the parking brake must be engaged before starting the engine. This is because the parking brake secures the vehicle's position, preventing unexpected rolling during ignition, especially during hill starts where any movement can lead to point deductions or dangerous situations. As a key examination point, instructors emphasize this sequence—engage the parking brake after stopping, confirm stability, then start the engine. Reversing this order, such as starting the engine before engaging the parking brake, may cause the vehicle to shake upon ignition, increasing the risk of losing control. Developing this habit not only ensures test success but also enhances daily driving safety. Always remember to check if the parking brake is properly engaged before driving—details make all the difference.
