What are the five actions for starting in Subject 3?

[DiSophia]

Press the clutch and brake pedals; shift into first gear; turn on the left turn signal; honk the horn; check the left and right rearview mirrors and the interior rearview mirror. Subject 3: Subject 3, which includes the road driving skills test and the safe and civilized driving knowledge test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It is the abbreviation for the road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge test in the motor vehicle driver's examination. The content of the road driving skills test varies for different types of vehicles eligible for driving. Safe and Civilized Driving Knowledge: The safe and civilized driving knowledge test in Subject 3 includes: requirements for safe and civilized driving operations, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations such as tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge.

[DiKing]

I just finished the third driving test, and the five actions for starting must be done in order: first, press the clutch and brake to prevent rolling, then shift into first gear to prepare for starting, next turn on the left turn signal to alert the car behind, then honk twice to signal the surroundings, and finally turn your head to check the rearview mirror to confirm safety before releasing the handbrake. The order of actions must not be messed up—during my test, a girl in the next lane failed immediately because she released the handbrake before turning on the signal. When starting, remember to lift the clutch slowly to avoid stalling, and don’t turn the steering wheel too sharply to the left—wait until the speed stabilizes before adjusting. Practice more to build muscle memory, and pay extra attention to electric bikes coming from the left rear when starting on a three-lane test track.

[PaulFitz]

The five-step procedure for starting the car repeatedly emphasized by the driving instructor during practice: pressing the clutch and brake firmly is the prerequisite, shifting into first gear is the basic operation, turning on the left turn signal at least three seconds in advance, honking the horn briefly without prolonged disturbance, and finally turning your head significantly to check the rearview mirror before releasing the handbrake. The most error-prone step is checking the mirror, as many people only glance briefly without making it obvious. I remember one time at the training ground when a construction vehicle suddenly accelerated behind me; if I hadn’t made a clear head turn to spot it in time, a collision would have been likely. These actions are essential foundations for actual driving, so don’t assume they’re just for the test.

[AshleyFitz]

Remember these five consecutive actions for starting off in Subject 3: Simultaneously press the clutch and brake, shift into first gear, turn on the left turn signal, lightly honk the horn once, and after a thorough check of the rearview mirror with a noticeable upper body turn, release the handbrake. Pay special attention that the turn signal must be on for a full three seconds before moving the vehicle, and the rearview mirror check should involve a conspicuous upper body rotation. I lost points on my first attempt because the observation action wasn't obvious enough, and later learned that in rainy or foggy conditions, the lights should be used in conjunction with hazard lights. Remember, the sequence is a strict standard—missing or misordering any step results in immediate failure.

[DiLukas]

The five core steps for starting in practice: Firmly step on the clutch and brake to prevent rolling back, shift the gear lever into 1st gear, use the left hand to activate the left turn signal, quickly tap the horn with the right hand, and turn your head to check the mirrors for safety before releasing the electronic handbrake. The key to this process lies in coordination. Initially, I often forgot to signal, but later I stuck a note on the steering wheel as a reminder to correct this. Unexpected situations often arise during tests—once, an examiner intentionally coughed to distract me, but sticking to the standard procedure helped me avoid mistakes. It’s best to practice adapting to different road conditions.

[SebastianLee]

Five Key Steps for Starting: Press the clutch with your left foot and the brake with your right foot simultaneously to the floor, ensure the gear is firmly in 1st, activate the left turn signal in advance, give a short horn blast not exceeding two seconds, and finally turn your head and shoulders significantly to check both side mirrors before releasing the handbrake. Many people fumble the last step—it's advisable to master the clutch's semi-engagement first before practicing on test routes. Once, I forgot to check the mirror during a hill start, causing the instructor's car behind to swerve abruptly—a close call that taught me these five actions are interlinked with the essence of safe driving.