What are the six starting mnemonics for Subject Three?
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Subject Three starting mnemonics: First step (clutch), Second gear (first gear), Third turn (left signal), Fourth press (horn), Fifth release (handbrake), Sixth look (front, back, left, and right conditions), Seventh release and accelerate (release clutch, accelerate). More details are as follows: 1. Prepare to start in first gear, turn on the left signal before the car moves. 2. Sound the horn then release the handbrake, starting must be in semi-linked state. 3. Shift to second gear as soon as the car moves, slightly increase the throttle in second gear. 4. Turn off the signal then shift to third gear, further increase the throttle in third gear. 5. Increase speed and shift to fourth gear, quickly shift between fourth and fifth gears at high speed. 6. Clearly distinguish between two-foot clutch operations, and remember the standardized actions.
The six-step mantra for starting in Subject 3 is: 1) Press the clutch, 2) Shift into first gear, 3) Turn on the turn signal, 4) Check the rearview mirror, 5) Release the clutch slowly, and 6) Lift the brake. I find this mantra incredibly practical—it was repeatedly emphasized by my driving instructor at the driving school to help students remember the sequence step by step, preventing stalling or missing steps. Pressing the clutch avoids overburdening the engine; shifting into first gear is the correct gear for starting; turning on the turn signal alerts other vehicles; checking the rearview mirror confirms safety behind the car, ensuring no pedestrians or vehicles are present; releasing the clutch slowly ensures smooth movement; and lifting the brake is the final step for a fluid start. Common issues during the test include incomplete mirror checks or releasing the clutch too quickly, leading to point deductions. I recommend practicing this mantra frequently in parking lots to build muscle memory, as it enhances overall driving safety.
