What does it mean to not smoothly shift gears according to instructions?

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ArthurFitz
07/30/25 2:36am
Not smoothly shifting gears according to instructions refers to the following two meanings: 1. Not shifting gears according to the examiner's or computer's instructions. 2. The gear shifting action is not proficient enough or the car shakes, etc., resulting in not "smoothly shifting gears." Here are some operating tips: 1. Exam requirements: Perform corresponding gear shifting operations according to the voice prompts of the exam system. 2. When upshifting, the action should be quick and gentle, and the gear selection should be accurate. Do not look down at the gear or coast in neutral. Before upshifting, check the left and right rearview mirrors to ensure road safety, release the accelerator with your right foot, depress the clutch with your left foot, engage the appropriate gear, then slowly release the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator to increase speed. 3. Downshifting requirements: Before downshifting, check the left and right rearview mirrors to ensure road safety. For example, when shifting from 3rd to 2nd gear, release the accelerator at 30 km/h and let the speed gradually drop to 20 km/h before switching to 2nd gear. 4. During driving, maintain the gear matching the speed. Use 1st gear at 0-10 km/h, 2nd gear at 10-20 km/h, 3rd gear at 20-30 km/h, and 4th gear at 30-40 km/h.
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