What is the method for gear shifting in Subject Three?
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The method for gear shifting in Subject Three is: 1. To engage 1st gear, press the clutch with your left foot and gently hold the gear lever parallel to the left with your right hand; 2. Push the gear lever forward lightly to enter 1st gear, lift the clutch with your left foot, and pause slightly at the semi-engagement point; 3. Completely release the clutch and place your left foot on the footrest; 4. To engage 2nd gear, press the clutch with your left foot, use your right wrist to pull the gear lever backward to 2nd gear, and slowly release the clutch with your left foot; 5. When shifting to 3rd gear, press the clutch with your left foot, push the gear lever forward with your right hand to let it naturally return to neutral; 6. Push straight forward to enter 3rd gear and slowly release the clutch. Subject Three includes the road driving skills test and the safety and civilized driving knowledge test, which are part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. It is the abbreviation for the road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge test subjects in the motor vehicle driver's test.
Actually, the gear shifting exercise in Subject 3 is quite simple, but many students tend to panic at first. I must say, the basic steps are: when upshifting, first release the accelerator, press the clutch all the way down to change gears, then slowly release the clutch while gently pressing the accelerator. Downshifting is the opposite—press the clutch, shift to a lower gear, and coordinate with the accelerator. The key is not to rush; the speed must match the gear. For example, driving at around 20 km/h in second gear is the most stable. During the test, the examiner pays close attention to smoothness, so don’t mess up the gear sequence or forget the clutch. I’ve seen many beginners wobble the car while shifting gears—this requires more practice with slow movements to get the feel, especially the timing of synchronizing the clutch and accelerator. Simulating real road conditions in the practice area is crucial, such as upshifting during straight-line acceleration and downshifting when slowing down, to develop instinctive reactions. Developing good habits in daily driving can also prevent stalling and jerking.
