What is the method for operating the clutch in Subject 2?
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Method for operating the clutch in Subject 2: After getting into the car, place your left foot on the clutch and your right foot on the accelerator. Press the clutch fully with your left foot, then release the handbrake. Slowly release the clutch with your left foot—avoid lifting your foot too quickly. Doing so can cause the vehicle to move too fast, making it difficult to control, and may also lead to stalling. When the car starts moving slowly, keep your left foot in its current position to maintain a steady and slow speed. Subject 2 is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment, specifically the field driving skills test. For small vehicles (C1 and C2), the test includes five items: reversing into a parking space, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope, turning at a right angle, and driving through curves.
As someone who just passed the driving test, clutch operation in Subject Two was a major challenge for me. When starting, you need to gently press the clutch with your foot, slowly release it, and find that semi-engagement point—the car will slightly shake, feeling like the engine is trembling, and that's the perfect moment. Then lightly tap the accelerator, and the car will move. Especially during hill starts, if you release it too quickly, the engine might stall. Several times, I rolled back and almost caused an accident. Later, I learned to use the handbrake wisely—stabilizing the clutch until the shaking point, then releasing the brake and adding gas. The same goes for reverse parking—controlling the speed with the clutch allows for more precision. Don’t rush to fully release the clutch; practice a few more times to develop a feel for it. For example, practice pressing and releasing the clutch in neutral at home at night. Once you’re familiar with it, it becomes much easier when you get back in the car. Remember, during the test, focus on the feedback from your feet and don’t get distracted by external factors.
