What is the process for the C2 automatic transmission Subject 2 driving test?
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The C2 Subject 2 test items include: reverse parking, parallel parking, curve driving, and right-angle turns. Some regions may also include a highway toll card retrieval task. According to Article 25 of the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses" (Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123), starting from June 1, 2021, the C2 and C5 Subject 2 tests no longer assess hill start and stop. Compared to the C1 manual transmission test, the C2 test does not include the hill start item. Subject 2 test introduction and tips: Before starting the test, adjust your seat height and rearview mirrors to ensure a clear view, and fasten your seatbelt. During the test, do not stop unless the system indicates a failure. Parallel parking: Park the car in the designated space without crossing or touching the lines. Tips: Find the correct angle, turn the steering wheel quickly, react promptly, and coordinate with the car's speed. Right-angle turns: Prepare for a 90-degree turn while driving straight, ensuring not to cross or touch the lines. Tips: Identify the reference point before turning and coordinate with the car's speed. Curve driving (S-curve): Drive slowly through the S-curve without crossing or touching the lines. Tips: Control your speed, drive slowly, and time the turns correctly. Reverse parking: Reverse the car into the parking space without stalling or crossing/touching the lines. Tips: Control your speed, find the reference point, and make minor adjustments if the car deviates. Highway toll card retrieval tips: Slow down when approaching the toll station. There are two types of card retrieval: manual and self-service. For manual retrieval, align the car properly at the window. For self-service, move closer to the card machine. In both cases, shift to neutral and engage the handbrake. If you fail the Subject 2 test, you can retake it once. If you fail again, the test ends, and you must reschedule after 10 days. If you fail five consecutive times (including retakes, totaling 10 attempts), all previously passed subjects will be invalidated, and you must restart from Subject 1. Subject 2 penalty items: Reverse parking: Vehicle crossing the line (100 points, fail); failing to park properly (100 points, fail); stopping midway (5 points per instance); exceeding time limit (100 points, fail). Parallel parking: Vehicle crossing the line after stopping (100 points, fail); stopping midway (5 points per instance); tires or body touching the line (10 points); exceeding time limit (100 points, fail). Curve driving: Wheels crossing the edge line (fail); stopping midway (fail); not using second gear or higher (5 points). Right-angle turns: Wheels crossing the edge line (fail); stopping midway (5 points per instance). After stopping, if the vehicle is 30-50 cm from the edge line (10 points).
I just took the C2 Subject 2 test last week, and I remember the process very clearly. First, go to the waiting hall to check in by swiping your ID card, then wait for your number to be called on the screen. After getting in the car, adjust the seat and mirrors, fasten the seatbelt, and when ready, press the brake, shift to D gear, and release the handbrake. The test sequence is reverse parking → parallel parking → curve driving → right-angle turn, and you must follow the voice prompts throughout without stalling or crossing the line. You can stop to rest between tasks, but don’t exceed 30 seconds. After completing the test, if you hear 'pass,' go to confirm and sign. If you fail, you get one immediate retest opportunity. During the test, drive slowly and remember the reference points taught by your instructor.
As a seasoned driver with ten years of experience who accompanied a relative to take the C2 Subject 2 test, the process is actually quite simple. After check-in, wait for your car number to be called. Once in the car, don’t rush to start—adjust the mirrors first. The test course usually follows a fixed sequence of four items: reverse parking (the hardest, go slow), parallel parking (watch the corner markers), S-curve (make minor adjustments by checking the mirrors), and right-angle turn (signal in advance). Maintain a speed below 5 km/h throughout the test, and you’ll receive voice prompts after completing each item. After the test, return to the test center to scan your ID and sign. Bringing a piece of chocolate to prevent low blood sugar is quite helpful.
