What should the driver do first before entering the cab?
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Before entering the cab, the driver should first observe the surrounding conditions of the vehicle. The precautions for the lighting test in Subject 3 are as follows: 1. During the test, concentrate to avoid missing or mishearing the instructions. 2. The voice prompts include: passing under a bridge or a crosswalk at night; passing a sharp curve or a slope at night; passing an intersection without traffic lights at night. In these three situations, the driver should alternately use the high and low beams (flashing more than twice). 3. During the test, the use of lights is prompted by voice instructions, and the operation must be completed within 5 seconds after the voice prompt ends. Do not act too slowly, but also do not act before the prompt is finished.
Every time before getting in the car, I walk around it to inspect. I check if any of the four tires are flat or punctured by nails, as this directly relates to driving safety. Then, I look under the car for any oil or water leaks—spotting issues early can save a lot of trouble. Don’t forget to check around the car, especially behind it, for any children or pets playing in blind spots, which are the most dangerous. Finally, I make sure the license plate is clean and all lights are intact. Though it takes less than two minutes each time, this habit has helped me avoid several mishaps. Once, I found a screw stuck in the right rear tire—if I had driven onto the highway without noticing, it could have been disastrous.
I follow the standardized procedures taught by my driving instructor when getting my license. First, I survey the surroundings of the vehicle to check for any obstacles or children running nearby. Then, I inspect whether the tire pressure is at normal levels and look for any damages or bulges on the tires. Next, I examine the car body for new scratches and check under the chassis for any fluid leaks. Finally, before opening the driver's door, I take one last glance to ensure the rearview mirrors are properly positioned. These steps were actually practiced during the third driving test, and over time, they've become second nature. Especially after rainy days, checking the tires becomes even more crucial—I've seen cases where people ended up with a flat tire because they didn't notice rocks in puddles.
