
Subject 3 involves a vehicle inspection where the button locations vary by car model. Some vehicles have two buttons, positioned diagonally at the front and rear, while others have four buttons, one at each corner of the vehicle. Here's an overview of Subject 3: Introduction: Subject 3 includes the road driving skills test and the safety and civilized driving knowledge test. It is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment, specifically referring to the road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge test sections. The content of the road driving skills test varies depending on the type of vehicle being licensed. Timing: The waiting period to schedule the Subject 3 test has been reduced from 30 days after passing Subject 1 to 20 days. For those upgrading to a large or medium-sized passenger or truck driver's license, the waiting period has been adjusted from 40 days to 30 days after passing Subject 1.

During my driving test for Subject 3, the vehicle walk-around was a manual procedure without a dedicated button. You have to physically walk around the car yourself—starting from exiting the driver's seat, first checking the front lights for any damage at the hood, then moving to the right side door to inspect tire pressure, proceeding to the rear to examine taillights and bumper, and finally circling back to the left side to ensure doors are properly closed before getting in. This step is crucial and mandatory in the test—failing to do it results in immediate disqualification. Some beginners mistakenly think there's a button to initiate this; in reality, it's all about manually walking around to complete the inspection for driving safety. I remember being so nervous during my first attempt that I forgot the walk-around, and the examiner stopped me right away—it took repeated practice to make it habitual. Developing this routine before daily drives can also help reduce accident risks.

Walking around the vehicle is a safety inspection step before starting in the Subject 3 driving test, and no button pressing is required at all. As an experienced driver, I recommend performing it carefully during the test: after exiting the driver's door, walk a full circle around the car clockwise or counterclockwise, taking about 10-20 seconds to check for scratches on the body, flat tires, debris stuck in the wheels, or dirty license plates. Why is it necessary? This helps identify potential issues like signs of a flat tire, preventing breakdowns on the road. When teaching driving, I often emphasize that details determine success—although the walk-around check is simple, negligence can easily cost points. Good habits should be cultivated from the learning stage; now, I instinctively perform this check whenever I drive.

I just finished the third driving test, where I had to walk around the car without pressing a button. As soon as the examiner says 'start,' you get out of the car and walk counterclockwise around it: check the lights at the front, inspect the tires on the right side, look at the taillights at the rear, and ensure the doors are properly closed on the left side. The whole process should be completed quickly before getting back into the car without delay. During practice, I often forgot the sequence, and the instructor would yell at me to slow down. Remembering this step is crucial during the test, or you'll lose points directly. Remember, the positions are around the exterior of the car, not inside. Practice a few more times, and you'll get the hang of it.


