Which gear is best for making a U-turn in Subject 3?
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In the Subject 3 driving test, there is no specific requirement for which gear to use when making a U-turn. Generally, you can choose either first or second gear. Using first gear is riskier than second gear, so for safety, it's advisable to use second gear. Detailed steps for making a U-turn in Subject 3: 1. Upon hearing the instruction "Please make a U-turn ahead," the candidate should activate the left turn signal for at least three seconds, carefully observe the surroundings, and safely yield to oncoming traffic. The U-turn must be performed in second gear or lower, with the vehicle speed reduced to below 20 km/h. If necessary, first gear with half-clutch can be used. The sequence of operations is: signal, look, brake, downshift, and U-turn. 2. Pay attention to yielding to vehicles from both directions and avoid disrupting normal traffic flow. You may stop and wait before making the U-turn to ensure it can be completed in one smooth motion without stopping midway due to improper operation. When turning the steering wheel, maintain a steady and moderate technique to avoid turning too early, too late, or with excessive or insufficient angles. 3. Upon hearing the instruction "U-turn completed," the test for this section is considered finished. 4. If there is a crosswalk during the U-turn, the vehicle must pass the crosswalk before turning. Do not make the U-turn or stop on the crosswalk.
