Which gear should be used for the Subject 3 driving test?
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Subject 3 driving test gear requirements are as follows: When using first or second gear: The driving distance cannot exceed 500 meters continuously, otherwise it will be judged as failing the test. When using third gear: Accelerate until the speed reaches 20 km/h, then you can switch to third gear. When using fourth gear: When the speed exceeds 30 km/h, you can switch to fourth gear. The content of Subject 3 road driving skills test includes: Vehicle preparation, lighting simulation test, starting, driving in a straight line, gear shifting operation, changing lanes, parking by the roadside, going straight through intersections, turning at intersections, meeting vehicles, overtaking, making U-turns, and nighttime driving.
When preparing for the driving test (Subject 3), my instructor repeatedly emphasized that gear usage is crucial. Start in 1st gear, release the clutch slowly while applying the throttle. When accelerating on the road, shift to 2nd gear at 15-20 km/h, to 3rd at 25-30 km/h, and to 4th at 35-40 km/h. The speed in the test area generally shouldn't exceed 50 km/h, so 3rd or 4th gear is commonly used. Always slow down and shift to 2nd gear before turning for better stability when entering the curve. When stopping, first reduce speed with the brake, then press the clutch and shift to neutral. The examiner will check if the gear matches the speed appropriately: high gear at low speed may cause stalling, while low gear at high speed with loud engine noise will result in point deductions. Practice matching gears more to avoid panic during the test. My final test went smoothly mainly because of regular gear-shifting practice.
