Will points be deducted if the turn signal is re-activated after falling off during Subject 3?
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No points will be deducted if the turn signal is re-activated after falling off during Subject 3. Here are some precautions regarding the turn signal in Subject 3: 1. Press firmly to turn on and lightly to turn off: The turn signal should be pressed firmly to turn on and lightly to turn off. If the turn signal goes off, re-activate it. Failure to use the turn signal, using the wrong turn signal, or using it for less than 3 seconds (undetected) will result in a 100-point deduction, which is the strictest part of the new regulations. 2. Turn off promptly: Do not leave the turn signal on for too long. Remember to turn it off promptly after completing the maneuver. During the road test, if the turn signal remains on for more than 200 meters, a 100-point deduction will be applied, and you will fail the test. 3. Pulling over: Pay attention to the details when pulling over. Turn on the right turn signal as soon as the instruction to pull over is given, reduce speed, and ensure the right turn signal was activated before pulling over and applying the handbrake. The vehicle must be within 30 centimeters of the roadside line before applying the handbrake, as the test ends when the handbrake is applied.
During the driving test (Subject 3), if your turn signal falls off and you promptly pick it up and reattach it, it generally won't be considered a serious issue. However, it ultimately depends on the examiner's judgment. If you fail to reattach it during critical moments like turning points and proceed with the turn, you might lose points for missing signals since it compromises driving safety. I've seen many test-takers panic during exams—they ignore fallen signals and rush through, resulting in safety deductions. Therefore, develop the habit during practice: handle the signal lever steadily to prevent it from slipping. If it falls during the test, address it immediately without delay. The core of safe driving is maintaining complete signals, which the test emphasizes—don't let minor mistakes ruin your performance. Quick reattachment might earn the examiner's leniency, but overall, it's up to your attentiveness.
