How to reverse parallel park (Between two cars)

5/30/20262 min read

Step 1

  • Check mirrors and signal left for a minimum 3 seconds before coming to a stop next to the parked car (Blue vehicle)

  • Park next to the car, approximately 1 metre away, with the rear bumper bar aligned.

  • Turn the steering wheel all the way to the LEFT. (approx. 1.5 complete turns)

Step 2

  • Select Reverse gear.

  • Look out the rear window over your left shoulder to ensure the parking bay is clear.

  • Reverse slowly back until your car is at a 45-degree angle to the (Blue) parked vehicle.

Step 3

  • Straighten the steering wheel by turning it 1.5 complete turns to the RIGHT.

Step 4

  • Reverse slowly back until the red guideline on the reversing camera is centred on the concrete kerb.

Step 5

  • Turn the steering wheel all the way to the RIGHT. (approx. 1.5 complete turns)

Step 6

  • Slowly continue to reverse back until your car is aligned with the car in front of you.

  • Straighten the steering wheel by turning it 1.5 complete turns to the LEFT.

  • Put the vehicle into Park and apply the handbrake (if fitted).

When leaving the park:

  • If your too close to the vehicle in front - Look back before reversing.

  • Check mirrors and indicate RIGHT for at least 5 seconds.

  • Make a head check after activating the turn indicator and immediately before pulling out from the kerb.

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