Can You Apply the Brakes During Parallel Parking?
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Parallel parking allows the use of brakes. Below are parallel parking techniques: 1. Locate the proper position for pulling over: Upon hearing the "pull over" command, first determine the parking spot, then activate the right turn signal and turn the steering wheel 90 degrees to the right. When the center of the vehicle's front aligns with the curb, quickly turn the steering wheel to the left by more than 180 degrees. When the distance between the curb and the front hood is between 1/3 to 1/2 (instructors often prefer 1/3; adjust according to vehicle size), straighten the steering wheel. If the vehicle deviates, make minor adjustments. 2. Adjust the right-side distance until the front door handle covers the curb edge: Observe and adjust the distance between the right side of the vehicle and the curb. When the right front door handle position covers or is about to touch the curb, quickly straighten the vehicle. 3. Check the left-side mirror to ensure the front door handle does not protrude beyond the rear vehicle: Before exiting, check the left-side mirror to ensure the front door handle does not extend beyond the rear vehicle's body. If no rear vehicle is present for reference, check the distance between the vehicle's edge and the parking line. This ensures the parking position does not obstruct other traffic participants, preventing scratches from other vehicles.