How Far Should the Car Be from the Side Line When Reversing into a Parking Space?
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Generally, the distance between the car body and the side line when reversing into a parking space should be 1.5 meters. If it is too close, the car may easily hit the left corner of the parking space, and the steering wheel should be turned fully to the right earlier. If it is too far, the car may easily hit the right corner of the parking space, and the steering wheel should be turned fully to the right later. By observing a little more than the outer quarter of the lower edge of the left rearview mirror, just seeing the side line indicates a distance of 1.5 meters. However, this should be adjusted based on the individual's seat height during practice. Tips for reversing into a parking space: When ensuring the wheels won't touch the right side line and maintaining a 20 cm distance from it, immediately turn the steering wheel fully to the right. As the car moves backward, the body gradually becomes parallel to the side line. At this point, observe both left and right rearview mirrors simultaneously to adjust the distance between the car body and the side lines. Pay attention to keeping the car body parallel to the parking space side lines with roughly equal distances. Also, focus on the lower edge of the left rearview mirror and the parking space entrance line. When the parking space entrance line aligns with the left rearview mirror, press the clutch and brake to stop, completing the right-side reversing. During regular practice, it's essential to learn how to use the rearview mirrors. You can start by checking the mirrors while the car is stationary, mainly focusing on the car's position and its distance from the parking space side lines. Once thoroughly familiar, you can smoothly observe while reversing.
