How many seconds is the maximum allowed for stopping midway during reverse parking?
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Reverse parking must not involve a stop exceeding 210 seconds. Any mid-process stopping or overtime will result in an "unqualified" judgment. Regulations for reverse parking: According to the new rules, during reverse parking, the examinee must complete the entire process of reversing the vehicle into the parking space and exiting within 210 seconds without any stops. Reverse parking is time-limited during the test. The red points in the diagram indicate the positions of infrared probes; any obstruction of the infrared by the vehicle body will trigger an alarm, leading to test failure. The test area is 16 meters long and 6.83 meters wide. Precautions for reverse parking: First, align the front of the car properly, ensuring it crosses the control line. Begin the reverse process. Turn on the right turn signal, shift into reverse gear, and look towards the right rear. While reversing, observe the relationship between the right rear window pillar and the right line of the parking space; the exact position depends on the driver's height and seat position. Maintain a slow speed to allow for proper observation and timely corrections. This involves properly managing the clutch, keeping it at a semi-engaged state. Correct clutch usage is crucial for the field test.
I remember when I was practicing reverse parking for my driver's license test, the instructor repeatedly emphasized that stopping for more than two seconds during the maneuver would result in an immediate failure. This time limit was mainly because the exam system would flag a violation if the car stopped for over two seconds, aiming to test the continuity of our operation and control of the vehicle. In real-life driving, stopping arbitrarily while parking can easily lead to scraping surrounding obstacles or colliding with other vehicles, posing safety risks. During practice, I often got system warnings due to pausing for a second or two out of nervousness after turning the steering wheel to full lock. Later, I forced myself to complete the maneuver in one smooth motion, and eventually passed the test successfully. Looking back now, developing this habit has also made my daily reverse parking smoother and reduced many minor accident risks.
