How to Park on a Slope?

[StMiguel]

Here are the precautions for parking on a slope: 1. Parking on a downhill roadside: After parking, shift the gear lever to reverse (manual transmission). If there is a curb on the roadside, turn the front wheels to the right at a certain angle so that the front part of the right front wheel is close to or against the curb to prevent the car from sliding down the slope. If there is no curb on the roadside, turn the front wheels to the right at a larger angle to avoid the car sliding down the slope and entering the center of the road. 2. Parking in an uphill area of a parking lot: After parking, shift the gear lever to 1st gear (manual transmission). At this time, the front wheels should be turned to the left or right at a certain angle to prevent the car from sliding backward down the slope. If the slope is relatively steep, take some auxiliary measures, such as placing stones against the rear wheels. 3. Parking in a downhill area of a parking lot: After parking, shift the gear lever to reverse (manual transmission). Turn the front wheels to the left or right at a certain angle to prevent the car from sliding down the slope. If the slope is relatively steep, place stones under the front wheels as a precaution. 4. For automatic transmission models, always engage the parking brake and select the P (Park) gear under any circumstances.

[StJordan]

Parking on a slope requires extra attention to safety. I always slow down to the parking spot, firmly press the brake, and then pull the handbrake tightly to ensure it locks the wheels. Next, for an automatic transmission, shift directly to P (Park), and for a manual transmission, engage first gear or reverse gear, which utilizes the engine's resistance to secure the vehicle. A crucial step is turning the steering wheel so that the wheels face the curb or the upper edge of the road, so that if the car slips, it will be blocked. Finally, gently release the brake to check if the car moves, and only turn off the engine and exit the vehicle if everything is stable. The entire process should be calm and unhurried. Parking on a steep slope carries higher risks, especially during rain or snow when the car is more prone to sliding, so I always make it a habit to double-check. Some drivers place stones under the wheels for extra support, but I believe these basic steps are reliable enough.