How to Use Reference Points and Steer the Wheel for Reversing into the Garage with a Pickup Truck in Subject 2?
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When the lower edge of the left rearview mirror aligns with the stop line, turn the steering wheel fully to the left. If the distance between the vehicle body and the garage corner is less than 30 centimeters, turn the steering wheel half a turn to the left, and if that's not enough, add another quarter to half a turn. When the vehicle body is parallel to the garage boundary line in the rearview mirror, straighten the steering wheel. During the process of exiting the garage for left-side reversing, when the left rearview mirror shows the wheel crossing the garage boundary line, turn the steering wheel fully to the left.
When it comes to reversing a pickup truck into a parking space, it took me several attempts to figure it out. The key points mainly involve using the rearview mirror to align with the garage lines and corners. As you slowly reverse in, when the rear corner of the garage appears in the mirror at a position slightly below the middle, it's time to quickly turn the steering wheel. Pickup trucks have a long body and a large turning radius, making them less agile than compact cars, so I recommend turning the wheel earlier—about 15-20 cm sooner than with a regular car—and giving it a full or near-full turn. This helps the rear end swing in smoothly. Be decisive but not too forceful when turning the wheel to avoid wheel slippage. Keep a close eye on the rearview mirror, and once the car is parallel to the garage lines, straighten the wheel promptly. A common mistake beginners make is turning too late, leading to scraping or crossing the line. Practice by placing tape on the ground to simulate reference points and get familiar with the vehicle's dimensions—this will boost confidence during the test. Remember, pickup truck mirrors are higher and offer a wider view, but blind spots are also larger, so always turn your head to check the sides for safety.
