Is Neutral Gear Required for Hill Start Parking?

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Stacy
07/29/25 10:23am
When parking at a designated spot on a slope, it is not necessary to shift to neutral gear or engage the handbrake. After the vehicle is properly parked, gradually release the clutch until the engine starts to vibrate, then release the brake to proceed. Turning signals are also not required for parallel parking. Below are additional tips: 1. Align with the center of the slope: Before ascending, align the reinforcement rib with the center of the slope or position the left wiper corner with the right edge of the slope. During practice, you can compare the distance (check the rearview mirror). 2. Parking at the designated spot: Drive slowly without stopping, and when reaching the spot, depress the clutch and brake simultaneously to park. Engage the handbrake and release it immediately. 3. Gradually depress the clutch: Listen for changes in the engine sound and feel the vibration (the sound becomes muffled), then stabilize the clutch without further depressing. Release the brake gently, and the car will move forward smoothly. If the car does not move forward or backward after releasing the brake, be especially cautious—lightly pressing the clutch a bit more will make it move forward, but pressing too hard may cause the engine to stall abruptly.
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