What to Do If You Keep Crossing the Line When Reversing into a Parking Space?
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During practice, mentally note the approximate positions of each reference point. To find the correct reference points, you must first fix the position of the seat and mirrors. In the second subject (parking test), use the clutch to control the speed. If the speed is too fast, press the clutch down slightly; if it's too slow, release the clutch a bit. After adjusting the mirrors and controlling the speed properly, aim for the reference points and turn the steering wheel decisively to the correct position.
I've been practicing reverse parking for several months and have summarized some practical tips. Before each practice session, I readjust the seat and rearview mirrors to ensure a fixed sitting posture. Steering wheel control should be initiated early but not too abruptly - start turning when one-third of the parking space corner becomes visible in the mirror, as slower speeds allow more adjustment room. After the car body enters the space, observe the rear wheel positions from both sides, making slight steering corrections (within a quarter turn) toward the wider side. I specifically drew standard parking lines with chalk in a parking lot, practicing ten sessions each morning and evening while carefully recording exact positions where wheels crossed lines. I've found the most crucial reference point is when the rear door handle appears parallel to the parking line in the mirror - identifying this accurately has significantly improved my success rate.
