When Does the Timing Start for Parallel Parking?
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From entering the parallel parking area to exiting the parallel parking area. Timing starts as soon as the vehicle enters the parallel parking test area, and ends when the vehicle exits the parallel parking test area. The time interval must not exceed 90 seconds. Below are the precautions for the Subject 2 driving test: 1. Fasten your seat belt: Buckle up as soon as you get in the car. Remember not to fasten the seat belt backward or on the passenger side, otherwise the system will directly judge the test as a failure. Do not unfasten the seat belt at will during the entire test. 2. Adjust the seat, etc.: After getting in the car, adjust the seat, adjust the rearview mirror, fasten the seat belt, turn on the left turn signal, shift into first gear, and release the handbrake. These six steps are indispensable. Make sure all preparations are complete before starting. 3. No stopping during the process: There is no time limit for reversing into the garage, but it is important to note that stopping during the reversing process is not allowed. If the wheels remain stationary for 3 seconds, the system will judge it as stopping midway. Therefore, controlling the speed is crucial. 4. The time for hill start is 30 seconds: The time for hill start is 30 seconds, and the system will give a voice prompt every 10 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds will directly result in a failure.
I've accompanied my friend to practice driving many times and specifically asked the instructor about the timing rules for parallel parking. Basically, during the test, once you shift into reverse gear and the wheels start moving backward, the system automatically starts timing. This timing point is crucial—many people get so nervous they can't even hold the steering wheel steady. The entire parallel parking operation must be completed within 90 seconds, from starting to reverse until the car is fully parked and the handbrake is engaged. If you dawdle, cross the solid line, or forget to signal during the process, you'll fail immediately. The key is to practice more to get a feel for it—who actually parks with a stopwatch in real-life driving?
