Where is the automatic parking button for the Buick GL8?

[CooperDella]

The automatic parking button for the Buick GL8 is located on the first row of the dashboard, the second button from the right. Below is some relevant information about the Buick GL8: Introduction to the Buick GL8: Since its debut in 1999, the Buick GL8 has undergone five generations of innovation and has won the favor of over 1.2 million users. Vehicle Description: The new generation Buick GL8 Avenir family has body dimensions of 5219mm × 1878mm × 1799mm and a wheelbase of 3088mm. The exclusive Avenir design elements are particularly striking throughout the vehicle: the exclusive three-dimensional mesh grille is inspired by the chainmail of medieval nobility, crafted with exquisite metal weaving techniques, presenting an elegant rhythm under different angles and light reflections.

[McLeila]

Last time I drove my brother-in-law's GL8, I spent ages looking for the parking button, only to find it right next to the gear shift! Among the row of buttons on the center console, there's one with a steering wheel and the letter P icon—it's a recessed circular button. To use it, you first drive next to the parking spot, press it to let the system detect the space, then shift into reverse and release the steering wheel for automatic operation. Remember to keep your foot on the brake for assistance—recognition slows down in rainy weather, and you'll need to take over if there are obstacles. This feature makes parallel parking effortless, so tight mall parking spots no longer risk scratching your rims. Buick's design placing it where your right hand naturally rests is quite logical, and it's easy to spot with just a glance while driving.

[DeAnderson]

When repairing cars, people often ask where the GL8 automatic parking button is. Actually, on the 2023 model, it's located on the left panel of the gear shift lever, right next to the driving mode knob. The silver metallic button with a parking symbol is more conveniently positioned compared to the older models. Activation requires driving below 20 km/h. After pressing it, the dashboard displays radar scanning, and the steering wheel will slightly vibrate as a prompt. However, note that the system may not work if ground markings are unclear, and wall reflections can also affect the ultrasonic sensors. It's recommended for beginners to practice a few times in an open area first to get familiar with the feeling of automatic steering, especially since the car is over 5 meters long, making parking in mechanical spaces quite a technical challenge.

[DelFaith]

When I first got the GL8, the salesperson taught me that the automatic parking button is located in the row below the central air conditioning knob. It's a black round button with a white 'P' symbol, and it makes a clicking sound when pressed. I found that the windows must be closed for it to activate, and the recognition rate drops by half on rainy days. Once in a supermarket underground garage, the system mistook a shopping cart for a wall and suddenly braked hard, giving me a cold sweat. Now I only use it in standard parking spaces, and it even automatically straightens the steering wheel after parking. I recommend not relying on it completely—always check the rearview mirrors, as repairs for scratches can be quite expensive.