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Practice Parking

Complete step-by-step checklist to practice parking covering practice parallel parking steps and check mirrors and backup camera, and essential action items.

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Practice parallel parking steps

Practice backing into spots on quiet side streets first

Check mirrors and backup camera

Scan all directions when reversing into parking slot

Center vehicle within lines

Park straight to allow adjacent cars to open doors

Set electronic parking brake

Engage parking brake when parking on hills or slopes

Check mirrors before exit

Look for cyclists or cars before opening driver door

Avoid parking blocking fire hydrants

Confirm car is at least 15 feet away from hydrants

Verify parking sign rules

Read street signs for street cleanings or permit rules

Check curb paint colors

Do not park at red/yellow curbs; check green time limits

Practice angle parking lines

Align vehicle centered in angled shopping mall slots

Secure vehicle cabin items

Lock bags and chargers in trunk; hide valuables from view

Test parking sensor alarms

Check if bumper safety sensors sound when backing near poles

Check wall distance limits

Ensure rear bumper has clearance space from garage walls