Then spin the wheel back in the opposite direction and slowly drive forward until your car is aligned in the parallel parking space.
5. Be careful when using the brake and accelerator pedals
Since the parking area is not very wide, drivers need to be more careful when using the brake and accelerator pedals. Avoid pressing the accelerator too hard to keep the vehicle from driving aggressively.
The driver must be able to control the brake pedal and accelerator pedal in a balanced manner, because if it cannot be balanced, there is a risk of colliding with another car. Also, use the left and right car mirror to know the parking area clearly.
6. Use the handbrake if necessary
After parking the car, make sure your car is right between the parking markers and not sticking out. Also make sure there is enough space between your car and the car in front and behind to be able to open the car door safely.
Before leaving the location, apply the handbrake to make the vehicle stop and remain in position for a while.
When parallel parking, you need to consider whether or not you need to apply the handbrake. This can be adjusted to the environmental conditions, the road contour or you can ask the local parking attendant.
If you have a problem with the automatic transmission lever when the park position is parallel to the lever position in N, you can refer to the Suzuki vehicle’s owner’s manual.
7. Routine training
The more often you parallel park your car, the easier it will be for you. Regular practice can help you improve your technique and become more confident when parallel parking.
“When the car is in a situation where the glass door is tightly closed, the driver must ensure that the air conditioner, vehicle lights and sound are turned off before exiting the car,” he said.
Then, be careful not to leave any valuables in the car to avoid any unwanted incidents.
“Do not leave flammable objects and put them in a shady place so that the car is protected from the sun,” advises Hariadi.
