Revision question · Safety margins

What should you do when you park a car facing downhill?

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Turn the steering wheel towards the kerb

Park close to the bumper of another car

Park with two wheels on the kerb

Turn the steering wheel away from the kerb

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Turn the steering wheel towards the kerbThis was the right answer

Turning the wheels towards the kerb will allow them to act as a chock, preventing any forward movement of the vehicle. It will also help to leave your car in gear, or select ‘Park’ if you have an automatic.

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Rule 252Highway Code rule · When parking downhill, turn the wheels towards the kerb and secure the vehicle appropriately.

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