Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

You park on the left, facing uphill. In which position should you leave the steering wheel?

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Turned to the right

Turned to the left

Straight ahead

In the locked position

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Turned to the rightThis was the right answer

When you park a vehicle facing uphill and on the left, turn the steering wheel to the right. If the parking brake fails, this will give the front wheels the least distance to travel before wedging against the kerb, preventing the vehicle from rolling further. It's also a good idea to leave the car in gear, or select 'P' on an automatic.

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Rule 252Highway Code rule · Secure a hill-parked vehicle with the parking brake, a suitable gear or Park and wheels turned so movement reaches the kerb.

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