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

You're parking on the left, facing downhill. You apply the parking brake firmly. What further safety precautions should you take?

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Turn your wheels to the left and select reverse gear

Turn your wheels to the right and select reverse gear

Keep your wheels straight and select fifth gear

Keep your wheels straight and select neutral

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Turn your wheels to the left and select reverse gearThis was the right answer

Turning the wheels to the left will ensure that if the vehicle rolls forward, it will immediately contact the kerb. The use of reverse gear will help by using the resistance of the engine to prevent the vehicle from rolling forwards should the parking brake fail.

Reviewed reading for this question

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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