Is it possible to access a private method of parent class from the child class in Java? <p>How do I call a private method in this type of parent class? What I have done is an ugly peice of code but it works though I don't think it's a real solution.</p> <p>Would really appreciate some advice on how this is done. I have looked to find solution but non that have given me some clarity on the matter. </p> <pre><code> public abstract class Car { public void passItOn(int a) { takesVariable(a); } private void takesVariable(int a) { //Process the variables } </code></pre> <p>the child:</p> <pre><code> public abstract class Wheel extends Car { boolean a = anotherMethod(); if(value() != a) { passItOn(a); } } </code></pre> <p>There is some issue with my accaptance rate but I am on it! All will give + marks for replies!!!</p>