200 yards to escape lane to the left for vehicles unable to stop on a steep hill
Blue rectangular countdown sign warning that a left-hand escape lane is 200 yards ahead for vehicles whose brakes fail on a steep downhill. The arrow clearly indicates the lane is on the left so you can position yourself in good time. These safety features are placed on long, steep descents where brake fade is a real risk, especially for heavy vehicles. Always treat the sign as a reminder to check your brakes and use a lower gear before the hill.
- Shape
- Rectangular
- Background
- Blue
- Border
- White
- Text type
- Other
- Primary symbol
- Arrow
- Secondary symbol
- Other
- Diagram reference
- 817.2
Where you'll see this sign
Steep downhill sections where the escape lane is positioned on the left.
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