Drivers should engage low gear for steep hill
Reminder to select a low gear before a steep hill for better engine braking. This sign is common on steep downhill sections. In the theory test it tests your awareness of brake fade and the need to use engine braking. Always check your brakes and select a lower gear before the hill.
- Shape
- Rectangular
- Background
- White
- Border
- Grey/Black
- Text type
- Other
- Diagram reference
- 525.0
Where you'll see this sign
Steep downhill sections.
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