Drivers should keep in low gear for 1.5 miles
Reminder to keep low gear for the next 1.5 miles. This sign is common on long steep descents. 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
- Number (Distance)
- Diagram reference
- 527.0
Where you'll see this sign
Long steep descents.
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