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No Passing Zone: What It Means & What To Do

No Passing Zone (W14-3) - pennant (isosceles triangle) yellow with black construction sign: You are entering a no-passing zone
MUTCD CodeW14-3
CategoryConstruction Signs
ShapePennant (isosceles triangle)
ColorYellow with black

What Does the No Passing Zone Mean?

You are entering a no-passing zone. Do not pass other vehicles.

About This Sign

The triangular pennant-shaped sign marks the beginning of a no-passing zone, placed on the left side of the road.

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