Side Road (Left): What It Means & What To Do
What Does the Side Road (Left) Mean?
A side road enters from the left ahead. Watch for turning traffic.
About This Sign
This sign warns that a road joins from the left. Be alert for vehicles entering or crossing from that direction.
Where you will see it
This sign appears on a main road where a smaller road joins from the left. Traffic may enter your road, or cross it, from the left side.
What to do
- Look to the left for vehicles entering or crossing.
- Cover the brake if a car waits at the side road.
- Stay alert for turning traffic near the junction.
A common mistake
Drivers sometimes focus on oncoming traffic and forget the junction. A vehicle on the left side road may pull across your path, so keep scanning until you are past it.
What to remember for the test
This is the mirror image of the right-side road sign. The small line joins from the left, so your attention goes to the left side of the road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Side Road (Left) mean?
A side road enters from the left ahead. Watch for turning traffic.
What shape and color is the Side Road (Left)?
The Side Road (Left) uses the Diamond shape and Yellow with black coloring.
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