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Yield Ahead: What It Means & What To Do

Yield Ahead (W3-2) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: A yield sign is ahead
MUTCD CodeW3-2
CategoryWarning Signs
ShapeDiamond
ColorYellow with black

What Does the Yield Ahead Mean?

A yield sign is ahead. Be prepared to slow or stop.

About This Sign

This advance warning sign alerts drivers to a yield sign ahead, giving them time to adjust speed.

Commonly Confused With

Yield Sign (R1-2) - triangle (inverted) red and white regulatory sign: Slow down and be prepared to stop

Yield Sign

R1-2

Other Warning Signs

Sharp Turn (W1-1) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: A sharp turn is ahead

Sharp Turn

W1-1

Curve Ahead (W1-2) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: A curve is ahead

Curve Ahead

W1-2

Reverse Turn (W1-3) - diamond yellow with black warning sign: The road ahead makes two sharp turns in opposite directions

Reverse Turn

W1-3

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Yield Ahead mean?

A yield sign is ahead. Be prepared to slow or stop.

What shape and color is the Yield Ahead?

The Yield Ahead uses the Diamond shape and Yellow with black coloring.

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