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Engage lower gear

Engage lower gear: what it means

Sign GS505, TGS505

What it means

It warns that it is necessary to engage a lower gear because of a steep descent (downhill).

What you must do

Engage (change to) a lower gear.

Where you see it

On the left-hand side of the road.

Remember

Steep descent: lower gear.

Test yourself

  1. Question 1

    Which of these signs warns that, because of a steep descent, it is necessary to engage a lower gear?

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    Answer: Picture A

    The Engage lower gear sign warns that you need a lower gear because of a steep descent.

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