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Tunnel

Tunnel: what it means

Sign W319

What it means

There is a tunnel ahead.

What you must do

Slow down and switch your headlights on in the dim position.

Where you see it

On any road, especially in mountainous areas.

Remember

Tunnel: slow down, headlights on dim.

Test yourself

  1. Question 1

    The Tunnel warning sign may be displayed on any road. In which areas in particular is it found?

    • A In mountainous areas
    • B In rural areas
    • C In areas near railway crossings
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    Answer: A: In mountainous areas

    The Tunnel sign can be on any road, but you find it most in mountainous areas.

  2. Question 2

    Which of these signs warns that there is a tunnel ahead?

    A
    B
    C
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    Answer: Picture A

    This sign warns you that a tunnel is ahead.

  3. Question 3

    At a Tunnel warning sign, a driver must slow down and switch on the headlights of the vehicle. In which position must the headlights be?

    • A The bright position
    • B The parking light position
    • C The dim position
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    Answer: C: The dim position

    At a Tunnel sign you slow down and switch your headlights on in the dim position.

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