1993 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 144

Vbur Own Signals Drivers signalto others, too. It's not only more polite, it's safer let other to drivers know whatyou are doing. And in some places the law requires driver signals. NO PASSING ZONE Turn and Lane Change Signals: Always signal whenyou plan to turn or Pavement Markings change lanes. Pavement markings add to traffic signs If necessary,you can use hand signals and signals. They give information to out the window: e t arm straight out Lf drivers without taking attention from the for a left turn, down for slowor aboutroadway. A solid yellow line on your turn. to-stop, and up for a right side of the road or lane meansDon't Slowing Down: If time allows, tap the cross. brake pedal once twice in advance of or slowing or stopping. This warns the driver behind you. Disabled: Your four-way flashers signal or that your vehicle is disabled is a hazard. See the Index under Hazard Warning Flashers. REVERSIBLE U N E ON MULTILANEROADWAY Many city roads and expressways,and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving that in A lane at that time. green arrow means you may drive in that lane.Look €or the hours signs posted to warn drivers what and days these systemsare in effect. TI#% Officer The traffic police officeris also a source of important information.The officer's signals govern, no matter what the traffic lights or other signssay. The next section discusses some of the road conditionsyou may encounter. 143