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Lane direction sign
The sign shows which destinations the lanes are intended for. 719 (Examples)
When you see the sign
Find your destination on the sign and position yourself in the lane shown for that destination. Check your mirrors and blind spot, signal, and change lanes well in advance if this can be done without impeding or disrupting other road users.
Rules
- Sign 717 shows which destinations the individual lanes are intended for.
- You must follow the arrow or lane layout that connects your destination to the correct lane.
- Any necessary lane change must be made according to the usual rules: You must give way to traffic in the lane you want to enter.
- The sign does not cancel requirements indicated by lane arrows, solid lines or other traffic signs.
Tips
- Read the destinations early and choose your lane before traffic becomes heavy or the dividing line becomes solid.
- Look for both the main destination and any road numbers or local destinations that confirm the correct lane.
- Do not brake sharply if you discover that you are in the wrong lane; continue safely and find a new route.
- Distinguish this sign from a portalvegviser: A Kjørefeltvegviser is normally positioned beside the carriageway, whereas a portalvegviser is placed above the lanes.
Common misconceptions
- Many people think the sign warns how many lanes there will be further ahead. Instead, it shows which destinations the relevant lanes are intended for.
- Some confuse it with a portalvegviser, which provides similar information on signs positioned above the lanes.
- Some change lanes immediately without giving way. The sign does not give you priority when changing lanes.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign mean?
- AIt shows which exit is the first one along the road.
- BIt shows the distance to all destinations along the relevant road.
- CIt shows which destinations the individual lanes are intended for.
- DIt shows how many lanes the road will have after the next junction.
Medium
You are in the left lane, but the sign shows that your destination belongs to the right lane. A car is driving beside you in the right lane. What should you do?
- AAdjust your speed, give way to the car and change lanes when it is safe.
- BStop in the left lane and wait until the right lane is empty.
- CChange lanes immediately because the sign gives you the right to enter the correct lane.
- DIncrease your speed and force your way in front of the car in the right lane.
Hard
The sign shows that your destination belongs to the lane on the other side of a solid line. You notice this too late. What should you do?
- ACross the solid line because the destination is indicated in the adjacent lane.
- BContinue in your own lane and find a lawful route onward.
- CCross the solid line if there is no other traffic.
- DStop in the lane and wait for an opportunity to change lanes.
Theory test tip
Pay close attention to the sign's position and function in the image. A common trap is to choose kjørefeltorienteringstavle 707, which indicates the number of lanes leading towards an intersection or exit, or portalvegviser 719, which is positioned above the lanes.
Did you know
Kjørefeltvegviser is used particularly where several lanes lead towards different destinations, but the signs are positioned beside the carriageway. The Regulations on road signs show design variants of sign 717 through the examples under sign 719.
Frequently asked questions
What does sign 717 Kjørefeltvegviser indicate?
It shows which destinations the individual lanes are intended for. You should choose the lane connected to your destination.
Do I have priority when I need to change lanes because of the sign?
No. When changing lanes, you must give way to traffic in the lane you want to enter, and you must check your mirrors and blind spot and signal.
What is the difference between a Kjørefeltvegviser and a portalvegviser?
Both show which destinations the lanes are intended for. A Kjørefeltvegviser is normally positioned beside the carriageway, whereas a portalvegviser is mounted above the lanes.
What should I do if I am already in the wrong lane?
Change lanes only if it is permitted and can be done safely. If you cannot do so without a sudden or illegal manoeuvre, continue in your current lane and find a safe alternative route.
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