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Dangerous bends
The sign warns of several dangerous bends in succession, the first of which goes to the left.
When you see the sign
Reduce your speed before the first bend, which goes to the left, and be prepared for several dangerous bends in succession. Adjust your position and speed so that you can stop within the section of road you can see clearly.
Rules
- Skilt 102.2 warns of several dangerous bends in succession, not just a single bend.
- The first bend goes to the left; the following bends may alternate or have a different course from what the symbol alone indicates.
- You must choose a speed that is appropriate for the visibility, road grip, bends and other conditions, even if the sign does not indicate a specific speed limit.
- An supplementary plate may provide information about the distance to the dangerous section or the length of the section to which the warning applies.
Tips
- Brake on the straight road before the first left-hand bend, so that heavy braking in the bend can be avoided.
- Look well through the bend and shift your focus towards the next curve without crossing the centre line.
- Pay particular attention to oncoming vehicles that may cut the bend, and keep a good distance from the centre line.
- Expect reduced road grip and poorer visibility in the bends, especially in rain, on ice, with fallen leaves or where there are high snowbanks.
Common misconceptions
- Thinking that the sign warns of only one dangerous left-hand bend. The sign applies to several dangerous bends in succession.
- Confusing it with Skilt 102.1. On Skilt 102.2, the first bend goes to the left, while on 102.1 it goes to the right.
- Thinking that the sign sets a specific speed limit. It is a warning sign, and the driver must adjust their speed to the conditions.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign warn about?
- AOne dangerous bend, turning left
- BSeveral dangerous bends in succession, with the first bend turning left
- CA steep downhill gradient beginning after the sign
- DSeveral dangerous bends in succession, with the first bend turning right
Medium
You encounter this sign on a wet road with limited visibility. What should you do?
- AI maintain the signposted speed because the sign establishes the permitted speed
- BI maintain the same speed because the sign only provides information about the direction
- CI adjust my speed to the visibility, road grip and the bends ahead
- DI brake only before the first bend and then increase my speed
Hard
What distinguishes this sign from the corresponding sign where the symbol starts towards the lower right?
- AThis warns of several dangerous bends, with the first bend turning right
- BThis warns of one dangerous bend turning left
- CThis warns of one dangerous bend turning right
- DThis warns of several dangerous bends, with the first bend turning left
Theory test tip
Look carefully at which direction the symbol starts at the bottom. A common trap is to choose “dangerous bend to the left” or “several bends, first to the right”, when the correct answer is several dangerous bends with the first bend to the left.
Did you know
The direction of the lower part of the black curve symbol shows which way the first bend goes. The sign is typically used before winding sections of road where several curves together create a greater hazard than a single bend.
Frequently asked questions
Does the sign mean that all the bends go to the left?
No. It only indicates that the first bend goes to the left and that several dangerous bends follow in succession.
How much do I need to reduce my speed?
The sign does not indicate a specific speed. You must choose a speed that allows you to remain in control and stop within the section of road that is clearly visible.
What is the difference between Skilt 102.2 and 100.2?
Skilt 102.2 warns of several dangerous bends, with the first one to the left. Skilt 100.2 warns of only one dangerous bend to the left.
Can a supplementary plate show how long the hazard lasts?
Yes. A supplementary plate may, among other things, indicate the distance to the dangerous section or the length of the section.
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