Obligation to warn of maneuvers is one of the topics in the Driving maneuvers block of the Spanish DGT theory. Overtaking, changes of direction, stopping, parking, lighting and warnings. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.
In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that as a general rule, such warnings will be made using the vehicle's light signals or, failing that, with the arm. The validity of those made with the arm will be subject to their being perceptible to other road users and being carried out in accordance with the rules of the following article, and will cancel any other optical indication that contradicts them.
Manoeuvres are tested with practical cases; remember the correct order: observe, signal and only then carry out the manoeuvre.
As a general rule, such warnings will be made using the vehicle's light signals or, failing that, with the arm.
The validity of those made with the arm will be subject to their being perceptible to other road users and being carried out in accordance with the provisions of the following article, and will cancel any other optical indication that contradicts them.
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