How to Master the U-turn.
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After checking for traffic, signal right to curb. Get as close
to the curb as possible. Signal left. Turn your wheel to the left and
check ahead, your rearview mirror, side mirror and blind spot. When
traffic is clear in both directions proceed slowly. Bring your vehicle to a
stop near the opposite curb. Do not rush through this maneuver. After shifting,
turn the wheel all the way to the right as you back. Back far enough so that
when you pull forward you will clear the curb. When all traffic is clear,
proceed into the proper lane smoothly and quickly. And there you go!
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If you find
yourself having inadvertently turned down a dead-end road, or that the road
ahead is blocked, you will need to get your vehicle turned around safely.
You can do so by
executing a safe and proper U-Turn, if road width permits.
A 3-Point Turn may be necessary for narrower
roadways.
Learn how to
efficiently and safely master the U-Turn in just a few easy steps.
What is a U-turn?
A U-turn
essentially means you are turning your vehicle 180 degrees on a street in the
opposing direction.
If you needed to go
back the other direction quickly, you would perform a U-turn (unless
prohibited, we’ll get to that later).
What are the
Recommended Steps for Making a U-turn?
First, be certain
the U-turn is legal before attempting to make one and double check to make sure
there is not a safer alternative.
Signs will be
posted saying “no U-turn” or a sign similar to the ones below with be visible.
Often times U-turns
are prohibited on curves, hills and freeways.
Also, make sure you
are aware and take note of your local traffic laws regarding the U-turn before
attempting to complete one.
How to Execute and
Master the Three Point U-turn
1. Check for traffic. After
checking for traffic, signal right to curb.
2. Position your
vehicle. Get as close to the curb as possible.
3. Signal left. Turn your wheel to
the left and check ahead, your rearview mirror, side mirror and blind
spot. When traffic is clear in both directions proceed slowly. Bring your
vehicle to a stop near the opposite curb. Do not rush through this maneuver.
4. Shift into reverse. After
shifting, turn the wheel all the way to the right as you back. Back far enough
so that when you pull forward you will clear the curb.
5. Stop, shift into
drive and check traffic. When all traffic is clear, proceed into the proper
lane smoothly and quickly.
And there you go!
Now you know how to
properly and safely execute the U-turn. Bon voyage and safe travels!
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