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Swedish Road Signs and Traffic Sign Meanings

T22 Text Sign: Essential Written Instructions for Drivers

T22 - Text Swedish road sign meaning

The T22 road sign, often called a 'Text' supplementary plate, provides crucial written instructions that can't be conveyed by standard symbols. It's used to add specific details, local exceptions, or conditions to the main sign it accompanies. Drivers must always read and adhere to the text presented, as it is legally binding and directly impacts how you should drive or behave in that specific situation. Always slow down to ensure you fully understand the written message and apply it correctly.

About the T22 - Text road sign

Learn the key details of the T22 - Text road sign, including its function, what it communicates to drivers, and how it applies in real traffic situations in Sweden. Use this overview to understand the sign clearly and recognise it confidently during the Swedish driving theory exam.

Definition of T22

This supplementary plate contains written text that adds a specific instruction, condition, or clarification to the sign above. It is used when the required message cannot be expressed using standard supplementary plates or combinations of them. The text may define local exceptions, special users, temporary conditions, or area specific rules. Drivers must read and follow the wording exactly because it is legally meaningful in context. Because it varies by location, it is important to slow down and ensure you understand the instruction before proceeding.

Meaning of T22

Provides an additional instruction that cannot be given using other supplementary plates.

Allowed actions for T22

Read the text carefully and apply it together with the main signAdjust your driving or parking behavior to comply with the wordingSeek an alternative route or action if you cannot comply

Prohibited actions for T22

Ignoring the written condition because it is not a symbolAssuming it is only informational when it modifies a ruleFollowing the main sign without applying the text condition

T22 - Text road sign FAQ

Get clear, practical answers to the most common questions about the T22 - Text road sign. Learn how the sign works, what rules it represents, and how it affects real driving situations. This FAQ strengthens your understanding and supports accurate decision making for the Swedish driving theory exam in Sweden.

What is the purpose of the T22 'Text' supplementary road sign?

The T22 sign's purpose is to provide additional, specific instructions or clarifications that cannot be communicated through other supplementary plates or symbols. It's a way to convey unique local rules, temporary conditions, or special user requirements that modify the main sign's message.

How should I react when I see the T22 sign with another road sign?

You must read the written text on the T22 sign very carefully and apply its instruction in conjunction with the main sign. Treat the text as a binding rule. For example, if the main sign indicates a parking restriction and the T22 sign says 'except residents', you must understand that only residents are exempt from the parking rule.

Can the T22 'Text' sign change the meaning of the main sign completely?

Yes, the T22 sign can significantly alter or specify the main sign's meaning. It might introduce an exception, define a specific time period, indicate which vehicles are affected, or clarify a condition. Never assume the T22 sign is merely informational; it always modifies the primary instruction.

What are common mistakes learners make with T22 signs in the theory test?

A common mistake is to ignore the written text on the T22 sign, assuming the main sign is more important or that the text is just a suggestion. Learners might also fail to understand that the text is a legally enforceable condition, leading to incorrect answers about required actions. Always interpret the text as a direct instruction.

Where might I typically encounter a T22 'Text' supplementary sign?

You might see T22 signs in various places where standard signs need specific local context. This could be in urban areas with complex parking rules, near specific facilities that affect traffic flow, or on roads with temporary diversions or unique priority situations. The text will always explain the specific local context.

T22 - Text road sign image

A clear reference image of the T22 - Text road sign used in Sweden.

T22 - Text road sign

Other names for the T22 - Text

The T22 - Text road sign may also be known by these alternative names or terms.

Additional instructionLocal text conditionSupplementary textWritten condition plate

Supplementary Plates (T) road sign category

The T22 - Text road sign is part of the Supplementary Plates (T) category, which groups together signs with similar rules and functions.

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