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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Finland
True/false 17 Finland 32 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 40 Show all 639
Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

251. Why can fog make it difficult to judge the speed of other vehicles?

✓ Limited visibility makes distances and movement harder to estimate.
Fog makes vehicles appear larger than they are.
Fog causes vehicles to travel at uneven speeds.
Fog makes road markings appear closer together.

Fog reduces visual information, making it harder to judge how far away another vehicle is and how quickly it is approaching.

Other traffic partly obscured by fog
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What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

252. What should you do if another vehicle is signalling to turn?

✓ Do not rely on the signal alone, proceed only when it is safe.
Enter the road before the vehicle reaches you.
Use your horn and proceed immediately.
Pull out because the vehicle will turn.

An indicator shows an intention, but it does not guarantee that the driver will turn. The signal may have been left on accidentally or the driver's intentions may change. Observe the vehicle's speed and position and proceed only when you are sure it is safe.

Another vehicle signalling to turn
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What should you do at a railway crossing with warning lights flashing?

253. What should you do at a railway crossing with warning lights flashing?

Continue if you cannot see or hear a train.
Cross quickly before the train reaches the crossing.
✓ Stop before the crossing and wait until it is safe to proceed.
Follow the vehicle ahead across the tracks.

Flashing warning lights mean a train may be approaching. Stop before the crossing and wait until the warning has ended and the crossing is clear.

Flashing warning lights at a railway crossing
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You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

254. You should check your mirrors before changing lanes.

False.
✓ True.

Checking your mirrors helps you see surrounding traffic before moving into another lane.

Driver checking a mirror before changing lanes
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What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

255. What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

The steering may lock.
The headlights may switch off.
✓ The engine may stall.
The parking brake may engage.

Releasing the clutch pedal too quickly when moving off can cause the engine to stall. Release the clutch smoothly through the biting point while applying the accelerator progressively.

Clutch release and engine stalling when moving off
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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

256. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

Increase speed to warm the brakes.
✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.
Brake hard several times to dry them quickly.
Ignore it if the vehicle still stops.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

257. What is the button on a seat-belt buckle used for?

To lock the seat in position.
✓ To release the seat belt.
To adjust the belt height.
To tighten the shoulder belt.

Pressing the button on the seat-belt buckle releases the latch so the belt can be unfastened. Keep the seat belt fastened whenever required while the vehicle is moving.

Release button on a seat-belt buckle
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Why should you leave a much larger following distance on an icy road?

258. Why should you leave a much larger following distance on an icy road?

To give the engine more time to warm up.
To prevent ice from forming on the windscreen.
✓ Because stopping distances can be much longer.
Because ice increases tyre wear.

Tyres have much less grip on ice, so braking takes longer. Extra distance gives you more time to slow down safely.

Following distance between vehicles on an icy road
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Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

259. Can coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music replace proper rest when you are tired?

Yes, but only during daylight.
Yes, if the journey is less than one hour.
Only coffee can replace proper rest.
✓ No, they may only increase alertness temporarily.

Coffee, energy drinks, fresh air, or loud music may make you feel more alert for a short time, but they do not remove fatigue. If you are too tired to drive safely, stop somewhere safe and get proper rest.

Stimulant drinks and driver tiredness
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Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence B?

260. Which vehicle type is mainly associated with driving licence B?

Moped.
Truck.
Bus.
✓ Car.

Driving licence B is mainly associated with cars. Category B covers ordinary cars, while category B with Code 96 and category BE allow heavier trailer combinations.

Driving licence card for category B
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What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

261. What should you do when an automatic vehicle is stationary in D?

Select reverse gear.
✓ Keep the brake pedal pressed.
Release the parking brake.
Press the accelerator lightly.

An automatic vehicle may creep forward when D (Drive) is selected, even without pressing the accelerator. Keep the brake pedal pressed while stationary to prevent unintended movement.

Automatic gear selector in Drive and brake-pedal control
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What should you do when driving near animals?

262. What should you do when driving near animals?

Maintain speed if they remain beside the road.
Move closer so you can pass before they react.
Flash your headlights repeatedly to warn them.
✓ Slow down and be ready to stop.

Animals can move unpredictably. Slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop safely.

Animals near moving road traffic
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Why should you obey traffic signs?

263. Why should you obey traffic signs?

To avoid checking for other road users.
To let you drive at the maximum permitted speed.
To make other drivers responsible for your safety.
✓ To improve safety for everyone.

Traffic signs help organise traffic and improve safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Traffic signs using Vienna-style designs
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

264. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Cabin fan speed.
Air conditioning.
✓ Airflow direction.
Cabin temperature adjustment.

This control selects the direction of the ventilation airflow, such as towards the face, feet or windscreen.

Control for directing cabin ventilation airflow
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What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

265. What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

Activates the rear wiper.
✓ Operates the windscreen wipers once.
Sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen.
Runs the wipers continuously.

The single-wipe position operates the windscreen wipers for one sweep and then stops. It is useful when only a small amount of water or spray needs to be cleared from the windscreen.

Single-wipe setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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What can selecting a lower gear provide in a manual vehicle?

266. What can selecting a lower gear provide in a manual vehicle?

Higher tyre pressure.
A shorter steering ratio.
✓ Greater engine braking.
Automatic parking-brake operation.

Selecting a suitable lower gear can increase engine braking, helping the vehicle slow or control its speed without relying entirely on the brakes.

Manual gear selection for engine braking
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How should a motorcyclist brake in an emergency?

267. How should a motorcyclist brake in an emergency?

Use only the rear brake.
Release both brakes before stopping.
✓ Apply both brakes firmly and progressively.
Steer sharply while braking hard.

During emergency braking, use both brakes firmly and progressively while keeping the motorcycle as upright and stable as practical. Avoid sudden steering. If ABS is fitted, maintain firm braking pressure and allow the system to work.

Motorcyclist making an emergency stop
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What does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

268. What does the AUTO setting on the lighting control do?

It switches on the front fog lights.
It flashes the headlights automatically.
It switches on the hazard warning lights.
✓ It switches the headlights on or off automatically when needed.

The AUTO lighting setting allows the vehicle to switch its exterior lights on or off automatically according to ambient light conditions. The driver remains responsible for ensuring that the correct lights are being used.

AUTO setting on the vehicle's lighting control
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Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

269. Which selector position is used to drive the vehicle backwards?

N (Neutral).
D (Drive).
P (Park).
✓ R (Reverse).

Select R (Reverse) when you need to drive the vehicle backwards. The vehicle should be stationary before selecting Reverse.

Automatic gear selector with P, R, N and D positions
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What does the ON position of a traditional ignition switch normally do?

270. What does the ON position of a traditional ignition switch normally do?

Turns the starter motor.
Locks the steering.
✓ Switches on the vehicle's electrical systems without operating the starter.
Switches off all electrical accessories.

The ON position normally switches on the vehicle's electrical and ignition systems without operating the starter motor. The engine is started by turning the key further to the START position.

ON position on a traditional ignition switch
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Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

271. Why can temporary road surfaces increase stopping distance?

✓ Loose gravel, mud, or uneven material may reduce tyre grip.
Construction dust increases tyre pressure.
Temporary roads always slope downhill.
Temporary surfaces make the brakes colder.

Temporary surfaces may provide less grip than normal asphalt. Reduce speed and allow more distance for braking.

Loose or uneven road surface through roadworks
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Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

272. Should rear-seat passengers be securely restrained?

✓ Yes, using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate.
Yes, but only children need restraints in the rear.
No, only front-seat occupants need to be restrained.
Only if the vehicle does not have rear airbags.

Rear-seat passengers should be securely restrained using seat belts or suitable child restraints as appropriate. Proper restraint reduces the risk of serious injury and prevents occupants from being thrown around or forwards in a collision.

Rear-seat passengers secured for a journey
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What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

273. What should you do when reversing with a trailer?

Make large steering corrections as soon as it turns.
✓ Reverse slowly and make small steering corrections.
Ask a guide to stand directly behind the trailer.
Reverse quickly to keep the trailer straight.

Trailers react quickly to steering while reversing. Move slowly, observe carefully, and use a guide only from a safe visible position.

Vehicle reversing with a trailer
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What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

274. What should you do with a child restraint after a collision?

Use it normally after tightening the straps.
Repair damaged parts yourself.
Replace only the seat cover.
✓ Follow the manufacturer's instructions about inspection or replacement.

A child restraint may be damaged in a collision even when the damage is not obvious. Follow the manufacturer's instructions, as the restraint may need to be inspected or replaced before it is used again.

Child car seat requiring inspection after a collision
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Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

275. Why should you avoid resting your hand on the gear lever while driving?

It can increase engine speed.
It can apply the parking brake.
✓ It can cause unnecessary wear in the gear-selection mechanism.
It can disengage the clutch.

Resting your hand on the gear lever can place unnecessary pressure on parts of the gear-selection mechanism and contribute to wear. Keep both hands on the steering wheel when you are not changing gear.

Driver's hand resting on a manual gear lever
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Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

276. Why should you check for motorcyclists before changing lanes?

Motorcycles always travel faster than other traffic.
✓ Motorcycles can be harder to see and may be in your blind spot.
Motorcyclists must stop when a car changes lanes.
Motorcycles need more road space than cars.

Motorcyclists are smaller and can be hidden in blind spots. Check mirrors, signal, and look carefully before changing lanes.

Motorcycle near a vehicle preparing to change lanes
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What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

277. What is important when raising a vehicle with its jack?

Raise the vehicle before applying the parking brake.
Use any solid-looking part underneath the vehicle.
✓ Use the correct jacking point and never go underneath a vehicle on a jack.
Place the jack on soft ground to prevent floor damage.

A jack can slip or fail if it is incorrectly positioned. Secure the vehicle and use additional approved supports before working underneath it.

Vehicle raised at a jacking point for a wheel change
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What should you do when approaching a curve with poor visibility?

278. What should you do when approaching a curve with poor visibility?

✓ Slow down and stay in your lane.
Follow the vehicle ahead closely through the curve.
Brake only after entering the curve if necessary.
Move slightly toward the centre for a better view.

A curve can hide oncoming traffic, obstacles, cyclists, or pedestrians. Reduce speed and keep a safe position.

Road bend with a restricted view ahead
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Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

279. Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

They could make the dashboard harder to clean.
They could make the airbag deploy too slowly.
✓ They could interfere with deployment and become dangerous projectiles.
They could cause the airbag warning light to stay on.

Do not place or attach objects over an airbag cover or in an airbag's deployment area. They may interfere with the airbag as it inflates and could be thrown towards occupants when the airbag deploys.

Objects placed over a vehicle's airbag cover
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What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

280. What should you do if visibility is reduced by fog?

✓ Slow down and use the correct lights.
Maintain normal speed if the road markings are visible.
Use hazard lights instead of normal headlights.
Use main beam to see further through the fog.

Fog makes it harder to see and be seen. Reduce speed, increase following distance, and use the correct lights.

Fog reducing visibility on a road
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How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

281. How should the interior rear-view mirror be adjusted?

To show the driver's face.
To point towards the left door mirror.
To show mainly the rear seats.
✓ To give a clear view through the rear window.

Adjust the interior rear-view mirror before driving so that you have a clear view through the rear window without needing to move your head significantly.

Adjusting the interior rear-view mirror
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Which control is normally used to operate the direction indicators?

282. Which control is normally used to operate the direction indicators?

The windscreen-wiper stalk.
✓ The steering-column indicator stalk.
The cruise-control button.
The headlight-level control.

The direction indicators are normally operated using a stalk beside the steering wheel. Moving the stalk up or down activates the indicators on the corresponding side of the vehicle.

Steering-column stalk for the direction indicators
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

283. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Windscreen washer.
Windscreen wiper speed.
Air recirculation.
Front windscreen demister.

This symbol indicates the windscreen washer. Operating the control sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen and normally activates the wipers to help clean the glass.

Windscreen-washer control and spray symbol
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What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

284. What should you do if you have taken drugs that may impair your driving?

✓ Do not drive.
Drive slowly and avoid motorways.
Drink coffee before driving.
Drive only on familiar roads.

Drugs can impair judgement, coordination, concentration, and reaction time. Their effects can be unpredictable and may continue after you feel that the main effects have passed. Do not drive while impaired.

Drug impairment and the decision not to drive
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

285. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Anti-lock braking system.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Electronic stability control.
Low tyre pressure.

This symbol relates to the electronic stability control (ESC) system. It may flash when the system is actively helping to maintain stability. If it remains illuminated, the system may be switched off or have a fault.

Electronic stability control symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

286. What should you do when approaching a temporary lane closure?

Ignore the temporary signs if your lane is still open.
Follow construction vehicles through the closed lane.
✓ Follow the temporary signs and merge safely when required.
Merge without checking if traffic is moving slowly.

Observe the temporary signs, adjust your speed, and merge safely according to the traffic situation and local rules.

Temporary traffic-lane closure ahead
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Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

287. Why should you increase your following distance on wet roads?

✓ Because braking distances are longer.
To reduce road surface damage.
Because wet roads make the speedometer less accurate.
Because vehicles ahead have priority in rain.

Water reduces grip between the tyres and the road, so it takes longer to slow down or stop safely.

Following distance between vehicles on a wet road
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What should you do with a manual parking brake before driving away?

288. What should you do with a manual parking brake before driving away?

Apply it only after moving off.
Pull it up further.
Leave it partly applied.
✓ Release it fully.

The manual parking brake should be released fully before driving away. Driving with it partly applied can cause unnecessary brake wear and overheating.

Releasing a manual handbrake before driving away
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What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

289. What should you do if the brakes fade during a long descent?

Shift into neutral and let the vehicle roll freely.
Keep pressing the brakes continuously all the way downhill.
✓ Select a lower gear and stop safely to allow the brakes to cool.
Switch off the engine to help slow the vehicle.

Continuous braking can cause overheating and reduced braking performance. A lower gear provides engine braking and reduces demand on the brakes.

Vehicle descending a hill with overheating brakes
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What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

290. What should you do if it is unsafe to leave a stranded vehicle?

Walk along the road to find assistance.
Switch off all lights to preserve the battery.
Try to push the vehicle out of the traffic lane.
✓ Stay inside, use hazard lights, and call the emergency services.

If leaving the vehicle would put you in greater danger, remain restrained, make the vehicle visible, contact the emergency services, and follow their instructions.

Vehicle stranded among moving traffic
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What should you do before driving if snow or ice covers your vehicle?

291. What should you do before driving if snow or ice covers your vehicle?

Clear only the areas needed for your immediate view.
Clear only the windows and mirrors.
✓ Clear the windows, mirrors, lights, roof, and number plates.
Let the heater clear the ice while you drive.

You need a clear view in every direction. Snow or ice left on the roof can also fall or blow onto other road users.

Clearing snow and ice from a vehicle before driving
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Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Finland?

292. Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Finland?

No.
✓ Yes.

Motorcycle riders in Finland are generally required to wear an approved helmet.

Motorcyclist wearing a protective helmet
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What is the purpose of the manual parking brake?

293. What is the purpose of the manual parking brake?

To disengage the clutch.
✓ To help keep the vehicle stationary when parked.
To slow the vehicle during normal driving.
To select reverse gear.

The manual parking brake helps keep the vehicle stationary when parked. It is normally applied by pulling up the handbrake lever and released before driving away.

Manual handbrake lever in a vehicle
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What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

294. What can happen if you use the brakes continuously on a long descent?

✓ The brakes may overheat and become less effective.
The brakes will automatically cool while being used.
Nothing, if the brake fluid level is correct.
The brakes may become more effective as they heat up.

Continuous braking can cause the brakes to overheat and fade, reducing braking performance. Use a lower gear to help control speed with engine braking.

Vehicle braking during a long descent
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What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

295. What should you do if you see fallen rocks on a mountain road?

✓ Slow down and avoid them smoothly when safe.
Maintain speed and drive over smaller stones.
Move toward the centre of the road without slowing down.
Swerve around them immediately without checking traffic.

Loose rocks can damage tyres, affect steering, or block part of the road. Reduce speed and avoid sudden movements. If rocks are actively falling, do not enter or stop in the danger area. Keep a safe distance and, if necessary, wait in a safe place until it is safe to continue.

Fallen rocks on a mountain road
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

296. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Engine-temperature warning.
Engine-management warning.
✓ Diesel particulate filter warning.
Charging-system warning.

This symbol indicates a problem with the diesel particulate filter (DPF), often because soot has accumulated in the filter. The vehicle may require regeneration or professional inspection, depending on the vehicle and warning status.

Diesel particulate filter warning symbol on the dashboard
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Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

297. Which control is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights?

The dashboard brightness control.
The windscreen-wiper stalk.
✓ The lighting stalk.
The hazard warning switch.

The lighting stalk is normally used to switch between dipped and main beam headlights. The exact movement varies between vehicles, so check the vehicle controls before driving.

Lighting stalk for switching between dipped and main beam
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How should you brake on a slippery road?

298. How should you brake on a slippery road?

Brake harder than usual to shorten the stopping distance.
✓ Brake gently and progressively.
Steer sharply while braking to avoid slippery areas.
Use the parking brake to help slow the vehicle.

Sudden braking can cause the wheels to lose grip. Smooth, progressive braking reduces the risk of skidding.

Braking on a slippery road surface
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What does a green traffic light mean?

299. What does a green traffic light mean?

You have priority over all other road users.
You may enter even if traffic is blocking the junction.
✓ You may proceed if it is safe.
You must proceed as soon as the light turns green.

A green light allows you to continue, but you must still watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.

Green traffic light at a junction
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

300. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Headlight flash.
✓ Horn.
Hazard warning lights.
Parking assistance.

This symbol indicates the horn control. The horn is used to warn other road users of your presence when necessary.

Vehicle horn control and symbol
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