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A mandatory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what they must do. Instead of prohibiting actions, these signs impose obligations such as following a specific direction, using a particular lane, or keeping a minimum speed. Their purpose is to guide traffic safely and efficiently by ensuring that all road users follow the same required behaviour in places where it is necessary for order and safety.
How are compulsory instructions shown in Malaysia?
Mandatory regulatory signs require specified actions. JKR expressly distinguishes them from prohibitive signs.
🔗 mot.gov.my • MOT — commencement on 16 October 2026; deferred compound ceiling distinguished
🔗 epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR — ATJ 2B/85 (Pindaan 2019), original manual endpoint; download unavailable
What does a mandatory-direction sign require in Malaysia?
Where a compulsory-direction sign is installed in Malaysia, follow only the arrow direction or permitted combination of directions. The restriction applies at the location or movement it regulates; it is not an instruction to ignore other traffic controls.
🔗 mot.gov.my • MOT — commencement on 16 October 2026; deferred compound ceiling distinguished
🔗 epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR — ATJ 2B/85 (Pindaan 2019), original manual endpoint; download unavailable
Does a mandatory-direction sign give me priority over pedestrians in Malaysia?
No. It tells you which way to move, not who goes first. Check traffic lights, other priority signs, pedestrians and cyclists, and give way when required before completing the manoeuvre.
🔗 mot.gov.my • MOT — commencement on 16 October 2026; deferred compound ceiling distinguished
🔗 epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR — ATJ 2B/85 (Pindaan 2019), original manual endpoint; download unavailable
1. Pass obstacle on the left
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.
English • Traffic sign JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM4(i) • Keep left. Pass to the left of the indicated island or obstacle.
Bahasa Melayu • JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM4(i) • Ikut kiri. Lalui sebelah kiri pulau atau halangan yang ditunjukkan oleh tanda.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR ATJ2A/85(Pindaan2019) • hlm. PDF34
🔗 Scribd.com • Salinan teks primer • RM4(i)
SVG source: Public Works Department Malaysia • Public domain • Original revision 2021-05-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
2. Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn right. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning left is prohibited.
English • Traffic sign JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM1(iv) — direction reversed • Straight ahead or right. Follow one of the arrows to continue ahead or turn right.
Bahasa Melayu • JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM1(iv) — arah diterbalikkan • Jalan terus atau ke kanan. Pilih untuk meneruskan perjalanan ke hadapan atau membelok ke kanan mengikut anak panah.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fiq Shafiq • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR ATJ2A/85(Pindaan2019) • hlm. PDF29
🔗 Scribd.com • Salinan teks primer • RM1(iv) — arah diterbalikkan
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org
Public Works Department Malaysia • Public domain. Original SVG unmodified.
3. Driving straight ahead mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.
English • Traffic sign JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM1(i) • Straight ahead only. Follow the forward arrow only.
Bahasa Melayu • JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM1(i) • Jalan terus sahaja. Ikut arah anak panah ke hadapan sahaja.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fiq Shafiq • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR ATJ2A/85(Pindaan2019) • hlm. PDF28
🔗 Scribd.com • Salinan teks primer • RM1(i)
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org
Public Works Department Malaysia • Public domain. Original SVG unmodified.
4. Mandatory path for cyclists
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists. Cyclists must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM2(ii) • Bicycles only lane. Other vehicles must not use it.
Bahasa Melayu • JKR ATJ2A/85(2019) • RM2(ii) • Lorong basikal sahaja. Lorong ini disediakan untuk basikal sahaja. Kenderaan lain tidak dibenarkan menggunakannya.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Fiq Shafiq • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Epsmg.jkr.gov.my • JKR ATJ2A/85(Pindaan2019) • hlm. PDF30
🔗 Scribd.com • Salinan teks primer • RM2(ii)
SVG source: Commons.wikimedia.org
Public Works Department Malaysia • Public domain. Original SVG unmodified.
