Northern Territory Consolidated Regulations Northern Territory Consolidated RegulationsA turn signal must:
(a) consist of a steady or flashing illuminated yellow sign at least 15 centimetres long and 25 millimetres wide that:
(i) when in operation – is kept horizontal; and
(ii) when not in operation – is kept in a position so it is unlikely that the driver of another vehicle or anyone else would regard it as a signal; and
(b) be fitted to the side of the motor vehicle at least 50 centimetres and not over 2.1 metres above ground level, in a position so the driver of the vehicle, from the normal driving position, can see whether the signal is in operation; and
(c) be able to be operated by the driver from the normal driving position; and
(d) when in operation, be visible from both the front and rear of the vehicle at a distance of 30 metres.
(1) A mechanical signalling device must:
(a) be fitted to the right side of the vehicle; and
(b) be able to be operated by the driver from a normal driving position; and
(c) consist of a white or yellow representation of an open human hand at least 15 centimetres long; and
(d) be constructed so that the driver of the vehicle can keep the device:
(i) in a neutral position so it is unlikely that the driver of another vehicle or anyone else would regard it as a signal; and
(ii) in a horizontal position with the palm of the hand facing forwards and the fingers pointing out at a right angle to the vehicle to signal an intention to turn or move right; and
(iii) with the palm of the hand facing forwards and the fingers pointing upwards to signal an intention to stop or reduce speed suddenly.
(2) When the mechanical signalling device is in a position mentioned in subrule (1)(d)(ii) or (iii), the complete hand must be clearly visible from both the front and the rear of the vehicle, at a distance of 30 metres.