Traffic Light Colors
- Red light: You must stop behind the stop line. Do not enter the junction.
- Amber (yellow) light: Prepare to stop. Do not enter the junction unless you are too close to stop safely.
- Green light: You may proceed if the way is clear. Check for pedestrians and other vehicles before moving.
Traffic Light Sequence
The standard traffic light sequence in Malaysia is:
- Red → Red + Amber (get ready) → Green (go) → Amber (prepare to stop) → Red (stop)
Flashing Lights
- Flashing red light: Treat as a STOP sign — you must come to a complete stop, then proceed only when it is safe.
- Flashing amber light: Proceed with caution — slow down and check for hazards before continuing.
Green Arrow Signals
- A green arrow means you may go only in the direction the arrow points.
- Other directions are still controlled by red — do not proceed in any other direction.
- Give way to pedestrians and vehicles already in the junction.
When Traffic Lights Are Not Working
- Treat the junction as an uncontrolled junction.
- Give way to traffic from your right.
- Slow down, check all directions, and proceed only when safe.
- If a traffic police officer is present, follow their signals instead.
Pedestrian Crossing Lights
- When the pedestrian light is green, pedestrians have the right of way — you must stop.
- A flashing green pedestrian light means pedestrians should finish crossing, and drivers should prepare to move.
- Always check for pedestrians even after the light changes in your favor.
Motorcycle Tips at Traffic Lights
- Do not filter dangerously to the front of the queue at traffic lights.
- Position yourself where you are visible to other drivers.
- Avoid stopping in the blind spot of large vehicles (trucks, buses).
- When the light turns green, check both sides before moving — some vehicles may run the red light.