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Product Safety Act (Cap. 427) Motor Vehicles (Ec Type Approval) (Amendment) Regulations, 2006 (L.N.55 Of 2006 )

PRODUCT SAFETY ACT (CAP. 427)

Motor Vehicles (EC Type Approval) (Amendment) ) Regulations,

2006

IN exercise of the powers conferred by articles 38 to 40 of the Product Safety Act, 2001, the Minister for Competitiveness and Communications, on the advice of the Malta Standards Authority, has made the following regulations>–

1. (1) The title of these regulations is the Motor Vehicles (EC Type Approval) (Amendment) Regulations, 2006, and they shall be read and construed as one with the Motor Vehicles (EC Type Approval) Regulations, 2002, hereinafter referred to as “the principal regulations”.

(2) These regulations implement the requirements of Directive 2004#104#EC of 14 October 2004 which adapts to technical progress Council directive 72#245#EEC relating to the radio interference (electromagnetic compatibility) of vehicles and amends Directive

70#156#EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers.

Citation.

L.N. 95 of 2002

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2006.

(3) These regulations have entered into force on 1st January,

2. For the List of Schedules and Schedules I to XV of the principal regulations, there shall be substituted the following>–

Substitutes Schedules to the principal regulations.

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“ LIST OF SCHEDULES

Schedule I Complete list of Information for the purposes of vehicle EC type- approval

Schedule II Definition of vehicle categories and vehicle types

Schedule III Information document for the purpose of vehicle EC type-approval Schedule IV List of requirements for the purposes of vehicle EC type-approval Schedule V Procedures to be followed during vehicle EC type-approval Schedule VI Vehicle EC type-approval certificate

Schedule VII EC type-approval certificate numbering system

Schedule VIII Test results

Schedule IX EC Certificate of conformity

Schedule X Conformity of production procedures

Schedule XI Nature of and provisions for special purpose vehicles

Schedule XII Small series and end-of-series limits

Schedule XIII List of EC type-approvals issued pursuant to separate Directives

Schedule XIV Procedures to be followed during multi-stage EC type-approval

Schedule XV Certificate of origin of the vehicle - Manufacturer’s declaration of base/

incomplete vehicle of category other than M

Schedule XVI National Conditions and date of coming into force of separate directives and their amendments

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All information documents in this Directive and in separate Directives must consist only of extracts from, and adhere to the item numbering system of, this total list.

The following information, if applicable, must be supplied in triplicate and include a list of contents. Any drawings must be supplied in appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4 or on a folder of A4 format. Photographs, if any, must show sufficient detail.

If the systems, components or separate technical units have electronic controls information concerning their performance must be supplied.

(For explanatory notes, please refer to last page of this Annex)

0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer):……………………………………………………

0.2. Type:………………………………………………………………………………………...

0.2.0.1. Chassis:……………………………………………………………………………………

0.2.0.2. Bodywork/complete vehicle:……………………………………………………………...

0.2.1. Commercial name(s) (if available):……………………………………………………...

0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle(b):………………………………

0.3.0.1. Chassis:…………………………………………………………………………………….

0.3.0.2. Bodywork/complete vehicle:……………………………………………………………...

0.3.1. Location of that marking: ………………………………………………………………...

0.3.1.1. Chassis:…………………………………………………………………………………….

0.3.1.2. Bodywork/complete vehicle:……………………………………………………………...

0.4. Category of vehicle (c):…………………………………………………………………..

0.4.1. Classification(s) according to the dangerous goods which the vehicle

is intended to transport: ..……………………………………………………………...

0.5. Name and address of manufacturer:………………………………………………….

Name and address of authorized representative, if any:………………………………..

0.6. Location and method of attachment of statutory plates and location of vehicle identification number: …………………………………………………………….

0.6.1. On the chassis:………………………………………………………………………….

0.6.2. On the bodywork: ………………………………………………………………………

0.7. In the case of components and separate technical units, location and method of affixing of the EC approval mark: …………………………………………………..

0.8. Address(es) of assembly plant(s):……………………………………………………

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DEFINITION OF VEHICLE CATEGORIES AND VEHICLE TYPES A. DEFINITION OF VEHICLE CATEGORY

Vehicle categories are defined according to the following classification:

(Where reference is made to "maximum mass" in the following definitions, this means technically permissible maximum laden mass as specified in Point 2.8 of Annex I.)

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Category M: Motor vehicles with at least four wheels designed and constructed for the carriage of passengers.

Category M1: Vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of passengers

and comprising no more than eight seats in addition to the driver's seat.

Category M2: Vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of passengers, comprising more than eight seats in addition to the driver's seat, and having a maximum mass not exceeding 5t.

Category M3: Vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of passengers, comprising more than eight seats in addition to the driver's seat, and having a maximum mass exceeding 5t.

The types of bodywork and codifications pertinent to vehicles of Category M are defined in Part C of this Annex Paragraph 1 (vehicles of Category M1) and Paragraph 2 (vehicles of Categories M2 and M3) to be used for the purpose specified in that Part.

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Category N: Motor vehicles with at least four wheels designed and constructed for the carriage of goods.

Category N1 Vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of goods and having a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5t.

Category N2: Vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of goods and having a maximum mass exceeding 3,5t but not exceeding 12t.

Category N3: Vehicles designed and constructed for the carriage of goods and having a maximum mass exceeding 12t.

In the case of a towing vehicle designed to be coupled to a semi-trailer or centre-axle trailer, the mass to be considered for classifying the vehicle is the mass of the tractor vehicle in running order, increased by the mass corresponding to the maximum static vertical load transferred to the tractor vehicle by the semi-trailer or centre-axle trailer and, where applicable, by the maximum mass of the tractor vehicle's own load.

The types of bodywork and codifications pertinent to vehicles of Category N are defined in Part

C of this Annex Paragraph 3 to be used for the purpose specified in that Part.

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INFORMATION DOCUMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF VEHICLE EC TYPE-APPROVAL (For explanatory notes, please refer to last page of Annex I)

PART I

The following information, if applicable, must be supplied in triplicate and include a list of contents. Any drawings must be supplied in appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4, or on a folder of A4 format. Photographs, if any, must show sufficient detail.
If the systems, components or separate technical units have electronic controls, information concerning their performance must be supplied.

A: For Categories M and N

0. GENERAL

0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer): ........................................................................................
0.2. Type: .........................................................................................................................................
0.2.1. Commercial name(s) (if available): ...........................................................................................
0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle(b): .....................................................
0.3.1. Location of that marking:...........................................................................................................
0.4. Category of vehicle (c): ..............................................................................................................
0.4.1. Classification(s) according to the dangerous goods which the vehicle is intended to transport: ...................................................................................................................................
0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: ........................................................................................
Name and address of authorized representative, if any:……………………………………………
0.8. Address(es) of assembly plant(s): ............................................................................................

1. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLE

1.1. Photographs and/or drawings of a representative vehicle:.......................................................
1.3. Number of axles and wheels:....................................................................................................
1.3.2. Number and position of steered axles: .....................................................................................
1.3.3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection):.................................................................
1.4. Chassis (if any) (overall drawing):.............................................................................................
1.6. Position and arrangement of the engine:..................................................................................
1.8. Driving position: left/right (1)
1.8.1. Vehicle is equipped to be driven in right/left(1) hand traffic

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7.2. Transmission control…………………………………………………….………..………

7.2.1. Type of steering transmission (specify for front and rear if applicable):.…………………………..

7.2.2. Linkage to wheels (including other than mechanical means; specify for front and rear, if applicable):…………………………………………………………………………………………..

7.2.3. Method of assistance, if any:……………………………………………………..………………….

8.5. Anti-lock braking system: yes/no/optional (1)

8.9. Brief description of the braking system (according to item 1.6 of the Addendum to Appendix 1 of Annex IX to Directive 71/320/EEC):……………………………………………………………

8.11. Particulars of the type(s) of endurance braking systems(s)……………………………………..

9.1. Type of bodywork………….......................................................................................................

9.3. Occupant doors, latches and hinges

9.3.1. Door configuration and number of doors……………………………………………………………

9.9. Devices for indirect vision

9.9.1. Mirrors (state for each mirror):……………………………………………………………………….

9.9.1.1. Make:………………………………………………………………………………………................

9.9.1.2. EC type-approval mark:…………………………………………………………..............................

9.9.1.3. Variant: ....................................................................................................................................

9.9.1.4. Drawing(s) for the identification of the mirror showing the position of the mirror relative to the vehicle structure:…………………………………………………………………………………….

9.9.1.5. Details of the method of attachment including that part of the vehicle structure to which it is attached:……………………………………………………………………………………………..

9.9.1.6. Optional equipment which may affect the rearward field of vision:……………………………...

9.9.1.7. A brief description of the electronic components (if any) of the adjustment system:………….

9.9.2. Devices for indirect vision other than mirrors:……………………………………………………..

9.9.2.1. Type and characteristics (such as a complete description of the device):……………………

9.9.2.1.1. In the case of a camera-monitor device, the detection distance (mm), contrast, luminance range, glare correction, display performance (black and white/colour), image repetition frequency, luminance reach of the monitor: ………………………………………………………

9.9.2.1.2. Sufficiently detailed drawings to identify the complete device, including installation instructions; the position for the EC type approval mark has to be indicated on the drawings:……………………………………………………………………………………………..

9.10. Interior fittings…………………………………………………………………………………………

9.10.3. Seats

9.10.3.1. Number:………………………………………………………………………………………………..

9.10.3.2 Position and Arrangement:………………………………………………………………………….

9.10.3.2.1. Number of seating positions:……………………………………………………………………….:

9.10.4.1. Type(s) of head restraints: integrated. Detachable/separate (1)

9.10.4.2 Type-approval number(s), if available:…………………………………………………………….

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(Based on Annex IV of the Directive)

LIST OF REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PURPOSES OF VEHICLE EC TYPE-APPROVAL PART I

List of separate Directives

(As appropriate, taking account of the scope and latest amendment to each of the separate Directives listed below)

29.1.2004,

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X Directive applicable.

(1) Vehicles of this category shall be fitted with an adequate windscreen defrosting and demisting device.

(2) Vehicles of this category shall be fitted with adequate windscreen washing and wiping devices.

(3) The requirements of Directive 94/20/EC are only applicable for vehicles equipped with couplings.

(4) The requirements of Directive 98/91/EC are only applicable when the manufacturer

applies for the EC type-approval of a vehicle intended for the transport of dangerous goods

(5) In case of LPG or CNG vehicles, pending the adoption of the relevant amendments to

Directive 70/221/EEC in order to include LPG and CNG tanks, a vehicle approval according to UN/ECE Regulation 67-01 or 110 is required.

(6) not exceeding 2,5 tonnes maximum mass. (7) derived from M1 category vehicles.

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PART II

Where reference is made to a separate Directive, an approval issued under the following Regulations of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (taking account of the scope (1), and the amendment to each of the UN/ECE Regulations listed below) shall be recognised as an alternative to an EC type-approval granted under the relevant separate Directive in the table of Part I.

These Regulations are the ones to which the Community has adhered as a Contracting Party to the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe 'Revised 1958 Geneva Agreement' by virtue of Council Decision 97/836/EC (OJ L 346, 17.12.1997, p. 78), or subsequent Council decisions as provided for under Article 3(3) of that Decision.

Any further amendment of the UN/ECE Regulations listed below has also to be deemed to be equivalent, subject to the

Community decision provided for under Article 4(2) of Decision 97/836/EC (++).

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(1) Where the separate Directives contain installation requirements, these apply also to components and separate technical units approved in accordance with the Regulations of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.

(++) For subsequent amendments, see UN/ECE TRANS/WP.29/343 in its latest revision.

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PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED DURING VEHICLE EC TYPE-APPROVAL

1. In the case of an application for a whole vehicle type-approval, the EC type-approval authority must:

(a) verify that all separate Directive EC type-approvals are applicable to the appropriate standard in the relevant separate Directive;

(b) by reference to the documentation make sure that the vehicle specification(s) and data contained in Part I of the vehicle information document are included in the data in the information packages and/or the approval certificates of the relevant separate Directive approvals; and when an item number in Part I of the information document is not included in the information package of any of the separate Directives, confirm that the relevant part or characteristic conforms to the particulars in the information folder;

(c) on a selected sample of vehicles from the type to be approved carry out or arrange to be carried out inspections of vehicle parts and systems to verify that the vehicle(s) is/are built in accordance with the relevant data contained in the authenticated information package in respect of all separate Directive EC type-approvals;

(d) carry out or arrange to be carried out relevant installation checks in respect of separate technical units where applicable;

(e) carry out or arrange to be carried out necessary checks in respect of the presence of the devices provided for in Footnotes (1) and (2) of Part I of Annex IV where applicable.

2. The number of vehicles to be inspected for the purposes of Paragraph 1 (c) must be sufficient to permit the proper control of the various combinations to be type-approved according to the following criteria:

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MODEL

maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm)

EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE

Stamp of EC-type approval authority

Communication concerning: Of a type of:

with regard to Directive 1970/156/EEC as last amended by Directive 2001/116/EC EC type-approval number:

Reason for extension:

0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer):...................................................................................................

0.2. Type:....................................................................................................................................................

0.2.1. Commercial name(s) (2) :

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0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle: ..................................................................

0.3.1. Location of that marking:....................................................................................................................

0.4. Category of vehicle (3 ):.......................................................................................................................

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(1) Delete where not applicable.

(2)

If not available at the time of granting the type-approval, this item shall be completed at the latest when the

vehicle is introduced on the market.

(3) As defined in Annex 11.A

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(Based on annex VII of the Directive)

EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE NUMBERING SYSTEM (1)

1. The EC type-approval number shall consist of four sections for whole vehicle type-approvals and five sections for system, component, and separate technical unit type-approvals as detailed below. In all cases, the sections shall be separated by the "*" character.
Section I: The lower case Letter "e" followed by the distinguishing number of the Member State issuing the EC type-approval:
1 for Germany;
2 for France;
3 for Italy;
4 for the Netherlands;
5 for Sweden;
6 for Belgium;
7 for Hungary
8 for the Czech Republic
9 for Spain;
11 for the United Kingdom;
12 for Austria;
13 for Luxembourg;
17 for Finland;
18 for Denmark;
20 for Poland
21 for Portugal;
23 for Greece;
24 for Ireland;
26 for Slovenia;
27 for Slovakia;
29 for Estonia;
32 for Latvia;
36 for Lithuania; CY for Cyprus; MT for Malta.

(1) Components and separate technical units shall be marked in accordance with the provisions of the relevant separate Directive.

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(Based on Annex VIII of the Directive) TEST RESULTS

(To be completed by the type-approval authority and attached to the vehicle EC type-approval certificate)
In each case, the information must make clear to which variant and version it is applicable. One version may not have more than one result. However, a combination of several results per version indicating the worst case is permissible. In the latter case, a note shall state that for items marked (*)only worst case results are given.

1. Results of the sound level tests

Number of the base Directive and latest amending Directive applicable to the approval. In the case of a Directive with two or more implementation stages, indicate also the implementation stage:...................................................................................................................................................

2. Results of the exhaust emission tests

Base Directive (1) :
— Directive 70/220/EEC concerning emissions from motor vehicles.
— Directive 88/77/EEC concerning emissions from engines for use in vehicles.
— Directive 72/306/EEC concerning diesel smoke.
2.1. Directive 70/220/EEC concerning emissions from motor vehicles.
Indicate the latest amending Directive applicable to the approval. In the case the Directive has two or more implementation stages, indicate also the implementation stage:.......................................... Fuel(s) (2) :.................................. (diesel, petrol, LPG, NG, Bi-fuel: petrol/LPG, Bi-fuel: petrol/NG,
ethanol, etc.)
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(1) Where applicable

(2) When restrictions for the fuel are applicable, indicate these restrictions (e.g. for natural gas the L-range or the H-range).

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(Based on Annex IX of the Directive)

EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY For complete/completed (1) vehicles PART I

(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm), or a folder of A4 format)
Side 1
The undersigned:............................................................................................................................................ (Full name)
hereby certifies that the vehicle:
0.1. Make (Trade name of manufacturer): .................................................................................................
0.2. Type:....................................................................................................................................................
Variant(2) : ............................................................................................................................................ Version (2): ...........................................................................................................................................
0.2.1. Commercial name(s): ..........................................................................................................................
0.4. Category:.............................................................................................................................................
0.5. Name and address of the manufacturer of the base vehicle: .............................................................
Name and address of the manufacturer of the latest built stage of the vehicle (1): .............................

(1) Delete where not applicable.

(2) Indicate also the numerical or combined number/letter identification code. This code shall contain not more than 25 or 35 positions for a variant or version respectively.

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45. Sound level:

Number of the base Directive and latest amending Directive applicable to the EC type-approval. In case of a Directive with two or more implementation stages, indicate also the implementation stage:

Stationary:............dB(A) at engine speed:.............min-1

Drive-by:...............dB(A)

46.1. Exhaust emissions (1) :

Number of the base Directive and latest amending Directive applicable to the approval. In case of a Directive with two or more implementation stages, indicate also the implementation stage:

1. test procedure:

CO:............. HC:............. NOX:................. HC + NOx:............. Smoke (corrected value of absorption coefficient (m-1)).... Particulates:.........

2 . test procedure (if applicable)

CO:........... NOx:......... NMHC:.......... CH4:............... Particulates:

46.2 CO2-emissions / fuel consumption (1) (N1 only):

Number of the base Directive and the last amending Directive applicable to the EC

type-approval:………………………………………………………………………………

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(1) Repeat for petrol and gaseous fuel in the case of a vehicle that can run either on petrol or on a gaseous fuel. The vehicles can be fuelled with both petrol and a gaseous fuel but, where the petrol system is fitted for emergency purposes or starting only and of which the petrol tank cannot contain more than 15 litres of petrol, will be regarded for the test, as vehicles which can only run a gaseous fuel.

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47 Fiscal power or national code number(s) (if applicable):

48.1. EC type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods:

............ ..yes/class(es):............./no (3)

48.2. EC type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting certain animals:

yes/class(es):............./no (1)

50. Remarks:

51. Exemptions:

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47. Fiscal power or national code number(s) (if applicable):

48.1. EC type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting dangerous goods:

yes/class(es):............./no (1)

48.2. EC type-approved according to the design requirements for transporting certain animals:

yes/class(es):............./no (1)

50. Remarks:………………………………………………………………………………………………

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(Based on Annex X of the Directive) CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION PROCEDURES

0. CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

Conformity of production to ensure conformity to the approved type including assessment of quality management systems referenced below as initial assessment(1) and verification of the approval subject and product related controls referenced below as product conformity
arrangements.

1. INITIAL ASSESSMENT

1.1. The EC type-approval authority of a Member State must verify, before granting
EC type-approval, the existence of satisfactory arrangements and procedures for ensuring effective control so that components, systems, separate technical units or vehicles when in production conform to the approved type.
1.2. The requirement in Point 1.1 must be verified to the satisfaction of the authority granting EC type-approval. That authority shall be satisfied with the initial assessment and the initial product conformity arrangements at Section 2, taking account, as necessary, of one of the arrangements described in Points 1.2.1 to 1.2.3, or a combination of those arrangements in full or in part as appropriate.

1.2.1. The actual initial assessment and/or verification of product conformity arrangements may be carried out by the EC type-approval authority granting EC type-approval or a technical service on behalf of the EC type-approval authority.

1.2.1.1. When considering the extent of the initial assessment to be carried out, the EC type-approval authority may take account of available information relating to:
the manufacturer's certification described in Point 1.2.3, which has not been qualified or recognised under that paragraph,
in the case of component or separate technical unit EC type-approval, quality system assessments performed in the component or separate technical unit manufacturer's premises by vehicle manufacturer(s), according to one or more of the industry sector specifications satisfying the requirements in harmonised standard EN ISO 9002 — 1994, or
EN ISO 9001—2000 with the permissible exclusion of the requirements related to the concepts of design and development, Point 7.3 'Customer satisfaction and continual
improvement'.

(1) Guidance on the planning and conduct of assessment is to be found in harmonised standard ISO 10011, Parts 1, 2 and 3,1991.

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NATURE OF AND PROVISIONS FOR SPECIAL-PURPOSE VEHICLES APPENDIX 1

MOTOR CARAVANS, AMBULANCES, AND HEARSES

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APPENDIX 2

ARMOUED VEHICLES

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X: No exemptions except those specified in the separate Directive. N/A: This Directive is not applicable to this vehicle (no requirements).

A Exemption permitted where special purposes make it impossible to fully comply. The manufacturer shall demonstrate this to the satisfaction of the type-approval authority that the vehicle cannot meet the requirements

due to its special purpose.

B Application limited to doors giving access to the seats designated for normal use when the vehicle is travelling on the road, and where the distance between the R-point of the seat and the average plane of the door surface, measured perpendicular to the longitudinal medium plane of the vehicle, does not exceed 500 mm.

C: Application limited to that part of the vehicle in front of the rearmost seat designated for normal use when the vehicle is travelling on the road and also limited to the head impact zone as defined in Directive 74/60/EEC.

D: Application limited to seats designated for normal use when the vehicle is travelling on the road. E Front only.

F: Modification to the routing and length of the refuelling duct and re-positioning of the tank inboard is permissible. G: Requirements according to the category of the base/incomplete vehicle (the chassis of which was used to build the

special purpose vehicle). In the case of incomplete/completed vehicles, it is acceptable that the requirements for vehicles of the corresponding Category N (based on maximum mass) are satisfied.

H: Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer not exceeding 2 m is permissible without any further test.

J. For all window glazing other than driver's cab glazing (windshield and side glasses), the material may be either of safety glass or rigid plastic glazing.

K Additional panic alarm devices permitted.

L: Application limited to seats designated for normal use when the vehicle is travelling on the road. At least anchorages for lap belts are required in the rear seating positions.

M: Application limited to seats designated for normal use when the vehicle is travelling on the road. At least lap belts are required in all rear seating positions.

N: Provided that all mandatory lighting devices are installed and that the geometric visibility is not affected. O: The vehicle shall be fitted with an adequate system in the front.

Q: Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer not exceeding 2 m is permissible without any further test. An EC type-approval issued to the most representative base vehicle remains valid irrespective of change in the reference weight.

R: Provided that the registration plates of all member states can be mounted and remain visible.

S: The light transmission factor is at least 60%, also the 'A' pillar obstruction angle is not more than 10°.

T: Test to be performed only with the complete/completed vehicle. The vehicle can be tested according to Directive 70/157/EEC as last amended by 99/101/EC. Concerning point 5.2.2.1 of Annex I to Directive

70/157/EEC the following limit values are applicable:

81 dB(A) for vehicles with an engine power of less than 75 kW

83 dB(A) for vehicles with an engine power of not less than 75 kW but less than 150 kW

84 dB(A) for vehicles with an engine power of not less than 150 kW

U: Test to be performed only with the complete/completed vehicle. Vehicles up to four axles shall comply with all the requirements laid down by Directive 1971/320/EEC. Derogations are admitted for vehicles having more than four axles, provided that:

they are justified by the particular construction

all the braking performances, related to parking, service and secondary braking laid down by Directive

1971/320/EEC are fulfilled.

V: The compliance with Directive 1997/68/EC can be accepted. Y: Provided that all mandatory lighting devices are installed.

B 1081

(Based on Annex XII of the Directive)

SMALL SERIES AND END-OF-SERIES LIMITS

A. SMALL SERIES LIMITS

The number of units of one family of types as defined below to be registered sold or entered into service per year in one Member State shall not exceed the figure shown below for the vehicle category in question.

A 'family of types' shall consist of vehicles which do not differ in the following essential respects:
1. For the purpose of Category M1
— the manufacturer,
— essential aspects of construction and design:
— chassis/floor pan (obvious and fundamental differences),
— power plant (internal combustion/electric/hybrid).
2. For the purpose of Category M2 and M3:
— the manufacturer,
— category,
— essential aspects of construction and design:
— chassis/self-supporting body (obvious and fundamental differences),
— power plant (internal combustion/electric/hybrid),
— number of axles.

B 1082

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B 1083

(Based on Annex XIII of the Directive)

LIST OF EC TYPE-APPROVALS ISSUED PURSUANT TO SEPARATE DIRECTIVES

Type-approval authority stamp
List number:.......................................................................
Covering the period................................................. to ………………………………………………………… The following information in respect of each EC type-approval granted, refused or withdrawn in the
abovementioned period must be given:
Manufacturer:.................................................................................................................................................. EC type-approval number:.............................................................................................................................. Reason for extension (where applicable):...................................................................................................... Make:.............................................................................................................................................................. Type:............................................................................................................................................................... Date of issue:.................................................................................................................................................. First date of issue (in the case of extensions):...............................................................................................

B 1084

(Based on Annex XIV of the Directive)

PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED DURING MULTI-STAGE EC TYPE-APPROVAL

1. GENERAL

1.1. The satisfactory operation of the process of multi-stage EC type-approval requires joint action by all the manufacturers concerned. To this end approval authorities must ensure, before granting first and subsequent stage approval, that suitable arrangements exist between the relevant manufacturers for the supply and interchange of documents and information such that the completed vehicle type meets the technical requirements of all the relevant separate Directives as prescribed in Annex IV or Annex XI. Such information must include details of relevant system, component and separate technical unit approvals and of vehicle parts which form part of the
incomplete vehicle but are not yet approved.
1.2. EC type-approvals in accordance with this Annex are granted on the basis of the current state of completion of the vehicle type and must incorporate all approvals granted at earlier stages.
1.3. Each manufacturer in a multi-stage EC type-approval process is responsible for the approval and conformity of production of all systems, components or separate technical units manufactured by him or added by him to the previously built stage. He is not responsible for subjects which have been approved in an earlier stage except in those cases where he modifies relevant parts to an extent that the previously granted approval becomes invalid.

2. PROCEDURES

The type-approval authority must:
(a) verify that all relevant separate Directive EC type-approvals are applicable to the appropriate standard in the separate Directive;
(b) ensure that all the relevant data, taking account of the state of completion of the vehicle, is included in the information folder;
(c) by reference to the documentation make sure that the vehicle specification(s) and data contained in Part I of the vehicle information folder are included in the data in the information packages and/or the approval certificates of the relevant separate Directive
EC type-approvals; and in the case of a completed vehicle, where an item number in Part I of the information folder is not included in the information package of any of the separate Directives, confirm that the relevant part of characteristic conforms to the particulars in the information folder;
(d) on a selected sample of vehicles from the type to be approved carry out or arrange to be carried out inspections of vehicle parts and systems to verify that the vehicle(s) is/are built in accordance with the relevant data contained in the authenticated information package in respect of all relevant separate Directive EC type-approvals;
(e) carry out or arrange to be carried out relevant installation checks in respect of separate technical units where applicable.

B 1085

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B 1086

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B 1087

(Based on Annex XV of the Directive) CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN OF THE VEHICLE

Manufacturers declaration of base/incomplete vehicle of Category other than M1

Declaration number:
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the vehicle as specified below, has been manufactured in our own factory and that it is a newly manufactured vehicle.
0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer):...................................................................................................
0.2. Type of vehicle: ...................................................................................................................................
0.2.1. Commercial name(s): ..........................................................................................................................
0.3. Means of identification of type:............................................................................................................
0.6. Vehicle identification number: .............................................................................................................
0.8. Address(es) of assembly plant(s):....................................................................................................... Moreover, the undersigned declares that the vehicle when delivered complied with the following
Directives:

The present declaration is issued according to the provisions established in Annex XI to this Directive.

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