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Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (repealed)Show full title

Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 September 2007 establishing a framework for the approval of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles (Framework Directive) (Text with EEA relevance) (repealed)

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[F19. BODYWORK U.K.

9.1. Type of bodywork using the codes defined in Part C of Annex II: … U.K.

9.2. Materials used and methods of construction: … U.K.

9.3. Occupant doors, latches and hinges U.K.

9.3.1. Door configuration and number of doors: … U.K.
9.3.1.1. Dimensions, direction and maximum angle of opening: … U.K.
9.3.2. Drawing of latches and hinges and of their position in the doors: … U.K.
9.3.3. Technical description of latches and hinges: … U.K.
9.3.4. Details, including dimensions, of entrances, steps and necessary handles where applicable: … U.K.

9.4. Field of vision U.K.

9.4.1. Particulars of the primary reference marks in sufficient detail to enable them to be readily identified and the position of each in relation to the others and to the R-point to be verified: … U.K.
9.4.2. Drawing(s) or photograph(s) showing the location of component parts within the 180 o forward field of vision: … U.K.

9.5. Windscreen and other windows U.K.

9.5.1. Windscreen U.K.
9.5.1.1. Materials used: … U.K.
9.5.1.2. Method of mounting: … U.K.
9.5.1.3. Angle of inclination: … U.K.
9.5.1.4. Type-approval number(s): … U.K.
9.5.1.5. Windscreen accessories and the position in which they are fitted together with a brief description of any electrical/electronic components involved: … U.K.
9.5.2. Other windows U.K.
9.5.2.1. Materials used: … U.K.
9.5.2.2. Type-approval number(s): … U.K.
9.5.2.3. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any) of the window lifting mechanism: … U.K.
9.5.3. Opening roof glazing U.K.
9.5.3.1. Materials used: … U.K.
9.5.3.2. Type-approval number(s): … U.K.
9.5.4. Other glass panes U.K.
9.5.4.1. Materials used: … U.K.
9.5.4.2. Type-approval number(s): … U.K.

9.6. Windscreen wiper(s) U.K.

9.6.1. Detailed technical description (including photographs or drawings): … U.K.

9.7. Windscreen washer U.K.

9.7.1. Detailed technical description (including photographs or drawings) or, if approved as separate technical unit, type-approval number: … U.K.

9.8. Defrosting and demisting U.K.

9.8.1. Detailed technical description (including photographs or drawings): … U.K.
9.8.2. Maximum electrical consumption: … kW U.K.

9.9. Devices for indirect vision U.K.

9.9.1. Rear-view mirrors, stating for each mirror: U.K.
9.9.1.1. Make: … U.K.
9.9.1.2. Type-approval mark: … U.K.
9.9.1.3. Variant: … U.K.
9.9.1.4. Drawing(s) for the identification of the mirror showing the position of the mirror relative to the vehicle structure: … U.K.
9.9.1.5. Details of the method of attachment including that part of the vehicle structure to which it is attached: … U.K.
9.9.1.6. Optional equipment which may affect the rearward field of vision: … U.K.
9.9.1.7. A brief description of the electronic components (if any) of the adjustment system: … U.K.
9.9.2. Devices for indirect vision other than mirrors: … U.K.
9.9.2.1. Type and characteristics (such as a complete description of the device): … U.K.
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: … U.K.
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. U.K.

9.10. Interior arrangement U.K.

9.10.1. Interior protection for occupants U.K.
9.10.1.1. Layout drawing or photographs showing the position of the attached sections or views: … U.K.
9.10.1.2. Photograph or drawing showing the reference zone including the exempted area referred to in point 2.3.1 of Annex I to Council Directive 74/60/EEC ( OJ L 38, 11.2.1974, p. 2 ): … U.K.
9.10.1.3. Photographs, drawings and/or an exploded view of the interior fittings, showing the parts in the passenger compartment and the materials used (with the exception of interior rear view mirrors), arrangement of controls, roof and opening roof, backrest, seats and the rear part of seats: … U.K.
9.10.2. Arrangement and identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators U.K.
9.10.2.1. Photographs and/or drawings of the arrangement of symbols and controls, tell-tales and indicators: … U.K.
9.10.2.2. Photographs and/or drawings of the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators and of the vehicle parts referred to in Annex II and III of Directive 78/316/EEC where relevant: … U.K.
9.10.2.3. Summary table U.K.

The vehicle is equipped with the following controls, indicators and tell-tales pursuant to Annexes II and III to Directive 78/316/EEC

Controls, tell-tales and indicators for which, when fitted, identification is mandatory, and symbols to be used for that purpose
a
x

=

yes

=

no or not separately available

o

=

optional.

b
d

=

directly on control, indicator or tell-tale

c

=

in close vicinity.

Symbol No Device Control/indicator available a Identified by symbol a Where b Tell-tale available a Identified by symbol a Where b
1 Master light
2 Dipped-beam headlamps
3 Main-beam headlamps
4 Position (side) lamps
5 Front fog lamps
6 Rear fog lamp
7 Headlamp levelling device
8 Parking lamps
9 Direction indicators
10 Hazard warning
11 Windscreen wiper
12 Windscreen washer
13 Windscreen wiper and washer
14 Headlamp cleaning device
15 Windscreen demisting and defrosting
16 Rear window demisting and defrosting
17 Ventilating fan
18 Diesel pre-heat
19 Choke
20 Brake failure
21 Fuel level
22 Battery charging condition
23 Engine coolant temperature
Controls, tell-tales and indicators for which, when fitted, identification is optional, and symbols which shall be used if they are to be identified
a
x

=

yes

=

no or not separately available

o

=

optional.

b
d

=

directly on control, indicator or tell-tale

c

=

in close vicinity.

Symbol No Device Control/indicator available a Identified by symbol a Where b Tell-tale available a Identified by symbol a Where b
1 Parking brake
2 Rear window wiper
3 Rear window washer
4 Rear window wiper and washer
5 Intermittent windscreen wiper
6 Audible warning device (horn)
7 Front hood (bonnet)
8 Rear hood (boot)
9 Seat-belt
10 Engine oil pressure
11 Unleaded petrol
9.10.3. Seats U.K.
9.10.3.1. Number of seating positions (3) : … U.K.
9.10.3.1.1. Location and arrangement: … U.K.
9.10.3.2. Seat(s) designated for use only when the vehicle is stationary: … U.K.
9.10.3.3. Mass: … U.K.
9.10.3.4. Characteristics: for seats not type-approved as components, description and drawings of U.K.
9.10.3.4.1. The seats and their anchorages: … U.K.
9.10.3.4.2. The adjustment system: … U.K.
9.10.3.4.3. The displacement and locking systems: … U.K.
9.10.3.4.4. The seat-belt anchorages (if incorporated in the seat structure): … U.K.
9.10.3.4.5. The parts of the vehicle used as anchorages: … U.K.
9.10.3.5. Coordinates or drawing of the R-point (4) U.K.
9.10.3.5.1. Driver's seat: … U.K.
9.10.3.5.2. All other seating positions: … U.K.
9.10.3.6. Design torso angle U.K.
9.10.3.6.1. Driver's seat: … U.K.
9.10.3.6.2. All other seating positions: … U.K.
9.10.3.7. Range of seat adjustment U.K.
9.10.3.7.1. Driver's seat: … U.K.
9.10.3.7.2. All other seating positions: … U.K.
9.10.4. Head restraints U.K.
9.10.4.1. Type(s) of head restraints: integrated/detachable/separate (2) U.K.
9.10.4.2. Type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.4.3. For head restraints not yet approved U.K.
9.10.4.3.1. A detailed description of the head restraint, specifying in particular the nature of the padding material or materials and, where applicable, the position and specifications of the braces and anchorage pieces for the type of seat for which approval is sought: … U.K.
9.10.4.3.2. In the case of a separate head restraint U.K.
9.10.4.3.2.1. A detailed description of the structural zone to which the head restraint is intended to be fixed: … U.K.
9.10.4.3.2.2. Dimensional drawings of the characteristic parts of the structure and the head restraint: … U.K.
9.10.5. Heating systems for the passenger compartment U.K.
9.10.5.1. A brief description of the vehicle type with regard to the heating system if the heating system uses the heat of the engine cooling fluid: … U.K.
9.10.5.2. A detailed description of the vehicle type with regard to the heating if the cooling air or the exhaust gases of the engine are used as heat source, including: U.K.
9.10.5.2.1. Layout drawing of the heating system showing its position in the vehicle: … U.K.
9.10.5.2.2. Layout drawing of the heat exchanger for heating systems using the exhaust gases for heating, or of the parts where the heat exchange takes place (for heating systems using the engine cooling air for heating): … U.K.
9.10.5.2.3. Sectional drawing of the heat exchanger or the parts respectively where the heat exchange takes place indicating the thickness of the wall, used materials and characteristics of the surface: … U.K.
9.10.5.2.4. Specifications shall be given for further important components of the heating system such as, for example, the heater fan, with regard to their method of construction and technical data: … U.K.
9.10.5.3. A brief description of the vehicle type with regard to the combustion heating system and the automatic control: … U.K.
9.10.5.3.1. Layout drawing of the combustion heater, the air inlet system, the exhaust system, the fuel tank, the fuel supply system (including the valves) and the electrical connections showing their positions in the vehicle. U.K.
9.10.5.4. Maximum electrical consumption: …… kW U.K.
9.10.6. Components influencing the behaviour of the steering mechanism in the event of an impact U.K.
9.10.6.1. A detailed description, including photograph(s) and/or drawing(s), of the vehicle type with respect to the structure, the dimensions, the lines and the constituent materials of that part of the vehicle forward of the steering control, including those components designed to contribute to the absorption of energy in the event of an impact against the steering control: … U.K.
9.10.6.2. Photograph(s) and/or drawing(s) of vehicle components other than those described in 9.10.6.1 as identified by the manufacturer in agreement with the technical service, as contributing to the behaviour of the steering mechanism in case of impact: … U.K.
9.10.7. Burning behaviour of materials used in the interior construction of certain categories of motor vehicles U.K.
9.10.7.1. Material(s) used for the interior lining of the roof U.K.
9.10.7.1.1. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.1.2. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.1.2.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/…… U.K.
9.10.7.1.2.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.1.2.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.1.2.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: ……/…… mm U.K.
9.10.7.2. Material(s) used for the rear and side walls U.K.
9.10.7.2.1. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.2.2. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.2.2.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/…… U.K.
9.10.7.2.2.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.2.2.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.2.2.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: ……/…… mm U.K.
9.10.7.3. Material(s) used for the floor U.K.
9.10.7.3.1. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.3.2. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.3.2.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/…… U.K.
9.10.7.3.2.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.3.2.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.3.2.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: ……/…… mm U.K.
9.10.7.4. Material(s) used for the upholstery of the seats U.K.
9.10.7.4.1. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.4.2. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.4.2.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/…… U.K.
9.10.7.4.2.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.4.2.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.4.2.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: ……/…… mm U.K.
9.10.7.5. Material(s) used for the heating and ventilation pipes U.K.
9.10.7.5.1. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.5.2. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.5.2.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/.….. U.K.
9.10.7.5.2.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.5.2.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.5.2.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: ……/……. mm U.K.
9.10.7.6. Material(s) used for luggage racks U.K.
9.10.7.6.1. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.6.2. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.6.2.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/…… U.K.
9.10.7.6.2.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.6.2.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.6.2.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: ……/…… mm U.K.
9.10.7.7. Material(s) used for other purposes U.K.
9.10.7.7.1. Intended purposes: … U.K.
9.10.7.7.2. Component type-approval number(s), if available: … U.K.
9.10.7.7.3. For materials not approved U.K.
9.10.7.7.3.1. Base material(s)/designation: ……/…… U.K.
9.10.7.7.3.2. Composite/single (2) material, number of layers (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.7.3.3. Type of coating (2) : … U.K.
9.10.7.7.3.4. Maximum/minimum thickness: …./…. mm U.K.
9.10.7.8. Components approved as complete devices (seats, separation walls, luggage racks, etc.) U.K.
9.10.7.8.1. Component type-approval number(s): … U.K.
9.10.7.8.2. For the complete device: seat, separation wall, luggage racks, etc. (2) U.K.
9.10.8 Gas used as refrigerant in the air-conditioning system: U.K.
9.10.8.1 The air-conditioning system is designed to contain fluorinated greenhouse gases with global warming potential higher than 150: yes/no (2) U.K.
9.10.8.2. If yes, fill in the following sections U.K.
9.10.8.2.1. Drawing and brief description of the air-conditioning system, including the reference or part number and material of the leak components; U.K.
9.10.8.2.2. Leakage of the air-conditioning system U.K.
9.10.8.2.4. Reference or part number and material of the components of the system and information about the test (e.g. test report number, approval number, etc.): … U.K.
9.10.8.3. Overall leakage in g/year of the entire system: … U.K.

9.11. External projections U.K.

9.11.1. General arrangement (drawing or photographs) indicating the position of the attached sections and views: U.K.
9.11.2. Drawings and/or photographs, for example, and where relevant, of the door and window pillars, air-intake grilles, radiator grille, windscreen wipers, rain gutter channels, handles, slide rails, flaps, door hinges and locks, hooks, eyes, decorative trim, badges, emblems and recesses and any other external projections and parts of the exterior surface which can be regarded as critical (e.g. lighting equipment). If the parts listed in the previous sentence are not critical, for documentation purposes they may be replaced by photographs, accompanied if necessary by dimensional details and/or text: U.K.
9.11.3. Drawings of parts of the external surface in accordance with Annex I, item 6.9.1 to Directive 74/483/EEC: … U.K.
9.11.4. Drawing of bumpers: … U.K.
9.11.5. Drawing of the floor line: … U.K.

9.12. Safety belts and/or other restraint systems U.K.

9.12.1. Number and position of safety belts and restraint systems and seats on which they can be used U.K.
a

The table may be extended as necessary for vehicles with more than two rows of seats or if there are more than three seats across the width of the vehicle.

(L = left-hand side, R = right-hand side, C = centre)
Complete EC type-approval mark Variant, if applicable Belt adjustment device for height (indicate yes/no/optional)
First row of seats L
C
R
Second row of seats a L
C
R
9.12.2. Nature and position of supplementary restraint systems (indicate yes/no/optional) U.K.
a

The table may be extended as necessary for vehicles with more than two rows of seats or if there are more than three seats across the width of the vehicle

(L = left-hand side, R = right-hand side, C = centre)
Front airbag Side airbag Belt pre-loading device
First row of seats L
C
R
Second row of seats a L
C
R
9.12.3. Number and position of safety belt anchorages and proof of compliance with Directive 76/115/EEC, (i.e. type-approval number or test report): … U.K.
9.12.4. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): … U.K.

9.13. Safety belt anchorages U.K.

9.13.1. Photographs and/or drawings of the bodywork showing the position and dimensions of the actual and the effective anchorages including the R-points: … U.K.
9.13.2. Drawings of the belt anchorages and parts of the vehicle structure where they are attached (with the material indication): … U.K.
9.13.3. Designation of the types (5) of safety belt authorised for fitting to the anchorages with which the vehicle is equipped U.K.
a

The table may be extended as necessary for vehicles with more than two rows of seats or if there are more than three seats across the width of the vehicle.

Anchorage location
Vehicle structure Seat structure
First row of seats
Right-hand seat Lower anchorages outboard inboard
Upper anchorages
Centre seat Lower anchorages right left
Upper anchorages
Left-hand seat Lower anchorages outboard inboard
Upper anchorages
Second row of seats a
Right-hand seat Lower anchorages outboard inboard
Upper anchorages
Centre seat Lower anchorages right left
Upper anchorages
Left-hand seat Lower anchorages outboard inboard
Upper anchorages
9.13.4. Description of a particular type of safety belt where an anchorage is located in the seat backrest or incorporates an energy dissipating device: … U.K.

9.14. Space for mounting rear registration plates (give range where appropriate, drawings may be used where applicable) U.K.

9.14.1. Height above road surface, upper edge: … U.K.
9.14.2. Height above road surface, lower edge: … U.K.
9.14.3. Distance of the centre line from the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle: … U.K.
9.14.4. Distance from the left vehicle edge: … U.K.
9.14.5. Dimensions (length × width): … U.K.
9.14.6. Inclination of the plane to the vertical: … U.K.
9.14.7. Angle of visibility in the horizontal plane: … U.K.

9.15. Rear under-run protection U.K.

9.15.0. Presence: yes/no/incomplete (2) U.K.
9.15.1. Drawing of the vehicle parts relevant to the rear under-run protection, i.e. drawing of the vehicle and/or chassis with position and mounting of the widest rear axle, drawing of the mounting and/or fitting of the rear under-run protection. If the under-run protection is not a special device, the drawing shall clearly show that the required dimensions are met: … U.K.
9.15.2. In case of a special device, full description and/or drawing of the rear under-run protection (including mountings and fittings), or, if approved as separate technical unit, type-approval number: … U.K.

9.16. Wheel guards U.K.

9.16.1. Brief description of the vehicle with regard to its wheel guards: … U.K.
9.16.2. Detailed drawings of the wheel guards and their position on the vehicle showing the dimensions specified in Figure 1 of Annex I to Directive 78/549/EEC and taking account of the extremes of tyre/wheel combinations: … U.K.

9.17. Statutory plates U.K.

9.17.1. Photographs and/or drawings of the locations of the statutory plates and inscriptions and of the vehicle identification number: … U.K.
9.17.2. Photographs and/or drawings of the statutory plate and inscriptions (completed example with dimensions): … U.K.
9.17.3. Photographs and/or drawings of the vehicle identification number (completed example with dimensions): … U.K.
9.17.4. Manufacturer's declaration of compliance with the requirements set out in point 3.1.1.1 of Annex to Council Directive 76/114/EEC ( OJ L 24, 30.1.1976, p. 1 ) U.K.
9.17.4.1. The meaning of characters in the second section and, if applicable, in the third section used to comply with the requirements of section 5.3 of ISO Standard 3779-1983 shall be explained: … U.K.
9.17.4.2. If characters in the second section are used to comply with the requirements of section 5.4 of ISO Standard 3779-1983 these characters shall be indicated: … U.K.

9.18. Radio interference/electromagnetic compatibility U.K.

9.18.1. Description and drawings/photographs of the shapes and constituent materials of the part of the body forming the engine compartment and the part of the passenger compartment nearest to it: … U.K.
9.18.2. Drawings or photographs of the position of metal components housed in the engine compartment (e.g. heating appliances, spare wheel, air filter, steering mechanism, etc.): … U.K.
9.18.3. Table and drawing of radio-interference control equipment: … U.K.
9.18.4. Particulars of the nominal value of the direct current resistance, and, in the case of resistive ignition cables, of their nominal resistance per metre: … U.K.

9.19. Lateral protection U.K.

9.19.0. Presence: yes/no/incomplete (2) U.K.
9.19.1. Drawing of the vehicle parts relevant to the lateral protection, i.e. drawing of the vehicle and/or chassis with position and mounting of the axle(s), drawing of the mountings and/or the fittings of lateral protection device(s). If the lateral protection is achieved without lateral protection device(s) the drawing shall clearly show that the required dimensions are met: … U.K.
9.19.2. In the case of lateral protection device(s), full description and/or drawing of such device(s) (including mountings and fittings) or its/their component type-approval number(s): … U.K.

9.20. Spray-suppression system U.K.

9.20.0. Presence: yes/no/incomplete (2) U.K.
9.20.1. Brief description of the vehicle with regard to its spray-suppression system and the constituent components: … U.K.
9.20.2. Detailed drawings of the spray-suppression system and its position on the vehicle showing the dimensions specified in the figures in Annex III to Directive 91/226/EEC and taking account of the extremes of tyre/wheel combinations: … U.K.
9.20.3. Type-approval number(s) of spray-suppression device(s), if available: … U.K.

9.21. Side-impact resistance U.K.

9.21.1. A detailed description, including photographs and/or drawings, of the vehicle with respect to the structure, the dimensions, the lines and the constituent materials of the side walls of the passenger compartment (exterior and interior), including specific details of the protection system, where applicable: … U.K.

9.22. Front under-run protection U.K.

9.22.0. Presence: yes/no/incomplete (2) U.K.
9.22.1. Drawing of the vehicle parts relevant to the front under-run protection, i.e. drawing of the vehicle and/or chassis with position and mounting and/or fitting of the front under-run protection. If the under-run protection is no special device, the drawing shall clearly show that the required dimensions are met: … U.K.
9.22.2. In the case of special device, full description and/or drawing of the front under-run protection (including mountings and fittings), or, if approved as a separate technical unit, type-approval number: … U.K.

9.23. Pedestrian protection U.K.

9.23.1. A detailed description, including photographs and/or drawings, of the vehicle with respect to the structure, the dimensions, the relevant reference lines and the constituent materials of the frontal part of the vehicle (interior and exterior), including detail of any active protection system installed. U.K.

[F29.24. Frontal protection systems U.K.

9.24.1. General arrangement (drawings or photographs) indicating the position and attachment of the frontal protection systems: U.K.
9.24.2. Drawings and/or photographs, where relevant, of air intake grilles, radiator grille, decorative trim, badges, emblems and recesses and any other external projections and parts of the exterior surface which can be regarded as critical (e.g. lighting equipment). If the parts listed in the first sentence are not critical, for documentation purposes they may be replaced by photographs, accompanied if necessary by dimensional details and/or text: U.K.
9.24.3. Complete details of fittings required and full instructions, including torque requirements, for fitting: U.K.
9.24.4. Drawing of bumpers: U.K.
9.24.5. Drawing of the floor line at the vehicle front end:] ] U.K.
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[F1 [F1If a part has been type-approved, that part need not be described if reference is made to such approval. Similarly, a part need not be described if its construction is clearly apparent from the attached diagrams or drawings. For each item for which drawings or photographs shall be attached, give numbers of the corresponding attached documents.]

(2)

Delete where not applicable (there are cases where nothing needs to be deleted when more than one entry is applicable).

(3)

The number of seating positions to be mentioned shall be the one when the vehicle is in motion. A range can be specified in case of modular arrangement.

(4)

R-point or seating reference point means a design point defined by the vehicle manufacturer for each seating position and established with respect to the three-dimensional reference system as specified in Annex III to Council Directive 77/649/EEC ( OJ L 267, 19.10.1977, p. 1 ).

(5)

For symbols and marks to be used, see Annex III, items 1.1.3 and 1.1.4 to Council Directive 77/541/EEC ( OJ L 220, 29.8.1977, p. 95 ). In the case of S type belts, specify the nature of the type(s).]

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