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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components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles (Framework Directive) (Text with EEA relevance) (repealed)
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CHAPTER VIII NEW TECHNOLOGIES OR CONCEPTS INCOMPATIBLE WITH SEPARATE DIRECTIVES
Article 29.Vehicles, systems, components or separate technical units in compliance with this Directive
Article 30.Vehicles, systems, components or separate technical units not in conformity with the approved type
Article 31.Sale and entry into service of parts or equipment which are capable of posing a significant risk to the correct functioning of essential systems
CHAPTER XVI DESIGNATION AND NOTIFICATION OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
All information documents in this directive and in separate directives...
The following information shall be supplied in triplicate and include...
If the systems, components or separate technical units referred to...
0.2.2. For multi-stage approved vehicles, type-approval information of the base/previous stage...
0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle/component/separate...
0.4.1. Classification(s) according to the dangerous goods which the vehicle is...
0.5.1. For multi-stage approved vehicles, company name and address of the...
0.6. Location and method of attachment of statutory plates and location...
0.9. Name and address of the manufacturer's representative (if any): …...
1. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS
1.1. Photographs and/or drawings of a representative vehicle/component/separate technical unit :...
1.8.1. Vehicle is equipped to be driven in right/left hand traffic....
1.9. Specify if the towing vehicle is intended to tow semi-trailers...
1.10. Specify if the vehicle is specially designed for the controlled-temperature...
2.2.1.1. Distance between the axis of the fifth wheel kingpin and...
2.2.1.2. Maximum distance between the axis of the fifth wheel kingpin...
2.2.1.3. Semi-trailer special wheelbase (as defined in Section 7.6.1.2 of Annex...
2.2.2.1. Fifth wheel lead (maximum and minimum; indicate the permissible values...
2.2.2.2. Maximum height of the fifth wheel (standardised) : …
2.4. Range of vehicle dimensions (overall)
2.4.1.1.3. In the case of trailers, maximum permissible drawbar length :...
2.4.1.3. Height (in running order) (for suspensions adjustable for height, indicate...
2.4.1.5.2. Minimum and maximum permissible overhang of the coupling point :...
2.4.1.6. Ground clearance (as defined in point 4.5 of Section A...
2.4.1.8. Extreme permissible positions of the centre of gravity of the...
2.4.2.1.2. In the case of trailers, maximum permissible drawbar length :...
2.4.2.2.1. Thickness of the walls (in the case of vehicles designed...
2.4.2.3. Height (in running order) (for suspensions adjustable for height, indicate...
2.4.2.5.2. Minimum and maximum permissible overhang of the coupling point :...
2.4.2.6. Ground clearance (as defined in point 4.5 of Section A...
2.4.2.8. Extreme permissible positions of the centre of gravity of the...
2.4.2.9. Position of centre of gravity of the vehicle (M 2...
2.4.3. For bodywork approved without chassis (vehicles M 2 and M...
2.4.3.3. Nominal height (in running order) on intended chassis type(s) (for...
2.5. Minimum mass on the steering axle(s) for incomplete vehicles:
2.7. Minimum mass of the completed vehicle as stated by the...
2.7.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles and, in the...
2.8. Technically permissible maximum laden mass stated by the manufacturer :...
2.8.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles and, in the...
2.10. Technically permissible mass on each group of axles: …
2.11. Technically permissible maximum towable mass of the towing vehicle
2.11.3.1. Maximum ratio of the coupling overhang to the wheel base:...
2.11.5. Technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination : …...
2.12. Technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point:
2.13. Rear swing-out (Section 7.6.2. and 7.6.3. of Annex I to...
2.14.1. Engine power/technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination ratio...
2.16. Registration/in service maximum permissible masses (optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: …
2.16.2. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in...
2.16.3. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each group of axles:...
2.16.4. Registration/in service maximum permissible towable mass: …
2.16.5. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: …
2.17. Vehicle submitted to multi-stage type-approval (only in the case of...
3.2. Internal combustion engine
3.2.1. Specific engine information
3.2.1.1. Working principle: positive ignition/compression ignition/dual-fuel
3.2.1.1.1. Type of dual-fuel engine: Type 1A/Type 1B/Type 2A/Type 2B/Type 3B...
3.2.1.1.2. Gas energy ratio over the hot part of the WHTC...
3.2.1.5. Drawings of combustion chamber, piston crown and, in the case...
3.2.1.7. Carbon monoxide content by volume in the exhaust gas with...
3.2.1.9. Maximum permitted engine speed as prescribed by the manufacturer: …...
3.2.1.11. (Euro VI only) Manufacturer references of the Documentation package required...
3.2.3.1.2. Drawing and technical description of the tank(s) with all connections...
3.2.3.1.3. Drawing clearly showing the position of the tank(s) in the...
3.2.3.2.2. Drawing and technical description of the tank(s) with all connections...
3.2.3.2.3. Drawing clearly showing the position of the tank(s) in the...
3.2.4.2. By fuel injection (compression ignition or dual-fuel only): yes/no
3.2.4.2.2. Working principle: direct injection/pre-chamber/swirl chamber
3.2.4.2.3.3. Maximum fuel delivery : …… mm 3 /stroke or cycle...
3.2.4.2.4.2.1. Speed at which cut-off starts under load: …… min -1...
3.2.4.2.6.3. Opening pressure : … kPa or characteristic diagram : …...
3.2.4.2.9.3 Description of the system (in the case of systems other...
3.2.4.3.4. System description (In the case of systems other than continuous...
3.2.4.3.5. Injectors: opening pressure : …… kPa or characteristic diagram: …...
3.2.6. Ignition system (spark ignition engines only)
3.2.8.1.3. Description of the system (e.g. maximum charge pressure: …… kPa;...
3.2.8.3. Intake depression at rated engine speed and at 100 %...
3.2.8.3.3. (Euro VI only) Actual Intake system depression at rated engine...
3.2.8.4. Description and drawings of inlet pipes and their accessories (plenum...
3.2.8.4.1. Intake manifold description (include drawings and/or photos): …
3.2.9.1. Description and/or drawing of the exhaust manifold: …
3.2.9.2. Description and/or drawing of the exhaust system: …
3.2.9.2.1. (Euro VI only) Description and/or drawing of the elements of...
3.2.9.3. Maximum allowable exhaust back pressure at rated engine speed and...
3.2.9.3.1. (Euro VI only) Actual exhaust back pressure at rated engine...
3.2.9.7.1. (Euro VI only) Acceptable exhaust system volume: … dm 3...
3.2.9.7.2. (EURO VI only) Volume of the exhaust system that is...
3.2.10. Minimum cross-sectional areas of inlet and outlet ports: …
3.2.12. Measures taken against air pollution
3.2.12.1. Device for recycling crankcase gases (description and drawings): …
3.2.12.1.1. (Euro VI only) Device for recycling crankcase gases: yes/no (...
3.2.12.2. Additional pollution control devices (if any, and if not covered...
3.2.12.2.1.1. Number of catalytic converters and elements (provide the information below...
3.2.12.2.1.2. Dimensions, shape and volume of the catalytic converter(s): …
3.2.12.2.1.8. Type of casing for the catalytic converter(s): …
3.2.12.2.1.9. Location of the catalytic converter(s) (place and reference distance in...
3.2.12.2.1.11. Regeneration systems/method of exhaust after-treatment systems, description: …
3.2.12.2.1.11.1. Number of Type I operating cycles (or equivalent engine bench...
3.2.12.2.1.11.2. Description of method employed to determine the number of cycles...
3.2.12.2.1.11.3. Parameters to determine the level of loading required before regeneration...
3.2.12.2.1.11.4. Description of method used to load system in the test...
3.2.12.2.1.11.7. Type and concentration of reagent needed for catalytic action: …...
3.2.12.2.1.11.8. Normal operational temperature range of reagent: ……… K
3.2.12.2.1.11.10. Frequency of reagent refill: continuous/maintenance
3.2.12.2.5.1. Detailed description of the devices and their state of tune:...
3.2.12.2.5.5. Schematic drawing of the fuel tank with indication of capacity...
3.2.12.2.5.6. Drawing of the heat shield between tank and exhaust system:...
3.2.12.2.6.1. Dimensions, shape and capacity of the particulate trap: …
3.2.12.2.6.3. Location (reference distance in the exhaust line): …
3.2.12.2.6.4. Method or system of regeneration, description and/or drawing: …
3.2.12.2.6.4.1. Number of Type I operating cycles (or equivalent engine bench...
3.2.12.2.6.4.2. Description of method employed to determine the number of cycles...
3.2.12.2.6.4.3. Parameters to determine the level of loading required before regeneration...
3.2.12.2.6.4.4 Description of method used to load system in the test...
3.2.12.2.6.7. Normal operating temperature: … (K) and pressure range … (KPa)...
3.2.12.2.6.8. In the case of periodic regeneration (heavy-duty vehicles only)
3.2.12.2.6.8.1. Number of ETC test cycles between 2 regenerations (n1): …...
3.2.12.2.6.8.1.1. (Euro VI only) Number of WHTC test cycles without regeneration...
3.2.12.2.6.8.2. Number of ETC cycles during regeneration (n2): … (not applicable...
3.2.12.2.6.8.2.1. (Euro VI only) Number of WHTC test cycles with regeneration...
3.2.12.2.7.0.1. (Euro VI only) Number of OBD engine families within the...
3.2.12.2.7.0.2. List of the OBD engine families (when applicable)
3.2.12.2.7.0.3. Number of the OBD engine family the parent engine /...
3.2.12.2.7.0.4. Manufacturer references of the OBD-Documentation required by Article 5(4)(c) and...
3.2.12.2.7.0.5. When appropriate, manufacturer reference of the Documentation for installing in...
3.2.12.2.7.0.6. When appropriate, manufacturer reference of the documentation package related to...
3.2.12.2.7.1. Written description and/or drawing of the MI: …
3.2.12.2.7.2. List and purpose of all components monitored by the OBD...
3.2.12.2.7.3. Written description (general working principles) for
3.2.12.2.7.3.1.4. Other components monitored by the OBD system: …
3.2.12.2.7.3.2.5 Other components monitored by the OBD system: …
3.2.12.2.7.4. Criteria for MI activation (fixed number of driving cycles or...
3.2.12.2.7.5. List of all OBD output codes and formats used (with...
3.2.12.2.7.6. The following additional information shall be provided by the vehicle...
3.2.12.2.7.6.1. A description of the type and number of the preconditioning...
3.2.12.2.7.6.2. A description of the type of the OBD demonstration cycle...
3.2.12.7.6.3. A comprehensive document describing all sensed components with the strategy...
3.2.12.2.7.6.4. The information required above may be defined by completing a...
3.2.12.2.7.6.5. (Euro VI only) OBD Communication protocol standard:
3.2.12.2.7.7. (Euro VI only) Manufacturer reference of the OBD related information...
3.2.12.2.7.7.1. As an alternative to a manufacturer reference provided in Section...
3.2.12.2.7.8. (EURO VI only) OBD components on-board the vehicle
3.2.12.2.7.8.0. Alternative approval as provided for in point 2.4.1 of Annex...
3.2.12.2.7.8.2. Written description and/or drawing of the MI
3.2.12.2.7.8.3. Written description and/or drawing of the OBD off-board communication interface...
3.2.12.2.8.1. (Euro VI only) Systems to ensure the correct operation of...
3.2.12.2.8.2.1. (Euro VI only) Engine with permanent deactivation of the driver...
3.2.12.2.8.3. (Euro VI only) Number of OBD engine families within the...
3.2.12.2.8.3.1. (Euro VI only) List of the OBD engine families within...
3.2.12.2.8.3.2. (Euro VI only) Number of the OBD engine family the...
3.2.12.2.8.5. (Euro VI only) Number of the OBD engine family the...
3.2.12.2.8.6. (Euro VI only) Lowest concentration of the active ingredient present...
3.2.12.2.8.7. (Euro VI only) When appropriate, manufacturer reference of the Documentation...
3.2.12.2.8.8. (EURO VI only) Components on-board the vehicle of the systems...
3.2.12.2.9.1. Description of the torque limiter activation (heavy-duty vehicles only): …...
3.2.12.2.9.2. Description of the full load curve limitation (heavy-duty vehicles only):...
3.2.14. Details of any devices designed to influence fuel economy (if...
3.2.17. Specific information related to gas and dual-fuel engines for heavy-duty...
3.2.17.2. Pressure regulator(s) or vaporiser/pressure regulator(s)
3.2.17.3. Fuelling system: mixing unit/gas injection/liquid injection/direct injection
3.2.17.3.2. System description and/or diagram and drawings: …
3.2.17.5.2. Injection: continuous/simultaneously timed/sequentially timed
3.2.17.6.2.3. Opening pressure or characteristic diagram : …
3.2.17.8.1. Variant 1 (only in the case of approvals of engines...
3.2.17.8.1.0.1. (Euro VI only) Self adaptive feature? Yes/No ( 1 )...
3.2.17.8.1.0.2. (Euro VI only) Calibration for a specific gas composition NG-H/NG-L/NG-HL...
3.2.17.8.2. Variant 2 (only in the case of approvals for several...
3.2.17.9. When appropriate, manufacturer reference of the documentation for installing the...
3.2.18.1. EC type-approval number in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 79/2009:...
3.2.18.2. Electronic engine management control unit for hydrogen fuelling
3.2.18.3.1. Description of the safeguarding of the catalyst at switch-over from...
3.2.19.1. Percentage of hydrogen in the fuel (the maximum specified by...
3.2.19.2. EC type-approval number in accordance with UNECE Regulation No 110...
3.2.19.3. Electronic engine management control unit for H 2 NG fuelling...
3.2.19.4.1. Description of the safeguarding of the catalyst at switch-over from...
3.4. Engine or motor combination
3.4.2. Category of hybrid electric vehicle: off-vehicle charging/not off-vehicle charging:
3.4.4. Description of the energy storage device: (battery, capacitor, flywheel/generator)
3.4.5. Electric motor (describe each type of electric motor separately)
3.4.8. Vehicle electric range … km (in accordance with Annex 9...
3.4.9. Manufacturer's recommendation for preconditioning : …
3.5. CO 2 emissions/fuel consumption (manufacturer's declared value)
3.5.2. Fuel consumption (provide details for each reference fuel tested)
3.5.4. CO 2 emissions for heavy duty engines (Euro VI only)...
3.5.5. Fuel consumption for heavy duty engines (Euro VI only)
3.5.6. Vehicle fitted with an eco-innovation within the meaning of Article...
4.2.1. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …...
6.2.2. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …...
6.2.3.1. Suspension of driving axle(s) equivalent to air-suspension: yes/no
6.2.3.2. Frequency and damping of the oscillation of the sprung mass:...
6.2.4.1. Suspension of non-driving axle(s) equivalent to air-suspension: yes/no
6.2.4.2. Frequency and damping of the oscillation of the sprung mass:...
6.3. Characteristics of the springing parts of the suspension (design, characteristics...
7.1. Schematic diagram of steered axle(s) showing steering geometry: …
7.2.1. Type of steering transmission (specify for front and rear, if...
7.2.2. Linkage to wheels (including other than mechanical means; specify for...
7.2.2.1. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …...
7.2.3.1. Method and diagram of operation, make(s) and type(s): …
7.2.4. Diagram of the steering equipment as a whole, showing the...
7.2.6. Range and method of adjustment (if any), of the steering...
8.1. Type and characteristics of the brakes as defined in point...
8.2. Operating diagram, description and/or drawing of the braking system described...
8.3. Control and transmission of trailer braking systems in vehicles designed...
8.4. Vehicle is equipped to tow a trailer with electric/pneumatic/hydraulic service...
8.5.1. For vehicles with anti-lock systems, description of system operation (including...
8.6. Calculation and curves according to the Appendix to point 1.1.4.2...
8.7. Description and/or drawing of the energy supply, also to be...
8.7.1. In the case of compressed-air braking systems, working pressure p2...
8.7.2. In the case of vacuum braking systems, the initial energy...
8.8. Calculation of the braking system: Determination of the ratio between...
8.9. Brief description of the braking system according to point 1.6...
8.10. If claiming exemptions from the Type I and/or Type II...
8.11. Particulars of the type(s) of endurance braking system(s): …
9.5. Windscreen and other windows
9.9. Devices for indirect vision
9.9.1.4. Drawing(s) for the identification of the mirror showing the position...
9.9.1.5. Details of the method of attachment including that part of...
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...
9.9.2.1. Type and characteristics (such as a complete description of the...
9.9.2.1.1. In the case of a camera-monitor device, the detection distance...
9.9.2.1.2. Sufficiently detailed drawings to identify the complete device, including installation...
9.10.2. Arrangement and identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators
9.10.4.1. Type(s) of head restraints: integrated/detachable/separate
9.10.4.3.1. A detailed description of the head restraint, specifying in particular...
9.10.4.3.2.1. A detailed description of the structural zone to which the...
9.10.4.3.2.2. Dimensional drawings of the characteristic parts of the structure and...
9.10.5. Heating systems for the passenger compartment
9.10.5.1. A brief description of the vehicle type with regard to...
9.10.5.2. A detailed description of the vehicle type with regard to...
9.10.5.2.1. Layout drawing of the heating system showing its position in...
9.10.5.2.2. Layout drawing of the heat exchanger for heating systems using...
9.10.5.2.3. Sectional drawing of the heat exchanger or the parts respectively...
9.10.5.2.4. Specifications shall be given for further important components of the...
9.10.5.3. A brief description of the vehicle type with regard to...
9.10.5.3.1. Layout drawing of the combustion heater, the air inlet system,...
9.10.6. Components influencing the behaviour of the steering mechanism in the...
9.10.7. Burning behaviour of materials used in the interior construction of...
9.10.7.1. Material(s) used for the interior lining of the roof
9.10.7.5. Material(s) used for the heating and ventilation pipes
9.10.7.8. Components approved as complete devices (seats, separation walls, luggage racks,...
9.10.8 Gas used as refrigerant in the air-conditioning system: …
9.12. Safety belts and/or other restraint systems
9.12.1. Number and position of safety belts and restraint systems and...
9.12.2. Nature and position of supplementary restraint systems (indicate yes/no/optional)
9.12.3. Number and position of safety belt anchorages and proof of...
9.12.4. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …...
9.14. Space for mounting rear registration plates (give range where appropriate,...
9.17.1. Photographs and/or drawings of the locations of the statutory plates...
9.17.2. Photographs and/or drawings of the statutory plate and inscriptions (completed...
9.17.3. Photographs and/or drawings of the vehicle identification number (completed example...
9.17.4. Manufacturer's declaration of compliance with the requirements set out in...
9.17.4.1. The meaning of characters in the second section and, if...
9.17.4.2. If characters in the second section are used to comply...
9.18. Radio interference/electromagnetic compatibility
9.18.1. Description and drawings/photographs of the shapes and constituent materials of...
9.18.2. Drawings or photographs of the position of metal components housed...
9.18.3. Table and drawing of radio-interference control equipment: …
9.18.4. Particulars of the nominal value of the direct current resistance,...
9.24. Frontal protection systems
9.24.1. General arrangement (drawings or photographs) indicating the position and attachment...
9.24.2. Drawings and/or photographs, where relevant, of air intake grilles, radiator...
9.24.3. Complete details of fittings required and full instructions, including torque...
9.24.5. Drawing of the floor line at the vehicle front end:...
10. LIGHTING AND LIGHT SIGNALLING DEVICES
10.1. Table of all devices: number, make, model, type-approval mark, maximum...
10.2. Drawing of the position of lighting and light signalling devices:...
10.3. For every lamp and reflector specified in Council Directive 76/756/EEC...
10.3.1. Drawing showing the extent of the illuminating surface: …
10.3.2. Method used for the definition of the apparent surface in...
10.4. Dipped beam lamps: normal orientation in accordance to paragraph 6.2.6.1...
10.5. A brief description of electrical/electronic components other than lamps (if...
11. CONNECTIONS BETWEEN TOWING VEHICLES AND TRAILERS AND SEMI-TRAILERS
12.1.1. Location, method of affixing, placement and orientation of the device(s),...
12.2.1.1. A detailed description of the vehicle type with regard to...
12.2.1.2. Drawings of the protective device and of its mounting on...
12.2.1.5.2.1. A detailed technical description of the vehicle immobiliser and of...
12.2.1.5.2.2. The system(s) on which the vehicle immobiliser acts: …
12.2.1.5.2.3. Number of effective interchangeable codes, if applicable: …
12.2.2.2.1. A detailed description of the alarm system and of the...
12.2.2.2.2. A list of the main components comprising the alarm system:...
12.2.3. A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …...
12.3.3. Drawing or photograph of the chassis/area of the vehicle body...
12.4. Details of any non-engine related devices designed to influence fuel...
12.5. Details of any non-engine related devices designed to reduce noise...
12.6.4. Speed or range of speeds at which the speed limitation...
12.7. Table of installation and use of RF transmitters in the...
12.7.1. Vehicle equipped with a 24 GHz short-range radar equipment: yes/no...
13. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR BUSES AND COACHES
13.1. Class of vehicle: Class I/Class II/Class III/Class A/Class B
13.1.1. Type-approval number of bodywork approved as a separate technical unit:...
13.1.2. Chassis types where the type-approved bodywork can be installed (manufacturer(s),...
13.6. Number of emergency exits (doors, windows, escape hatches, intercommunication staircase...
13.9. Technical devices facilitating the access to vehicles (e.g. ramp, lifting...
13.10. Strength of superstructure
13.10.2.1. Detailed description of the superstructure of the vehicle type including...
13.10.2.2. Drawings of the vehicle and those parts of its interior...
13.10.2.3. Position of centre of gravity of the vehicle in running...
13.10.2.4. Maximum distance between the centre lines of the outboard passenger...
13.11. Points of Directive 2001/85/EC of the European parliament and of...
13.12. Drawing with dimensions showing the interior arrangement as regards the...
14. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR VEHICLES INTENDED FOR THE TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS...
14.1. Electrical equipment according to Council Directive 94/55/EC ( OJ L...
14.3. Special requirements for bodywork, if any, according to Directive 94/55/EC...
15. REUSABILITY, RECYCLABILITY AND RECOVERABILITY
15.2. Mass of the reference vehicle with bodywork or mass of...
15.3.1. Mass of material taken into account at the pre-treatment step...
15.3.2. Mass of the material taken into account at the dismantling...
15.3.3. Mass of material taken into account at the non-metallic residue...
15.3.4. Mass of material taken into account at the non-metallic residue...
15.3.6. Total mass of materials, which are reusable and/or recyclable: …...
15.3.7. Total mass of materials, which are reusable and/or recoverable: …...
GENERAL DEFINITIONS, CRITERIA FOR VEHICLE CATEGORISATION, VEHICLE TYPES AND TYPES OF BODYWORK
INTRODUCTORY PART General definitions and general provisions
2.1. Number of seating positions
2.1.1. The requirements regarding the number of seating positions apply to...
2.1.3. The following requirements apply for the counting of the seating...
2.1.4. With respect to vehicles covered by Directive 2001/85/EC of the...
2.1.5. When seat anchors for a removable seat are present in...
2.1.6. An area intended for an occupied wheelchair shall be regarded...
PART A Criteria for vehicle categorisation
3. Criteria for the categorisation of vehicles in category N
3.1. The categorisation of a vehicle type in category N shall...
3.2. As a matter of principle, the compartment(s) where all the...
3.3. By way of derogation from the requirements of point 3.2,...
3.4. Securing devices - lashing devices - intended for securing the...
3.5. The number of seating positions excluding the driver’s seating position...
3.6. Vehicles shall show a goods-carrying capacity equal or higher than...
3.7. The requirements referred to in points 3.2 to 3.6 shall...
3.8. Criteria for the categorisation of vehicles as N 1 ....
4. Criteria for the subcategorisation of vehicles as off-road vehicles
PART B Criteria for vehicle types, variants and versions
7. Common requirements for all vehicle categories
7.1. When a vehicle falls into several categories because of its...
7.2. A vehicle of category N may be type-approved against the...
7.3. Type-, variant- and version designations
7.3.1. The manufacturer shall allocate an alphanumeric code to each vehicle...
7.3.2. The whole code shall be designated: Type-Variant-Version or ‘ TVV...
7.3.3. The TVV shall clearly and unequivocally identify a unique combination...
7.3.4. The same manufacturer may use the same code in order...
7.3.5. The same manufacturer shall not use the same code in...
Procedure for checking whether a vehicle can be categorised as...
2. Measurement of approach, departure and ramp angles
2.1. The approach angle shall be measured in accordance with Item...
2.2. The departure angle shall be measured in accordance with Item...
2.3. The ramp angle shall be measured in accordance with Item...
2.4. When measuring the departure angle rear underrun protection devices which...
2.5. The prescription in point 2.4 shall not be construed as...
3. Measurement of ground clearance
INFORMATION DOCUMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF EC TYPE-APPROVAL OF VEHICLES
0.2.2. For multi-stage approved vehicles, type-approval information of the base/previous stage...
0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle...
0.4.1. Classification(s) according to the dangerous goods which the vehicle is...
0.5.1. For multi-stage approved vehicles, company name and address of the...
0.9. Name and address of the manufacturer's representative (if any): …...
2. MASSES AND DIMENSIONS ( f )( g )( 7 )...
2.4. Range of vehicle dimensions (overall)
2.5. Minimum mass on the steering axle(s) for incomplete vehicles: …...
2.7. Minimum mass of the completed vehicle as stated by the...
2.8. Technically permissible maximum laden mass stated by the manufacturer (...
2.8.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles and, in the...
2.10. Technically permissible mass on each group of axles: …
2.11. Technically permissible maximum towable mass of the towing vehicle
2.11.5. Technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination ( 3...
2.12. Technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point:
2.12.2. of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid drawbar...
2.16. Registration/in service maximum permissible masses (optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: …
2.16.2. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in...
2.16.3. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each group of axles:...
2.16.4. Registration/in service maximum permissible towable mass: …
2.16.5. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: …
2.17. Vehicle submitted to multi-stage type-approval (only in the case of...
2.17.2. Default added mass (DAM), calculated in accordance with Section 5...
3.1.1. Manufacturer's engine code (as marked on the engine or other...
3.1.2. Approval number (if appropriate) including fuel identification marking: …
3.2. Internal combustion engine
3.2.1.1. Working principle: positive ignition/compression ignition/dual-fuel ( 1 )
3.2.1.1.1. Type of dual-fuel engine: Type 1A/Type 1B/Type 2A/Type 2B/Type 3B...
3.2.1.1.2. Gas Energy Ratio over the hot part of the WHTC...
3.2.1.11. (Euro VI only) Manufacturer references of the Documentation package required...
3.2.2.2.1. (Euro VI only) Fuels compatible with use by the engine...
3.2.2.4. Vehicle fuel type: Mono fuel, Bi fuel, Flex fuel (...
3.2.2.5. Maximum amount of biofuel acceptable in fuel (manufacturer's declared value):...
3.2.12. Measures taken against air pollution
3.2.12.1.1. (Euro VI only) Device for recycling crankcase gases: yes/no (...
3.2.12.2. Additional pollution control devices (if any, and if not covered...
3.2.12.2.1.11. Regeneration systems/method of exhaust after-treatment systems, description: …
3.2.12.2.1.11.7. Type and concentration of reagent needed for catalytic action: …...
3.2.12.2.5. Evaporative emissions control system: yes/no ( 1 )
3.2.12.2.7.0.1. (Euro VI only) Number of OBD engine families within the...
3.2.12.2.7.0.2. (Euro VI only) List of the OBD engine families (when...
3.2.12.2.7.0.3. (Euro VI only) Number of the OBD engine family the...
3.2.12.2.7.0.4. (Euro VI only) Manufacturer references of the OBD-Documentation required by...
3.2.12.2.7.0.5. (Euro VI only) When appropriate, manufacturer reference of the Documentation...
3.2.12.2.7.0.6. (Euro VI uniquement) Le cas échéant, référence du constructeur du...
3.2.12.2.7.6.5. (Euro VI only) OBD Communication protocol standard: ( 8 )...
3.2.12.2.7.7. (Euro VI only) Manufacturer reference of the OBD related information...
3.2.12.2.7.7.1. As an alternative to a manufacturer reference provided in Section...
3.2.12.2.7.8. (EURO VI only) OBD components on-board the vehicle
3.2.12.2.7.8.2. Written description and/or drawing of the MI ( 10 )...
3.2.12.2.7.8.3. Written description and/or drawing of the OBD off-board communication interface...
3.2.12.2.8.1. (Euro VI only) Systems to ensure the correct operation of...
3.2.12.2.8.2.1. (Euro VI only) Engine with permanent deactivation of the driver...
3.2.12.2.8.3. (Euro VI only) Number of OBD engine families within the...
3.2.12.2.8.4. (Euro VI only) List of the OBD engine families (when...
3.2.12.2.8.5. (Euro VI only) Number of the OBD engine family the...
3.2.12.2.8.6. (Euro VI only) Lowest concentration of the active ingredient present...
3.2.12.2.8.7. (Euro VI only) When appropriate, manufacturer reference of the Documentation...
3.2.12.2.8.8. Components on-board the vehicle of the systems ensuring the correct...
3.2.13.1. Location of the absorption coefficient symbol (compression ignition engines only):...
3.2.17.8.1.0.1. (Euro VI only) Self adaptive feature? Yes/No ( 1 )...
3.2.17.8.1.0.2. (Euro VI only) Calibration for a specific gas composition NG-H/NG-L/NG-HL...
3.4. Engine or motor combination
3.4.2. Category of hybrid electric vehicle: off-vehicle charging/not off-vehicle charging: (...
3.5.4. (Euro VI only) CO 2 emissions for heavy duty engines...
3.5.5. (Euro VI only) Fuel consumption for heavy duty engines
9.10.3.2. Seat(s) designated for use only when the vehicle is stationary:...
9.10.4.1. Type(s) of head restraints: integrated/detachable/separate ( 1 )
9.10.8 Gas used as refrigerant in the air-conditioning system: …
9.10.8.1. The air-conditioning system is designed to contain fluorinated greenhouse gases...
9.12.2. Nature and position of supplementary restraint systems (indicate yes/no/optional):
9.17.1. Photographs and/or drawings of the locations of the statutory plates...
9.17.2. Photographs and/or drawings of the statutory plate and inscriptions (completed...
9.17.3. Photographs and/or drawings of the vehicle identification number (completed example...
9.17.4.1. The meaning of characters in the second section and, if...
9.17.4.2. If characters in the second section are used to comply...
11. CONNECTIONS BETWEEN TOWING VEHICLES AND TRAILERS AND SEMI-TRAILERS
2. MASSES AND DIMENSIONS ( f )( g )( 7 )...
2.7. Minimum mass of the completed vehicle as stated by the...
2.8. Technically permissible maximum laden mass stated by the manufacturer (...
2.8.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles, and in the...
2.10. Technically permissible mass on each group of axles: …
2.12. Technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point:
2.12.2. Of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid drawbar...
2.16. Registration/in service maximum permissible masses (optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: …
2.16.2. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in...
2.16.3. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each group of axles:...
9.17.1. Photographs and/or drawings of the locations of the statutory plates...
9.17.2. Photographs and/or drawings of the statutory plate and inscriptions (completed...
9.17.3. Photographs and/or drawings of the vehicle identification number (completed example...
9.17.4.1. The meaning of characters in the second section and, if...
9.17.4.2. If characters in the second section are used to comply...
11. CONNECTIONS BETWEEN TOWING VEHICLES AND TRAILERS AND SEMI-TRAILERS
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF EC TYPE-APPROVAL OF VEHICLES
Requirements for the approval pursuant to Article 24 of complete...
PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED WITH RESPECT TO EC TYPE-APPROVAL
Procedure for the assessment of the technical services
7.1. The competent authority shall formally appoint an assessment team. The...
7.2. The competent authority shall clearly define the assignment given to...
7.3. The competent authority shall agree, together with the technical service...
7.4. The competent authority shall ensure that the assessment team is...
9. Analysis of findings and assessment report
9.1. The assessment team shall analyse all relevant information and evidence...
9.2. The competent authority’s reporting procedures shall ensure that the following...
9.3. The competent authority shall ensure that the responses of the...
9.4. The assessment report shall include, as a minimum the following:...
11. Reassessment and surveillance
11.1. Reassessment is similar to an initial assessment except that experience...
11.2. The competent authority shall design its plan for reassessment and...
11.3. When, during surveillance or reassessments, non-conformities are identified, the competent...
11.4. When the corrective or improvement actions have not been taken...
11.5. When the competent authority decides to suspend or withdraw the...
MODELS OF THE TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE
EC VEHICLE TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE
SECTION II The undersigned hereby certifies the accuracy of the manufacturer's description...
SECTION II 1. Additional information (where applicable): see Addendum
EC INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE APPROVAL CERTIFICATE
Section 1 The undersigned [ … …name and position ] hereby certifies...
Section 2 General construction characteristics 1. Number of axles: … and wheels:...
EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE NUMBERING SYSTEM
1. The EC type-approval number shall consist of four sections for...
3. On the vehicle's statutory plate(s) only, Section 5 shall be...
4.1. Example of a third type-approval (which as yet no extension)...
4.2. Example of the second extension to the fourth vehicle type-approval...
4.3. Example of a whole vehicle type-approval granted to a vehicle...
4.4. Example of a national type-approval granted to a vehicle produced...
4.5. Example of the type-approval number to be stamped on the...
5. Annex VII does not apply to type-approvals granted in accordance...
EC component and separate technical unit type-approval mark
1. The EC component and separate technical unit type-approval mark shall...
1.1. A rectangle surrounding the lower-case letter ‘e’ followed by the...
1.2. In the vicinity of the rectangle the ‘ base approval...
1.3. An additional symbol or symbols located above the rectangle, enabling...
2. The component or separate technical unit type-approval mark is affixed...
3. An example of a component or separate technical unit type-approval...
4. This Appendix does not apply to type-approvals granted in accordance...
Example of a component or separate technical unit type-approval mark
(To be completed by the type-approval authority and attached to...
2. Results of the exhaust emission tests
2.1. Emissions from motor vehicles tested under the test procedure for...
2.2. Emissions from engines tested under the test procedure for heavy-duty...
3. Results of the CO 2 emission, fuel/electric energy consumption, and...
4. Results of the tests for vehicles fitted with eco-innovation(s)
PART I COMPLETE AND COMPLETED VEHICLES
CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION PROCEDURES
NATURE OF AND PROVISIONS FOR THE EC TYPE-APPROVAL OF SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES
X The requirements of the relevant act are applicable. The series...
N/A This regulatory act is not applicable to this vehicle (no...
( 1 ) For vehicles with a reference mass not exceeding 2 610...
( 3 ) The fitting of an ESC system is required in accordance...
( 4 ) The fitting of an ESC system is required in accordance...
( 4A ) If fitted, the protective device shall fulfill the requirements of...
( 4B ) This Regulation applies to seats not falling within the scope...
( 8 ) For vehicles with a reference mass exceeding 2 610 kg...
( 9 ) For vehicles with a reference mass exceeding 2 610 kg...
( 9A ) Applies only where such vehicles are fitted with equipment covered...
( 11 ) Applies to vehicles with a technically permissible maximum laden mass...
( 12 ) Only applicable to vehicles where the ‘ Seating Reference Point...
( 13 ) Applies only when the manufacturer applies for type-approval of vehicles...
( 15 ) At the request of the manufacturer, a type-approval may be...
( 16 ) The fitting of an Advanced emergency braking system is not...
( 17 ) The fitting of a Lane departure warning system is not...
A The requirements shall be fulfilled to the greatest extent. The...
B Application limited to doors giving access to the seats designated...
C Application limited to that part of the vehicle in front...
D Application limited to seats designated for normal use when the...
F Modification to the routing and length of the refuelling duct...
G In case of multi-stage approval, requirements according to the category...
H Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer not...
I Tyres shall be type-approved according to the requirements of UNECE...
J For all window glazing other than driver's cab glazing (windshield...
L Application limited to seats designated for normal use when the...
M Application limited to seats designated for normal use when the...
N Provided that all mandatory lighting devices are installed and that...
Q Modification of exhaust system length after the last silencer not...
R Provided that the registration plates of all Member States can...
T Test to be performed only with the complete/completed vehicle. The...
U Test to be performed only with the complete/completed vehicle. Vehicles...
U 1 ABS is not mandatory for vehicles with hydrostatic drive.
V 1 For vehicles with hydrostatic drive, Directive 97/68/EC may also be...
W 0 Modification of exhaust system length is permitted without any further...
W 1 Requirements shall be complied with, but modification in the exhaust...
W 2 Modification of the routing, length of the refuelling duct, fuel...
W 3 The longitudinal plane of the intended wheelchair-travelling position shall be...
W 4 Compliance with the legal act(s) shall be required for the...
W 5 Each wheelchair location shall be provided with anchorages to which...
W 6 Each wheelchair location shall be provided with occupant restraint belt...
W 8 For the purposes of calculations, the mass of the wheel-chair...
W 9 Modification of the exhaust system length is permitted without the...
Y Provided that all mandatory lighting devices are installed.
Z The requirements on the protrusion of open windows shall not...
Z 1 Mobile cranes with more than six axles are considered to...
LIST OF EC TYPE-APPROVALS ISSUED PURSUANT TO REGULATORY ACTS
REGULATORY ACTS FOR WHICH A MANUFACTURER MAY BE DESIGNATED AS TECHNICAL SERVICE
PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED DURING MULTI-STAGE EC TYPE-APPROVAL
3.1. EC type-approvals in accordance with this Annex are granted on...
3.2. For the whole vehicle type-approval, the legislation (in particular the...
3.2.1 If a vehicle system/component type has not been modified, the...
3.2.2. Where a vehicle system type has been modified at the...
3.2.3 Where a vehicle system or whole vehicle type has been...
3.2.4. Where the category of a vehicle is changed, the relevant...
3.3. Subject to the agreement of the approval authority, a whole...
3.4. Where the cargo area of a complete or completed vehicle...
TIMETABLE FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF THIS DIRECTIVE IN RESPECT OF TYPE-APPROVAL
TIME-LIMITS FOR THE TRANSPOSITION OF REPEALED DIRECTIVES INTO NATIONAL LAW
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