Directive 2009/67/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (repealed)Show full title

6. SPECIFIC FITTING REQUIREMENTS U.K.

6.1. Main-beam headlamps U.K.

6.1.1. Number: one or two. U.K.

However, in the case of three-wheel mopeds with a maximum width exceeding 1 300 mm, two main-beam headlamps are required.

6.1.2. Arrangement drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.1.3. Position U.K.

6.1.3.1. Width: U.K.

• an independent main-beam headlamp may be fitted above or below or to one side of another front lamp: if these lamps are one above the other the reference centre of the main-beam headlamp must be located within the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle; if these lamps are side by side their reference centres must be symmetrical in relation to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle,

• a main-beam headlamp that is reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp must be fitted in such a way that its reference centre lies within the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle; however, when the vehicle is also fitted with an independent dipped-beam headlamp alongside the main-beam headlamp their reference centres must be symmetrical in relation to the median longitudinal plan of the vehicle,

• two main-beam headlamps of which either one or both are reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp must be fitted in such a way that their reference centres are symmetrical in relation of the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle.

6.1.3.2. The length: at the front of the vehicle. This requirement is considered to have been met if the light emitted does not disturb the driver either directly or indirectly by means of the rear-view mirrors and/or other reflective surfaces on the vehicle. U.K.

6.1.3.3. In the case of a single independent main-beam headlamp, the distance between the edge of the illuminating surface and that of the dipped-beam headlamp must not exceed 200 mm for each pair of lamps. U.K.

6.1.4. Geometrical visibility U.K.

Even in the zones which do not seem to be illuminated in the direction of observation under consideration, the illuminating surface must be visible within a divergent area limited by generatrices touching the entire contour of the illuminating surface and forming an angle of 5° at least with the headlamp reference axis. The contour of the projection of the illuminating surface on to a transverse plane that is tangent to the front part of the main-beam headlamp lens is considered to be the origin of the angles of geometrical visibility.

6.1.5. Alignment: towards the front. U.K.

May move in line with the steering angle.

6.1.6. May be grouped together with the dipped-beam headlamp and the front position lamp. U.K.

6.1.7. May not be combined with any other lamp. U.K.

6.1.8.

May be reciprocally incorporated: U.K.

6.1.8.1. with the dipped-beam headlamp; U.K.

6.1.8.2. with the front position lamp. U.K.

6.1.9. Electrical connections U.K.

The main-beam headlamps must light simultaneously. All main-beam headlamps must light when they are switched from dipped-beam to main-beam. All main-beam headlamps must be extinguished simultaneously when switched from main-beam to dipped-beam. The dipped-beam headlamps may remain lit at the same time as the main-beam headlamps.

[F1 6.1.10. Circuit-closed tell-tale: mandatory if the driving beam headlamp is fitted (non-flashing blue tell-tale).] U.K.

Textual Amendments

F1 Substituted by Commission Directive 2013/60/EU of 27 November 2013 amending for the purposes of adapting to technical progress, Directive 97/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on certain components and characteristics of two or three-wheel motor vehicles, Directive 2002/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council relating to the type-approval of two or three-wheel motor vehicles and Directive 2009/67/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on the installation of lighting and light-signalling devices on two- or three-wheel motor vehicles (Text with EEA relevance).

[F2 6.1.11. Other requirements: U.K.

• driving-beam headlamps of vehicles which tend to lean in corners may be fitted with a horizontal inclination adjustment system (HIAS) as defined in paragraph 2.25 of UNECE Regulation No 53, provided all relevant requirements of that Regulation applying to HIAS are met,

• the combined value of the maximum intensity of all driving-beam headlamps which can be activated at the same time shall not exceed 430 000  cd, which corresponds to a reference value of 100.]

Textual Amendments

F2 Inserted by Commission Directive 2013/60/EU of 27 November 2013 amending for the purposes of adapting to technical progress, Directive 97/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on certain components and characteristics of two or three-wheel motor vehicles, Directive 2002/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council relating to the type-approval of two or three-wheel motor vehicles and Directive 2009/67/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on the installation of lighting and light-signalling devices on two- or three-wheel motor vehicles (Text with EEA relevance).

6.2. Dipped-beam headlamps U.K.

6.2.1. Number: one or two. U.K.

However, in the case of three-wheel mopeds, the maximum width of which exceeds 1 300 mm, two dipped-beam headlamps are required.

6.2.2. Arrangement drawing: no particular specification. U.K.

6.2.3. Position U.K.

[F1 6.2.3.1. In width: U.K.

• a single independent passing-beam headlamp may be fitted above, below or to one side of another front lamp. If lamps are stacked on top of each other, the reference centre of the passing-beam headlamp shall be located within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle. If they are side by side, their reference centres shall be symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• a single independent passing-beam headlamp which is reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp shall be fitted in such a way that its reference centre lies within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is fitted with another front lamp alongside the passing-beam headlamp, the reference centre of the two lamps shall be symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• two passing-beam headlamps of which none, one or both are reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp shall be fitted in such a way that their reference centres are symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• where there are two passing-beam headlamps, the lateral distance between the outward edges of the light-emitting surfaces and the outermost edges of the vehicle shall not exceed 400 mm.]

6.2.3.2. Height: a minimum of 500 mm and a maximum of 1 200 mm above the ground. U.K.

6.2.3.3. Length: at the front of the vehicle this requirement is considered to have been met if the light emitted does not disturb the driver either directly or indirectly by means of the rear-view mirrors and/or other reflective surfaces of the vehicle. U.K.

6.2.4. Geometric visibility U.K.

Determined by angles α and β as specified in point A(10) of Annex I:

α

=

15° upwards and 10° downwards;

β

=

45° to the left and to the right if there is only one dipped-beam headlamp;

45° outwards and 10° inwards if there are two dipped-beam headlamps.

6.2.5. Alignment: towards the front. U.K.

May move in line with the steering angle.

6.2.6. May be grouped together with the main-headlamp and the front position lamp. U.K.

6.2.7. May not be combined with any other lamp. U.K.

6.2.8. May be reciprocally incorporated with the main headlamp and the front position lamp. U.K.

6.2.9. Electrical connections U.K.

The control for changing to the dipped beam must switch off all main-beam headlamps simultaneously, whereas the dipped beams may remain switched on at the same time as the main beam.

6.2.10. Circuit-closed telltale: optional. U.K.

Green non-flashing indicator light.

[F1 6.2.11. Other requirements: U.K.

• passing-beam headlamps of vehicles which tend to lean in corners may be fitted with a horizontal inclination adjustment system (HIAS) as defined in paragraph 2.25 of UNECE Regulation No 53, provided all relevant requirements of that Regulation applying to HIAS are met,

• passing-beam headlamps of which the lowest point of the light-emitting surface is 0,8 m or less above the ground shall be adjusted to an initial aiming inclination of between – 1,0 % and – 1,5 %. The precise value may be declared by the manufacturer,

• passing-beam headlamps of which the lowest point of the light-emitting surface is between 0,8 m and 1,0 m above the ground shall be adjusted to an initial aiming of inclination of between – 1,0 % and – 2,0 %. The precise value may be declared by the manufacturer,

• passing-beam headlamps of which the lowest point of the light-emitting surface is 1,0 m or more above the ground shall be adjusted to an initial aiming inclination of between – 1,5 % and – 2,0 %. The precise value may be declared by the manufacturer,

• for passing-beam headlamps with a light source with an objective luminous flux not exceeding 2 000 lumen and an initial inclination of between – 1,0 % and – 1,5 %, the vertical inclination shall remain between – 0,5 % and – 2,5 % under all loading conditions. The vertical inclination shall remain between – 1,0 % and – 3,0 % if the initial inclination is set between – 1,5 % and – 2,0 %. An external adjusting device may be used to satisfy the requirements, provided no tools other than those provided with the vehicle are needed,

• for passing-beam headlamps with a light source with an objective luminous flux exceeding 2 000 lumen and an initial inclination of between – 1,0 % and – 1,5 %, the vertical inclination shall remain between – 0,5 % and – 2,5 % under all loading conditions. The vertical inclination shall remain between – 1,0 % and – 3,0 % if the initial inclination is set between – 1,5 % and – 2,0 %. A headlamp levelling device may be used to satisfy the requirements of this point, provided its operation is fully automatic and the response time is less than 30 seconds.

[F2 6.2.11.1. Testing conditions: U.K.

• the inclination requirements in point 6.2.11 shall be verified as follows:

  • vehicle with its mass in running order and a mass of 75 kg simulating the driver,

  • vehicle fully laden with the mass distributed so as to attain the maximum axle loads as declared by the manufacturer for this loading condition,

  • vehicle with a mass of 75 kg simulating the driver and additionally laden so as to attain the maximum permissible rear axle load as declared by the manufacturer; however, the front axle load shall be as low as possible in this case,

• before any measurement is made, the vehicle shall be rocked three times and then moved backwards and forwards for at least a complete wheel revolution.] ]

6.3. Direction indicator lamps U.K.

6.3.1. Number: two per side. U.K.

6.3.2. Arrangement drawing: two front and two rear indicator lamps. U.K.

6.3.3. Position U.K.

6.3.3.1. Width: U.K.

• the edges of the illuminating surface furthest from the median longitudinal plane must also not be more than 400 mm from the outermost part of the vehicle,

• the internal edges of the illuminating surfaces must be at a distance of at least 500 mm,

• there must be a minimum distance between the illuminating surfaces of the nearest indicators and dipped-beam headlamps of:

  • 75 mm in the case of a minimum indicator intensity of 90 cd,

  • 40 mm in the case of a minimum indicator intensity of 175 cd,

  • 20 mm in the case of a minimum indicator intensity of 250 cd,

  • ≤ 20 mm in the case of a minimum indicator intensity of 400 cd.

6.3.3.2. Height: minimum 350 mm, maximum 1 500 mm above the ground. U.K.

6.3.4. Geometric visibility U.K.

Horizontal angles: see Appendix 2.

Vertical angles: 15° above and below the horizontal.

However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° if the lamps are less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.3.5. Alignment U.K.

The front direction indicator lamps may move in line with the steering angle.

6.3.6. May be grouped with one or more lamps. U.K.

6.3.7. May not be combined with any other lamp. U.K.

6.3.8. May not be reciprocally incorporated with another lamp. U.K.

6.3.9. Electrical connections U.K.

Direction indicator lamps must switch on independently of the other lamps. All direction indicator lamps on one side of a vehicle must be switched on and off by means of one control.

6.3.10. Operational telltale: optional. U.K.

This may be optical or auditory or both. If it is optical it must be green and of the flashing type. It must be visible under all normal operating conditions. It must be extinguished or remain alight without flashing or show a marked change of frequency in the event of the malfunction of any of the direction indicator lamps. If it is entirely auditory it must be clearly audible and show the same operating conditions as the optical telltale.

6.3.11. Other requirements U.K.

The characteristics listed below must be measured with the electrical generator supplying current only to those circuits that are essential to the operation of the engine and lighting devices. U.K.

6.3.11.1. Actuation of the light-signalling device control must be followed by illumination of the lamp within a maximum of one second and extinction of the first lamp within a maximum of one-and-a-half seconds. U.K.

6.3.11.2.

In the case of all vehicles the direction indicator lamps of which are supplied with direct current: U.K.

6.3.11.2.1. the flashing-light frequency must be 90 ± 30 times per minute; U.K.

6.3.11.2.2. the direction indicator lamps on the same side of the vehicle must flash at the same frequency and in phase. U.K.

6.3.11.3.

Where a vehicle is fitted with direction indicator lamps which are supplied with alternating current, when the engine speed lies between 50 and 100 % of the speed corresponding to the maximum speed of the vehicle: U.K.

6.3.11.3.1. the lights must flash at a frequency of 90 ± 30 times per minute; U.K.

6.3.11.3.2. the direction indicator lamps may flash on the same side of the vehicle either simultaneously or alternately. The front lamps must not be visible to the rear nor the rear lamps to the front within the zones defined in Appendix 1. U.K.

6.3.11.4.

Where the direction indicator lamps fitted to a vehicle are supplied with alternating current, when the engine speed lies between the idling speed specified by the manufacturer and 50 % of the speed corresponding to the maximum speed of the vehicle: U.K.

6.3.11.4.1. the flashing frequency must be between 90 + 30 and 90 – 45 times per minute; U.K.

6.3.11.4.2. direction indicator lamps on the same side of the vehicle may flash either simultaneously or alternately. The front lamps must not be visible to the rear, nor the rear lamps visible to the front within the zones defined in Appendix 1. U.K.

6.3.11.5. In the event of failure, other than a short circuit, of one direction indicator lamp, the other must continue to flash, or remain lit, but the frequency in this state may be different from that specified. U.K.

6.4. Stop lamps U.K.

[F1 6.4.1. Number: U.K.

• one or two, in the case of vehicles of an overall width not exceeding 1 300  mm,

• two, in the case of vehicles of an overall width exceeding 1 300  mm,

• an additional stop lamp of category S3 or S4 (i.e. central high mounted stop lamp) may be fitted, provided all relevant requirements of UNECE Regulation No 48 applying to the installation of such stop lamps on vehicles of category M1 are met.]

6.4.2. Arrangement drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.4.3. Position U.K.

6.4.3.1. Width: if there is only one stop lamp its centre of reference must lie within the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle, or if there are two stop lamps they must be symmetrical to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle. In the case of vehicles with two rear wheels: at least 600 mm between the two lamps. The distance may be reduced to 400 mm of the maximum width if the vehicle is less than 1 300 mm. U.K.

6.4.3.2. Height: minimum 250 mm, maximum 1 500 mm above ground. U.K.

6.4.3.3. Length: at the rear of the vehicle. U.K.

6.4.4. Geometric visibility: U.K.

Horizontal angle: 45° to the left and to the right.

Vertical angle: 15° above and below the horizontal.

However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° if the lamp is less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.4.5. Alignment: towards the rear of the vehicle. U.K.

6.4.6. May be grouped with one or more other rear lamps. U.K.

6.4.7. May not be combined with any other lamp. U.K.

6.4.8. May be reciprocally incorporated with the rear position lamp. U.K.

6.4.9. Electrical connection: must light up whenever at least one of the service brakes is applied. U.K.

6.4.10. Circuit-closed telltale: prohibited. U.K.

6.5. Front position lamps U.K.

6.5.1. Number: one or two. U.K.

However, in the case of three-wheel mopeds with a maximum width exceeding 1 300 mm, two front position lamps are required.

6.5.2. Arrangement drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.5.3. Position U.K.

[F1 6.5.3.1. In width: U.K.

• a single independent front position lamp may be fitted above, below or to one side of another front lamp. If lamps are stacked on top of each other, the reference centre of the front position lamp shall be located within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle. If they are side by side, their reference centres shall be symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• a single independent front position lamp which is reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp shall be fitted so that its reference centre lies within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is fitted with another front lamp alongside the front position lamp, the reference centres of the two lamps shall be symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• two front position lamps of which none, one or both are reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp shall be fitted so that their reference centres are symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• where there are two front position lamps, the lateral distance between the outward edges of the light-emitting surfaces and the outermost edges of the vehicle shall not exceed 400 mm.]

6.5.3.2. Height: minimum 350 mm, maximum 1 200 mm above the ground. U.K.

6.5.3.3. Length: at front of vehicle. U.K.

6.5.4. Geometric visibility U.K.

Horizontal angle: 80° to the left and to the right if there is a single position lamp; 80° to the outside and 45° to the inside if there are two position lamps.

Vertical angle: 15° above and below the horizontal.

However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° if the lamp is less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.5.5. Alignment: towards the front. U.K.

May move in line with the steering angle.

6.5.6. May be grouped with any other front lamp. U.K.

6.5.7. May be reciprocally incorporated with any other front lamp. U.K.

6.5.8. Electrical connections: no particular specification. U.K.

6.5.9. Circuit-closed telltale: optional. U.K.

Non-flashing green indicator light.

6.5.10. Other requirements: none. U.K.

6.6. Rear position lamps U.K.

6.6.1. Number: one or two. U.K.

However, for three-wheel mopeds with a maximum width exceeding 1 300 mm, two rear position lamps are required.

6.6.2. Arrangement drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.6.3. Position U.K.

[F1 6.6.3.1. In width: U.K.

• a single rear position lamp shall be installed on the vehicle so that the reference centre of the rear position lamp is located within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• two rear position lamps shall be installed on the vehicle so that the reference centres of the rear position lamps are symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• in the case of vehicles with two rear wheels and of an overall width exceeding 1 300  mm, the lateral distance between the outward edges of the light-emitting surfaces and the outermost edges of the vehicle shall not exceed 400 mm.]

6.6.3.2. Height: minimum 250 mm, maximum 1 500 mm above the ground. U.K.

6.6.3.3. Length: at rear of vehicle. U.K.

6.6.4. Geometric visibility U.K.

Horizontal angle: 80° to the left and to the right if there is a single position lamp; 80° towards the outside and 45° towards the inside if there are two rear position lamps.

Vertical angle: 15° above and below the horizontal.

However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° if the lamp is less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.6.5. Alignment: towards the rear. U.K.

6.6.6. May be grouped with any other rear lamp. U.K.

6.6.7. May be reciprocally incorporated with the stop lamp or non-triangular rear retro-reflector, or with both. U.K.

6.6.8. Electrical connections: no particular specification. U.K.

6.6.9. Circuit-closed telltale: optional. U.K.

Its function may be fulfilled by the device provided, where appropriate, for the front position lamp.

6.6.10. Other requirements: none. U.K.

6.7. Non-triangular rear retro-reflectors U.K.

6.7.1. Number: one or two Class IA(1). U.K.

However, in the case of three-wheel mopeds with a maximum width exceeding 1 000 mm, two non-triangular rear retro-reflectors are required.

6.7.2. Arrangement drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.7.3. Position U.K.

[F1 6.7.3.1. In width: U.K.

• if there is a single rear retro-reflector, this shall be installed on the vehicle so that its reference centre is located within its longitudinal median plane,

• if there are two rear retro-reflectors, these shall be installed on the vehicle so that their reference centres of are symmetrical in relation to its longitudinal median plane,

• if there are two rear retro-reflectors, the lateral distance between the outward edges of the light-emitting surfaces and the outermost edges of the vehicle shall not exceed 400 mm.]

6.7.3.2. Height: minimum 250 mm, maximum 900 mm above the ground. U.K.

6.7.3.3. Length: at rear of vehicle. U.K.

6.7.4. Geometric visibility U.K.

Horizontal angles: 30° to the left and right.

Vertical angle: 15° above and below the horizontal.

However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° if the reflector is less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.7.5. Alignment: towards the rear. U.K.

6.7.6. May be grouped with any other lamp. U.K.

6.7.7. Other requirements: U.K.

The illuminating surface of the retro-reflector may have parts in common with any other rear-mounted red lamp.

6.8. Pedal retro-reflectors U.K.

Each pedal of a three-wheel moped must be fitted with two retro-reflectors. They must be fitted in such a way that the operational surfaces are external to the pedal itself, and perpendicular to the bearing plane of the pedal, with their optical axis parallel to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle. U.K.

6.8.1. Number: four retro-reflectors or groups of retro-reflectors. U.K.

6.8.2. Arrangement drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.8.3. Other requirements U.K.

The illuminating surface of the retro-reflector must be recessed within its frame. The reflectors must be installed within the body of the pedal in such a way that they are clearly visible both to the front and to the rear of the vehicle. The reference axis of the reflectors, the shape of which must be adapted to that of the body of the pedal, must be put at right angles to the axis of the pedal. The pedal reflectors must be mounted only on vehicle pedals which, by means of cranks or similar devices, may act as a means of propulsion instead of the engine. They must not be mounted on pedals acting as vehicle controls or solely as footrests for the driver or passenger.

6.9. Non-triangular side retro-reflectors U.K.

6.9.1. Number per side: one or two Class IA(2). U.K.

6.9.2. Arrangements drawing: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.9.3. Position U.K.

6.9.3.1. Width: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.9.3.2. Height: minimum 300 mm, maximum 900 mm above the ground. U.K.

6.9.3.3. Length: must be such that, under normal conditions, the device cannot be hidden by the driver or passenger, or by their clothing. U.K.

6.9.4. Geometric visibility U.K.

Horizontal angles: 30° towards the front and back.

Vertical angles: 15° above and below the horizontal.

However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° if the reflector is less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.9.5. Alignment: the reference axis of the retro-reflectors must be perpendicular to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle and positioned outwards. Retro-reflectors at the front move in line with the steering angle. U.K.

6.9.6. May be grouped with other signalling devices. U.K.

6.10. Rear registration-plate lamp U.K.

6.10.1. Number: one. U.K.

The lamp may consist of several optical elements intended to illuminate the position of the plate.

6.10.2.	Arrangement drawing	Such that the lamp illuminates the position reserved for the registration plate.
6.10.3.	Position
6.10.3.1.	Width
6.10.3.2.	Height
6.10.3.3.	Length
6.10.4.	Geometric visibility
6.10.5.	Alignment

6.10.6. May be grouped with one or more rear lamps. U.K.

6.10.7. May be combined with the rear position lamp. U.K.

6.10.8. May not be reciprocally incorporated with any other lamp. U.K.

6.10.9. Operational electrical connections: no individual specifications. U.K.

6.10.10. Circuit-closed telltale: optional. U.K.

Its operation must be ensured by the same telltale as provided for the position lamp.

6.10.11. Other requirements: none. U.K.

6.11. Front fog lamps U.K.

6.11.1. Provisions identical to those set out in points 6.7.1 to 6.7.11 of Annex VI. U.K.

6.12. Rear fog lamps U.K.

6.12.1. Provisions identical to those set out in points 6.8.1 to 6.8.11 of Annex VI. U.K.

6.13. Reversing lamps U.K.

6.13.1. Provisions identical to those set out in points 6.9.1 to 6.9.10 of Annex VI. U.K.

6.14. Hazard warning device U.K.

6.14.1. Provisions identical to those set out in points 6.10.1 to 6.10.4 of Annex VI. U.K.

[F2 6.15. Daytime running lamp U.K.

6.15.1. Number: U.K.

• one or two, in the case of vehicles of an overall width not exceeding 1 300  mm,

• two, in the case of vehicles of an overall width exceeding 1 300  mm.

6.15.2. Arrangement: U.K.

• no specific requirements.

6.15.3. Position: U.K.

6.15.3.1. In width: U.K.

• a single independent daytime running lamp may be fitted above, below or to one side of another front lamp. If lamps are stacked on top of each other, the reference centre of the daytime running lamp shall be located within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle. If they are side by side, their reference centres shall be symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• a single independent daytime running lamp which is reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp shall be fitted so that its reference centre lies within the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is fitted with another front lamp alongside the daytime running lamp, the reference centres of the two lamps shall be symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• two daytime running lamps of which none, one or both are reciprocally incorporated with another front lamp shall be fitted so that their reference centres are symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle,

• the inward edges of the light-emitting surfaces shall be at least 500 mm apart in the case of vehicles of an overall width exceeding 1 300  mm.

6.15.3.2. In height: U.K.

a minimum of 250 mm and a maximum of 1 500  mm above the ground.

6.15.3.3. In length: U.K.

at the front of the vehicle. This requirement is considered to have been met if the light emitted disturbs the driver neither directly nor indirectly by reflection off the rear-view mirrors and/or other reflective surfaces on the vehicle.

6.15.3.4. Distance: U.K.

at the front of the vehicle. This requirement is considered to have been met if the light emitted disturbs the driver neither directly nor indirectly by reflection off the rear-view mirrors and/or other reflective surfaces on the vehicle.

• if the distance between the front direction indicator lamp and the daytime running lamp is 40 mm or less, the electrical connections of the daytime running lamp on the relevant side of the vehicle shall be such that either:

  • it is switched off, or

  • its luminous intensity is reduced to a level not exceeding 140 cd,

during the entire period (both on and off cycle) of activation of the relevant front direction indicator lamp.

6.15.4. Geometric visibility: U.K.

• α = 10° upwards and 10° downwards,

• β = 20° to the left and to the right if there is only one daytime running lamp,

• β = 20° outwards and 20° inwards if there are two daytime running lamps.

6.15.5. Orientation: U.K.

• to the front; may move in line with the steering angle of any handlebars.

6.15.6. Electrical connections: U.K.

• all daytime running lamps shall light up when the master control switch is activated; however, they may remain off under the following conditions:

  • the automatic transmission control is in the park position,

  • the parking brake is activated, or

  • prior to the vehicle being set in motion for the first time after each manual activation of the master control switch and the vehicle’s propulsion system,

• daytime running lamps may be manually deactivated; however, this shall be possible only at a vehicle speed not exceeding 10 km/h. The lamps shall be automatically reactivated when the vehicle speed exceeds 10 km/h or when the vehicle has travelled more than 100 m,

• daytime running lamps shall be deactivated automatically when:

  • the vehicle is shut down by means of the master control switch,

  • the front fog lamps are activated,

  • the headlamps are activated, except when they are used to give intermittent luminous warnings at short intervals, and

  • in ambient lighting conditions of less than 1 000 lux where the indicated speed on the vehicle’s speedometer is still clearly legible (e.g. when speedometer illumination is always on) and the vehicle is not fitted with a non-flashing green tell-tale in compliance with point 6.5.9 or a dedicated green circuit-closed tell-tale for the daytime running lamp identified by the appropriate symbol. In such a case, the passing-beam headlamps and the lighting devices required in point 11 of Annex I Section B shall be automatically activated simultaneously within two seconds of the ambient lighting level dropping below 1 000 lux. If the ambient lighting conditions subsequently reach a level of at least 7 000 lux, the daytime running lamps shall be automatically reactivated, while the passing-beam headlamps and the lighting devices required in point 11 of Annex I Section B shall be deactivated simultaneously within five to 300 seconds (i.e. fully automatic light switching is required if the driver has no visible indication and stimulus to activate normal lighting when it is dark).

6.15.7. Circuit-closed tell-tale: U.K.

• optional.]

(1)

In accordance with the classification set out in Directive 76/757/EEC.

(2)

In accordance with the classification set out in Directive 76/757/EEC.