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31990L0630

Commission Directive 90/630/EEC of 30 October 1990 adapting to technical progress Council Directive 77/649/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the field of vision of motor vehicle drivers

Official Journal L 341 , 06/12/1990 P. 0020 - 0029 Finnish special edition: Chapter 13 Volume 20 P. 0022  Swedish special edition: Chapter 13 Volume 20 P. 0022

COMMISSION DIRECTIVEof 30 October  1990adapting to technical progress Council Directive 77/649/EEC on the approximation of the laws  of the Member States relating to the field of vision of motor vehicle drivers(90/630/EEC) THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES, Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community, Having regard to Council Directive 77/649/EEC of27 September 1977 on the approximation of the laws  ofthe Member States relating to the field of vision of motor vehicles (1), as last amended by  Commission Directive 88/366/EEC (2), and in particular Article 5 thereof, Whereas, in view of experience gained and of the state of the art, it is now appropriate to render  more precise the test procedure laid down in Annex III to Directive 77/649/EEC, and in particular,  to align it to the latest developments in the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe; Whereas the provisions of this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee on the  Adaptation to Technical Progress of the Directives on the removal of technical barriers to trade in  motor vehicles, HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE: Article 1Annex III to Directive 77/649/EEC is hereby amended in accordance with  the Annex to this Directive. Article 21.  With effect from 1 May 1991 no Member State may, on grounds relating to field of  vision: - refuse, in respect of a type of vehicle, to grant EEC type-approval, or to issue the copy of the  certificate provided for in the last indent of Article 10 (1) of Directive 70/156/EEC (3), or to  grant national type-approval, or- prohibit the entry into service of vehicleswhere the field of  vision of drivers of such type of vehicle or of such vehicles has been determined in accordance  with Directive 77/649/EEC, as amended by this Directive. 2.  With effect from 1 October 1991 Member States: - shall no longer issue the copy of the certificate provided for in the last indent of Article 10  (1) of Directive 70/156/EEC in respect of a type of vehicle of which the driver's field of vision  has not been determined in accordance with Directive 77/649/EEC, as amended by this Directive, - may refuse to grant national type-approval of a type of vehicle of which the driver's field of  vision has not been determined in accordance with Directive 77/649/EEC, as amended by this  Directive. Article 3Member States shall implement the provisions necessary in order to comply with this  Directive before 1 May 1991. They shall forthwith inform the Commission thereof. When Member States adopt these provisions, these shall contain a reference to this Directive or  shall be accompanied by such reference at the time of their official publication. The procedure for  such reference shall be adopted by Member States. Article 4This Directive is addressed to the Member States. Done at Brussels, 30 October 1990. For the CommissionMartin BANGEMANNVice-President(1) OJ N° L 267, 19. 10.  1977, p. 1. (2) OJ N° L 181, 12. 7. 1988, p. 40. (3) OJ N° L 42, 23. 2. 1970, p. 1.  ANNEX Annex III to Directive 77/649/EEC is replaced by the following: 'Annex IIIPROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING THE "H'` POINT AND THE ACTUAL TORSO ANGLE FOR SEATING  POSITIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES1. PURPOSEThe procedure described in this Annex is used to establish the "H'' point location and the  actual torso angle for one or several seating positions in a motor vehicle and to verify the  relationship of measured data to design specifications given by the vehicle manufacturer (1)2. DEFINITIONSFor the purposes of this Annex: 2.1. "Reference data'' means one or several of the following characteristics of a seating position: 2.1.1. the "H'' point and the "R'' point and their relationship, 2.1.2. the actual torso angle and the design torso angle and their relationship. 2.2. "Three-dimensional 'H' point machine'' (3 DH machine) means the device used for the determination  of "H'' points and actual torso angles. This device is described in Appendix 1 to this Annex; 2.3. "'H' point'' means the pivot centre of the torso and thigh of the 3 DH machine installed in the  vehicle seat in accordance with paragraph 4 below. The "H'' point is located in the centre of the  centreline of the device which is between the "H'' point sight buttons on either side of the 3 DH  machine. The "H'' point corresponds theoretically to the "R'' point (for tolerances see item 3.2.2  below). Once determined in accordance with the procedure described in paragraph 4, the "H'' point  is considered fixed in relation to the seat-cushion structure and to move with it when the seat is  adjusted; 2.4. "'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; 2.5. "Torso-line'' means the centreline of the probe of the 3 DH machine with the probe in the fully  rearward position; 2.6. "Actual torso angle'' means the angle measured between a vertical line through the "H'' point and  the torso line using the back angle quadrant on the 3 DH machine. The actual torso angle  corresponds theoretically to the design torso angle (for tolerances see item 3.2.2 below); 2.7. "Design torso angle'' means the angle measured between a vertical line through the "R'' point and  the torso line in a position which corresponds to the design position of the seat-back established  by the vehicle manufacturer; 2.8. "Centreplane of occupant'' (C/LO) means the median plane of the 3 DH machine positioned in each  designated seating position; it is represented by the co-ordinate of the "H'' point on the "Y''  axis. For individual seats, the centreplane of the seat coincides with the centreplane of the  occupant. For other seats, the centreplane of the occupant is specified by the manufacturer; 2.9. "Three-dimensional reference system'' means a system as described in Appendix 2 to this Annex; 2.10. "Fiducial marks'' are physical points (holes, surfaces, marks or indentations) on the vehicle body  as defined by the manufacturer; 2.11. "Vehicle measuring attitude'' means the position of the vehicle as defined by the coordinates of  fiducial marks in the three-dimensional reference system. 3. REQUIREMENTS3.1. Data presentationFor each seating position where reference data are required in order to  demonstrate compliance with the provisions of the present Directive, all or an appropriate  selection of the following data shall be presented in the form indicated in Appendix 3 to this  Annex: 3.1.1. the coordinates of the "R'' point relative to the three-dimensional reference system; 3.1.2. the design torso angle; 3.1.3. all indications necessary to adjust the seat (if it is adjustable) to the measuring position set  out in item 4.3 below. 3.2. Relationship between measured data and design specifications3.2.1. The coordinates of the "H'' point and the value of the actual torso angle obtained by the procedure  set out in item 4 below shall be compared, respectively, with the coordinates of the "R'' point and  the value of the design torso angle indicated by the vehicle manufacturer. 3.2.2. The relative positions of the "R'' point and the "H'' point and the relationship between the design  torso angle and the actual torso angle shall be considered satisfactory for the seating position in  question if the "H'' point, as defined by its coordinates, lies within a square of 50 mm side  length with horizontal and vertical sides whose diagonals intersect at the "R'' point, and if the  actual torso angle is within 5g of the design torso angle. 3.2.3. If these conditions are met, the "R'' point and the design torso angle shall be used to demonstrate  compliance with the provisions of this Directive. 3.2.4. If the "H'' point or the actual torso angle does not satisfy the requirements of item 3.2.2 above,  the "H'' point and the actual torso angle shall be determined twice more (three times in all). If  the results of two of these three operations satisfy the requirements, the conditions of item 3.2.3  above shall apply. 3.2.5. If the results of at least two of the three operations described in item 3.2.4 above do not satisfy  the requirements of item 3.2.2 above, or if the verification cannot take place because the vehicle  manufacturer has failed to supply information regarding the position of the "R'' point or regarding  the design torso angle, the centroid of the three measured points or the average of the three  measured angles shall be used and be regarded as applicable in all cases where the "R'' point or  the design torso angle is referred to in this Directive. 4. PROCEDURE FOR "H'' POINT AND ACTUAL TORSO ANGLE DETERMINATION4.1. The vehicle shall be preconditioned at the manufacturer's discretion, at a temperature of 20 ± 10  gC to ensure that the seat material reaches room temperature. If the seat to be checked has never  been sat upon, a 70 to 80 kg person or device shall sit on the seat twice for one minute to flex  the cushion and back. At the manufacturer's request, all seat assemblies shall remain unloaded for  a minimum period of 30 minutes prior to installation of the 3 DH machine. 4.2. The vehicle shall be at the measuring attitude defined in item 2.11 above. 4.3. The seat, if it is adjustable, shall be adjusted first to the rearmost normal driving or riding  position, as indicated by the vehicle manufacturer, taking into consideration only the longitudinal  adjustment of the seat, excluding seat travel used for purposes other than normal driving or riding  positions. Where other modes of seat adjustment exist (vertical, angular, seat-back, etc.) these  will be then adjusted to the position specified by the vehicle manufacturer. For suspension seats,  the vertical position shall be rigidly fixed corresponding to a normal driving position as  specified by the manufacturer. 4.4. The area of the seating position contacted by the 3 DH machine shall be covered by a muslincotton,  of sufficient size and appropriate texture, described as a plain cotton fabric having 18,9threads  per cm$ and weighing 0,228 kg/m$ or knitted or non-woven fabric having equivalent characteristics. If a test is run on a seat outside the vehicle, the floor on which the seat is placed shall have  the same essential characteristics (1) as the floor of the vehicle in which the seat is intended to  be used. 4.5. Place the seat and back assembly of the 3 DH machine so that the centreplane of the occupant (C/LO)  coincides with the centreplane of the 3 DH machine. At the manufacturer's request, the 3 DH machine  may be moved inboard with respect to the C/LO if the 3 DH machine is located so far outboard that  the seat edge will not permit levelling of the 3 DH machine. 4.6. Attach the foot and lower leg assemblies to the seat pan assembly, either individually or by using  the T-bar and lower leg assembly. A line through the "H'' point sight buttons shall be parallel to  the ground and perpendicular to the longitudinal centreplane of the seat. 4.7. Adjust the feet and leg position of the 3 DH machine as follows: 4.7.1. Designated seating position: driver and outside front passenger4.7.1.1. Both feet and leg assemblies shall be moved forward in such a way that the feet take up natural  positions on the floor, between the operating pedals if necessary. Where possible the left foot  shall be located approximately the same distance to the left of the centreplane of the 3 DH machine  as the right foot is to the right. The spirit level verifying the transverse orientation of the 3  DH machine is brought to the horizontal by readjustment of the seat pan if necessary, or by  adjusting the leg and foot assemblies towards the rear. The line passing through the "H'' point  sight buttons shall be maintained perpendicular to the longitudinal centreplane of the seat. 4.7.1.2. If the left leg cannot be kept parallel to the right leg and the left foot cannot be supported by  the structure, move the left foot until it is supported. The alignment of the sight buttons shall  be maintained. 4.7.2. Designated seating position: outboard rearFor rear seats or auxiliary seats, the legs are located  as specified by the manufacturer. If the feet then rest on parts of the floor which are at  different levels, the foot which first comes into contact with the front seat shall serve as a  reference and the other foot shall be so arranged that the spirit level giving the transverse  orientation of the seat of the device indicates the horizontal. 4.7.3. Other designated seating positions: The general procedure indicated in item 4.7.1 above shall be followed except that the feet shall be  placed as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. 4.8. Apply lower leg and thigh weights and level the 3 DH machine. 4.9. Tilt the back pan forward against the forward stop and draw the 3 DH machine away from the  seat-back using the T-bar. Reposition the 3 DH machine on the seat by one of the following  methods: 4.9.1. If the 3 DH machine tends to slide rearward, use the following procedure. Allow the 3 DH machine to  slide rearward until a forward horizontal restraining load on the T-bar is no longer required i.e.  until the seat pan contacts the seat-back. If necessary reposition the lower leg; 4.9.2. If the 3 DH machine does not tend to slide rearward, use the following procedure. Slide the 3 DH  machine rearward by applying a horizontal rearward load to the T-bar until the seat pan contacts  the seat-back (see figure 2 of Appendix 1 to this Annex). 4.10. Apply a 100 ± 10 N load to the back and pan assembly of the 3 DH machine at the intersection of the  hip angle quadrant and the T-bar housing. The direction of load application shall be maintained  along a line passing by the above intersection to a point just above the thigh bar housing (see  figure 2 of Appendix 1 to this Annex). Then carefully return the back pan to the seat-back. Care  must be exercised throughout the remainder of the procedure to prevent the 3 DH machine from  sliding forward. 4.11. Install the right and left buttock weights and then, alternately, the eight torso weights. Maintain  the 3 DH machine level. 4.12. Tilt the back pan forward to release the tension on the seat-back. Rock the 3 DH machine from side  to side through a 10g arc (5g to each side of the vertical centreplane) for three complete cycles  to release any accumulated friction between the 3 DH machine and the seat; During the rocking action, the T-bar of the 3 DH machine may tend to diverge from the specified  horizontal and vertical alignment. The T-bar must therefore be restrained by applying an  appropriate lateral load during the rocking motions. Care shall be exercised in holding the T-bar  and rocking the 3 DH machine to ensure that no inadvertent exterior loads are applied in a vertical  or fore and aft direction. The feet of the 3 DH machine are not to be restrained or held during this step. If the feet change  position, they should be allowed to remain in that attitude for the moment. Carefully return the back pan to the seat-back and check the two spirit levels for zero position.  If any movement of the feet has occurred during the rocking operation of the 3 DH machine, they  must be repositioned as follows: Alternately, lift each foot off the floor the minimum necessary amount until no additional foot  movement is obtained. During this lifting, the feet are to be free to rotate; and no forward or  lateral loads are to be applied. When each foot is placed back in the down position, the heel is to  be in contact with the structure designed for this. Check the lateral spirit level for zero position; if necessary, apply a lateral load to the top of  the back pan sufficient to level the 3 DH machine's seat pan on the seat. 4.13. Holding the T-bar to prevent the 3 DH machine from sliding forward on the seat cushion, proceed as  follows: (a)  return the back pan to the seat-back; (b)alternately apply and release a horizontal rearward load, not to exceed 25 N, to the back angle  bar at a height approximately at the centre of the torso weights until the hip angle quadrant  indicates that a stable position has been reached after load release. Care shall be exercised to  ensure that no exterior downward or lateral loads are applied to the 3 DH machine. If another level  adjustment of the 3 DH machine is necessary, rotate the back pan forward, re-level, and repeat the  procedure from item 4.12. 4.14. Take all measurements: 4.14.1. The coordinates of the "H'' point are measured with respect to the three-dimensional reference  system. 4.14.2. The actual torso angle is read at the back angle quadrant of the 3 DH machine with the probe in its  fully rearward position. 4.15. If a re-run of the installation of the 3 DH machine is desired, the seat assembly should remain  unloaded for a minimum period of 30 min prior to the re-run. The 3 DH machine should not be left  loaded on the seat assembly longer than the time required to perform the test. 4.16. If the seats in the same row can be regarded as similar (bench seat, identical seats, etc.) only  one "H'' point and one "actual torso angle'' shall be determined for each row of seats, the 3 DH  machine described in Appendix 1 to this Annex being seated in a place regarded as representative  for the row. This place shall be: 4.16.1. in the case of the front row, the driver's seat; 4.16.2. in the case of the rear row or rows, an outer seat. Appendix 1 DESCRIPTION OF THE THREE DIMENSIONAL "H'' POINT MACHINE (;) (3 DH machine)1.  Back  and seat pansThe back and seat pans are constructed of reinforced plastic and metal; they simulate  the human torso and thigh and are mechanically hinged at the "H'' point. A quadrant is fastened to  the probe hinged at the "H'' to measure the actual torso angle. An adjustable thigh bar, attached  to the set pan, establishes the thigh centreline and serves as a baseline for the hip angle  quadrant. 2.  Body and leg elementsLower leg segments are connected to the seat pan assembly at the T-bar  joining the knees, which is a lateral extension of the adjustable thigh bar. Quadrants are  incorporated in the lower leg segments to measure knee angles. Shoe and foot assemblies are  calibrated to measure the foot angle. Two spirit levels orient the device in space. Body element  weights are placed at the corresponding centres of gravity to provide seat penetration equivalent  to a 76 kg male. All joints of the 3 DH machine should be checked for free movement without  encountering noticeable friction. (;) The machine corresponds to that described in ISO Standard 6549-1980. For details of the  construction of the 3 DH machine refer to Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), 400 Commonwealth  Drive, Warrendale, Pennsylvania 15096, United States of America. >START OF GRAPHIC><?aa8K>Figure 1<?aa8N>3 DH MACHINE ELEMENTS DESIGNATIONBack panTorso  weight hangerBack angle levelHip angle quadrantSeat panThigh weight padT-bar joining  the kneesProbeBack angle quadrant<(BLK0)QT>''H'`</(BLK0)QT> point sight  button<(BLK0)QT>''H'`</(BLK0)QT> point pivotLateral levelThigh barKnee angle  quadrantFoot angle quadrant>END OF GRAPHIC>>START OF GRAPHIC><?aa8K>Figure 2<?aa8N> DIMENSIONS OF THE 3 DH MACHINE ELEMENTS AND LOAD DISTRIBUTIONDirection and point ofapplication  of loadVariable from108 to 424 mmTorso weightsButtock weights432 mmThigh  weights417 mmLeg weights<?aa4L"END OF GRAPHIC>Appendix 2  THREE-DIMENSIONAL  REFERENCE SYSTEM1.  The three-dimensional reference system is defined by three orthogonal planes  established by the vehicle manufacturer (see figure) (¹). 2.  The vehicle measuring attitude is established by positioning the vehicle on the supporting  surface such that the coordinates of the fiducial marks correspond to the values indicated by the  manufacturer. 3.  The coordinates of the ''R'` point and the ''H'` point are established in relation to the  fiducial marks defined by the vehicle manufacturer. >START OF GRAPHIC>+ Z+ X+ YZero Y plane (verticallongitudinal zero plane)Zero X  plane (verticaltransverse zero plane)Zero Z plane(horizontalzero plane)Supporting  surface<?aa8K>Three-dimensional reference system<?aePD8>(¹) The reference system corresponds to  ISO standard 4130-1978. >END OF GRAPHIC>Appendix 3 REFERENCE DATA CONCERNING SEATING POSITIONS1. Coding of reference dataReference data are listed consecutively for each seating position. Seating  positions are identified by a two-digit code. The first digit is an Arabic numeral and designates  the row of seats, counting from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The second digit is a capital  letter which designates the location of the seating position in a row, as viewed in the direction  of forward motion of the vehicle; the following letters shall be used. - L = left, - C= centre, - R= right. 2. Description of vehicle measuring attitude2.1. Coordinates of fiducial marksX . Y . Z . 3. List of reference data3.1. Seating position: . 3.1.1. Coordinates of ''R'` pointX . Y . Z . 3.1.2. Design torso angle: . 3.1.3. Specifications for seat adjustment (¹)horizontal: . vertical: . angular: . torso angle: . Note: List reference data for further seating positions under items 3.2, 3.3 etc. (¹) Strike out what does not apply.'(1) In any seating position other than front seats  where the "H'' point cannot be determined using the "three-dimensional 'H' point machine'' or  procedures, the "R'' point indicated by the manufacturer may be taken as a reference at the  discretion of the competent authority. 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32000L0074

Commission Directive 2000/74/EC of 22 November 2000 adapting to technical progress Council Directive 93/29/EEC on the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators for two- or three-wheel motor vehicles (Text with EEA relevance)

Official Journal L 300 , 29/11/2000 P. 0024 - 0027

Commission Directive 2000/74/ECof 22 November 2000adapting to technical progress Council Directive 93/29/EEC on the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators for two- or three-wheel motor vehicles(Text with EEA relevance)THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community,Having regard to Council Directive 92/61/EEC of 30 June 1992 relating to the type-approval of two- or three-wheel motor vehicles(1), as last amended by Directive 2000/7/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council(2), and in particular Article 16 thereof,Having regard to Council Directive 93/29/EEC of 14 June 1993 on the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators for two- or three-wheel motor vehicles(3), and in particular Article 4 thereof,Whereas:(1) Directive 93/29/EEC is one of the separate directives under the Community type-approval procedure introduced by Directive 92/61/EEC. The provisions of Directive 92/61/EEC relating to systems, components and separate technical units for vehicles therefore apply to that Directive.(2) Developments in technology now enable Directive 93/29/EEC to be adapted to technical progress. In order to enable the full type-approval system to function properly, it is therefore necessary to clarify or supplement certain requirements of the Directive concerned.(3) To this end, the requirements concerning the designation and identification of certain symbols should be aligned with those of Council Directive 78/316/EEC of 21 December 1977 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the interior fittings of motor vehicles (identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators)(4), as amended by Commission Directive 93/91/EEC(5), and certain information contained in the information document should be clarified.(4) The measures provided for in this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee for Adaptation to Technical Progress set up under Article 13 of Council Directive 70/156/EEC of 6 February 1970 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers(6), as last amended by Directive 2000/40/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council(7),HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:Article 1Annexes I and II to Directive 93/29/EEC are hereby amended in accordance with the Annex to this Directive.Article 21. With effect from 1 January 2002, Member States may not, on grounds relating to the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators:- refuse to grant EC type-approval for a type of two- or three-wheel motor vehicle, or- prohibit the registration, sale or entry into service of two- or three-wheel motor vehicles,if the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators complies with the requirements of Directive 93/29/EEC, as amended by this Directive.2. With effect from 1 July 2002, Member States shall refuse to grant EC type-approval for any new type of two- or three-wheel motor vehicle on grounds relating to the identification of controls, tell-tales and indicators if the requirements of Directive 93/79/EEC, as amended by this Directive, are not fulfilled.Article 31. Member States shall adopt and publish, no later than 31 December 2001, the provisions necessary to comply with this Directive. They shall forthwith inform the Commission thereof.They shall apply those provisions from 1 January 2002.When Member States adopt those provisions, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such a reference on the occasion of their official publiclation. Member States shall determine how such reference is to be made.2. Member States shall communicate to the Commission the texts of the main provisions of national law that they adopt in the field governed by this Directive.Article 4This Directive shall enter into force on the 20th day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Communities.Article 5This Directive is addressed to the Member States.Done at Brussels, 22 November 2000.For the CommissionErkki LiikanenMember of the Commission(1) OJ L 225, 10.8.1992, p. 72.(2) OJ L 106, 3.5.2000, p. 1.(3) OJ L 188, 29.7.1993, p. 1.(4) OJ L 81, 28.3.1978, p. 3.(5) OJ L 284, 19.11.1993, p. 25.(6) OJ L 42, 23.2.1970, p. 1.(7) OJ L 203, 10.8.2000, p. 9.ANNEXI. Annex I is hereby amended as follows:1. Section 2.1.1. is replaced by the following text: "2.1.1. These symbols shall stand out clearly against the background."2. Section 2.1.5. is amended as follows: - the following is added to the caption to figure 3 : >TABLE>Note:if there are separate tell-tales for the left and right direction indicators, the two arrows may also be used separately.- figure 12 is replaced by the following: 'Figure 12>PIC FILE= "L_2000300EN.002602.EPS">- the caption to figure 13 is replaced by the following: "Figure 13Engine ignition or cut-off control in "out of use" position"- the caption to figure 14 is replaced by the following text: "Figure 14Engine ignition or cut-off control in the "operating" position"- figure 15 is replaced by the following: 'Figure 15>PIC FILE= "L_2000300EN.002603.EPS">the caption to figure 16 is replaced by the following text: "Figure 16Position (side) lamps(if the control is not separate, it may be identified by the symbol shown in figure 15)Tell-tale colour: green"- figure 17 is deleted.- figures 18 and 19 are renumbered 17 and 18 respectively.- note (1) is replaced by the following: "(1) The framed areas may be solid."II. Annex II is amended as follows: Appendix 1 is replaced by the following text: "Appendix 1>PIC FILE= "L_2000300EN.002702.EPS">"


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31998L0038

Commission Directive 98/38/EC of 3 June 1998 adapting to technical progress Council Directive 74/151/EEC on certain components and characteristics of wheeled agricultural or forestry tractors (Text with EEA relevance)

Official Journal L 170 , 16/06/1998 P. 0013 - 0014

COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 98/38/EC of 3 June 1998 adapting to technical progress Council Directive 74/151/EEC on certain components and characteristics of wheeled agricultural or forestry tractors (Text with EEA relevance)THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community,Having regard to Council Directive 74/150/EEC of 4 March 1974 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the type-approval of wheeled agricultural or forestry tractors (1), as last amended by Directive 97/54/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (2), and in particular Article 13 thereof,Having regard to Council Directive 74/151/EEC of 4 March 1974 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to certain parts and characteristics of wheeled agricultural or forestry tractors (3), as last amended by Directive 97/54/EC, and in particular Article 4 thereof,Whereas in view of the experience acquired and the technological progress made, it is now appropriate to adapt the requirements concerning the components and characteristics referred to in Article 2 of Directive 74/151/EEC;Whereas the measures provided for in this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee on the adaptation to technical progress introduced by Directive 74/150/EEC,HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:Article 1 Annexes I to VI to Directive 74/151/EEC are hereby amended in accordance with the Annex to this Directive.Article 2 1. From 1 May 1999 no Member State may:- refuse, in respect of a type of tractor, to grant EC type-approval, to issue the document referred to in Article 10(1), final indent, of Directive 74/150/EEC, or to grant national type-approval, or- prohibit the entry into service of tractors,if these tractors meet the requirements of Directive 74/151/EEC, as amended by this Directive.2. From 1 October 1999, Member States:- may no longer issue the document referred to in Article 10(1), final indent, of Directive 74/150/EEC for a type of tractor that does not meet the requirements of Directive 74/151/EEC as amended by this Directive,- may refuse to grant national type approval in respect of a type of tractor if this does not meet the requirements of Directive 74/151/EEC as amended by this Directive.Article 3 1. Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive before 1 May 1999. They shall forthwith inform the Commission thereof.When the Member States adopt these provisions the latter shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such a reference on their official publication. The conditions attached to that reference shall be laid down by the Member States.2. The Member States shall send the Commission the text of the essential provisions of national law they adopt in the area covered by this Directive.Article 4 This Directive shall take effect on the 20th day following its publication in the Official Journal of the European Communities.Article 5 This Directive is addressed to the Member States.Done at Brussels, 3 June 1998.For the CommissionMartin BANGEMANNMember of the Commission(1) OJ L 84, 28. 3. 1974, p. 10.(2) OJ L 277, 10. 10. 1997, p. 24.(3) OJ L 84, 28. 3. 1974, p. 25.ANNEX Annexes I to VI to Directive 74/151/EEC are amended as follows:(a) In Annex I, 'weight` is replaced by 'mass`.(b) In Annex II- the two indents of item 1 are replaced by the following:'- length: 255 or 520 mm,- width: 165 or 120 mm.The choice must take account of the dimensions in force in the Member States of destination.`,- item 2.1 is replaced by the following:'2.1. Lateral position of the plateThe centre of the plate may not be further to the right than the plane of symmetry of the tractor.The left lateral edge of the plate may not be further to the left than the vertical plane parallel to the plane of symmetry of the tractor and tangent to the point where the cross section of the tractor is at its widest.`,- the text of item 2.4 is replaced by the following:'The height of the lower edge of the plate above ground may not be less than 0,3 metres; the height of the upper edge of the plate above ground must not exceed 4,0 metres.`(c) In Annexe III; the following text is added to item 2:'The fuel supply pipework and the filler orifice must be installed outside the cab.`(d) Annex IV is replaced by the following:'ANNEX IVBALLAST WEIGHTSIf the tractor is to be fitted with ballast weights in order to meet the other requirements of EC approval, those ballast weights must be supplied by the manufacturer of the tractor, be intended for fitting, and bear the manufacturer's mark and a statement of their mass in kilograms to an accuracy of ± 5 %. Front ballast weights that have been designed for frequent removal/fitting must leave a safety clearance of at least 25 mm for the grab handles. The method of locating the ballast weights must be such that any inadvertent separation is avoided (e.g. in the event of tractor rollover).`(e) In Annex V; item 2.1.4 is replaced by the following:'2.1.4. The maximum value for the sound-pressure level must be at least 93 dB(A) and at the most 112 dB(A).`(f) In Annex VI, the following text is added to item II.1:'The exhaust tailpipe must be positioned in such a way that the exhaust gases cannot penetrate inside the cab.`


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31992L0024

Council Directive 92/24/EEC of 31 March 1992 relating to speed limitation devices or similar speed limitation on- board systems of certain categories of motor vehicles

Official Journal L 129 , 14/05/1992 P. 0154 - 0174 Finnish special edition: Chapter 13 Volume 22 P. 0195  Swedish special edition: Chapter 13 Volume 22 P. 0195

COUNCIL DIRECTIVE 92/24/EEC of 31 March 1992 relating to speed limitation devices or similar speed limitation on-board systems of certain categories of motor vehiclesTHE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,  Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community, and in particular Article 100a thereof,  Having regard to the proposal from the Commission (1),  In cooperation with the European Parliament (2),  Having regard to the opinion of the Economic and Social Committee (3),  Whereas it is important to adopt measures with the aim of progressively establishing the internal market over a period expiring on 31 December 1992; whereas the internal market shall comprise an area without internal frontiers in which the free movement  of goods, persons, services and capital is ensured;  Whereas the technical requirements which motor vehicles must satisfy pursuant to national laws relate, inter alia, to speed limitation of certain categories of vehicle;  Whereas these requirements differ from one Member State to another; whereas it is therefore necessary for all Member States to adopt the same requirements either in addition to, or in place of, their existing rules in order to allow, in particular, the  EEC type-approval procedure which was the subject of Directive 70/156/EEC (4) to be applied in respect of each type of vehicle;  Whereas, with a view to improving road safety and reducing the severity of injuries in cases of accidents with heavy goods vehicles and buses, it is considered urgently necessary to fit speed limitation devices to these categories of motor vehicle;  Whereas in respect of environment and economy a reduction of air pollution and fuel consumption can be achieved;  Whereas, in all cases where the Council confers powers upon the Commission to implement rules laid down in the motor vehicle sector, it is appropriate to provide for a procedure of prior consultation between the Commission and the Member States within  an Advisory Committee;  Whereas it is reasonable and useful to undertake research activities relating to the development of variable speed limitation devices activated in conformity with the speed limits warranted by the prevailing road and traffic conditions within the  framework of the Drive-programme,  HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:  Article 1  For the purpose of this Directive:  - 'vehicle' shall mean any motor vehicle of categories N2 and M3 with a maximum authorized mass exceeding 10 tonnes and of catetory N3, as defined in Annex I to Directive 70/156/EEC, intended for use on the road, having at least four wheels and a  maximum design speed exceeding 25 km/h,  - 'speed limitation device' shall mean a speed-limiting appliance for which type-approval of a separate technical unit within the meaning of Article 9a of Directive 70/156/EEC may be granted. Built-in maximum vehicle speed limitation systems,  incorporated into the design of vehicles from the outset, shall meet the same requirements as speed limitation devices.  Article 2  Member states may not refuse:  - EEC type-approval or national type-approval for a vehicle, or refuse or prohibit the sale, registration, entry into service or use of a vehicle on grounds relating to its equipment with speed limitation devices,  - EEC technical unit type-approval or national typeapproval for a speed limitation device, or prohibit the sale or use of a speed limitation device,  if the requirements of the Annexes to this Directive are satisfied.  Article 3  Any amendments necessary to adapt the requirements of the Annexes to this Directive to technical progress shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 13 of Directive 70/156/EEC.  Article 4  Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive not later than 1 January 1993. They shall forthwith inform the Commission thereof.  When Member States adopt the provisions referred to in the preceding subparagraph, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such reference at the time of their official publication. The methods of making such a  reference shall be adopted by Member States.  Article 5  With effect from 1 January 1994, Member States:  - may no longer issue the document provided for in the third indent of Article 10 (1) of Directive 70/156/EEC in respect of a type of vehicle of which the speed limitation device does not meet the requirements of this Directive,  - may refuse to grant national type-approval in respect of a type of vehicle of which the speed limition device does not comply with the provisions of this Directive.  With effet from 1 October 1994, Member States may prohibit the first entry into service of vehicles when such vehicles are not equipped with a speed limitation device complying with the provisions of this Directive.  Article 6  This Directive is addressed to the Member States.  Done at Brussels, 31 March 1992.  For the Council The President Vitor MARTINS (1) OJ No C 229, 4. 9. 1991, p. 5.(2) OJ No C 13, 20. 1. 1992, p. 505; and OJ No C 67, 16. 3. 1992.(3) OJ No C 40, 17. 2. 1992, p. 54.(4) Council Directive 70/156/EEC of 6 February 1970, on the approximation of the laws of the Member States  relating to the type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers (OJ No L 42, 23. 2. 1970, p. 1.), as last amended by Directive 87/403/EEC (OJ No L 220, 8. 8. 1987, p. 44).   ANNEX 1  1. SCOPE 1.1. This Directive applies to speed limitation devices, EEC type-approved as separate technical units for motor vehicles, and the equipment of motor vehicles, as described in Article 1, with these approved devices or similar speed limitation systems  meeting the requirements of the Annexes to this Directive.  Motor vehicles, whose maximum design speed is lower than the set speed as provided for in Council Directive 92/6/EEC of 10 February 1992 on the installations and use of speed limitation devices for certain categories of motor vehicles in the Community  (1) need not be fitted with speed limitation devices or systems.  The purpose of this Directive is to limit to a specified value the maximum road speed of heavy goods and passenger-carrying vehicles. This is achieved by a speed limitation device or an on-board speed limitation system whose primary function is to  control the fuel feed to the engine.  2. DEFINITIONS 2.1. For the purpose of this Directive:  2.2. 'Limitation speed V' means the maximum speed of the vehicle such that its design or equipment does not permit a response after a positive action on the accelerator control.  2.3. 'Set speed (V set)' means the intended mean vehicle speed when operating in a stabilized condition.  2.4. 'Stabilized speed (V stab)' means the vehicle speed when operating in the conditions as specified in point 1.1.4.2.3 of Annex III.  2.5. 'Speed limitation device' means a device whose primary function is to control the fuel feed to the engine in order to limit the vehicle speed to the specified value.  2.6. 'Unladen mass' means the mass of the vehicle in running order, including coolant, oils, fuel, tools and spare wheel on board, where applicable.  2.7. 'Vehicle type' means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as:  2.7.1. - make and type of the speed limitation system or the speed limitation device, if any,  2.7.2. - range of speeds at which the limitation may be set within the range established for the tested vehicle,  2.7.3. - maximum engine power to unladen mass ratio less than or equal to that of the tested vehicle, and 2.7.4. - highest ratio of engine speed to vehicle speed in top gear less than that of the tested vehicle.  2.8. 'Type speed limitation device' means speed limitation devices which do not differ with respect to the essential characteristics such as:  - make and type of the device,  - range of speed values at which the speed limitation device may be set,  - method used to control the fuel feed of the engine.  3. APPLICATION FOR EEC VEHICLE TYPE-APPROVAL 3.1. The application for approval of a vehicle type with regard to speed limitation shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by his duly accredited representative.  3.2. It shall be accompanied by the undermentioned documents in triplicate and by the following particulars:  3.2.1. a detailed description of the vehicle type and of vehicle parts related to the speed limitation, comprising the particulars and documents referred to in Annex II, Appendix I.  3.2.2. A vehicle representative of the type to be approved shall be submitted to the technical service responsible for conducting the approval tests.  3.2.3. A vehicle not comprising all the components proper to the type may be accepted for tests provided that it can be shown by the applicant to the satisfaction of the competent authority that the absence of the components omitted has no effect on the  results of the verifications, so far as the requirements of this Directive are concerned.  3.3. The competent authority shall verify the existence of satisfactory arrangements for ensuring effective checks on conformity of production before EEC type-approval is granted.  4. EEC TYPE-APPROVAL 4.1. If the vehicle submitted for approval pursuant to this Directive meets the requirements of point 7 below, approval of that vehicle type shall be granted.  Notice of approval or of extension or of refusal of approval of a vehicle type pursuant to this Directive shall be communicated to the Member States by means of a form conforming to the model in Annex II, Appendix 2 to this Directive.  4.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. The same Member State may not assign the same number to another vehicle type.  5. APPLICATION FOR TECHNICAL UNIT EEC TYPE-APPROVAL OF A SPEED LIMITATION DEVICE 5.1. The application for EEC type-approval of a speed limitation device as a technical unit must be submitted by the manufacturer of the speed limitation device or by his duly accredited representative.  5.2. For each type of speed limitation device the application must be accompanied by:  5.2.1. documentation in triplicate giving a description of the technical characteristics of the speed limitation device and the method of its installations on one or more types of vehicle for which the speed limitations device is intended to be  installed;  5.2.2. five samples of the type of speed limitation device; the samples must be clearly and indelibly marked with the applicant's trade name or mark and the type designation;  5.2.3. a vehicle or an engine (in the case of testing on an engine bench) fitted with the speed limitation device to be type approved, chosen by the applicant in agreement with the technical service responsible for conducting approval tests.  5.3. The competent authority shall verify the existence of satisfactory arrangements for ensuring effective control of the conformity of production of the speed limitation device before type-approval is granted.  6. APPROVAL 6.1. If the speed limitation device submitted for approval pursuant to this Directive meets the requirements of item 7 below, approval of that type of speed limitation device shall be granted.  6.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type of speed limitation device approved. Its first two digits (00 for the Directive in its original form) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments  made to the Directive at the time of issue of the approval. The same Member State may not assign the same number to another type of speed limitation device.  6.3. Notice of approval, or of extension or of refusal of approval of a type of speed limitation device pursuant to this Directive shall be communicated to the Member States by means of a form conforming to the model in Annex II, Appendix 4 to this  Directive.  6.4. There shall be affixed, conspicuously and in a readily accessible place specified on the approval form, to every speed limitation device conforming to a type of speed limitation device approved under this Directive an international approval mark  consisting of:  6.4.1. a rectangle surrounding the letter 'e' followed by the distinguishing number of the country which has granted approval; and 6.4.2. the approval number, as given on the EEC type-approval certificate (see Annex II, Appendix 4), near to the rectangle of the approval mark.  6.5. The approval mark shall be clearly legible and indelible.  6.6. Annex II, Appendix 6 to this Directive gives an example of the arrangement of the approval mark.  7. REQUIREMENTS 7.1. General 7.1.1. The speed limitation must be such that the vehicle in normal use, despite the vibrations to which it may be subjected, complies with the provisions of this Directive. The speed limitation device shall be so designed, constructed and assembled as  to enable the vehicle in normal use, fitted with the speed limitation device, to comply with the provisions of this Directive.  7.1.2. In particular, the speed limitation device of the vehicle must be so designed, constructed and assembled as to resist corrosion and ageing phenomena to which it may be exposed and to resist tampering.  7.1.2.1. The limitation threshold must not, in any case, be capable of being increased or removed temporarily or permanently on vehicles in use. The inviolability shall be demonstrated to the technical service with documentation analysing the failure  mode in which the system will be globally examined.  The analysis shall show, taking into account the different states taken by the system, the consequences of a modification of the input or output states on the functioning, the possibilities of obtaining these modifications by failures or by tampering  and the possibility of their occurence. The analysis level will be always to the first failure.  7.1.2.2. The speed limitation function, the speed limitation device and the connections necessary for its operation, except those essential for the running of the vehicle, shall be capable of being protected from any unauthorized adjustments or the  interruption of its energy supply by the attachment of sealing devices and/or the need to use special tools.  7.1.3. The speed limitation function and the speed limitation device shall not actuate the vehicle's service braking system. A permanent brake (e.g. retarder) may be incorporated only if it operates after the speed limitation device has restricted the  fuel feed to the minimum fuel position.  7.1.4. The speed limitation function or the speed limitation device must be such that its does not affect the vehicle's road speed if a positive action on the accelerator is applied when the vehicle is running at its set speed.  7.1.5. The speed limitation function or the speed limitation device may allow normal accelerator control for the purposes of gear changing.  7.1.6. No malfunction or tampering shall result in an increase in engine power above that demanded by the position of the driver's accelerator.  7.1.7. The speed limitation function shall be obtained regardless of the accelerator control used if there is more than one such control which may be reached from the driver's seating position.  7.1.8. The speed limitation function or the speed limitation device shall operate satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment without unacceptable electromagnetic disturbance for anything in this environment.  7.1.9. All components necessary for the full function of the speed limitation or the speed limitation device shall be energized whenever the vehicle is being driven.  7.2. Special requirements 7.2.1. For the different categories of motor vehicles the limitation speed V shall be set in accordance with Directive 92/6/EEC.  7.2.2. This speed limitation may be achieved either by the equipment of the motor vehicles with EEC type-approved speed limitation devices or similar systems on board of the vehicles fulfilling the same speed limitation function.  7.2.3. The set speed shall be indicated on a plate in a conspicuous position in the driver compartment of each vehicle.  8. TEST The speed limitation tests to which the vehicle or the speed limitation device presented for EEC type-approval is submitted as well as the limitation performances required, are described in Annex III to this Directive.  At the request of the manufacturer and with the agreement of the type-approval authority, vehicles whose calculated unlimited maximum speed does not exceed the set speed defined for those vehicles may be exempted from the testing of Annex III provided  the requirements of this Directive are met.  9. MODIFICATION OF THE TYPE OF THE VEHICLE OR THE SPEED LIMITATION DEVICE AND EXTENSION OF EEC TYPE-APPROVAL 9.1. Every modification of the vehicle type or the type of the speed limitation device shall be notified to the administrative department which approved the vehicle type. The department may then either:  9.1.1. consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable adverse effect and that in any case the vehicle or the speed limitation device still complies with the requirements; or 9.1.2. require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.  9.2. Confirmation or refusal of approval, specifying the alteration, shall be communicated by the procedure specified in paragraph 4.1 above to the Member States.  9.3. The competent authority issuing an extension of approval shall assign a series number to each communication form drawn up for such an extension.  10. CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION 10.1. Every vehicle or speed limitation device approved under this Directive shall be so manufactured as to conform to the type approved by meeting the requirements set out in point 7 above.  10.2. In order to verify that the requirements of item 10.1 are met, suitable checks of the production shall be carried out.  10.3. The holder of the approval shall, in particular:  10.3.1. ensure the existence of procedures for effective quality control of the vehicle or the speed limitation device;  10.3.2. have access to the testing equipment necessary for checking conformity to each approved type;  10.3.3. ensure that test result data are recorded and that the annexed documents remain available for a period to be determined in agreement with the administrative department;  10.3.4. analyse the results of each type of test, in order to verify and ensure the consistency of characteristics of the vehicle or the speed limitation device, making allowance for permissible variations in industrial production;  10.3.5. ensure that for each type of vehicle or speed limitation device sufficient checks and tests are carried out in accordance with the procedures approved with the competent authority;  10.3.6. ensure that any set of samples or test pieces giving evidence of non-conformity in the type of test in question shall give rise to a further sampling and test. All necessary steps shall be taken to restore conformity of the corresponding  production.  10.4. The competent authority which has granted type-approval may at any time verify the conformity control methods applied in each production unit.  10.4.1. At every inspection, the test records and production records shall be presented to the visiting inspector.  10.4.2. The inspector may select samples at random to be tested in the manufacturer's laboratory. The minimum number of samples may be determined according to the results of the manufacturer's own checks.  10.4.3. Where the quality level appears unsatisfactory or it seems necessary to verify the validity of the tests carried out in application of item 10.4.2, the inspector shall select samples to be sent to the technical service which conducted the  type-approval tests.  10.4.4. The competent authority may carry out any test prescribed in this Directive. The normal frequency of inspections authorized by the competent authority shall be one every two years. In cases where unsatisfactory results are found during one of  these inspections, the competent authority shall ensure that all necessary steps are taken to restore conformity of production as rapidly as possible.  11. PENALTIES FOR NON-CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION 11.1. The approval granted in respect of a vehicle type or type of a speed limitation device pursuant to this Directive may be withdrawn if the requirements laid down in item 7 above are not complied with.  11.2. If a Member State withdraws an EEC type-approval it has previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other Member States, by means of a copy of the EEC type-approval certificate according to the model set out in Annex II, Appendix 2 or 4.   (1) OJ No L 57, 2. 3. 1992, p. 27.   ANNEX II  Appendix 1 INFORMATION DOCUMENT No . . . in accordance with Annex 1 of Council Directive 70/156/EEC relating to EEC type-approval of the motor vehicle type with regard to speed limitation or to equipment of speed limiting devices (Directive 92/24/EEC)    The following information, if applicable, shall be supplied in triplicate and shall include a list of contents. Drawings, if any, shall be supplied in appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4 or folded to that size. In the case of  micro-processor controlled functions, supply relevant performance-related information.   0. GENERAL 0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer): .  0.2. Type and commercial description: .  .  0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle (b) (¹): .  .  0.3.1. Location of that marking: .  0.4. Category of vehicle (c): .  0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: .  .  0.6. Location of statutory plates and inscriptions and method of affixing:  0.6.1. on the chassis: .  0.6.2. on the bodywork: .  0.7. In the case of components and separate technical units, location and method of affixing of the EEC approval mark: .  .  0.8. Address(es) of assembly plant(s): .  .  .  (¹) The item numbers and footnotes used in this information document correspond to those set out in Annex I to Directive 70/156/EEC, as last amended by Directive 87/403/EEC. Items not relevant for the purpose of this Directive are omitted.  1. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLE 1.1. Photographs and/or drawings of a representative vehicle: .  2. MASSES AND DIMENSIONS (e) (in kg and mm) (refer to drawing where applicable):  2.6. Mass of the vehicle with bodywork in running order, or mass of the chassis with cab if the manufacturer does not fit the bodywork (including coolant, oils, fuel, tools, spare wheel and driver) (o) (max. and min. for each version): .  .  .  .  .  2.8. Technically permissible maximum laden mass stated by the manufacturer (y) (max. and min. for each version): .  .  3. POWER PLANT (q) 3.1. Manufacturer: .  3.1.1. Manufacturer's engine code (as marked on the engine, or some other means of identification): .  .  3.2. Internal combustion engine: .  3.2.1. Specific engine information: .  3.2.1.1. Working principle: positive ignition/compression ignition, four stroke/two stroke (¹) 3.2.1.3. Engine capacity (S): ...................... cm³ 3.2.1.4. Volumetric compression ratio: .  3.2.1.8. Maximum net power (+): ...................... kW at ...................... min-1 3.2.1.9. Maximum permitted engine speed as prescribed by the manufacturer: ...................... min-1 3.2.1.10. Maximum net torque (+): ...................... Nm at ...................... min-1 4. TRANSMISSION (v) 4.2. Type (mechanical, hydraulic, electric, etc.): .  4.5. Gearbox: .  4.5.1. Type (manual/automatic/CVT (*) (¹)):  4.6. Gear ratios:     Gear Internal gearbox ratios (ratios of engine to gearbox output shaft revolutions) Final drive ratio(s) (ratio of gearbox output shaft to driven wheel revolutions) Total gear ratios Max. for CVT 1 2 3 . . .  Min. for CVT Reverse 4.7. Maximum vehicle speed and gear in which this is achieved (in km/h) (w): .  6. SUSPENSION 6.6. Tyres and wheels:  6.6.1. Tyre/wheel combination(s): .  .  (For tyres indicate size designation, minimum load-capacity index, minimum speed category symbol; for wheels indicate rim size(s) and off-set(s)).  6.6.1.1. Axle 1: .  6.6.1.2. Axle 2: .  etc.  6.6.2. Upper and lower limit of rolling radii:  6.6.2.1. Axle 1: .  6.6.2.2. Axle 2: .  etc.  6.6.3. Tyre pressure(s) as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer: ................. kPa.  Appendix 2 MODEL (maximum format: A4 [210 × 297 mm]) EEC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (vehicle)   Stamp of Administration Communication concerning the - type approval (¹),  - extension of type approval (¹),  - refusal of type approval (¹),  of a type of a vehicle with regard to Directive 92/24/EEC relating to speed limitation devices or similar speed limitation on-board systems of certain categories of motor vehicles.  EEC type-approval No: ..................   Extension No: .   SECTION I  0. General 0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer): .  .  0.2. Type and commercial description (mention any variants): .  .  0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle (b) (*): .  .  0.3.1. Location of that marking: .  0.4. Category of vehicle (c): .  0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: .  .  0.8. Address(es) of assembly plant(s): .  .  .  (¹) Delete where inapplicable.  (*) The item numbers and footnotes used in this information document correspond to those set out in Annex I to Directive 70/156/EEC, as last amended by Directive 87/403/EEC. Items not relevant for the purpose of this Directive are omitted.  SECTION II  1. Additional information 1.1. Make and type of EEC type-approved speed limitation device(s), if any; approval numbers: .  1.2. Make and type of onboard speed limitation system: .  . 1.3. Speed or range of speeds at which the speed limitation may be set: .............. km/h 1.4. Maximum engine power to unladen mass ratio of the vehicle type: .  1.5. Highest ratio of engine speed to vehicle speed in top gear of the vehicle type: .  2. Technical department responsible for carrying out the tests: .  3. Date of test report: .  4. Number of test report: .  5. Ground(s) for extending type-approval (where appropriate): .  6. Comments (if any): .  .  .  7. Place: .  8. Date: .  9. Signature: .  10. A list of documents making up the type-approval file lodged with the administrative department that has granted type-approval, which may be obtained on request, is attached.  Appendix 3 INFORMATION DOCUMENT NO . . . (a) (*) in accordance with Annex I of Council Directive 70/156/EEC relating to EEC type-approval as a separate technical unit for the speed limitation device for motor vehicles (Directive 92/24/EEC)   The  following information, if applicable, shall be supplied in triplicate and shall include a list of contents. Drawings, if any, shall be supplied in appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4 or folded to that size. In the case of  micro-processor controlled functions supply relevant performance-related information.  0. General 0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer): .  .  0.2. Type and commercial description: .  .  0.3. Means of identification of type, as marked on the technical unit (b): .  .  0.3.1. Location of that marking: .  0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: .  .  0.7. In the case of components and separate technical units, location and method of affixing of the EEC approval mark: .  .  12.8. Speed limitation device:  12.8.1. Type of the speed limitation device: mechanical/electrical/electronic (¹) 12.8.2. Measures against tampering of the speed limitation device: .  .  12.8.3. Type of vehicle or engine on which the device has been tested: .  12.8.4. Speed or range of speeds at which the device may be set within the range established for the test vehicle:  .  12.8.5. Engine power to unladen mass of ratio of the test vehicle: .  12.8.7. Type(s) of vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  .  12.8.8. Speed or range of speeds at which the limiter may be set within the range established for vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  12.8.9. Engine power to unladen mass ratio fo the vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  .  12.8.10. Highest ratio of engine speed to vehicle speed in top gear of vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  .  12.8.11. Method used to control the fuel feed of the engine: .  .  (*) The item numbers and footnotes used in this information document correspond to those set out in Annex I to Directive 70/156/EEC, as last amended by Directive 87/403/EEC. Items not relevant for the purpose of this Directive are omitted.  (¹) Delete where inapplicable.  Appendix 4 MODEL (a) (*) [maximum format A4 (210 × 297 mm)] EEC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (separate technical unit)   Stamp of Administration Communication concerning the:  - type approval (¹),  - extension of type approval (¹),  - refusal of type approval (¹),  of a type of a separate technical unit with regard to Directive 92/24/EEC relating to speed limitation devices or similar speed limitation on-board systems of certain categories of motor vehicles.  EEC type-approval No: ..................   Extension No: .   SECTION I  0. General 0.1. Make (trade name of manufacturer): .  .  0.2. Type and commercial description: .  .  0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the technical unit (b): .  .  0.3.1. Location of that marking: .  0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: .  .  0.7. In the case of components and separate technical units, location and method of affixing of the EEC approval mark: .  .  (*) The item numbers and footnotes used in this information document correspond to those set out in Annex I to Directive 70/156/EEC, as last amended by Directive 87/403/EEC. Items not relevant for the purpose of this Directive are omitted.  (¹) Delete where inapplicable.  SECTION II  1. Additional information:  1.1. Speed limitation device: mecanical/electrical/electronic (¹) 1.2. Vehicle type(s) on which the device may be installed: .  .  1.3. Speed or range of speeds at which the limiter may be set within the range established for vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  .  1.4. Engine power to unladen mass ratio of the vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  1.5. Highest ratio of engine speed to vehicle speed in top gear of vehicle(s) on which the device may be installed: .  1.6. Instructions for the installation of the device for each type of vehicle: .  .  .  .  2. Technical department responsible for carrying out the tests: .  .  3. Date of test report: .  4. Number of test report: .  5. Ground(s) for extending type-approval (where appropriate): .  .  .  6. Comments (if any): .  .  .  7. Place: .  8. Date: .  9. Signature: .  10. A list of documents making up the type-approval file lodged with the administrative department that has granted type-approval, which may be obrained on request, is attached.  (¹) Delete where inapplicable.  Appendix 5   Example of an EEC unit type-approval mark  The above technical unit type-approval mark, affixed to a speed limitation device, shows that the technical unit concerned was approved in France (e2) pursuant to this Directive under the  type-approval number 001241. The first two digits indicate that the speed limitation device was approved according to the original form of this Directive.  (1) Delete where inapplicable.  (*) Continuously Variable Transmission.   ANNEX III  TESTS AND PERFORMANCES  1. TESTS OF SPEED LIMITATION DEVICE At the request of the applicant for approval tests shall be made in accordance with either points 1.1, 1.2 or 1.3 below.  1.1. Measurement on test track 1.1.1. Preparation of the vehicle 1.1.1.1. A vehicle representative of the vehicle type to be approved or a device representative of the speed limitation device type as appropriate shall be submitted to the technical service.  1.1.1.2. The settings of the engine of the test vehicle, particularly the fuel feed (carburetter or injection system) shall conform to the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer.  1.1.1.3. The tyres shall be bedded and the pressure shall be as specified by the manufacturer of the vehicle.  1.1.1.4. The vehicle mass shall be the unladen mass as declared by the manufacturer.  1.1.2. Characteristics of the test track 1.1.2.1. The test surface shall be suitable to enable stabilized speed to be maintained and shall be free from uneven patches. Gradients shall not exceed 2 % and shall not vary by more than 1 % excluding camber effects.  1.1.2.2. The test surface shall be free from standing water, snow or ice.  1.1.3. Ambient weather conditions 1.1.3.1. The mean wind speed measured at a height at least 1 m above the ground shall be less than 6 m/s with gusts not exceeding 10 m/s.  1.1.4. Acceleration test method 1.1.4.1. The vehicle running at a speed which is 10 km/h below the set speed shall be accelerated as much as possible using a fully positive action on the accelerator control.  This action shall be maintained at least 30 seconds after the vehicle speed has been stabilized. The instantaneous vehicle speed shall be recorded during the test in order to establish the curve of the speed versus the time and during the operation of  the speed limitation function or of the speed limitation device as appropriate. The accuracy of the speed measurement shall be ± 1 %. The accuracy of the time measurement shall be within 0,1 s.  1.1.4.2. Acceptance criteria for the acceleration test The test shall be satisfactory if the following conditions are met:  1.1.4.2.1. The stabilized speed Vstab reached by the vehicle shall be equal or less than the set speed Vset. However a tolerance of 5 % of the Vset value or 5 km/h whichever is the greater is acceptable.  1.1.4.2.2. Transient response (see figure 2 of appendix) After the stabilized speed is reached for the first time:  (a) the maximum speed shall not exceed the stabilized speed Vstab by more than 5 %;  (b) the rate of change of speed shall not exceed 0,5 m/s² when measured on a period greater than 0,1 s; and (c) the stabilized speed conditions specified in 1.1.4.2.3. shall be attained within 10 s of first reaching of the stabilized speed Vstab.  1.1.4.2.3. Stabilized speed (see figure 2 of appendix) When stable speed control has been achieved:  (a) speed shall not vary by more than 4 % of the stablized speed Vstab or 2 km/h whichever is the greater;  (b) the rate of change of speed shall not exceed 0,2 m/s² when measured on a period greater than 0,1 s.  (c) the stabilized speed (Vstab) is the average speed calculated during a minimum period of 20 seconds beginning 10 seconds after the stabilized speed is achieved.  1.1.4.2.4. Tests in acceleration shall be carried out and the acceptance criteria verified for each reduction ratio of gear allowing the speed limit to be exceeded.  1.1.5. Test method at steady speed 1.1.5.1. The vehicle shall be driven at full acceleration up to the steady speed, then shall be maintained at this speed without any modification on the test basis of at least 400 metres. The vehicle's average speed measurement shall then be repeated on  the same test basis, but run in the opposite direction, and under the same procedures.  The stabilization speed for the whole test previously considered is the mean of the two average speeds measured on going trips and on coming back trips of the test basis. The whole test including the calculation of the stabilization speed shall be  carried out five times. The speed of measurement shall be carried out with an accuracy of ± 1 %, the time measurements with an accuracy of 0,1 s.  1.1.5.2. Acceptance criteria for steady speed test Tests are judged satisfactory if the following conditions are fulfilled:  1.1.5.2.1. None of the stabilization speeds Vstab obtained shall exceed set speed Vset. However, a tolerance of 5 % of the Vset value or 5 km/h whichever is the greater is acceptable.  1.1.5.2.2. The gap between the extreme stabilization speeds obtained during the tests shall not exceed 3 km/h.  1.1.5.2.3. Tests in steady speed shall be carried out and the acceptance criteria verified for each reduction gear ratio allowing in theory the speed limit to be exceeded.  1.2. Tests on chassis dynamometer 1.2.1. Characteristics of the chassis dynamometer The equivalent inertia of the vehicle mass shall be reproduced on the chassis dynamometer with an accuracy of ± 10 %. The speed of the vehicle shall be measured with an accurancy of ± 1 %. The time shall be measured with an accuracy of 0,1 s.  1.2.2. Acceleration test method 1.2.2.1. The power absorbed by the brake of the chassis dynamometer during the test shall be set to correspond with the vehicle's resistance to progressive movement at the tested speed(s). This power may be established by calculation and shall be set to  an accuracy of ± 10 %. At the request of the applicant, and with the agreement of the competent authority the power absorbed may alternatively be set at 0,4 Pmax (Pmax ist the maximum power of the engine). The vehicle running at a speed which is 10 km/h  below its set speed shall be accelerated at the maximum possibilities of the engine by using a fully positive action on the acceleration control. This action shall be maintained at least 20 seconds after the vehicle speed has been stablized. The  instantaneous vehicle speed shall be recorded during the test in order to establish the curve of the speed versus the time and during the operation of the speed limitation device.  1.2.2.2. Acceptance criteria for the acceleration test The test shall be satisfactory if the following conditions are met:  1.2.2.2.1. The stabilized speed Vstab reached by the vehicle shall be equal or less than the set speed Vset. However a tolerance of 5 % of the Vset value or 5 km/h whichever is the greater is acceptable.  1.2.2.2.2. Transient response (see figure 2 of appendix) After the stabilized speed is first achieved:  (a) the maximum speed shall not exceed the stabilized speed Vstab by more than 5 %;  (b) the rate of change of speed shall not exceed 0,5 m/s² when measured on a period greater than 0,1 s; and (c) the stabilized speed conditions specified in point 1.2.2.2.3 shall be attained within 10 s of first reaching of the stabilized speed Vstab.  1.2.2.2.3. Stabilized speed (see figure 2 of appendix) When stable speed control has been achieved:  (a) speed shall not vary by more than 4 % of the stabilized speed Vstab or 2 km/h whichever is the greater;  (b) the rate of change of speed shall not exceed 0,2 m/s² when measured on a period greater than 0,1 s.  1.2.2.2.4. Tests in acceleration shall be carried out and the acceptance criteria verified for each reduction ratio of gear acceleration allowing in theory the speed limit to be exceeded.  1.2.3. Test method for steady speed test 1.2.3.1. The vehicle shall be installed on the chassis dynamometer. The following acceptance criteria should be met for power absorbed by the chassis dynamometer varying progressively from the maximum power Pmax to a value equal to 0,2 Pmax. The speed  of the vehicle shall be recorded in the full range of power defined above. The maximum speed of the vehicle shall be determined on this range. Test and record defined above shall be made five times.  1.2.3.2. Acceptance criteria for steady speed test Tests are judged satisfactory if the following conditions are fulfilled:  1.2.3.2.1. Non of the stabilization speeds Vstab obtained shall exceed the set speed Vset. However, a tolerance of 5 % of the Vset value or 5 km/h, whichever is the greater, is acceptable.  1.2.3.2.2. The gap between the extreme stabilization speed obtained during the test shall not exceed 3 km/h.  1.2.3.2.3. Tests in steady speeds shall be carried out and the acceptance criteria verified for each reduction gear ratio allowing in theory the speed limit to be exceeded.  1.3. Test on engine test bench This test procedure can only be used when the applicant can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the technical services that this method is equivalent to the measurement on a test track.  2. ENDURANCE TEST The speed limitation device shall be submitted to a durability test following the procedure prescribed below. However, this may be omitted if the applicant demonstrates the resistance to aging effects.  2.1. The device is cycled on a bench simulating the attitude and the movement which the speed limitation device would experience on the vehicle.  2.2. A functioning cycle is maintained by means of a control system supplied by the manufacturer. The diagram of the cycle is given below:  Five conditionings are defined hereafter. The speed limitation device (SLD) samples of the type presented for approval shall be submitted to the conditionings according to the table below:    1st SLD 2nd SLD 3rd SLD 4th SLD Conditioning 1 x Conditioning 2 x Conditioning 3 x Conditioning 4 x Conditioning 5 x  2.2.1. Conditioning 1: tests at ambient temperature (293 K ± 2 K); number of cycles: 50 000.  2.2.2. Conditioning 2: tests at high temperatures.  2.2.2.1. Electronic components The components shall be cycled in a climatic chamber. A temperature of 338 K ± 5 K is maintained during the whole functioning. Number of cycles: 12 500.  2.2.2.2. Mechanical components The components shall be cycled in a climatic chamber. A temperature of 373 K ± 5 K is maintained during the whole functioning. Number of cycles: 12 500.  2.2.3. Conditioning 3: tests at low temperature.  In the climatic chamber used for conditioning 2, a temperature of 253 K ± 5 K is maintained during the whole functioning. Number of cycles: 12 500.  2.2.4. Conditioning 4: test in a salted atmosphere. Only for components exposed to the ambient road environment.  The device shall be cycled in a salted atmosphere chamber. The concentration of sodium chloride is of 5 % and internal temperature of the climatic chamber is 308 K ± 2 K. Number of cycles: 12 500.  2.2.5. Conditioning 5: vibration test 2.2.5.1. The speed limitation device is mounted in a similar way to its mounting on the vehicle.  2.2.5.2. Sinusoldal vibrations shall be applied in all three planes; logarithmic sweep shall be 1 octave per minute.  2.2.5.2.1. First test: frequency range 10-24 Hz, amplitude ± 2 mm.  2.2.5.2.2. Second test: frequency range 24-1 000 Hz for chassis and cab mounted technical units, input 2,5 g. For engine mounted technical units, input 5 g.  2.3. Acceptance criteria of the endurance tests 2.3.1. At the end of the endurance tests, no modification of the device's performances shall be observed regarding the set speed.  2.3.2. However, if any breaking down of the device occurs during one of the endurance tests, a second device can be submitted to the endurance tests under consideration at the manufacturer's request.  Appendix    1. ASYMPTOTIC CURVE 2. OSCILLATING CURVE