Article 1

Subject matter

Article 2

Definitions

For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions shall apply:

(1)	‘vehicle type’ means a set of vehicles as defined in Part B of Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2018/858;

(2)	‘vehicle type with regard to the statutory markings’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as: (a) the composition of the vehicle identification number; (b) the characteristics and location of the statutory markings;

(3)

‘statutory plate’ means a plate or label, affixed by the manufacturer on a vehicle that provide the main technical characteristics which are necessary for the identification of the vehicle and provides the competent authorities with the relevant information concerning the permissible maximum laden masses;

(4)	‘vehicle identification number (VIN)’ means the alphanumeric code assigned to a vehicle by the manufacturer in order to ensure proper identification of every vehicle;

(5)

‘vehicle type with regard to the space for mounting and fixing of registration plates’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as: (a) the dimensions of the space for mounting and fixing of the front and rear registration plates; (b) the location of the space for mounting and fixing of the front and rear registration plates; (c) the shape of the surface for mounting and fixing of the front and rear registration plates;

(6)	‘vehicle type with regard to the windscreen wiper and washer system’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the characteristics of the wiper and washer system or the shape, size and characteristics of the windscreen and its mounting;

(7)	‘type of windscreen washer system’ means a group of windscreen washer systems which do not differ in such essential respects as the pump performance, materials used, storage capacity, number of nozzles, sizes, wall thicknesses or shape of the washer system;

(8)	‘windscreen wiper system’ means the system consisting of a device for wiping the outer face of the windscreen, together with the accessories and controls necessary for starting and stopping the device;

(9)	‘windscreen washer system’ means the system consisting of devices for storing, transferring and aiming fluid towards the outer face of the windscreen, together with the controls necessary for starting and stopping the device;

(10)	‘vehicle type with regard to wheel guards’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the characteristics of the wheel guards or the minimum and maximum tyre and wheel sizes suitable for fitment, taking into account the applicable tyre envelopes, rim sizes and wheel off-sets;

(11)

‘vehicle type with regard to the windscreen defrosting and demisting systems’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as: (a) the characteristics of the defrosting and demisting systems; (b) the external and internal forms and arrangements within the 180o forward field of vision area of the driver which may affect visibility; (c) the shape, size, thickness and characteristics of the windscreen and its mounting; (d) the maximum number of seating positions;

(12)	‘defrosting system’ means the system intended to eliminate frost or ice on the outside surface of the windscreen;

(13)	‘demisting system’ means the system intended to remove mist on the inside surface of the windscreen;

(14)	‘vehicle type with regard to the towing devices’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the characteristics of the towing devices;

(15)	‘towing device’ means a device in the shape of a hook, eye or other form, to which a connecting part, such as a towing bar or towing rope, can be fitted;

(16)	‘vehicle type with regard to spray suppression’ means complete, incomplete or completed vehicles, which do not differ with respect to the following aspects: (a) type of spray suppression device installed on the vehicle; (b) manufacturer's spray suppression system type designation;

(17)

‘type of spray suppression device’ means devices which do not differ with respect to the following main characteristics: (a) the physical principle adopted in order to reduce emissions (water-energy absorption, air/water separator); (b) materials; (c) shape; (d) dimensions, in so far as they may influence the behaviour of the material;

(18)	‘spray suppression system’ means a system that reduces the pulverization of water thrown upwards by the tyres of a vehicle in motion and which is made up of a mudguard, rain flaps and valances equipped with a spray suppression device;

(19)	‘spray suppression device’ means part of the spray suppression system, which may comprise an air/water separator and an energy absorber;

(20)

‘vehicle type with regard to the gear shift indicator (GSI)’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the functional characteristics of the GSI and the logic used by the GSI to determine when to indicate a gearshift point, including: (a) upshifts indicated at specified engine speeds; (b) upshifts indicated when specific fuel consumption engine maps show that a specified minimum fuel consumption improvement will be delivered in the higher gear; (c) upshifts indicated when torque demand can be met in the higher gear;

(21)	‘functional characteristics of the GSI’ means the set of input parameters, such as engine speed, power demand, torque and their variation in time, determining the GSI indication and the functional dependence of the GSI indications on these parameters;

(22)	‘vehicle type with regard to vehicle access’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the characteristics of door entry steps, handholds and running boards;

(23)	‘vehicle type with regard to reversing motion’ means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the characteristics of the reversing device;

(24)	‘vehicle type with regard to the masses and dimensions’ means vehicles which do not differ in any of the following aspects: (a) trade name or mark of their manufacturer; (b) classification; (c) main function;

(25)	‘aerodynamic devices and equipment’ means devices or equipment that are designed to reduce the aerodynamic drag of road vehicles with the exception of elongated cabs;

(26)

‘type of hydrogen storage system’ means an assembly of components which do not differ in such essential respects as the state of stored hydrogen fuel or compressed gas, the nominal working pressure, the structure, materials, capacity and physical dimensions of the container as well as the structure, materials and essential characteristics of the pressure relief devices, check valves and shut-off valves;

(27)	‘vehicle type with regard to hydrogen safety’ means a group of vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the basic configuration and main characteristics of the vehicle’s hydrogen fuel system;

(28)	‘type of hydrogen component’ means a group of hydrogen components which do not differ in such essential respects as the state of stored hydrogen fuel or compressed gas, the function of the component and its structure, materials and physical dimensions.

Article 3

Application for type-approval

Article 4

Granting of the type-approval

Article 5

Application for the EU type-approval of a vehicle type as regards certain vehicle systems

Article 6

Granting the EU type-approval of a vehicle type as regards certain vehicle systems

Article 7

Application for the EU separate technical unit type-approval of systems and equipment

Applications for EU separate technical unit type-approval with regard to each of the following systems and equipment shall be drawn up in accordance with the respective model information document as referred to in Article 24(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) 2018/858:

(a)	the windscreen washer system, using the model containing the information listed in Annex IV, Part 1, Section B;

(b)	the spray suppression system, using the model containing the information listed in Annex VIII, Part 1, Section B;

(c)	the frontal protection system, using the model containing the information listed in Part 1 of Annex XII;

(d)	the aerodynamic device or equipment, using the model containing the information listed in Annex XIII, Part 1, Section B.

Article 8

Granting the EU type-approval of a separate technical unit

Article 9

Application for the EU component type-approval

Applications for EU component type-approval with regard to the following hydrogen components shall be drawn up in accordance with the respective model information document as referred to in Article 24(1)(a) of Regulation (EU) 2018/858 and contain the information listed in Annex XIV, Part 1, Section B:

(a)	the liquefied hydrogen storage systems (LHSS), including their containers, pressure relief and shut-off devices, with respect to their safety performance and material compatibility;

(b)	the compressed hydrogen storage systems (CHSS), including their containers and primary closing devices, comprising TPRD, check valve and automatic shut-off valves, with respect to their material compatibility.

Article 10

Granting the EU component type-approval

Article 11

Type-approval mark

Article 12

Transitional provision

Article 13

Provision of information

For the purpose of evaluating the need for further developments, manufacturers and type-approval authorities shall make available to the Commission upon request the information set out in Parts 1, 2 and 3 of Annex IX. The information shall be treated in a confidential manner by the Commission and its representatives.

Article 14

Entry into force

This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

It shall apply from 6 July 2022.

ANNEX I

TYPE-APPROVAL IN AREAS COVERED BY UN REGULATIONS

PART 1

Information document

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a vehicle with regard to a system / component / separate technical unit (1) with regard to UN Regulation No …, as amended by the … series of amendments / as amended by Supplement … to the … series of amendments (1), concerning … based on and formatted in accordance with the item numbering of Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 (2)

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

0.

GENERAL

0.1.

Make (trade name of manufacturer):

0.2.

Type:

0.2.1.

Commercial name(s) (if available):

0.3.

Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle / component / separate technical unit (1) (3):

0.3.1.

Location of that marking:

0.4.

Category of vehicle (4):

0.5.

Company name and address of manufacturer:

0.8.

Name(s) and address(es) of assembly plant(s):

0.9.

Name and address of the manufacturer's representative (if any):

1.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLE

1.1.

Photographs, pictures and/or drawings of a representative vehicle / component / separate technical unit (1):

All subsequent items and information relevant for the vehicle, component or separate technical unit shall be provided in agreement with the technical service and type-approval authority responsible for granting the EU type-approval for which the application was submitted. It may be based on a model for an information document if provided by UN Regulation No …, otherwise it shall insofar practicable be based on the item numbering of Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 (i.e. the complete list of information for the purpose of EU type-approval of vehicles, components and separate technical units) and any additional information or particulars required for approval under UN Regulation No … shall be included.

Explanatory notes:

Information document numbering in accordance with the template laid down in Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2018/858

(1)	Delete where not applicable.

(2)

If a part (e.g. component or separate technical unit) has been type-approved, that part need not be described if reference is made to such approval. Similarly, a part need not be described if its construction is clearly apparent from the attached diagrams or drawings. For each item for which drawings, pictures or photographs shall be attached, give numbers of the corresponding attached documents.

(3)	If the means of identification of type contains characters not relevant to describe the vehicle, component or separate technical unit types covered by this information document, such characters shall be represented in the documentation by the symbol ‘?’ (e.g. ABC??123??).

(4)	Classified according to the definitions set out in Part A of Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2018/858.

PART 2

MODEL

Format: A4 (210 × 297 mm)

TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE

Identification of type-approval authority

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (1) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to a system / component / separate technical unit (1) complying with the requirements laid down in UN Regulation No … as amended by the … series of amendments / as amended by Supplement … to the … series of amendments (1), with regard to Regulation (EU) 2019/2144, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (1):

SECTION I

0.

GENERAL

0.1.

Make (trade name of manufacturer):

0.2.

Type:

0.2.1.

Commercial name(s) (if available):

0.3.

Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle / component / separate technical unit (1):

0.3.1.

Location of that marking:

0.4.

Category of vehicle (2):

0.5.

Name and address of manufacturer:

0.8.

Name(s) and address(es) of assembly plant(s):

0.9.

Name and address of the manufacturer's representative (if any):

1.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLE

1.1.

Photographs and/or drawings of a representative vehicle:

SECTION II

1.

Additional information (where applicable): see Addendum.

2.

Technical service responsible for carrying out the tests:

3.

Date of test report:

4.

Number of test report:

5.

Remarks (if any): see Addendum.

6.

Place:

7.

Date:

8.

Signature:

Attachments:

—	Information package

—	Test report

—	Completed communication form conforming to the relevant model in the applicable UN Regulation, albeit without the mentioning of an UN approval being granted or extended as well as without the mentioning of an UN type-approval number

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(1)  Delete where not applicable.

(2)  Classified according to the definitions set out in Part A of Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2018/858.

(3)  Delete where not applicable.

ANNEX II

STATUTORY PLATE AND THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

PART 1

Information document for EU type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers with regard to the statutory plate and the vehicle identification number (VIN)

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a vehicle with regard to the vehicle statutory plate and the vehicle identification number.

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

0.1.

0.2.

0.2.1.

0.3.

0.3.1.

0.4.

0.5.

0.6.

0.6.1.

0.6.2.

0.8.

0.9.

1.

1.1.

9.

9.17.

9.17.1.

9.17.2.

9.17.3.

9.17.4.

9.17.4.1.

9.17.4.2.

9.17.4.3.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

PART 2

Section A

Technical specifications

1.   Manufacturer's statutory plate

1.1.

General provisions:

1.1.1.

Each vehicle shall be fitted with the manufacturer's statutory plate described in this section

1.1.2.

The manufacturer's statutory plate shall be affixed by the vehicle manufacturer or the vehicle manufacturer’s representative.

1.1.3.

The manufacturer's statutory plate shall consist of either of the following: (a) a rectangular sheet of metal; (b) a rectangular self-adhesive label.

1.1.4.

Metallic plates shall be fastened with rivets or equivalent.

1.1.5.

Labels shall be tamper evident, fraud resistant and self-destructive in case there is an attempt to remove the label.

1.2.

Information to be mentioned on the manufacturer's statutory plate.

1.2.1.

The following information shall be printed indelibly on the manufacturer's statutory plate in the order listed: (a) the manufacturer's company name; (b) the whole vehicle type-approval number; (c) the stage of completion, in the case of second and subsequent stages of multi-stage built vehicles as referred to in point 4.2. of Annex IX to Regulation (EU) 2018/858; (d) the vehicle identification number; (e) the technically permissible maximum laden mass; (f) the technically permissible maximum mass of the combination; (g) the technically permissible maximum mass on each axle listed in order from front to rear.

1.2.2.

The height of the characters referred to in point 1.2.1.(d) shall not be less than 4 mm.

1.2.3.

The height of the characters of the information referred to in point 1.2.1., other than the vehicle identification number, shall not be less than 2 mm.

1.3.

Specific provisions

1.3.1.

Trailers

1.3.1.1.

In the case of a trailer, the technically permissible maximum static vertical mass on the coupling point shall be mentioned.

1.3.1.2.

The coupling point shall be considered as an axle. This axle shall be numbered '0'.

1.3.1.3.

The first axle shall be numbered '1', the second '2' and so on, separated by a hyphen.

1.3.1.4.

The mass of the combination referred to in point 1.2.1.(f) shall be omitted.

1.3.2.

Heavy duty vehicles

1.3.2.1.

With regard to vehicles of category N3, O3 or O4, the technically permissible maximum mass on an axle group shall be mentioned. The entry corresponding to "Axle group" shall be identified by the letter 'T', followed by a hyphen.

1.3.2.2.

With respect to vehicles of category M3, N3, O3 or O4, the manufacturer may mention on the manufacturer's statutory plate the intended registration/in-service maximum permissible laden mass.

1.3.2.2.1.

The part of the manufacturer's statutory plate where the masses are mentioned shall be subdivided in two columns: the intended registration/in-service maximum permissible masses shall be mentioned in the left column and the technically permissible maximum laden masses in the right column.

1.3.2.2.2.

The two-letter code of the country where the vehicle is intended to be registered shall be indicated as header of the left column. The code shall be in accordance with Standard ISO 3166-1:2006.

1.3.2.3.

The requirements of point 1.3.2.1. shall not apply where: (a) the technically permissible maximum mass on an axle group is the sum of the technically permissible maximum mass on the axles which are part of that axle group; (b) the letter "T" is added as suffix to the maximum mass on each axle which is part of that axle group; and (c) where the requirements of point 1.3.2.2. are applied, the registration/in-service maximum permissible mass on the group of axles is the sum of the registration/in-service maximum permissible mass on the axles which are part of that axle group.

1.4.

Additional information

1.4.1.

The manufacturer may provide additional information below or alongside the prescribed inscriptions, outside a clearly marked rectangle which shall enclose only the information referred to in points 1.2. and 1.3.

1.5.

Models of the manufacturer's statutory plate

1.5.1.

Examples of the various possible models of the manufacturer's statutory plate are given in Section B.

1.5.2.

The data given on the models are fictitious.

1.6.

Requirements for location on vehicle

1.6.1.

The manufacturer's statutory plate shall be firmly attached in a conspicuous and readily accessible position.

1.6.2.

The location shall be chosen so that the part on which it is affixed is not subject to replacement in use.

2.   Vehicle identification number (VIN)

2.1.

The VIN shall consist of the following three sections and a check digit: (a) the world manufacturer identifier (WMI); (b) the vehicle descriptor section (VDS); (c) the vehicle indicator section (VIS).

2.2.

The WMI shall consist of a code assigned to the vehicle manufacturer which enables that manufacturer to be identified.

2.2.1.

The code shall comprise three alphanumeric characters, capital roman letters or Arabic numerals, which shall be assigned by the competent authority in the country where the principal place of business of the manufacturer is situated.

2.2.2.

The competent authority shall act in accordance with the international organisation referred to in Standard ISO 3780:2009 on "Road vehicles – World manufacturer identifier (WMI) code".

2.2.3.

Where the manufacturer's global production is less than 500 vehicles per year, the third character shall always be '9'. In order to identify such manufacturers, the competent authority referred to in point 2.2. shall assign the third, the fourth and the fifth character of the VIS.

2.3.

The VDS shall consist of five alphanumeric characters, capital roman letters or Arabic numerals, which shall serve to indicate the general characteristics of the vehicle. Where the manufacturer does not use one or more of the five characters, the unused spaces shall be filled in with alphanumeric characters at the manufacturer's discretion so that the total number of characters is five.

2.4.

The ninth position of the VIN shall be a check digit that is mathematically correct in accordance with the formula specified in Section C.

2.5.

The VIS shall consist of eight alphanumeric characters, capital Roman letters or Arabic numerals, of which the last four shall consist of digits only. The VIS shall provide, in conjunction with the WMI and the VDS, clear identification of a particular vehicle. Any unused space shall be filled in with the digit '0' so that the total number of characters is eight.

2.6.

The height of the characters of the VIN marked on the chassis shall be no less than 7 mm.

2.7.

There shall be no space between the characters.

2.8.

The use of the letters 'I', 'O' or 'Q' shall not be permitted.

2.9.

The beginning and the end of the VIN shall be limited by one symbol at the choice of the manufacturer. That symbol should neither be a Roman capital letter nor an Arabic numeral.

2.9.1.

The requirement under point 2.9. may be waived where the VIN is marked on a single line.

2.9.2.

Where the VIN is marked on two lines, the requirement under point 2.9. shall apply to each line.

2.10.

Requirements for location of the VIN on a vehicle

2.10.1.

The VIN shall be marked on a single line.

2.10.1.1.

Where, for technical reasons such as lack of space, the VIN cannot be marked on a single line, the national authority may, at the request of the manufacturer, allow the VIN to be marked on two lines. In such case, the sections referred to in point 2.1. may not be interrupted.

2.10.2.

The VIN shall be marked by stamping or mechanical hammering on the chassis, frame or other similar structure.

2.10.3.

Techniques that are proven to offer the same level of inalterability against tampering or forgery as mechanical hammering may be used instead of that technique.

2.10.4.

The VIN shall be marked in a clearly visible and easily accessible location, in a way that the marking cannot be obliterated or deteriorate.

2.10.5.

The VIN shall be located on the right-hand side of the vehicle.

Section B

Model of statutory plate

1.   MODEL A

for vehicles of category M1 and N1

JERMY CLARKFILS AUTOMOBILES S.A. e2*2018/858*11460 VRZUA5FX29J276031 1 850  kg 3 290  kg 1 - 1 100  kg 2 - 880 kg

Example of a manufacturer's statutory plate for a vehicle of category M1 type-approved in France.

2.   MODEL B

for vehicles of category M2, M3, N2 and N3

DEMURO VEICOLI COMMERCIALI S.P.A. e3*2018/858*52288 ZCFC35A3405850414
(IT) 17 990  kg 40 000  kg 1 - 7 100  kg 2 - 11 500  kg T - kg	17 990  kg 44 000  kg 1 - 7 100  kg 2 - 11 500  kg T - kg

Example of a manufacturer's statutory plate for a vehicle of category N3 type-approved in Italy.

Note:

the column on the left side is optional

3.   MODEL C

for vehicles of category O1 and O2

KAPITÅN SLØW e5*2018/858*11460 YSXFB56VX71134031 1 500  kg 0 - 100 kg 1 - 1 100  kg 2 - 880 kg

Example of a manufacturer's statutory plate for a vehicle of category O2 type-approved in Sweden.

4.   MODEL D

for vehicles of category O3 and O4

Jalo Pnik CO. TD e8*2018/858*10036 2T0YX646XX7472266
(CZ) 34 000  kg 0 - 8 000  kg 1 - 9 000  kg 2 - 9 000  kg 3 - 9 000  kg T - 27 000  kg	37 000  kg 0 - 8 000  kg 1 - 10 000  kg 2 - 10 000  kg 3 - 10 000  kg T - 30 000  kg

Example of a manufacturer's statutory plate for a vehicle of category O4 type-approved in the Czech Republic.

Note:

the column on the left side is optional

5.   MODEL E

additional plate for vehicles built in multiple stages (in accordance with point 4.2. of Annex IX to Regulation (EU) 2018/858)

HaMsTeR conversions LLP e49*2018/858*01912 Stage 3 VRZUA5FX29J276031 1 900  kg kg 1 - 1 200  kg 2 - kg

Example of a manufacturer's statutory plate for a multi-stage vehicle of category N1 type-approved in Cyprus. The technically permissible mass is mentioned on this plate, meaning that it has been changed in the current stage of approval. The technically permissible maximum mass of the combination is not mentioned on this plate, meaning that it has not been changed in the current stage of approval. In addition, the entry ‘0’ is not mentioned meaning that the vehicle is permitted to tow a trailer. The technically permissible maximum mass on the first axle is mentioned on this plate, meaning that it has been changed in the current stage of approval. The technically permissible maximum mass on the second axle is not mentioned on this plate, meaning that it has not been changed in the current stage of approval.

Section C

Check digit

1.   The check digit shall be calculated by carrying out the mathematical computation specified in points 1.1. to 1.4.

1.1.

Assign to each number in the VIN its actual mathematical value and assign to each letter the value specified below: A = 1 J = 1 S = 2 B = 2 K = 2 T = 3 C = 3 L = 3 U = 4 D = 4 M = 4 V = 5 E = 5 N = 5 W = 6 F = 6 P = 7 X = 7 G = 7 R = 9 Y = 8 H = 8   Z = 9

1.2.

Multiply the assigned value for each character in the VIN by the position weight factor specified below: 1st = 8 10th = 9 2nd = 7 11th = 8 3rd = 6 12th = 7 4th = 5 13th = 6 5th = 4 14th = 5 6th = 3 15th = 4 7th = 2 16th = 3 8th = 10 17th = 2 9th = check digit

1.3.

Add the resulting products and divide the total by 11.

1.4.

The check digit (number 0 to 9 or letter X) is based on either the fractional remainder or the decimal equivalent remainder (rounded to the nearest thousandth) as listed in the table below. Check digit Fractional remainder Decimal equivalent remainder 0 0 0 1 1/11 0,091 2 2/11 0,182 3 3/11 0,273 4 4/11 0,364 5 5/11 0,455 6 6/11 0,545 7 7/11 0,634 8 8/11 0,727 9 9/11 0,818 X 10/11 0,909

PART 3

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (VEHICLE SYSTEM)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (1) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to the statutory plate and the vehicle identification number, in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex II to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (1):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

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(1)  Delete where not applicable.

ANNEX III

SPACE FOR MOUNTING AND FIXING OF FRONT AND REAR REGISTRATION PLATES

PART 1

Information document for EU type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers with regard to the space for mounting and fixing of front and rear registration plates

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a motor vehicle or a trailer with regard to the space for mounting and the fixing of front and rear registration plates.

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

0.

0.1.

0.2.

0.2.1.

0.3.

0.3.1.

0.4.

0.5.

0.8.

0.9.

1.

1.1.

2.

2.4.

2.4.2.

2.4.2.3.

2.6.

9.

9.14.

9.14.1.

9.14.2.

9.14.3.

9.14.4.

9.14.5.

9.14.5.1.

9.14.5.2.

9.14.5.3.

9.14.5.4.

9.14.6.

9.14.7.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

PART 2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.

For the purposes of this Annex, the following definitions shall apply:

1.1.

‘virtually flat surface’ means a surface of solid material, which may also consist of patterned mesh or grille, with a radius of curvature of at least 3 000 mm;

1.2.

‘surface of patterned mesh’ means a surface consisting of an evenly spread pattern of shapes such as round, oval, diamond, rectangular or square holes spread evenly at intervals not exceeding 15 mm;

1.3.

‘surface of grille’ means a surface consisting of parallel bars which are spread evenly and have a mutual distance of not exceeding 15 mm;

1.4.

‘nominal surface’ means the theoretical geometrically perfect surface without taking into account surface irregularities such as protrusions or indentations;

1.5.

‘longitudinal median plane of the vehicle’ means the plane of symmetry of the vehicle or, if the vehicle is not symmetrical, the vertical longitudinal plane passing through the middle of the vehicle axles;

1.6.

‘inclination’ means the degree of the angular deviation in relation to a vertical plane.

2.

Technical requirements

2.1.

Vehicles shall be equipped with a space for mounting and fixing of rear registration plates.

2.1.1.

Motor vehicles of categories M and N shall in addition be equipped with a space for mounting and fixing of front registration plates.

2.1.2.

Vehicles of category O2, O3 and O4 shall be equipped with two separate spaces for mounting and fixing of rear registration plates (i.e. allowing for the optional identification of a towing vehicle where required by a national authority).

2.2.

Shape and dimensions of the space for mounting a registration plate

2.2.1.

The designated space for mounting shall comprise a rectangular area with the following minimum dimensions: either (‘wide plate’) width: 520 mm height: 120 mm or (‘tall plate’) width: 340 mm height: 240 mm.

2.3.

Mounting and fixing of front and rear registration plates.

2.3.1.

The space for mounting a front or rear registration plate shall comprise a flat or virtually flat rectangular surface.

2.3.1.1.

An adapter plate or bracket may form the basis of the space for mounting a registration plate when provided as standard equipment. It may be designed in such a way that it is affixed to the vehicle only in combination with a registration plate.

2.3.1.2.

The vehicle manufacturer may provide optional or alternative registration plate spaces on the vehicle provided that they also comply with the requirements.

2.3.2.

The surface to be covered by a front or rear registration plate may have holes or gaps; however those holes or gaps shall be no more than 75 mm in height without taking into account their width.

2.3.3.

The surface to be covered by a front or rear registration plate may have protrusions, provided that those protrusions do not project more than 5.0 mm from the nominal surface. Patches of very soft materials, such as foam or felt to stop the registration plate vibrating, shall not be taken into account.

2.3.4.

The space for mounting a front or rear registration plate shall be such that, with a test plate, as defined in point 3.4., being fixed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, the following requirements are met:

2.3.4.1.

Location of the space for mounting a front or rear registration plate:

2.3.4.1.1.

The space for mounting a registration plate at the front of the vehicle shall be such that the plate can be positioned entirely within the two parallel longitudinal vertical planes passing through the outer extremities of the vehicle, not taking into account any devices for indirect vision. The designated space itself shall not form the widest point of the vehicle.

2.3.4.1.2.

The space for mounting a registration plate at the rear of the vehicle shall be such that the plate can be positioned entirely within the two parallel longitudinal vertical planes passing through the outer extremities of the vehicle, not taking into account any devices for indirect vision. The designated space itself shall not form the widest point of the vehicle.

2.3.4.1.3.

Front and rear registration plates shall be perpendicular (± 5°) to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle, measured in the centre of the plate.

2.3.4.2.

Position of the front and rear plate in relation to the vertical transverse plane:

2.3.4.2.1.

The plate may be inclined to the vertical at not less than – 5° and not more than 30°, provided that the height of the upper edge of the plate is not more than 1 500 mm from the ground surface.

2.3.4.2.2.

The plate may be inclined to the vertical at not less than – 15° and not more than 5°, provided that the height of the upper edge of the plate is more than 1 500 mm from the ground surface.

2.3.4.3.

Height of the front and rear plate from the ground surface:

2.3.4.3.1.

The lower edge of the front plate shall not be less than 100 mm from the ground surface.

2.3.4.3.2.

The lower edge of the rear plate shall not be less than 200 mm from the ground surface.

2.3.4.3.3.

The height of the upper edge of the front and rear plate from the ground surface shall not exceed 1 500 mm.

2.3.4.3.3.1.

For special purpose vehicles, where it is not practicable to comply with the height provision for the front or rear registration plate space due to the construction of the vehicle, the maximum height may, by way of derogation from point 2.3.4.3.3., exceed 1 500 mm provided that it is as close to that limit as the constructional characteristics of the vehicle allow.

2.3.4.4.

Geometrical visibility:

2.3.4.4.1.

Front and rear plates shall be visible in the whole space within the following four planes: (a) the two vertical planes touching the two lateral edges of the plate and forming an angle measured outwards to the left and to the right of the plate of 30° to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle; (b) the plane touching the upper edge of the plate and forming an angle measured upwards of 15° to the horizontal; (c) the horizontal plane through the lower edge of the plate, in case the height of the upper edge of the plate from the ground surface does not exceed 1 500 mm; (d) the plane touching the lower edge of the plate and forming an angle measured downwards of 15° with the horizontal, in case the height of the upper edge of the plate from the ground surface exceeds 1 500 mm. The front plate shall be visible towards the front of the vehicle and the rear plate shall be visible towards the rear of the vehicle.

2.3.4.4.2.

No structural element, even when fully transparent, shall be located within the space described above.

2.3.4.5.

The gap between the edges of a mounted and fixed registration plate and the actual surface of the plate space shall not exceed 5.0 mm along the complete outline of the plate.

2.3.4.5.1.

This gap may be exceeded if measured at a hole or gap in the surface of patterned mesh or between the parallel bars in the surface of a grille.

2.3.5.

The actual position and shape of the mounted and fixed test plate as determined above, in particular its resulting radius of curvature, shall be taken into account for the purpose of rear registration plate lighting device requirements.

2.4.

Other requirements

2.4.1.

The presence of a registration plate shall not form the basis or part of the basis for attaching, mounting or clipping any other vehicle part, component or device onto it (e.g. lighting device supports may not be fixed onto a registration plate).

2.4.2.

No vehicle part, adaptor plate, component or device shall become loosened or detached as a result of removal of a registration plate.

2.4.3.

When a registration plate is fixed, its visibility shall not be reduced under normal conditions of use due, in particular, to vibrations and dynamic forces such as driving wind forces.

2.4.4.

It is not permitted to provide a registration plate mounting location which can easily pivot up and/or down beyond the angles laid down in points 2.3.4.2.1. and 2.3.4.2.2. in relation to the vehicle structure in normal driving conditions (i.e. with doors or access panels closed).

2.4.5.

Where it is declared by the vehicle manufacturer that a motor vehicle is suitable for towing loads (point 2.11.5. of the information document referred to in Article 24(1) of Regulation (EU) 2018/858) and any part of a suitable mechanical coupling device, whether fitted or not to the type of motor vehicle, could (partly) obscure the space for mounting and fixing the rear registration plate, the following shall apply: (a) the motor-vehicle’s user instructions (e.g. owner’s manual, vehicle handbook) shall clearly specify that installation of a mechanical coupling device that cannot be easily removed or repositioned is not permitted, (b) the instructions shall also clearly specify that, when fitted, a mechanical coupling device must always be removed or repositioned when it is not in use; and (c) in the case of vehicle system type-approval in accordance with UN Regulation No 55 (1), it shall be ensured that the removal, repositioning and/or alternate location provisions are also fully complied with as regards lighting installation and space for mounting and fixing the rear registration plate.

3.

Test procedure

3.1.

Determination of the vertical inclination and height of the registration test plate from the ground surface.

3.1.1.

The vehicle shall be placed on a smooth horizontal surface. The steered wheels shall be pointed in the straight-ahead position and the vehicle’s mass shall be adjusted to that of the mass in running order, but without the driver, before the measurements are made.

3.1.2.

Where the vehicle is equipped with hydro-pneumatic, hydraulic or pneumatic suspension or another device which can be adjusted in relation to load, it shall be tested with the suspension or device in the normal running condition, as specified by the manufacturer.

3.1.3.

Where the primary and visible side of the registration test plate is facing downwards, the inclination measurement shall be expressed as a negative (minus) angle.

3.2.

Projections shall be measured perpendicularly and directly towards the nominal surface to be covered by the registration plate.

3.3.

The gap between the edge of the mounted and fixed registration test plate and the surface shall be measured perpendicularly and directly towards the actual surface to be covered by the plate.

3.4.

The registration plate used for checking conformity shall have one of the two size as specified in point 2.2.1. and a thickness not exceeding 4.0 mm. The corners shall have a radius of 10 mm.

PART 3

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (VEHICLE SYSTEM)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (2) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to the registration plate spaces in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex III to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (2):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

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(1)  Regulation No 55 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE) — Uniform provisions concerning the approval of mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles (OJ L 153, 15.6.2018, p. 179).

(2)  Delete where not applicable.

ANNEX IV

WINDSCREEN WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS

PART 1

Section A

Information document for EU type-approval of motor vehicles with regard to their windscreen wiper and washer systems

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a motor vehicle with regard to its windscreen wiper and washer systems.

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

0.

0.1.

0.2.

0.2.1.

0.3.

0.3.1.

0.4.

0.5.

0.8.

0.9.

1.

1.1.

3.

3.2.

3.2.1.8.

3.2.5.

3.2.5.1.

3.2.5.2.

3.2.5.2.1.

3.2.5.2.2.

3.3.

3.3.1.1.

3.3.1.2.

3.3.2.

3.3.2.3.

3.4.

3.4.1.

3.4.2.

3.4.4.

3.4.4.5.

3.4.4.6.

4.

4.7.

9.

9.2.

9.4.

9.4.1.

9.5.

9.5.1.

9.5.1.1.

9.5.1.2.

9.5.1.3.

9.5.1.4.

9.5.1.5.

9.6.

9.6.1.

9.7.

9.7.1.

9.8.

9.8.2.

9.10.

9.10.3.

9.10.3.5.

9.10.3.5.1.

9.10.3.6.

9.10.3.6.1.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

Section B

Information document for EU type-approval of windscreen washer systems as separate technical units

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval as a separate technical unit of windscreen washer systems.

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

Where systems, components or separate technical units, referred to in this information document, have electronic controls, information concerning their performance shall be provided.

0.

0.1.

0.2.

0.3.

0.3.1.

0.4.

0.5.

0.7.

0.8.

0.9.

9.7.

9.7.1.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

PART 2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.

For the purposes of this Annex, the following definitions shall apply:

1.1.

‘wiper field’ means the area(s) on the windscreen which is wiped by the wiper blade(s) when the wiper system is operating under normal conditions;

1.2.

‘intermittent operation of the wiper system’ means an automatic non-continuous mode of operation of the wiper system, where after each full cycle there is a period during which the wipers are stationary in one specific designated halting position;

1.3.

‘washer control’ means the device by which the washer system is manually activated and deactivated;

1.4.

‘washer pump’ means a device for transferring fluid from the washer system storage reservoir to the outer face of the windscreen;

1.5.

‘nozzle’ means a device which serves to direct fluid onto the windscreen;

1.6.

‘fully primed system’ means a system which has been activated normally for a period of time and where fluid has been transferred through the pump, tubing and has exited the nozzle(s);

1.7.

‘cleaned area’ means the previously soiled area which does not have any traces of drops and remaining dirt after it has dried completely;

1.8.

‘vision area A’ means test area A as defined in paragraph 2.2. of Annex 21 to UN Regulation No 43 on uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles (1);

1.9.

‘vision area B’ means reduced test area B as defined in paragraph 2.4. of Annex 21 to UN Regulation No 43, without the exclusion of the area defined in paragraph 2.4.1. (i.e. vision area A is included);

1.10.

‘three-dimensional reference system’ means a reference grid as described in Annex 1 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3);

1.11.

‘vehicle master control switch’ means the device by which the vehicle's on-board electronics system is brought from being switched off, as is the case when a vehicle is parked without the driver being present, to normal operation mode.

2.

Technical requirements

2.1.

Windscreen wiper system.

2.1.1.

Every vehicle that is fitted with a windscreen shall be equipped with a windscreen wiper system which is able to function when the vehicle master control switch has been activated, without any action by the driver other than switching the operating control, needed for starting and stopping the windscreen wiper system, to the on position.

2.1.1.1.

The windscreen wiper system shall consist of one or more wiper arms which shall have wiper blades that are easily replaceable.

2.1.2.

The windscreen wiper field shall cover at least 98 % of vision area A.

2.1.3.

The windscreen wiper field shall cover at least 80 % of vision area B.

2.1.4.

The windscreen wiper field shall meet the requirements of point 2.1.2. and 2.1.3. when the system is operating at a sweep frequency corresponding to point 2.1.5.1. and shall be tested under the conditions as set out in points 3.1.10. to 3.1.10.3.

2.1.5.

The windscreen wiper system shall have at least two sweep frequency settings:

2.1.5.1.

One frequency of not less than 10 and not more than 55 cycles per minute.

2.1.5.2.

One frequency of not less than 45 complete cycles per minute.

2.1.5.3.

The difference between the highest and a lower sweep frequency setting shall be at least 15 cycles per minute.

2.1.5.4.

Intermittent operation of the windscreen wiper system may be used to comply with the requirements of points 2.1.5.1. to 2.1.5.3.

2.1.6.

The frequencies referred to in points 2.1.5. to 2.1.5.3. shall be tested under the conditions as set out in points 3.1.1. to 3.1.6. and 3.1.8.

2.1.7.

Where the windscreen wiper system is stopped as a result of switching the operating control to the off position, the wiper arm(s) and blade(s) shall return to their position of rest.

2.1.8.

The windscreen wiper system shall be capable of withstanding stalling for at least 15 seconds. The use of automatic circuit protection devices is allowed, provided that for possible resetting no action is required other than operation of the windscreen wiper operating control.

2.1.9.

The capability to withstand stalling of the windscreen wiper system referred to in point 2.1.8. shall be tested under the conditions as set out in point 3.1.7.

2.1.10.

Where the position of rest of the windscreen wiper arm(s) or blade(s) is not outside of vision area B, it shall be possible to manually displace the wiper arm(s) in such a manner that the wiper blade(s) can be lifted from its/their position on the windscreen to allow that the windscreen is manually cleaned.

2.1.11.

The windscreen wiper system shall be capable of operating for 120 seconds on a dry windscreen in an ambient temperature of – 18 °C, without degradation of performance.

2.1.12.

The performance of the windscreen wiper system at – 18 °C shall be tested under the conditions as set out in point 3.1.11.

2.1.13.

The windscreen wiper system shall continue to meet the requirements of point 2.1.2. without any degradation of efficiency, when it is operating at maximum frequency and when the vehicle is subjected to a relative air speed equal to 80 % of the vehicle’s maximum design speed or 160 km/h, whichever is lower. Vision area A of the windshield shall be prepared in accordance with points 3.1.8. and 3.1.9. The aerodynamic effects associated with the size and shape of the windscreen, wiper arm(s) and wiper blade(s) shall be verified under these conditions, also taking into account point 3.1.9.1. During the test, the wiper blade(s) shall remain in contact with the windscreen and complete lift-off shall not be permitted. The wiper blade(s) shall stay in full contact with the windscreen in the area as established in point 2.1.2. for each complete cycle and any partial lift-off during upwards as well as downwards stroke shall not be permitted.

2.2.

Windscreen washer system.

2.2.1.

Every vehicle that is fitted with a windscreen shall be fitted with a windscreen washer system which is able to function when the vehicle master control switch has been activated, and which is capable of withstanding the loads and pressures resulting when the nozzles are plugged and the system is actuated in accordance with the procedure set out in points 3.2.1.1. to 3.2.1.1.2.

2.2.2.

The performance of the windscreen washer system shall not be adversely affected by exposure to the temperature cycles in accordance with points 3.2.1. to 3.2.5.

2.2.3.

The windscreen washer system shall have the ability to spray fluid onto the target area of the windscreen, without any trace of leakage, disconnection of any tubing and malfunctioning of any nozzle, at normal conditions when subjected to ambient temperatures between – 18 °C and 80 °C. In addition, when the nozzles are blocked, the system shall also show no signs of leakage and disconnection of any tubing.

2.2.4.

The windscreen washer system shall be capable of delivering sufficient fluid to clear at least 60 % of vision area A, under the conditions as set out in points 3.2.6. to 3.2.6.4.

2.2.5.

The windscreen washer system shall be capable of being manually activated by means of the washer control. In addition, activation and deactivation of the system may also be coordinated and combined with any other vehicle system.

2.2.6.

The capacity of the reservoir containing the liquid shall be ≥ 1,0 litre.

3.

Test procedure

3.1.

Windscreen wiper system test conditions.

3.1.1.

The tests described below shall be carried out under the conditions as stated in points 3.1.2. to 3.1.5. unless specified otherwise.

3.1.2.

The ambient temperature shall be between 5 °C and 40 °C.

3.1.3.

The windscreen shall be kept constantly wet.

3.1.4.

In the case of an electric windscreen wiper system, the following additional conditions shall be met.

3.1.4.1.

All batteries shall be fully charged at the start of the test.

3.1.4.2.

The engine, if fitted, shall run at a speed not exceeding 30 % of the speed corresponding to its maximum power output. However, where this is proven not to be practicable due to specific engine control strategies, for instance in the case of electric hybrid vehicles, a realistic scenario taking into account the engine speeds, periodical absence or complete absence of a running engine during normal driving conditions, shall be determined. Where the windscreen wiper system can meet the requirements without a running engine, the engine does not have to run.

3.1.4.3.

The passing beam headlamps shall be switched on.

3.1.4.4.

All fitted heating, ventilation, defrosting and demisting systems (regardless of the location in the vehicle) shall be operating at maximum electrical consumption.

3.1.5.

Compressed air or vacuum operated windscreen wiper systems shall be able to function continuously at the prescribed sweep frequencies whatever the engine speed and engine load or minimum and maximum battery charge levels specified by the manufacturer for normal operation.

3.1.6.

The sweep frequencies of the windscreen wiper system shall comply with the requirements of points 2.1.5. to 2.1.5.3. after a preliminary operating time of 20 minutes on a wet windshield.

3.1.7.

The requirements of point 2.1.8. shall be considered to be satisfied when the wiper arms are restrained in a position corresponding to half a cycle, for a period of 15 seconds with the windscreen wiper control set at the maximum sweep frequency.

3.1.8.

The outer face of the windscreen shall be thoroughly degreased by means of methylated spirit or an equivalent degreasing agent. After drying, a solution of ammonia of not less than 3 % and not more than 10 % shall be applied. The surface shall be allowed to dry again and shall then be wiped with a dry cotton cloth.

3.1.9.

A coating of the test mixture, in accordance with the specifications as laid down in point 4., shall be applied uniformly to the outer surface of the windscreen and allowed to dry.

3.1.9.1.

Where the outer face of the windscreen has been prepared in accordance with points 3.1.8. and 3.1.9., the windscreen washer system may be used during the applicable tests.

3.1.10.

The wiper field of the windscreen wiper system, as referred to in point 2.1.4., shall be determined as follows.

3.1.10.1.

The outer face of the windscreen shall be treated in accordance with points 3.1.8. and 3.1.9.

3.1.10.2.

In order to verify that the requirements of points 2.1.2. and 2.1.3. are met, the windscreen wiper system shall be activated, taking into account point 3.1.9.1., and a trace of the wiper field shall be made and compared to a trace of the vision areas A and B.

3.1.10.3.

The technical service may agree to an alternative test procedure (e.g. virtual testing) to verify that the requirements of points 2.1.2. and 2.1.3.

3.1.11.

The requirements of point 2.1.11. shall be met at an ambient temperature of – 18 ± 3 °C at which the vehicle has been stored for minimum four hours. The vehicle shall be prepared to operate under the conditions set out in points 3.1.4. and 3.1.5. During the test, the wiper system shall be operating normally, but at the maximum sweep frequency. The wiper field does not have to be observed.

3.2.

Windscreen washer system test conditions.

3.2.1.

Test No. 1 The windscreen washer system shall be filled with water, fully primed, and placed in an ambient temperature of 20 ± 2 °C for a minimum of four hours. The water shall be stabilized at that temperature.

3.2.1.1.

All nozzle outlets shall be plugged at the location where the fluid exits those nozzles and the windscreen washer control shall be actuated six times in one minute, each time for at least three seconds.

3.2.1.1.1.

Where the windscreen washer system is powered by the muscular energy of the driver, the force applied shall be 11,0 to 13,5 daN in case of a hand operated pump. The force applied shall be 40,0 to 44,5 daN in case of a foot operated pump.

3.2.1.1.2.

In case of electric pumps, the test voltage shall not be less than the rated voltage and not more than the rated voltage plus 2 Volt.

3.2.1.2.

The performance of the windscreen washer system at the end of the test shall be in compliance with point 2.2.3.

3.2.2.

Test No. 2 The windscreen washer system shall be filled with water, fully primed, and placed in an ambient temperature of – 18 ± 3 °C for a minimum of four hours. The water does not have to be stabilized at this temperature.

3.2.2.1.

The windscreen washer control shall be actuated six times in one minute, each time for at least three seconds, in accordance with points 3.2.1.1.1. and 3.2.1.1.2. The system shall then be placed in an ambient temperature of 20 ± 2 °C until the ice has completely thawed. The water does not have to be stabilized at this temperature. The performance of the windscreen washer system shall then be verified by actuating the system in accordance with points 3.2.1.1. and 3.2.1.2.

3.2.3.

Test No. 3 Low temperature cycle exposure test

3.2.3.1.

The windscreen washer system shall be filled with water, fully primed, and placed in an ambient temperature of – 18 ± 3 °C for a minimum of four hours so that the total mass of the water in the washer system is frozen. The system shall then be placed in an ambient temperature of 20 ± 2 °C until the ice has completely thawed, but in any case no longer than four hours. This freeze/thaw cycle shall be repeated six times. Finally, when the windscreen washer system is placed in the ambient temperature of 20 ± 2 °C and the ice has completely thawed, although the water does not have to be stabilized at this temperature, the performance of the windscreen washer system shall be verified by actuating the system in accordance with points 3.2.1.1. and 3.2.1.2.

3.2.3.2.

The windscreen washer system shall be filled and fully primed with a low-temperature windscreen washer fluid consisting of a 50 % solution of methanol, or alternatively isopropyl alcohol, in water with a hardness not exceeding 205 mg/l (Ca). The system shall be placed in an ambient temperature of – 18 ± 3 °C for a minimum of four hours. The fluid does not have to be stabilized at this temperature. The performance of the windscreen washer system shall then be verified by actuating the system in accordance with points 3.2.1.1. and 3.2.1.2.

3.2.4.

Test No. 4 High temperature cycle exposure test

3.2.4.1.

If any part of the windscreen washer system is situated in the engine compartment, the system shall be filled with water, fully primed, and placed in an ambient temperature of 80 ± 3 °C for a minimum of eight hours. The water does not have to be stabilized at this temperature. The performance of the windscreen washer system shall then be verified by actuating the system in accordance with points 3.2.1.1. and 3.2.1.2.

3.2.4.2.

If no part of the windscreen washer system is situated in the engine compartment, the system shall be filled with water, fully primed, and placed in an ambient temperature of 80 ± 3 °C for a minimum of eight hours. The water does not have to be stabilized at this temperature. Subsequently, the system is placed in an ambient temperature of 20 ± 2 °C. When the temperature of the water has stabilized, the performance of the windscreen washer system shall be verified by actuating the system in accordance with points 3.2.1.1. and 3.2.1.2. After this, the system shall be filled with water, fully primed, and placed in an ambient temperature of 60 ± 3 °C for a minimum of eight hours. The water does not have to be stabilized at this temperature. The performance of the windscreen washer system shall then be verified by actuating the system in accordance with points 3.2.1.1. and 3.2.1.2. Alternatively, the manufacturer may request that the windscreen washer system is tested under the conditions set out in point 3.2.4.1.

3.2.5.

The windscreen washer tests as set out in points 3.2.1. to 3.2.4.2. shall be carried out in sequence on the same windscreen washer system. The system may be either tested as installed on the vehicle type for which EU type-approval is sought, or separately. In case EU type-approval is sought for a separate technical unit, the system shall be tested separately.

3.2.6.

Test No. 5 Windscreen washer system capability test

3.2.6.1.

The windscreen washer system shall be filled with water and fully primed. With the vehicle stationary and no significant wind effect, the nozzle(s) may be adjusted as to being pointed towards the target area on the outer face of the windscreen.

3.2.6.2.

The outer face of the windscreen shall be treated as set out in points 3.1.8. and 3.1.9.

3.2.6.3.

The windscreen washer system shall be actuated in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, taking into account points 3.2.1.1.1. and 3.2.1.1.2. The total duration of the test shall not exceed 10 complete cycles of automatic operation of the windscreen wiper system operating at the maximum sweep frequency.

3.2.6.4.

In order to verify that the requirements of point 2.2.4. are met, a trace of the relevant cleaned area shall be made and compared to a trace of vision area A. If it is obvious to the observer that the requirements are met, it is not required that the traces are prepared.

3.2.7.

The test as set out in points 3.2.6. to 3.2.6.4. shall always be performed on the vehicle type for which EU type-approval is sought, even in the case when an approved separate technical unit is installed on the vehicle.

4.

Specifications of the test mixture for testing the windscreen wiper and washer systems.

4.1.

The test mixture referred to in point 3.1.9. shall consist of the following:

4.1.1.

Water, with a hardness of less than 205 mg/l (Ca): 92,5 % by volume.

4.1.2.

Aqueous saturated salt (sodium chloride), solution: 5,0 % by volume.

4.1.3.

Dust, in accordance with the specifications of points 4.1.3.1. to 4.1.3.2.6. below: 2,5 % by volume.

4.1.3.1.

Specifications of the test dust analysis

4.1.3.1.1.

68 ± 1 % SiO2 by mass

4.1.3.1.2.

4 ± 1 % Fe2O3 by mass

4.1.3.1.3.

16 ± 1 % Al2O3 by mass

4.1.3.1.4.

3 ± 1 % CaO by mass

4.1.3.1.5.

1,0 ± 0,5 % MgO by mass

4.1.3.1.6.

4 ± 1 % Alkalis by mass

4.1.3.1.7.

2,5 ± 0,5 % Ignition loss by mass

4.1.3.2.

Specifications of the particle-size distribution in course-grade dust

4.1.3.2.1.

12 ± 2 % of 0 to 5 μm particle-size

4.1.3.2.2.

12 ± 3 % of 5 to 10 μm particle-size

4.1.3.2.3.

14 ± 3 % of 10 to 20 μm particle-size

4.1.3.2.4.

23 ± 3 % of 20 to 40 μm particle-size

4.1.3.2.5.

30 ± 3 % of 40 to 80 μm particle-size

4.1.3.2.6.

9 ± 3 % of 80 to 200 μm particle-size

PART 3

Section A

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (VEHICLE SYSTEM)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (2) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to the windscreen wiper and washer systems, in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex IV to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (2):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

Section B

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (SEPARATE TECHNICAL UNIT)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (3) of type-approval of a STU with regard to type of windscreen washer systems in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex IV to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (3):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model C in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model C in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

Section C

EU TYPE-APPROVAL MARK OF SEPARATE TECHNICAL UNIT

1.

The EU type-approval mark for separate technical units referred to in Article 38(2) of Regulation (EU) 2018/858 shall consist of the following:

1.1.

A rectangle surrounding the lower-case letter ‘e’, followed by the distinguishing number of the Member State which has granted the EU type-approval for the component or separate technical unit in accordance with the following: 1 for Germany 2 for France 3 for Italy 4 for the Netherlands 5 for Sweden 6 for Belgium 7 for Hungary 8 for the Czech Republic 9 for Spain     13 for Luxembourg 12 for Austria 17 for Finland 18 for Denmark 19 for Romania 20 for Poland 21 for Portugal 23 for Greece 24 for Ireland 25 for Croatia 26 for Slovenia 27 for Slovakia 29 for Estonia 32 for Latvia 34 for Bulgaria 36 for Lithuania 49 for Cyprus 50 for Malta

1.2.

In the vicinity of the rectangle, two digits indicating the series of amendments laying down the requirements with which this separate technical units complies, ‘00’ at present, followed by a space and the five-digit number referred to in point 2.4. of Annex IV of Regulation (EU) 2018/858.

2.

The EU type-approval mark of the separate technical units shall be indelible and clearly legible.

3.

An example of an EU separate technical unit type-approval mark is shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1

Example of EU separate technical unit type-approval mark

Explanatory note:

Legend

The EU separate technical unit type-approval was issued by the Netherlands under number 00406. The first two digits ‘00’ indicate that the separate technical unit was approved in accordance with this Regulation.

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(1)  Regulation No 43 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE) — Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety glazing materials and their installation on vehicles (OJ L 42, 12.2.2014, p. 1).

(2)  Delete where not applicable.

(3)  Delete where not applicable.

ANNEX V

WHEEL GUARDS

PART 1

Information document for EU type-approval of vehicles with regard to wheel guards

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a vehicle with regard to wheel guards.

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

0.

0.1.

0.2.

0.2.1.

0.3.

0.3.1.

0.4.

0.5.

0.8.

0.9.

1.

1.1.

1.3.

1.3.2.

1.3.3.

2.

2.3.

2.3.1.

2.3.2.

2.3.3.

2.3.4.

2.4.

2.4.1.

2.4.1.2.

2.4.1.3.

2.4.2.

2.4.2.2.

2.4.2.3.

2.6.

6.

6.2.1.

6.6.

6.6.1.

6.6.1.1.

6.6.1.1.1.

6.6.1.1.2.

etc.

6.6.4.

9.

9.16.

9.16.1.

9.16.2.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

PART 2

Technical specifications

1.

For the purposes of this Annex, the following definitions shall apply:

1.1.

‘tyre envelope’ means the maximum section width and outer-diameter of a tyre, including tolerances, as permitted and specified according to its component approval;

1.2.

‘snow traction device’ means a snow chain or other equivalent device providing traction in snow, which shall be able to be mounted onto the vehicle's tyre/wheel combination and which is not a snow tyre, winter tyre, all-season tyre or any other tyre by itself.

2.

Technical requirements

2.1.

General provisions

2.1.1.

The vehicle shall be provided with a wheel guard for each wheel.

2.1.2.

The wheel guard may consist of parts of the bodywork or separate mudguards and shall be so designed as to protect road users, as far as possible, against thrown-up stones, mud, ice, snow and water and to reduce the dangers due to contact with rotating wheels.

2.2.

Specific requirements

2.2.1.

The wheel guards shall meet the requirements from point 2.2.1.1. to 2.2.1.4. with the vehicle's mass adjusted to that of the manufacturer's declared mass in running order with one additional passenger on the first seating row, if applicable, and any steered wheels in the straight ahead position.

2.2.1.1.

In the part formed by radial planes at an angle of 30o towards the front and 50o towards the rear of the centre of the wheels (see Figure 1), the overall width (q) of the wheel guard shall be at least sufficient to cover the total tyre width (b) taking into account the tyre envelope as well as the extremes of the tyre/wheel combination(s) as specified by the manufacturer. In the case of twin wheels, the tyre envelopes and total width over the two tyres (t) shall be taken into account.

2.2.1.1.1.

For the purposes of determining the widths referred to in point 2.2.1.1., the labelling (marking) and decorations, protective bands or ribs on tyre walls shall not be taken into account.

2.2.1.2.

The rear of the wheel guard shall not terminate above a horizontal plane 150 mm above the axis of rotation of the wheels, furthermore:

2.2.1.2.1.

In case of single wheels, the intersection of the rear edge of the wheel guard with the horizontal plane as referred to in point 2.2.1.2. (see Figure 1, point A) shall lie outwards of the median longitudinal plane of the tyre.

2.2.1.2.2.

In the case of twin wheels, the intersection of the rear edge of the wheel guard with the horizontal plane as referred to in point 2.2.1.2. (see Figure 1, point A) at the outside wheel shall lie outwards of the median longitudinal plane of the outermost tyre.

2.2.1.3.

The contour and location of each wheel guard shall be such that they are as close to the tyres as possible. In particular within the part formed by the radial planes referred to in point 2.2.1.1., the following requirements shall be satisfied:

2.2.1.3.1.

The depth (p) of the recess situated in the vertical plane of the tyre axis, measured from the outward and inward edges of the wheel guard at the vertical longitudinal plane passing through the centre of the tyre inside the wheel guard, shall be at least 30 mm. That depth (p) may be reduced progressively to zero towards the radial planes specified in point 2.2.1.1.

2.2.1.3.2.

The distance (c) between the lower edges of the wheel guard and the axis passing through the centre of rotation of the wheels shall not exceed 2 × r, where the radius (r) is the static radius of the tyre.

2.2.1.4.

In the case of vehicles having an adjustable suspension height, the requirements in points 2.2.1.3.1. and 2.2.1.3.2. shall be met when the vehicle is in the normal running position as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

2.2.2.

The wheel guards may consist of several components, provided that no gaps exist between or within the individual parts when assembled.

2.2.3.

The wheel guards shall be firmly attached. However, it is allowed for them to be detachable either as a unit or in parts.

2.3.

Use of snow traction devices

2.3.1.

In the case of vehicles where only two wheels are driven, the manufacturer shall certify that the vehicle is so designed that at least one type of snow traction device can be used on at least one of the tyre and wheel combinations approved for the driven axle of the vehicle. The snow traction device and tyre/wheel combination(s) suitable for the vehicle type shall be specified by the manufacturer under item 6.6.4. of the information document.

2.3.2.

In the case of vehicles where all wheels are driven, including vehicles where drive axles can be disengaged either manually or automatically, the manufacturer shall certify that the vehicle is so designed that at least one type of snow traction device can be used on at least one of the tyre and wheel combinations approved for the driven axle, which cannot be disengaged, of the vehicle. The snow traction device and tyre/wheel combination(s) suitable for the vehicle type shall be specified by the manufacturer under item 6.6.4. of the information document.

2.3.3.

The vehicle manufacturer shall include relevant instructions regarding the correct use of the specified snow traction devices in the motor vehicle’s user instructions (e.g. owner’s manual, vehicle handbook).

Figure 1

Diagram of wheel guard

Explanatory note:

(1)

The tyre width (b) is determined at the top part of the tyre (tyre section width between the radial planes as referred to in point 2.2.1.1.).

PART 3

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (VEHICLE SYSTEM)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (1) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to the wheel guards in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex V to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (1):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

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(1)  Delete where not applicable.

ANNEX VI

WINDSCREEN DEFROSTING AND DEMISTING SYSTEMS

PART 1

Information document for EU type-approval of motor vehicles with regard to windscreen defrosting and demisting systems

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a motor vehicle with regard to windscreen defrosting and demisting systems.

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

0.

0.1.

0.2.

0.2.1.

0.3.

0.3.1

0.4.

0.5.

0.8.

0.9.

1.

1.1.

1.6.

1.8.

3.

3.1.

3.1.1.

3.2.

3.2.1.

3.2.1.1.

3.2.1.2.

3.2.1.3.

3.2.1.6.

3.2.1.8.

3.2.2.

3.2.2.1.

3.2.5.

3.2.5.1.

3.2.5.2.

3.2.5.2.1.

3.2.5.2.2.

3.2.7.

3.2.7.1.

3.2.7.2.

3.2.7.2.1.

3.2.7.2.2.

3.2.7.2.3.

3.2.7.2.3.1.

3.2.7.2.3.2.

3.2.7.2.4.

3.2.7.2.5.

3.2.7.3.

3.2.7.3.1.

3.2.7.3.2.

3.2.7.3.2.1.

3.2.7.3.2.2.

3.3.

3.3.1.

3.3.1.1.1.

3.3.1.2.

3.3.2.

3.3.2.1.

3.3.2.2.

3.3.2.3.

3.3.2.4.

3.4.

3.4.1.

3.4.2.

3.4.3.

3.4.3.1.

3.4.3.1.1.

3.4.3.1.2.

3.4.3.1.3.

3.4.4.

3.4.4.1.

3.4.4.2.

3.4.4.3.

3.4.4.4.

3.4.4.5.

3.4.4.6.

3.6.

3.6.1.

3.6.1.1.

3.6.1.2.

3.6.1.2.1.

3.6.1.2.2.

3.6.2.

3.6.3.

9.

9.1.

9.2.

9.3.

9.3.1.

9.4.

9.4.1.

9.4.2.

9.5.

9.5.1.

9.5.1.1.

9.5.1.2.

9.5.1.3.

9.5.1.4.

9.5.1.5.

9.6.

9.6.1.

9.7.

9.7.1.

9.8.

9.8.1.

9.8.2.

9.10.

9.10.1.

9.10.1.1.

9.10.1.3.

9.10.3.

9.10.3.1.

9.10.3.1.1.

9.10.3.5.

9.10.3.5.1.

9.10.3.6.

9.10.3.6.1.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

PART 2

Technical specifications

1.   For the purposes of this Annex, the following definitions shall apply:

1.1.

‘defrosted area’ means the area of the windscreen having a dry outside surface or an outside surface covered with melted or partially melted wet frost which can be removed by the vehicle's windscreen wiper system;

1.2.

‘mist’ means a film of condensate on the inside face of the glazed surface of the windscreen;

1.3.

‘demisted area’ means the area of the windscreen having a dry inside surface, without any drops or traces of water, after previously being covered by mist;

1.4.

‘vision area A’ means test area A as defined in paragraph 2.2. of Annex 21 to UN Regulation 43;

1.5.

‘vision area B’ means reduced test area B as defined in paragraph 2.4. of Annex 21 to UN Regulation 43, without the exclusion of the area defined in paragraph 2.4.1. (i.e. vision area A is included);

1.6.

‘vehicle master control switch’ means the device by which the vehicle's on-board electronics system is brought from being switched off, as is the case when a vehicle is parked without the driver being present, to normal operation mode;

2.   Technical requirements

2.1.   Windscreen defrosting

2.1.1.

Every vehicle that is fitted with a windscreen shall be equipped with a system for removing frost and ice from the exterior glazed surface of the windscreen. The windscreen defrosting system shall be effective enough to ensure adequate visibility through the windscreen in cold weather.

2.1.2.

The efficiency of the system shall be verified by determining the defrosted area of the windscreen periodically after starting, the vehicle having been kept in a cold chamber for a certain amount of time.

2.1.3.

The requirements of points 2.1.1. and 2.1.2. shall be checked using the method set out in point 3.1.

2.1.4.

The following requirements shall be satisfied:

2.1.4.1.

20 minutes after the start of the test period, vision area A shall be 80 % defrosted;

2.1.4.2.

25 minutes after the start of the test period, the defrosted area of the windscreen on the passenger side shall be comparable to the area referred to in point 2.1.4.1. for the driver’s side;

2.1.4.3.

40 minutes after the start of the test period, vision area B shall be 95 % defrosted.

2.2.   Windscreen demisting

2.2.1.

Every vehicle that is fitted with a windscreen shall be equipped with a system for removing mist from the interior glazed surface of the windscreen.

2.2.2.

The demisting system shall be effective enough to restore visibility through the windscreen in case it is fogged up with mist. Its efficiency shall be verified in accordance with the procedure described in point 3.2.

2.2.3.

The following requirements shall be satisfied:

2.2.3.1.

Vision area A shall be 90 % demisted in 10 minutes;

2.2.3.2.

Vision area B shall be 80 % demisted in 10 minutes.

3.   Test procedures

3.1.   Windscreen defrosting

3.1.1.

The test shall be carried out at a temperature of – 8 ± 2 °C or – 18 ± 3 °C, as selected by the manufacturer.

3.1.1.1.

The test shall be carried out in a cold chamber large enough to contain the complete vehicle and equipped to maintain one of the temperatures mentioned in point 3.1.1. in the chamber throughout the test and to circulate cold air. The cold chamber shall be maintained at or below the specified test temperature for not less than 24 hours before the start of the period during which the vehicle is exposed to cold.

3.1.2.

Before the test, the inner and outer surfaces of the windscreen shall be thoroughly degreased by means of methylated spirit or an equivalent degreasing agent. After drying, a solution of ammonia of not less than 3 % and not more than 10 % shall be applied. The surface shall be allowed to dry again and then be wiped with a dry cotton cloth.

3.1.3.

The vehicle shall be switched off and shall be kept at the test temperature for not less than 10 hours prior to commencement of the test.

3.1.3.1.

Where it is possible to check whether the vehicle's engine coolant and lubricant are stabilized at the test temperature, the period referred to in point 3.1.3. may be shortened.

3.1.4.

Following the exposure period prescribed in point 3.1.3., an even layer of ice of 0,044 g/cm2 shall be applied over the entire outside surface of the windscreen by means of a water spray gun working at 3,5 ± 0,2 bar operating pressure.

3.1.4.1.

The spray nozzle, adjusted to full fan pattern and maximum flow, shall be held perpendicular to and at a distance of between 200 and 250 mm from the glazed surface, and so directed as to form an even layer of ice right across the windscreen from one side to the other.

3.1.4.1.1.

A spray gun having a nozzle of 1,7 mm diameter and a liquid flow rate of 0,395 l/min, and capable of producing a fan pattern of 300 mm diameter on the glazed surface at a distance 200 mm from that surface, may be used to satisfy the requirements of point 3.1.5. Any other device by which the requirements can be satisfied shall also be permitted.

3.1.5.

After the ice has been formed on the windscreen, the vehicle shall be kept in the cold chamber for an additional period of not less than 30 minutes and not more than 40 minutes.

3.1.6.

After the period referred to in point 3.1.5. has elapsed, one or two observers shall enter the vehicle, subsequently the vehicle master operation control may be switched to the on position and any engine can be started, if necessary by some external means. The test period shall commence as soon as the vehicle master control switch has been activated.

3.1.6.1.

If the vehicle is fitted with an engine, the engine speeds may be adjusted in accordance with the manufacturer's specification recommended for warming up when starting in cold weather, during the first five minutes of the test period.

3.1.6.2.

During the final 35 minutes of the test period (or during the entire test period if the five-minute warming-up procedure is not followed) the following shall apply:

3.1.6.2.1.

The engine, if fitted, shall run at a speed not exceeding 50% of the speed corresponding to its maximum power output. However, if this is proven not to be practicable due to specific engine control strategies, for instance in the case of electric hybrid vehicles, a realistic worst case scenario shall be determined. The scenario shall take into account the engine speeds, periodical absence or complete absence of a running engine during normal driving conditions at an ambient temperature of – 8 °C or – 18 °C, whichever has been selected by the manufacturer as the designated test temperature. If the system can meet the defrosting requirements without a running engine, the engine does not have to run at all.

3.1.6.3.

All batteries shall be fully charged at the start of the test. However, high voltage batteries of vehicles with an electric powertrain shall be charged > 60 %.

3.1.6.4.

During the test, the voltage at the terminals of the defrosting device may be not more than 20 % above the nominal rating of the system.

3.1.6.5.

The temperature in the test chamber shall be measured at the level of the centre of the windscreen, at a point not significantly affected by heat from the vehicle under test.

3.1.6.6.

The horizontal component of the speed of the air cooling the chamber, measured immediately prior to the test, in the median plane of the vehicle at a point 300 mm forward of the base of the windscreen and at a level half-way between the base and the top of the windscreen, shall be as low as possible and in any event less than 8 km/h.

3.1.6.7.

If fitted, the engine bonnet, roof, all doors, windows and vents, except the intakes and outlets of the heating and ventilating system, shall be closed; one or two windows may be opened for a total vertical distance of 25 mm if the vehicle manufacturer so requests.

3.1.7.8.

The vehicle's defrosting system controls shall be set as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for the test temperature.

3.1.6.9.

The windscreen wipers may be used during the test, but this shall be done without any manual assistance apart from the operation of any controls in the interior of the vehicle.

3.1.7.

The observer(s) shall outline the defrosted area on the inside surface of the windscreen, at five-minute intervals from the start of the test period.

3.1.8.

On completion of the test, the pattern of the defrosted area outlined on the inner face of the windscreen as required by point 3.1.7. shall be noted and marked to identify windscreen vision areas A and B.

3.2.   Windscreen demisting

3.2.1.

Before the test, the inside and outer surfaces of the windscreen shall be thoroughly degreased by means of methylated spirit, or an equivalent degreasing agent. After drying, a solution of ammonia of not less than 3 % and not more than 10 % shall be applied. The surface shall be allowed to dry again and then be wiped with a dry cotton cloth.

3.2.2.

The test shall be carried out in an environmental chamber large enough to take the complete vehicle and capable of producing and maintaining a test temperature of – 3 ± 1 °C throughout the test period.

3.2.2.1.

The temperature in the test chamber shall be measured at the level of the centre of the windscreen, at a point not significantly affected by heat from the vehicle under test.

3.2.2.2.

The horizontal component of the speed of the air cooling the chamber, measured immediately prior to the test, in the median plane of the vehicle at a point 300 mm forward of the base of the windscreen and at a level half-way between the base and the top of the windscreen, shall be as low as possible and in any event less than 8 km/h.

3.2.2.3.

If fitted, the engine bonnet, roof, all doors, windows and vents, except the intakes and outlets of the heating and ventilation system, shall be closed; one or two windows may be opened from the beginning of the demisting test for a total vertical distance of 25 mm if the vehicle manufacturer so requests.

3.2.3.

The mist shall be produced by means of the steam generator described in point 4. The generator shall contain enough water to generate at least 70 ± 5 g/h of steam for each seating position designated by the manufacturer, in an ambient temperature of – 3 °C.

3.2.4.

The inside surface of the windscreen shall be cleaned as set out in point 3.2.1. once the vehicle is placed in the environmental chamber. The ambient air temperature shall then be lowered and stabilized at – 3 ± 1 °C. The vehicle shall be switched off and shall be kept at the test temperature for not less than 10 hours prior to commencement of the test. If it is possible to check whether the vehicle's engine coolant and lubricant are stabilized at the test temperature, that period may be shortened.

3.2.5.

The steam generator shall be placed with its outlets in the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle at a height of 580 ± 80 mm above the R-point or seating reference point of the driver’s seat (i.e. the design point defined by the vehicle manufacturer with respect to the three-dimensional reference system defined in point 1.10. in Part 2 of Annex IV). It shall normally be placed behind the front seats, however, where the design of the vehicle precludes this, the generator may be placed in the nearest convenient forward position to that mentioned above.

3.2.6.

After the generator has been operating for five minutes inside the vehicle, one or two observers shall quickly enter the vehicle, opening any access doors for a total duration not exceeding 8 seconds, and be seated on the front seating position(s), the output of the generator being then reduced by 70 ± 5 g/h for each observer.

3.2.7.

One minute after the observer(s) have entered the vehicle, the vehicle master operation control may be switched to the on position and any engine can be started, if necessary by some external means. The test period shall commence as soon as the vehicle master control switch has been activated.

3.2.7.1.

Where the vehicle is fitted with an engine, it shall run at a speed not exceeding 50% of the speed corresponding to its maximum power output. However, if this is proven not to be practicable due to specific engine control strategies, for instance in the case of electric hybrid vehicles, a realistic worst case scenario shall be determined. The scenario shall take into account the engine speeds, periodical absence or complete absence of a running engine during normal driving conditions at an ambient temperature of – 1 °C. If the system can meet the demisting requirements without a running engine, the engine does not have to run at all.

3.2.7.2.

The vehicle's demisting system controls shall be set as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for the test temperature.

3.2.7.3.

All batteries shall be fully charged at the start of the test. However, high voltage batteries of vehicles with an electric powertrain shall be charged > 60 %.

3.2.7.4.

The voltage at the terminals of the demisting device may be not more than 20 % above the nominal rating of the system.

3.2.8.

At the end of the test, the demist pattern shall be recorded, noted and marked to identify windscreen vision areas A and B.

4.   Characteristics of the steam generator.

4.1.

The steam generator used for the test shall have the following general characteristics:

4.1.1.

The water container shall have a capacity of at least 2,25 litres.

4.1.2.

The heat loss at boiling point shall not exceed 75 W in an ambient temperature of – 3 ± 1 °C.

4.1.3.

The fan shall have a capacity of 0,07 to 0,10 m3/min at 0,5 mbar static pressure.

4.1.4.

Six steam outlet holes shall be positioned at the top of the generator, around the perimeter spaced at equal distances (see Figure 1)

4.1.5.

The generator shall be calibrated at – 3 ± 1 °C to give reading for each 70 ± 5 g/h output up to a maximum of n times this figure, where n is the maximum number of seating positions designated by the manufacturer. Figure 1 Diagram of steam generator

4.2.

The specified parts shall have the following dimensional and material characteristics:

4.2.1.

Nozzle

4.2.1.1.

Dimensions:

4.2.1.1.1.

Length 100 mm.

4.2.1.1.2.

Inside diameter 15 mm.

4.2.1.2.

Material:

4.2.1.2.1.

Brass.

4.2.2.

Dispersion chamber

4.2.2.1.

Dimensions:

4.2.2.1.1.

Pipe outside diameter 75 mm.

4.2.2.1.2.

Wall thickness 0,38 mm.

4.2.2.1.3.

Length 115 mm.

4.2.2.1.4.

Six evenly spaced holes of 6,3 mm in diameter, 25 mm above the bottom of the dispersion chamber.

4.2.2.2.

Material:

4.2.2.2.1.

Brass.

PART 3

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (VEHICLE SYSTEM)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (1) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to the windscreen defrosting and demisting system in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex VI to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (1):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

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(1)  Delete where not applicable.

ANNEX VII

TOWING DEVICES

PART 1

Information document for EU type-approval of motor vehicles with regard to towing devices

MODEL

Information document No … relating to the EU type-approval of a motor vehicle with regard to towing devices.

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

0.

0.1.

0.2.

0.2.1.

0.3.

0.3.1.

0.4.

0.5.

0.8.

0.9.

1.

1.1.

2.

2.8.

2.11.5.

12.

12.3.

12.3.1.

12.3.2.

12.3.3.

Explanatory notes:

This information document is based on the template laid down in Annex I to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683 and shall be completed with the relevant information under the point numbers listed above as defined in that template.

PART 2

Technical specifications

1.   Technical requirements

1.1.   Minimum number of devices.

1.1.1.

All motor vehicles shall have a towing device fitted at the front.

1.1.2.

Vehicles in category M1, as defined in Part A of Annex I to Regulation (EU) 2018/858, except for those vehicles not suitable for towing any load, shall also be fitted with a towing device at the rear.

1.1.3.

A rear towing device may be substituted by a mechanical coupling device, as set out in UN Regulation No 55, provided that the requirements in point 1.2.1. are met.

1.2.   Load and stability

1.2.1.

Each towing device fitted to the vehicle shall be able to withstand a tractive and compressive static force equivalent to the force of gravity acting on at least half the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle.

2.   Test procedure

2.1.

Both tractive and compressive test loads shall be applied on each separate towing device fitted to the vehicle.

2.2.

The test loads shall be applied in horizontal longitudinal direction, in relation to the vehicle.

PART 3

EU TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE (VEHICLE SYSTEM)

Communication concerning granting / extension / refusal / withdrawal (1) of type-approval of a type of vehicle with regard to the towing devices in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex VII to Regulation (EU) 2021/535, as last amended by Regulation (EU) No …/…

Number of the EU type-approval certificate:

Reason for extension / refusal / withdrawal (1):

SECTION I

(To be completed in accordance with Section I of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

SECTION II

(To be completed in accordance with Section II of the template of Model B in Annex III to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/683)

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(1)  Delete where not applicable.