[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 4 (Friday, January 6, 2012)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 751-769]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2011-33682]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
49 CFR Part 571
[Docket No. NHTSA-2011-0185]
RIN 2127-AK89
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Matters Incorporated by
Reference
AGENCY: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
Department of Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; technical amendments.
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SUMMARY: This final rule updates and consolidates all of the references
to the many standards and practices that are incorporated by reference
into the Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSSs). Although this
part already contains a section regarding publications incorporated by
reference, the list in that section is incomplete and has not been
updated regularly. Instead, in many cases, materials have been
incorporated piecemeal into individual FMVSSs. This final rule moves
those scattered references into the centralized list so that it
contains all of the references. Additionally, this final rule removes
one obsolete FMVSS, No. 208a, as well as various obsolete provisions in
other FMVSSs. Those provisions are applicable to vehicles and equipment
manufactured before dates that have already passed and are no longer
needed in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
DATES: The effective date of this final rule is February 6, 2012,
except for the amendments to 49 CFR 571.108, which are effective
December 1, 2012. The incorporation by reference of certain
publications listed in the rule is approved by the Director of the
Federal Register as of February 6, 2012. The incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in 49 CFR 571.108 is approved by the
Director of the Federal Register as of December 1, 2012.
Petitions for reconsideration must be received by February 21,
2012.
ADDRESSES: Petitions for reconsideration must be submitted to:
Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: You may contact William H. Shakely of
the NHTSA Office of Chief Counsel, NCC-110, National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC
20590. Telephone: (202) 366-2992; Facsimile: (202) 366-3820.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
I. Discussion
Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Part 51, when NHTSA wishes to
incorporate the standards and practices of other standardizing bodies
into its FMVSSs, it may incorporate those materials by reference
instead of reproducing them verbatim in the FMVSS. It must, however,
obtain the approval of the Director of the Federal Register for each
such incorporation. This final rule updates and consolidates all of the
references to the many standards and practices that are incorporated by
reference into the FMVSSs in Part 571. Although this part already
contains a section devoted to materials incorporated by reference,
Sec. 571.5, Matter Incorporated by Reference, the list is incomplete
in that section and has not been updated regularly. Instead, in many
cases, materials have been incorporated piecemeal into individual
FMVSSs throughout Part 571.
This final rule moves those scattered references into the
centralized list and moves the individual ``incorporation by
reference'' paragraphs contained in some of the sections of Part 571
into Sec. 571.5 so that all of the incorporations appear in one
location in that part. Additionally, we are revising other paragraphs
in the sections of Part 571 in order to include citations to Sec.
571.5 when incorporated materials are referenced and to correct
grammatical errors. This rule does not substantively alter or remove
from Part 571 any of the existing incorporations by reference, except
for those publications that are only referenced in the obsolete
standard and provisions that, as discussed below, are being removed
from the CFR. However, this rule does make minor textual changes to the
citations to the publications incorporated by reference.
Specifically, this rule standardizes the format used to reference
the various materials incorporated by reference and makes minor
corrections to reflect the accurate titles of these materials.
Additionally this rule incorporates the most recently reapproved
versions of several ASTM International standards.\1\ These versions are
identical to the versions of the standards currently incorporated by
reference. This rule also amends the title of the American Association
of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) ``Geometric Gray Scale,''
referenced in FMVSS Nos. 209 and 213, to its current title, ``Gray
Scale for Evaluating Change in Color.'' \2\ These amendments do not
alter the substance of any of the sections of Part 571 nor do they
alter the requirements of the FMVSSs contained therein.
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\1\ These standards are ASTM E1337-90 and ASTM E1136-93. Various
reapproval years are cited in the FMVSSs in which these two
standards are referenced. Additionally, several FMVSSs inadvertently
omit the version designation in the citations to ASTM E1136-93. This
document incorporates by reference ASTM E1337-90 (Reapproved 2008),
and ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved 2003). When ASTM International
reapproves a standard, it merely renews the standard as is and makes
no revisions. These versions are identical to those currently
referenced in the various sections of Part 571.
\2\ Grades 1 through 5 on the scale, including No. 2, which is
the only grade referenced in the FMVSSs, have not been changed since
the scale was adopted in 1954. The only substantive change since
that time is the addition of half-grades (e.g., 1-2, 2-3). However,
this change does not alter the requirements of the FMVSSs that
incorporate the scale.
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In addition to consolidating the list of materials incorporated by
reference, this rule amends Sec. 571.5 to include updated language
regarding how the public may obtain copies of the incorporated
materials, including new procedures for
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retrieving materials from the National Archives and Records
Administration and a new format indicating the sections where
incorporated materials are referenced. Today's document also updates
the contact information for all sources of the incorporated materials,
including phone numbers and Web sites, where possible, to assist
members of the public in acquiring the incorporated materials.
As indicated in the DATES section above, the amendments to FMVSS
No. 108 (Sec. 571.108) are not effective until December 1, 2012. The
reason for this delay is that on December 4, 2007, NHTSA published a
final rule amending FMVSS No. 108 (72 FR 68234). The purpose of the
2007 rule was to reorganize the standard and provide a more
straightforward and logical presentation of the applicable regulatory
requirements. In response to several petitions for reconsideration, the
agency delayed the effective date of the 2007 rule until December 1,
2012 (73 FR 50730; 74 FR 58213). Accordingly, the technical amendments
made to the amended version of FMVSS No. 108 by today's final rule are
likewise not effective until December 1, 2012. Additionally, the agency
notes that the updated table of incorporated materials created by this
document in Sec. 571.5 only includes the publications referenced by
the amended version of FMVSS No. 108, and does not include all of the
publications cited in the version of the standard currently in effect.
However, this final rule does not substantively alter or remove any of
the references to the incorporated materials in the version of FMVSS
No. 108 currently in effect.
This final rule removes the text of one obsolete FMVSS, No. 208a
(571.208a). FMVSS No. 208a only applies to vehicles manufactured
between January 27, 2004, and August 31, 2004. Given the limited period
of applicability of this FMVSS and the fact that those dates are well
in the past, this standard is no longer needed in the text of the CFR.
This final rule also removes references to FMVSS No. 208a contained in
other FMVSSs.
Likewise, this final rule removes outdated provisions contained in
other FMVSSs. These provisions are applicable to vehicles and equipment
manufactured before dates that have already passed. Accordingly, like
FMVSS No. 208a, these provisions are no longer needed in the text of
the CFR.
Finally, this final rule makes two technical amendments to Part 571
to correct inaccurate references. First, the authority citation of Part
571 incorrectly cites 49 U.S.C. 30177. This section does not exist. The
correct citation is 49 U.S.C. 30117. Second, paragraph S7.2.1 of FMVSS
No. 202a incorrectly references paragraph S6.1 of that standard.
Paragraph S7.2.1 describes the calculation of annual vehicle production
for the purposes of the September 1, 2010, to September 1, 2011, phase-
in of the rear seat requirements of the new standard. However,
paragraph S7.2.1 references S6.1, which describes the percentage of
vehicles manufactured between September 1, 2009, and September 1, 2010,
that must comply with the new standard as opposed to the old standard.
The correct reference is paragraph S7.1, which describes the percentage
of vehicles manufactured between September 1, 2010, and September 1,
2011, that must comply with the rear seat requirements of the new
standard.
II. Rulemaking Analyses and Notices
Section 553 of the Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C. 553)
provides that when an agency, for good cause, finds that notice and
public procedure are impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the
public interest, the agency may issue a final rule without providing
notice and an opportunity for public comment (5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B)).
NHTSA has determined that there is good cause for making these
technical amendments final without notice and an opportunity for public
comment. These amendments consolidate the references to materials
currently incorporated by reference in the individual sections of Part
571 and correct the syntax of the references to these publications
within each section. The amendments also correct grammatical errors and
incorrect references in Part 571. Finally, the amendments delete the
text of one obsolete FMVSS as well as various obsolete provisions in
other sections of Part 571. The amendments do not alter the substance
of the amended sections nor do they alter the requirements of the
FMVSSs contained therein. Accordingly, notice and public comment are
unnecessary.
We are making the amendments effective 30 days after publication of
this document, with the exception of the amendments to FMVSS No. 108,
which are effective December 1, 2012. Given that the amendments do not
make any substantive changes, we find good cause for making the
amendments effective within this timeframe.
The agency has discussed the relevant requirements of Executive
Order 12866, Executive Order 13563, DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures, the National Environmental Policy Act, the Regulatory
Flexibility Act, Executive Order 13132 (Federalism), Executive Order
12988 (Civil Justice Reform), the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act, the
Paperwork Reduction Act, Executive Order 13045 (Protection of Children
from Environmental Health and Safety Risks), the National Technology
Transfer and Advancement Act, and Executive Order 13211 (Energy
Effects), as applicable, in the underlying substantive rules
establishing and amending the various sections of Part 571. Those
discussions are not affected by these amendments.
Regulatory Identifier Number (RIN)
The Department of Transportation assigns a regulation identifier
number (RIN) to each regulatory action listed in the Unified Agenda of
Federal Regulations. The Regulatory Information Service Center
publishes the Unified Agenda in April and October of each year. You may
use the RIN contained in the heading at the beginning of this document
to find this action in the Unified Agenda.
Privacy Act
Anyone is able to search the electronic form of all comments
received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual
submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf
of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review DOT's
complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on
April 11, 2000 (Volume 65, Number 70; Pages 19477-78) or you may visit
http://www.regulations.gov.
III. Regulatory Text
List of Subjects in 49 CFR Parts 571
Imports, Incorporation by reference, Motor vehicle safety,
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Tires.
In consideration of the foregoing, NHTSA amends 49 CFR Part 571 as
follows:
PART 571--FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS
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1. The authority citation for part 571 of Title 49 is amended by
revising the citation to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 322, 30111, 30115, 30117, and 30166;
delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.50.
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2. Revise Sec. 571.5 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.5 Matter incorporated by reference.
(a) Certain material is incorporated by reference into this part
with the approval of the Director of the Federal Register under 5
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To enforce any edition other than that
specified in this section,
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the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) must publish
notice of change in the Federal Register and the material must be
available to the public. All approved material is available for
inspection at NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590,
and at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this material at NHTSA, or if you
experience difficulty obtaining the standards referenced below, contact
NHTSA Office of Technical Information Services, phone number (202) 366-
2588. For information on the availability of this material at NARA,
call (202) 741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
(b) American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC),
1 Davis Dr., P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709. Web
site: http://www.aatcc.org.
(1) AATCC Test Method 30-1981, ``Fungicides, Evaluation on
Textiles: Mildew and Rot Resistance of Textiles,'' into Sec. 571.209.
(2) AATCC Gray Scale for Evaluating Change in Color into Sec. Sec.
571.209; 571.213.
(c) American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 1899 L St., NW.,
11th floor, Washington, DC 20036. Telephone: (202) 293-8020; Fax: (202)
293-9287; Web site: http://www.ansi.org. Copies of ANSI/RESNA Standard
WC/Vol.1-1998 Section 13 may also be obtained from Rehabilitation
Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA),
1700 North Moore St., Suite 1540, Arlington, VA 22209-1903. Telephone:
(703) 524-6686; Web site http://www.resna.org.
(1) ANSI Z26.1-1977, ``Safety Code for Safety Glazing Materials for
Glazing Motor Vehicles Operating on Land Highways,'' approved January
26, 1977, into Sec. 571.205(a).
(2) ANSI Z26.1a-1980, ``Safety Code for Safety Glazing Materials
for Glazing Motor Vehicles Operating on Land Highways,'' approved July
3, 1980, into Sec. 571.205(a).
(3) ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996, ``American National Standard for Safety
Glazing Materials for Glazing Motor Vehicles and Motor Vehicle
Equipment Operating on Land Highways-Safety Standard,'' approved August
11, 1997, into Sec. 571.205.
(4) ANSI/RESNA Standard WC/Vol. 1-1998, Section 13, ``Wheelchairs:
Determination of Coefficient of Friction of Test Surfaces,'' into Sec.
571.403.
(d) ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West
Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. Telephone: (610) 832-9500; Fax (610) 832-
9555; Web site: http://www.astm.org.
(1) 1985 Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol. 05.04, ``Test Methods
for Rating Motor, Diesel, Aviation Fuels, A2. Reference Materials and
Blending Accessories, (``ASTM Motor Fuels section''),'' A2.3.2, A2.3.3,
and A2.7, into Sec. Sec. 571.108; 571.205(a).
(2) ASTM B117-64, ``Standard Method of Salt Spray (Fog) Testing,''
revised 1964, into Sec. 571.125.
(3) ASTM B117-73 (Reapproved 1979), ``Standard Method of Salt Spray
(Fog) Testing,'' approved March 29, 1973, into Sec. Sec. 571.108;
571.209.
(4) ASTM B117-97, ``Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray
(Fog) Apparatus,'' approved April 10, 1997, into Sec. 571.403.
(5) ASTM B117-03, ``Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray
(Fog) Apparatus,'' approved October 1, 2003, into Sec. 571.106.
(6) ASTM B456-79, ``Standard Specification for Electrodeposited
Coatings of Copper Plus Nickel Plus Chromium and Nickel Plus
Chromium,'' approved January 26, 1979, into Sec. 571.209.
(7) ASTM B456-95, ``Standard Specification for Electrodeposited
Coatings of Copper Plus Nickel Plus Chromium and Nickel Plus
Chromium,'' approved October 10, 1995, into Sec. 571.403.
(8) ASTM C150-56, ``Standard Specification for Portland Cement,''
approved 1956, into Sec. 571.108.
(9) ASTM C150-77, ``Standard Specification for Portland Cement,''
approved February 26, 1977, into Sec. 571.108.
(10) ASTM D362-84, ``Standard Specification for Industrial Grade
Toluene,'' approved March 30, 1984, into Sec. Sec. 571.108;
571.205(a).
(11) ASTM D445-65, ``Standard Method of Test for Viscosity of
Transparent and Opaque Liquids (Kinematic and Dynamic Viscosities),''
approved August 31, 1965, into Sec. 571.116.
(12) ASTM D471-98, ``Standard Test Method for Rubber Property--
Effect of Liquids,'' approved November 10, 1998, into Sec. 571.106.
(13) ASTM D484-71, ``Standard Specification for Hydrocarbon
Drycleaning Solvents,'' effective September 15, 1971, into Sec.
571.301.
(14) ASTM D756-78, ``Standard Practice for Determination of Weight
and Shape Changes of Plastics under Accelerated Service Conditions,''
approved July 28, 1978, into Sec. 571.209.
(15) ASTM D1003-92, ``Standard Test Method for Haze and Luminous
Transmittance of Transparent Plastics,'' approved October 15, 1992,
into Sec. 571.108.
(16) ASTM D1121-67, ``Standard Method of Test for Reserve
Alkalinity of Engine Antifreezes and Antirusts,'' accepted June 12,
1967, into Sec. 571.116.
(17) ASTM D1123-59, ``Standard Method of Test for Water in
Concentrated Engine Antifreezes by the Iodine Reagent Method,'' revised
1959, into Sec. 571.116.
(18) ASTM D1193-70, ``Standard Specification for Reagent Water,''
effective October 2, 1970, into Sec. 571.116.
(19) ASTM D1415-68, ``Standard Method of Test for International
Hardness of Vulcanized Natural and Synthetic Rubbers,'' accepted
February 14, 1968, into Sec. 571.116.
(20) ASTM D2515-66, ``Standard Specification for Kinematic Glass
Viscometers,'' adopted 1966, into Sec. 571.116.
(21) ASTM D4329-99, ``Standard Practice for Fluorescent UV Exposure
of Plastics,'' approved January 10, 1999, into Sec. 571.106.
(22) ASTM D4956-90, ``Standard Specification for Retroreflective
Sheeting for Traffic Control,'' approved October 26, 1990, into Sec.
571.108.
(23) ASTM E1-68, ``Standard Specifications for ASTM Thermometers''
(including tentative revisions), accepted September 13, 1968, into
Sec. 571.116.
(24) ASTM E4-79, ``Standard Methods of Load Verification of Testing
Machines,'' approved June 11, 1979, into Sec. 571.209.
(25) ASTM E4-03, ``Standard Practices for Force Verification of
Testing Machines,'' approved August 10, 2003, into Sec. 571.106.
(26) ASTM E8-89, ``Standard Test Methods of Tension Testing of
Metallic Materials,'' approved May 15, 1989, into Sec. 571.221.
(27) ASTM E77-66, ``Standard Method for Inspection, Test, and
Standardization of Etched-Stem Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers,'' revised
1966, into Sec. 571.116.
(28) ASTM E274-65T, ``Tentative Method of Test for Skid Resistance
of Pavements Using a Two-Wheel Trailer,'' issued 1965, into Sec.
571.208.
(29) ASTM E274-70, ``Standard Method of Test for Skid Resistance of
Paved Surfaces Using a Full-Scale Tire,'' effective October 2, 1970,
into Sec. Sec. 571.105; 571.122.
(30) ASTM E298-68, ``Standard Methods for Assay of Organic
Peroxides,'' effective September 13, 1968, into Sec. 571.116.
(31) ASTM E308-66, ``Standard Practice for Spectrophotometry and
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Description of Color in CIE 1931 System,'' reapproved 1981, into Sec.
571.108.
(32) ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved 2003), ``Standard Specification for
a Radial Standard Reference Test Tire,'' approved March 15, 1993, into
Sec. Sec. 571.105; 571.121; 571.126; 571.135; 571.139; 571.500.
(33) ASTM E1337-90 (Reapproved 2008), ``Standard Test Method for
Determining Longitudinal Peak Braking Coefficient of Paved Surfaces
Using a Standard Reference Test Tire,'' approved June 1, 2008, into
Sec. Sec. 571.105; 571.121; 571.126; 571.135; 571.500.
(34) ASTM F1805-00, ``Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving
Traction in a Straight Line on Snow- and Ice-Covered Surfaces,''
approved November 10, 2000, into Sec. 571.139.
(35) ASTM G23-81, ``Standard Practice for Generating Light-Exposure
Apparatus (Carbon-Arc Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of
Nonmetallic Materials,'' approved March 26, 1981, into Sec. 571.209.
(36) ASTM G151-97, ``Standard Practice for Exposing Nonmetallic
Materials in Accelerated Test Devices that Use Laboratory Light
Sources,'' approved July 10, 1997, into Sec. 571.106.
(37) ASTM G154-00, ``Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent
Light Apparatus for UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials,'' approved
February 10, 2000, into Sec. 571.106.
(e) Department of Defense, DODSSP Standardization Document Order
Desk, 700 Robbins Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111-5098. Web site: http://dodssp.daps.dla.mil/.
(1) MIL-S-13192, ``Military Specification, Shoes, Men's, Dress,
Oxford,'' October 30, 1976, into Sec. 571.214.
(2) MIL-S-13192P, ``Military Specification, Shoes, Men's, Dress,
Oxford,'' 1988, including Amendment 1, October 14, 1994, into Sec.
571.208.
(3) MIL-S-21711E, ``Military Specification, Shoes, Women's,'' 3
December 1982, including Amendment 2, October 14, 1994, into Sec. Sec.
571.208; 571.214.
(f) General Services Administration (GSA), Superintendent of
Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
Telephone: (202) 512-1800; Web site: http://www.gsa.gov.
(1) GSA Federal Specification L-S-300, ``Sheeting and Tape,
Reflective; Nonexposed Lens, Adhesive Backing,'' September 7, 1965,
into Sec. 571.108.
(2) [Reserved]
(g) Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES), 120
Wall St., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005-4001. Telephone: (212) 248-
5000; Web site: http://www.iesna.org.
(1) IES LM 45, ``IES Approved Method for Electrical and Photometric
Measurements of General Service Incandescent Filament Lamps,'' approved
April 1980, into Sec. 571.108.
(2) [Reserved]
(h) International Commission on Illumination (CIE), CIE Central
Bureau, Kegelgasse 27, A-1030 Vienna, Austria. http://www.cie.co.at.
(1) CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram, developed 1931, into Sec.
571.108.
(2) [Reserved]
(i) National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease
Control (CDC), National Division for Health Statistics, Division of
Data Services, Hyattsville, MD 20782. Telephone: 1 (800) 232-4636. Web
site: http://www.cdc.gov/nchs.
(1) DHEW Publication No. (HRA) 76-1074, ``Weight, Height, and
Selected Body Dimensions of Adults: United States--1960-1962,'' first
published as Public Health Service Publication No. 1000 Series 11-No.
8, June 1965, into Sec. 571.3.
(2) [Reserved]
(j) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 1200
New Jersey Ave. SE., Washington, DC 20590. Web site: http://www.nhtsa.gov.
(1) Drawing Package, ``NHTSA Standard Seat Assembly; FMVSS No. 213,
No. NHTSA-213-2003,'' (consisting of drawings and a bill of materials),
June 3, 2003, into Sec. 571.213.
(2) Drawing Package, SAS-100-1000, Standard Seat Belt Assembly with
Addendum A, Seat Base Weldment (consisting of drawings and a bill of
materials), October 23, 1998, into Sec. 571.213.
(3) ``Parts List; Ejection Mitigation Headform Drawing Package,''
December 2010, into Sec. 571.226.
(4) ``Parts List and Drawings; Ejection Mitigation Headform Drawing
Package'' December 2010, into Sec. 571.226.
(k) SAE International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA
15096. Telephone: (724) 776-4841; Web site: http://www.sae.org.
(1) SAE Recommended Practice J100-1995, ``Class `A' Vehicle Glazing
Shade Bands,'' revised June 1995, into Sec. 571.205.
(2) SAE Recommended Practice J211a, ``Instrumentation for Impact
Tests,'' revised December 1971, into Sec. 571.222.
(3) SAE Recommended Practice J211, ``Instrumentation for Impact
Tests,'' revised June 1980, into Sec. Sec. 571.213; 571.218.
(4) SAE Recommended Practice J211/1 MAR95, ``Instrumentation for
Impact Test--Part 1--Electronic Instrumentation,'' revised March 1995,
into Sec. Sec. 571.202a; 571.208; 571.403.
(5) SAE Recommended Practice J211-1 DEC2003, ``Instrumentation for
Impact Test--Part 1--Electronic Instrumentation,'' revised December
2003, into Sec. Sec. 571.206; 571.209.
(6) SAE Recommended Practice J227a, ``Electric Vehicle Test
Procedure,'' revised February 1976, into Sec. Sec. 571.105; 571.135.
(7) SAE Standard J527a, ``Brazed Double Wall Low Carbon Steel
Tubing,'' revised May 1967, into Sec. 571.116.
(8) SAE Recommended Practice J567b, ``Bulb Sockets,'' revised April
1964, into Sec. 571.108.
(9) SAE Recommended Practice J573d, ``Lamp Bulbs and Sealed
Units,'' revised December 1968, into Sec. 571.108.
(10) SAE Recommended Practice J575-1983, ``Tests for Motor Vehicle
Lighting Devices and Components,'' revised July 1983, into Sec.
571.131.
(11) SAE Recommended Practice J578, ``Color Specification,''
revised May 1988, into Sec. 571.131.
(12) SAE Recommended Practice J578-1995, ``Color Specification,''
revised June 1995, into Sec. 571.403.
(13) SAE Recommended Practice J592 JUN92, ``Clearance, Side Marker,
and Identification Lamps,'' revised June 1992, into Sec. 571.121.
(14) SAE Recommended Practice J592e-1972, ``Clearance, Side Marker,
and Identification Lamps,'' revised July 1972, into Sec. 571.121.
(15) SAE Recommended Practice J602-1963, ``Headlamp Aiming Device
for Mechanically Aimable Sealed Beam Headlamp Units,'' reaffirmed
August 1963, into Sec. 571.108.
(16) SAE Recommended Practice J602-1980, ``Headlamp Aiming Device
for Mechanically Aimable Sealed Beam Headlamp Units,'' revised October
1980, into Sec. 571.108.
(17) SAE Recommended Practice J673a, ``Automotive Glazing,''
revised August 1967, into Sec. 571.205(a).
(18) SAE Recommended Practice J673, ``Automotive Safety Glasses,''
revised April 1993, into Sec. 571.205.
(19) SAE Recommended Practice J726 SEP79, ``Air Cleaner Test
Code,'' revised April 1979, into Sec. 571.209.
(20) SAE Recommended Practice J759 JAN95, ``Lighting Identification
Code,'' revised January 1995, into Sec. 571.121.
(21) SAE Standard J787b, ``Motor Vehicle Seat Belt Anchorage,''
revised September 1966, into Sec. 571.3.
(22) SAE Recommended Practice J800c, ``Motor Vehicle Seat Belt
Assembly Installations,'' revised November 1973, into Sec. 571.209.
(23) SAE Standard J826-1980, ``Devices for Use in Defining and
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Measuring Vehicle Seating Accommodation,'' revised April 1980, into
Sec. Sec. 571.208; 571.214.
(24) SAE Standard J826 MAY87, ``Devices for Use in Defining and
Measuring Vehicle Seating Accommodation,'' revised May 1987, into
Sec. Sec. 571.3; 571.210.
(25) SAE Standard J826-1992, ``Devices for Use in Defining and
Measuring Vehicle Seating Accommodation,'' revised June 1992, into
Sec. 571.225.
(26) SAE Standard J826 JUL95, ``Devices for Use in Defining and
Measuring Vehicle Seating Accommodation,'' revised July 1995, into
Sec. Sec. 571.10; 571.202; 571.202a; 571.216a.
(27) SAE Recommended Practice J839b, ``Passenger Car Side Door
Latch Systems,'' revised May 1965, into Sec. 571.201.
(28) SAE Recommended Practice J839-1991, ``Passenger Car Side Door
Latch Systems,'' revised June 1991, into Sec. 571.206.
(29) SAE Recommended Practice J902, ``Passenger Car Windshield
Defrosting Systems,'' revised August 1964, into Sec. 571.103.
(30) SAE Recommended Practice J902a, ``Passenger Car Windshield
Defrosting Systems,'' revised March 1967 (Editorial change June 1967),
into Sec. 571.103.
(31) SAE Recommended Practice J903a, ``Passenger Car Windshield
Wiper Systems,'' revised May 1966, into Sec. 571.104.
(32) SAE Recommended Practice J921, ``Instrument Panel Laboratory
Impact Test Procedure,'' approved June 1965, into Sec. 571.201.
(33) SAE Recommended Practice J941, ``Passenger Car Driver's Eye
Range,'' approved November 1965, into Sec. 571.104.
(34) SAE Recommended Practice J941b, ``Motor Vehicle Driver's Eye
Range,'' revised February 1969, into Sec. 571.108.
(35) SAE Recommended Practice J942, ``Passenger Car Windshield
Washer Systems,'' approved November 1965, into Sec. 571.104.
(36) SAE Recommended Practice J944 JUN80, ``Steering Control
System--Passenger Car--Laboratory Test Procedure,'' revised June 1980,
into Sec. 571.203.
(37) SAE Standard J964 OCT84, ``Test Procedure for Determining
Reflectivity of Rear View Mirrors,'' reaffirmed October 1984, into
Sec. 571.111.
(38) SAE Recommended Practice J972, ``Moving Rigid Barrier
Collision Tests,'' revised May 2000, into Sec. 571.105.
(39) SAE Recommended Practice J977, ``Instrumentation for
Laboratory Impact Tests,'' approved November 1966, into Sec. 571.201.
(40) SAE Recommended Practice J1100a, ``Motor Vehicle Dimensions,''
revised September 1975, into Sec. 571.3.
(41) SAE Recommended Practice J1100 JUN84, ``Motor Vehicle
Dimensions,'' revised June 1984, into Sec. Sec. 571.3; 571.210.
(42) SAE Recommended Practice J1100-1993, ``Motor Vehicle
Dimensions,'' revised June 1993, into Sec. 571.225.
(43) SAE Recommended Practice J1100, ``Motor Vehicle Dimensions,''
revised February 2001, into Sec. 571.3.
(44) SAE Recommended Practice J1133, ``School Bus Stop Arm,''
revised April 1984, into Sec. 571.131.
(45) SAE Standard J1703b, ``Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid,'' revised
July 1970, into Sec. 571.116.
(46) SAE Standard J1703 NOV83, ``Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid,''
revised November 1983, into Sec. 571.116.
(47) SAE RM-66-04, ``Compatibility Fluid,'' Appendix B to SAE
Standard J1703 JAN95, ``Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid,'' revised January
1995, into Sec. Sec. 571.106; 571.116.
(48) SAE Recommended Practice J2009, ``Discharge Forward Lighting
Systems,'' revised February 1993, into Sec. 571.108.
(49) SAE Aerospace-Automotive Drawing Standards, issued September
1963, into Sec. Sec. 571.104; 571.202.
(l) United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), United
Nations, Conference Services Division, Distribution and Sales Section,
Office C.115-1, Palais des Nations, CH-1211, Geneva 10, Switzerland.
Web site: www.unece.org/trans/main/wp29/wp29regs.html.
(1) UNECE Regulation 17 ``Uniform Provisions Concerning the
Approval of Vehicles with Regard to the Seats, their Anchorages and Any
Head Restraints'': ECE 17 Rev. 1/Add. 16/Rev. 4 (July 31, 2002), into
Sec. 571.202.
(2) UNECE Regulation 48 ``Uniform Provisions Concerning the
Approval of Vehicles With Regard to the Installation of Lighting and
Light-Signaling Devices,'' E/ECE/324-E/ECE/TRANS/505, Rev.1/Add.47/
Rev.1/Corr.2 (February 26, 1996), into Sec. 571.108.
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3. Section 571.103 is amended by revising S4.2 and the introductory
text of S4.3 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.103 Standard No. 103; Windshield defrosting and defogging
systems.
* * * * *
S4.2 Each passenger car windshield defrosting and defogging system
shall meet the requirements of section 3 of SAE Recommended Practice
J902 (1964) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) when tested in
accordance with S4.3, except that ``the critical area'' specified in
paragraph 3.1 of SAE Recommended Practice J902 (1964) shall be that
established as Area C in accordance with Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 104, ``Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems,'' and ``the entire
windshield'' specified in paragraph 3.3 of SAE Recommended Practice
J902 (1964) shall be that established as Area A in accordance with
Sec. 571.104.
S4.3 Demonstration procedure. The passenger car windshield
defrosting and defogging system shall be tested in accordance with the
portions of paragraphs 4.1 through 4.4.7 of SAE Recommended Practice
J902 (1964) or SAE Recommended Practice J902a (1967) (both incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5) applicable to that system, except that--
* * * * *
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4. Section 571.104 is amended:
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a. In S3 by revising the definitions of ``Daylight opening,'' ``Glazing
surface reference line,'' ``Overall width,'' paragraph (a) in the
definition of ``Plan view reference line,'' ``Shoulder room dimension''
and ``95 percent eye range contour;''
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b. By revising S4.1.1.4;
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c. By revising S4.1.2;
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d. By revising the first sentence of S4.1.2.1; and
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e. By revising S4.2.1 and S4.2.2.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.104 Standard No. 104; Windshield wiping and washing systems.
* * * * *
S3. Definitions. * * *
Daylight opening means the maximum unobstructed opening through the
glazing surface, as defined in paragraph 2.3.12 of section E, ``Ground
Vehicle Practice,'' of SAE Aerospace-Automotive Drawing Standards
(1963) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
Glazing surface reference line means the line resulting from the
intersection of the glazing surface and a horizontal plane 635
millimeters above the seating reference point, as shown in Figure 1 of
SAE Recommended Practice J903a (1966) (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5).
Overall width means the maximum overall body width dimension
``W116'', as defined in section E, ``Ground Vehicle Practice,'' of SAE
Aerospace-Automotive Drawing Standards (1963) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
Plan view reference line means--
(a) For vehicles with bench-type seats, a line parallel to the
vehicle longitudinal centerline outboard of the
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steering wheel centerline 0.15 times the difference between one-half of
the shoulder room dimension and the steering wheel centerline-to-car-
centerline dimension as shown in Figure 2 of SAE Recommended Practice
J903a (1966) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5); or
* * * * *
Shoulder room dimension means the front shoulder room dimension
``W3'' as defined in section E, ``Ground Vehicle Practice,'' of SAE
Aerospace-Automotive Drawing Standards (1963) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
95 percent eye range contour means the 95th percentile tangential
cutoff specified in SAE Recommended Practice J941 (1965) (incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S4.1.1.4 Compliance with subparagraphs S4.1.1.2 and S4.1.1.3 may be
demonstrated by testing under the conditions specified in sections
4.1.1 and 4.1.2 of SAE Recommended Practice J903a (1966) (incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
S4.1.2 Wiped area. When tested wet in accordance with SAE
Recommended Practice J903a (1966) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5), each passenger car windshield wiping system shall wipe the
percentage of Areas A, B, and C of the windshield (established in
accordance with S4.1.2.1) that (1) is specified in column 2 of the
applicable table following subparagraph S4.1.2.1 and (2) is within the
area bounded by a perimeter line on the glazing surface 25 millimeters
from the edge of the daylight opening.
S4.1.2.1 Areas A, B, and C shall be established as shown in Figures
1 and 2 of SAE Recommended Practice J903a (1966) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) using the angles specified in Columns 3
through 6 of Table I, II, III, or IV, as applicable.* * *
* * * * *
S4.2.1 Each passenger car shall have a windshield washing system
that meets the requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J942 (1965)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that the reference
to ``the effective wipe pattern defined in SAE J903, paragraph 3.1.2''
in paragraph 3.1 of SAE Recommended Practice J942 (1965) shall be
deleted and ``the areas established in accordance with subparagraph
S4.1.2.1 of Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 104'' shall be inserted
in lieu thereof.
S4.2.2 Each multipurpose passenger vehicle, truck, and bus shall
have a windshield washing system that meets the requirements of SAE
Recommended Practice J942 (1965) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5), except that the reference to ``the effective wipe pattern
defined in SAE J903, paragraph 3.1.2'' in paragraph 3.1 of SAE
Recommended Practice J942 (1965) shall be deleted and ``the pattern
designed by the manufacturer for the windshield wiping system on the
exterior surface of the windshield glazing'' shall be inserted in lieu
thereof.
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5. Section 571.105 is amended by revising the definition of ``skid
number'' in paragraph S4, and revising paragraphs S6.2.1, S6.9.2(a),
S6.9.2(b), and S7.19 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.105 Standard No. 105; Hydraulic and electric brake systems.
* * * * *
S4 * * *
Skid number means the frictional resistance of a pavement measured
in accordance with ASTM E274-70 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) at 40 mph, omitting water delivery as specified in paragraphs
7.1 and 7.2 of that method.
* * * * *
S6.2.1 The state of charge of the propulsion batteries is
determined in accordance with SAE Recommended Practice J227a (1976)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The applicable sections
of SAE J227a (1976) are 3.2.1 through 3.2.4, 3.3.1 through 3.3.2.2,
3.4.1 and 3.4.2, 4.2.1, 5.2, 5.2.1, and 5.3.
* * * * *
S6.9.2(a) For vehicles with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds, road
tests (excluding stability and control during braking tests) are
conducted on a 12-foot-wide, level roadway, having a peak friction
coefficient of 0.9 when measured using an ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved
2003) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), standard reference
test tire, in accordance with ASTM E1337-90 (Reapproved 2008)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), at a speed of 40 mph,
without water delivery. Burnish stops are conducted on any surface. The
parking brake test surface is clean, dry, smooth, Portland cement
concrete.
S6.9.2(b) For vehicles with a GVWR greater than 10,000 pounds,
stability and control during braking tests are conducted on a 500-foot-
radius curved roadway with a wet level surface having a peak friction
coefficient of 0.5 when measured on a straight or curved section of the
curved roadway using an ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved 2003) standard
reference tire, in accordance with ASTM E1337-90 (Reapproved 2008) at a
speed of 40 mph, with water delivery.
* * * * *
S7.19 Moving barrier test. (Only for vehicles that have been tested
according to S7.7.2.) Load the vehicle to GVWR, release parking brake,
and place the transmission selector control to engage the parking
mechanism. With a moving barrier as described in paragraph 4.3 of SAE
Recommended Practice J972 (2000) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5), impact the vehicle from the front at 2\1/2\ mph. Keep the
longitudinal axis of the barrier parallel with the longitudinal axis of
the vehicle. Repeat the test, impacting the vehicle from the rear.
Note: The vehicle used for this test need not be the same
vehicle that has been used for the braking tests.
* * * * *
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6. Section 571.106 is amended by:
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a. Revising S5.3.9;
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b. Revising S6.4;
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c. Revising in S6.7.1, paragraph (a);
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d. Removing the first of two paragraphs S6.9 (``End fitting corrosion
resistance test'');
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e. Revising in S6.10.2, paragraph (a);
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f. Revising S6.11;
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g. Revising in S8.9, the introductory text;
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h. Revising in S9.2.8, the first sentence;
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i. Revising in S10.7, paragraph (a) and;
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j. Revising in S12.7, paragraph (b).
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.106 Standard No. 106; Brake hoses.
* * * * *
S5.3.9 Brake fluid compatibility, constriction, and burst strength.
Except for brake hose assemblies designed for use with mineral or
petroleum-based brake fluids, a hydraulic brake hose assembly shall
meet the constriction requirement of S5.3.1 after having been subjected
to a temperature of 248 degrees Fahrenheit (120 degrees Celsius) for 70
hours while filled with SAE RM-66-04 ``Compatibility Fluid,'' as
described in Appendix B of SAE Standard J1703 JAN95 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5). It shall then withstand water pressure of
4,000 psi for 2 minutes and thereafter shall not rupture at less than
5,000 psi (S6.2 except all sizes of hose are tested at 5,000 psi).
* * * * *
S6.4 Tensile strength test. Utilize a tension testing machine
conforming to the requirements of ASTM E4-03 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) and provided with a recording device to
measure the force applied.
* * * * *
S6.7.1 Preparation. (a) Attach a hose assembly below a 1-pint
reservoir filled with 100 ml. of SAE RM-66-04
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Compatibility Fluid as shown in Figure 2.
* * * * *
S6.10.2 Preparation. (a) Connect one end of the hose assembly to
the pressure cycling machine and plug the other end of the hose. Fill
the pressure cycling machine and hose assembly with SAE RM-66-04
``Compatibility Fluid,'' as described in Appendix B of SAE Standard
J1703 JAN95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) and bleed all
gases from the system.
* * * * *
S6.11 End fitting corrosion test. Utilize the apparatus described
in ASTM B117-03 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S8.9 Tensile strength test. Utilize a tension testing machine
conforming to the requirements of ASTM E4-03 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) and provided with a recording device to
measure the force applied.
* * * * *
S9.2.8 Swell and adhesion. Following exposure to Reference Fuel B
(as described in ASTM D471-98 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5)), every inside diameter of any section of a vacuum brake hose
shall not be less than 75 percent of the nominal inside diameter of the
hose if for heavy duty, or 70 percent of the nominal inside diameter of
the hose if for light duty. * * *
* * * * *
S10.7 Swell and adhesion test. (a) Fill a specimen of vacuum brake
hose 12 inches long with ASTM Reference Fuel B as described in ASTM
D471-98 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S12.7 * * *
(b) Test standards. The testing is in accordance with ASTM G154-00,
ASTM G151-97, and ASTM D4329-99 (all incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
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7. Effective December 1, 2012, Sec. 571.108, as amended at 72 FR
68234, December 4, 2007, delayed at 73 FR 50730, August 28, 2008,
further delayed at 74 FR 58213, November 12, 2009, and further amended
at 76 FR 48009, August 8, 2011, is further amended by:
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a. Revising the definition of ``Color'' in S4;
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b. Revising S5;
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c. Removing S5.1;
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d. Removing S5.2;
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e. Revising S6.4.5;
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f. Revising S8.1.13;
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g. Revising S8.2.1.2;
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h. Revising S9.3.5;
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i. Revising S10.14.7.7;
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j. Revising S10.15.7.6
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k. Revising S10.18.7;
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l. Revising S10.18.7.2;
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m. Revising S12.6;
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n. Revising S14.2.1.6;
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o. Revising S14.2.1.6.1;
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p. Revising S14.2.1.6.2;
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q. Revising S14.2.5.7.3;
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r. Revising the introductory sentence of S14.4.2.2.4.1,;
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s. Revising S14.4.2.2.4.4;
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t. Revising S14.5.3.2;
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u. Revising S14.5.4.1,
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v. Revising S14.6.2.1.1(a);
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w. Revising S14.6.3.1;
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x. Revising S14.6.4.1.2;
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y. Revising S14.6.5.1.2;
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z. Revising S14.7.3.1.2; and
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aa. Revising S14.7.3.3.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.108 Standard No. 108; Lamps, reflective devices, and
associated equipment.
* * * * *
S4 * * *
Color Fundamental definitions of color are expressed by
Chromaticity Coordinates according to the CIE 1931 Standard
Colorimetric System, as described in the CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S5 References to SAE publications. Each required lamp, reflective
device, and item of associated equipment must be designed to conform to
the requirements of applicable SAE publications as referenced and
subreferenced in this standard. The words ``it is recommended that,''
``recommendations,'' or ``should be'' appearing in any SAE publication
referenced or subreferenced in this standard must be read as setting
forth mandatory requirements.
* * * * *
S6.4.5 School bus signal lamp aiming. Each school bus signal lamp
must be mounted on the vehicle with its aiming plane vertical and
normal to the vehicle longitudinal axis. Aim tolerance must be no more
than 5 in vertically and 10 in horizontally at 25 ft from the lamp. If
the lamps are aimed or inspected by use of SAE Recommended Practice
J602-1963 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), the graduation
settings for aim must be 2[deg] D and 0[deg] sideways for aiming and
the limits must be 3[deg] U to 7[deg] D and from 10[deg] R to 10[deg] L
for inspection.
* * * * *
S8.1.13 Alternative side reflex reflector material. Reflective
material conforming to GSA Federal Specification L-S-300 (incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5), may be used for side reflex reflectors
if this material as used on the vehicle, meets the performance
requirements of Table XVI-a.
* * * * *
S8.2.1.2 Retroreflective sheeting material. Retroreflective
sheeting must meet the requirements, except photometry, of ASTM D 4956-
90 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) for Type V Sheeting.
Sheeting of Grade DOT-C2 of no less than 50 mm wide, Grade DOT-C3 of no
less than 75 mm wide, or Grade DOT-C4 of no less than 100 mm wide may
be used.
* * * * *
S9.3.5 The minimum required illuminated area of the indicator must
be visible to any tangent on the 95th eyellipse as defined in SAE
Recommended Practice J941b (1969) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5), with the steering wheel turned to a straight ahead driving
position and in the design location for an adjustable wheel or column.
* * * * *
S10.14.7.7 Each integral beam headlamp capable of being
mechanically aimed by externally applied headlamp aiming devices
specified in SAE Recommended Practice J602-1980 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), must be designed to conform to the
performance requirements of the torque deflection test of S14.6.
* * * * *
S10.15.7.6 Each replaceable bulb headlamp capable of being
mechanically aimed by externally applied headlamp aiming devices
specified in SAE Recommended Practice J602-1980 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), must be designed to conform to the
performance requirements of the torque deflection test of S14.6.
* * * * *
S10.18.7 External aiming. Each headlighting system that is capable
of being mechanically aimed by externally applied headlamp aiming
devices must be mechanically aimable using the equipment specified in
SAE Recommended Practice J602-1980 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5), without the removal of any ornamental trim rings, covers,
wipers or other vehicle parts.
* * * * *
S10.18.7.2 Nonadjustable headlamp aiming device locating plates.
Each headlamp may be designed to use the nonadjustable Headlamp Aiming
Device
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Locating Plate for the 100 x 165 mm unit, the 142 x 200 mm unit, the
146 mm diameter unit, or the 178 mm diameter unit of SAE Recommended
Practice J602-1980 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), or the
92 x 150 mm Type F unit, and incorporate lens-mounted aiming pads as
specified for those units pursuant to Appendix C of part 564 of this
chapter. If so designed, no additional lens marking is necessary to
designate the type of plate or dimensions.
* * * * *
S12.6 As an alternative to complying with the requirements of S12.1
through S12.5, a vehicle with headlamps incorporating VHAD or visual/
optical aiming in accordance with this standard may meet the
requirements for Concealable lamps in paragraph 5.14 of UNECE
Regulation 48 page 17 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), in
the English language version.
* * * * *
S14.2.1.6 Bulbs. Except for a lamp having a sealed-in bulb, a lamp
must meet the applicable requirements of this standard when tested with
a bulb whose filament is positioned within .010 in of the
nominal design position specified in SAE Recommended Practice J573d
(1968) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) or specified by the
bulb manufacturer and operated at the bulb's rated mean spherical
candela.
S14.2.1.6.1 Each lamp designed to use a type of bulb that has not
been assigned a mean spherical candela rating by its manufacturer and
is not listed in SAE Recommended Practice J573d (1968) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), must meet the applicable requirements of
this standard when used with any bulb of the type specified by the lamp
manufacturer, operated at the bulb's design voltage. A lamp that
contains a sealed-in bulb must meet these requirements with the bulb
operated at the bulb's design voltage.
S14.2.1.6.2 A bulb that is not listed in SAE Recommended Practice
J573d (1968) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) is not
required to use a socket that conforms to the requirements of SAE
Recommended Practice J567b (1964) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5).
* * * * *
S14.2.5.7.3 The color response of the photometer must be corrected
to that of the 1931 CIE Standard Observer (2-degree) Photopic Response
Curve, as shown in the CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S14.4.2.2.4.1 After completion of the outdoor exposure test the
haze and loss of surface luster as measured by ASTM D1003-92
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) must not be greater than:
* * * * *
S14.4.2.2.4.4 After completion of the outdoor exposure test all
materials, when compared with the unexposed control samples, must not
have their luminous transmittance changed by more than 25% when tested
in accordance with ASTM E308-66 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) using CIE Illuminant A (2856K).
* * * * *
S14.5.3.2 Procedure. The sample device with any drain hole closed
must be mounted in its normal operating position, at least 6 in from
the wall in a cubical box with inside measurements of 3 ft on each side
containing 10 lb of fine powered cement in accordance with ASTM C150-56
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). At intervals of 15
minutes during a test period of 5 hours, the dust must be agitated by
compressed air or fan blower by projecting blasts of air for a 2 second
period in a downward direction into the dust in such a way that the
dust is completely and uniformly diffused throughout the entire cube
and allowed to settle. After the completion of the dust test the
exterior surface of the device must be cleaned.
* * * * *
S14.5.4.1 Procedure. The sample device must be subjected to a salt
spray (fog) test in accordance with the latest version of ASTM B117-73
(Reapproved 1979) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), for a
period of 50 hours, consisting of two periods of 24 hour exposure
followed by a 1 hr drying time.
* * * * *
S14.6.2.1.1 * * *
(a) ASTM Reference Fuel C, which is composed of Isooctane 50%
volume and Toluene 50% volume. Isooctane must conform to A2.7 in the
ASTM Motor Fuels section (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5),
and Toluene must conform to ASTM D362-84 (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5). ASTM Reference Fuel C must be used as specified in:
Paragraph A2.3.2 and A2.3.3 of the ASTM Motor Fuels section
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5); and OSHA Standard 29 CFR
1910.106--Handling Storage and Use of Flammable Combustible Liquids;
* * * * *
S14.6.3.1 Procedure. A sample headlamp, mounted on a headlamp test
fixture in designed operating position and including all accessory
equipment necessary to operate in its normal manner, is subjected to a
salt spray (fog) test in accordance with ASTM B117-73 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), for 50 total hours, consisting of two
periods of 24 hours exposure followed by a 1 hour drying period. If a
portion of the device is completely protected in service, that portion
is covered to prevent salt fog entry during exposure. After removal
from the salt spray and the final 1 hour drying period the sample
headlamp is examined for corrosion that affects any other applicable
tests contained in S14.6. If such corrosion is found, the affected
test(s) must be performed on the corrosion sample and the results
recorded.
* * * * *
S14.6.4.1.2 The headlamp, with connector attached to the terminals,
unfixtured and in its designed operating attitude with all drain holes,
breathing devices or other designed openings in their normal operating
positions, is subjected to a salt spray (fog) test in accordance with
ASTM B117-73 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), for 240
hours, consisting of ten successive 24-hour periods.
* * * * *
S14.6.5.1.2 The box contains 4.5 kg of fine powdered cement which
conforms to the ASTM C150-77 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). Every 15 minutes, the cement is agitated by compressed air or
fan blower(s) by projecting blasts of air for a two-second period in a
downward direction so that the cement is diffused as uniformly as
possible throughout the entire box.
* * * * *
S14.7.3.1.2 Discharge source. For a light source using excited gas
mixtures as a filament or discharge arc, seasoning of the light source
system, including any ballast required for its operation, is made in
accordance with section 4.0 of SAE Recommended Practice J2009 (1993)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S14.7.3.3 Luminous flux measurement. The measurement of luminous
flux is made in accordance with IES LM 45 (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
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8. Section 571.111 is amended by revising the first sentence of S11 to
read as follows:
Sec. 571.111 Standard No. 111; Rearview mirrors.
* * * * *
S11. Mirror Construction. The average reflectance of any mirror
required by this standard shall be determined in
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accordance with SAE Standard J964 OCT84 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5). * * *
* * * * *
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9. Section 571.116 is amended by:
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a. Revising the first sentence of S6.2.1;
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b. Revising S6.2.3(b);
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c. Revising the first sentence of S6.3.2(a);
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d. Revising the first sentence of S6.3.2(d);
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e. Revising the first sentence of S6.3.3(a);
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f. Revising the fourth sentence of S6.3.3(b);
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g. Revising the second sentence of S6.3.6(a);
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h. Revising the first sentence of S6.4.2;
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i. Revising S6.5.4.1;
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j. Revising the first sentence of S6.6.3(a);
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k. Revising S6.10.2(e);
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l. Revising the second sentence of S6.11.3(a);
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m. Revising S6.11.3(b);
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n. Revising the first sentence of S6.13.2;
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o. Revising the first sentence of S6.13.3(b);
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p. Revising S7.1;
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q. Revising the first two sentences of S7.2;
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r. Revising S7.4.1(b); and
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s. Revising the second sentence (after the table) of S7.6.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.116 Standard No. 116; Motor vehicle brake fluids.
* * * * *
S6.2.1. Summary of procedure. A 350 ml. sample of the brake fluid
is humidified under controlled conditions; 350 ml. of SAE triethylene
glycol monomethyl ether, brake fluid grade, referee material (TEGME) as
described in appendix E of SAE Standard J1703 NOV83 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), is used to establish the end point for
humidification. * * *
* * * * *
S6.2.3 * * *
(b) SAE TEGME referee material (see Appendix E of SAE Standard
J1703 NOV83 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)).
* * * * *
S6.3.2 Apparatus.
(a) Viscometers. Calibrated glass capillary-type viscometers, ASTM
D2515-66 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), measuring
viscosity within the precision limits of S6.4.7. * * *
* * * * *
(d) Thermometers. Liquid-in-Glass Kinematic Viscosity Test
Thermometers, covering the range of test temperatures indicated in
Table IV and conforming to ASTM E1-68 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5), and in the IP requirements for IP Standard Thermometers.
* * *
* * * * *
S6.3.3 Standardization.
(a) Viscometers. Use viscometers calibrated in accordance with
appendix 1 of ASTM D445-65 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). * * *
(b) Thermometers. * * * (See ASTM E77-66 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5)).
* * * * *
S6.3.6 Calculation. (a) * * * To calculate C at test temperatures
other than the calibration temperature for these viscometers, see ASTM
D2515-66 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) or follow
instructions given on the manufacturer's certificate of calibration.
* * * * *
S6.4.2 Apparatus. The pH assembly consists of the pH meter, glass
electrode, and calomel electrode, as specified in Appendices A1.1,
A1.2, and A1.3 of ASTM D1121-67 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). * * *
* * * * *
S6.5.4.1 Materials. SAE RM-66-04 Compatibility Fluid as described
in appendix B of SAE Standard J1703 JAN95 (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S6.6.3 Materials. (a) Corrosion test strips. Two sets of strips
from each of the metals listed in Appendix C of SAE Standard J1703b
(1970) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). * * *
* * * * *
S6.10.2 * * *
(e) SAE RM-66-04 Compatibility Fluid. As described in appendix B of
SAE Standard J1703 JAN95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S6.11.3 * * *
(a) Benzoyl peroxide, reagent grade, 96 percent. * * * Reagent
strength may be evaluated by ASTM E298-68 (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5).
(b) Corrosion test strips. Two sets of cast iron and aluminum metal
test strips as described in appendix C of SAE Standard J1703b (1970)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S6.13.2 Apparatus and equipment.
Either the drum and shoe type of stroking apparatus (see Figure 1
of SAE Standard J1703b (1970) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5)), except using only three sets of drum and shoe assemblies, or
the stroking fixture type apparatus as shown in Figure 2 of SAE
Standard J1703 NOV83 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) with
the components arranged as shown in Figure 1 of SAE Standard J1703
NOV83. * * *
* * * * *
S6.13.3 Materials.
* * * * *
(b) Steel tubing. Double wall steel tubing meeting SAE Standard
J527a (1967) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). * * *
* * * * *
S7.1 Distilled water. Nonreferee reagent water as specified in ASTM
D1193-70 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) or water of equal
purity.
S7.2 Water content of motor vehicle brake fluids. Use analytical
methods based on ASTM D1123-59 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) for determining the water content of brake fluids, or other
methods of analysis yielding comparable results. To be acceptable for
use, such other method must measure the weight of water added to
samples of the SAE RM-66-04 (see Appendix A of SAE Standard J1703 NOV83
(incorporated by reference in Sec. 571.5)) and TEGME Compatibility
Fluids (see Appendix B of SAE Standard J1703 JAN95 (incorporated by
reference in Sec. 571.5)) within 15 percent of the water
added for additions up to 0.8 percent by weight, and within 5 percent of the water added for additions greater than 0.8
percent by weight. * * *
* * * * *
S7.4.1 * * *
(b) Hardness tester. A hardness tester meeting the requirements for
the standard instrument as described in ASTM D1415-68 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) and graduated directly in IRHD units.
* * * * *
S7.6 * * *
Compounding, vulcanization, physical properties, size of the
finished cups, and other details shall be as specified in appendix B of
SAE Standard J1703b (1970) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). * * *
* * * * *
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10. Section 571.121 is amended by revising S5.2.3.3(b)(1) and S6.1.7 to
read:
Sec. 571.121 Standard No. 121; Air brake systems.
* * * * *
S5.2.3.3 * * *
(b)(1) The lamp shall be designed to conform to the performance
requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J592 JUN92 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), or SAE Recommended Practice J592e (1972)
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(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), for combination,
clearance, and side marker lamps, which are marked with a ``PC'' or
``P2'' on the lens or housing, in accordance with SAE Recommended
Practice J759 JAN95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S6.1.7 Unless otherwise specified, stopping tests are conducted on
a 12-foot wide level, straight roadway having a peak friction
coefficient of 0.9. For road tests in S5.3, the vehicle is aligned in
the center of the roadway at the beginning of a stop. Peak friction
coefficient is measured using an ASTM E1136 standard reference test
tire (see ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved 2003) (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5)) in accordance with ASTM Method E1337-90 (Reapproved
2008) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), at a speed of 40
mph, without water delivery for the surface with PFC of 0.9, and with
water delivery for the surface with PFC of 0.5.
* * * * *
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11. Section 571.122 is amended by revising the definition of ``Skid
number'' in S4 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.122 Standard No. 122; Motorcycle brake systems.
* * * * *
S4 * * *
Skid number means the frictional resistance of a pavement measured
in accordance with ASTM E274-70 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) at 40 mph, omitting water delivery as specified in paragraphs
7.1 and 7.2 of that method.
* * * * *
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12. Section 571.125 is amended by revising S6.1.1(d) to read as
follows:
Sec. 571.125 Standard No. 125; Warning devices.
* * * * *
S6.1.1 * * *
(d) Salt spray (fog) test in accordance with ASTM B117-64
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that the test
shall be for 4 hours rather than 40 hours; and
* * * * *
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13. Section 571.126 is amended by revising S3, removing S3.1 and S3.2,
and revising S6.2.2 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.126 Standard No. 126; Electronic stability control systems.
* * * * *
S3 Application. This standard applies to passenger cars,
multipurpose passenger vehicles, trucks, and buses with a gross vehicle
weight rating of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds) or less, according to
the phase-in schedule specified in S8 of this standard.
* * * * *
S6.2.2 The road test surface must produce a peak friction
coefficient (PFC) of 0.9 when measured using an ASTM E1136-93
(Reapproved 2003) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) standard
reference test tire, in accordance with ASTM E1337-90 (Reapproved 2008)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) at a speed of 64.4 km/h
(40 mph), without water delivery.
* * * * *
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14. Section 571.131 is amended by revising S6.2.1 and revising S6.2.3
to read as follows:
Sec. 571.131 Standard No. 131; School bus pedestrian safety devices.
* * * * *
S6.2.1 Color. The procedure shall be done in accordance with SAE
Recommended Practice J578-1988 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). When visually compared to the light emitted from a filter/
source with a combination of chromaticity coordinates as explained in
SAE Recommended Practice J578-1988 within specific boundaries [y=0.33
(yellow boundary) and y=0.98--x(purple boundary)] the color of light
emitted from the test object shall not be less saturated (paler),
yellower, or purpler. The test object shall be placed perpendicular to
the light source to simulate lamps on stop signal arms. In making
visual comparisons, the light from the test object shall light one
portion of a comparison field and the light from the filter/source
standard shall light an adjacent area. To make a valid visual
comparison, the two fields to be viewed shall be of near equal
luminance.
* * * * *
S6.2.3 Vibration, Moisture, Dust, Corrosion, Photometry, and
Warpage Tests. The procedure shall be done in accordance with SAE
Recommended Practice J575-1983 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) and SAE Recommended Practice J1133 (1984) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5). Lamps and lighting components shall meet
the criteria for vibration, moisture, dust, corrosion, photometry, and
warpage in SAE Recommended Practice J575-1983 and SAE Recommended
Practice J1133 (1984) under the test conditions specified herein.
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15. Section 571.135 is amended by revising S6.2.1 and S6.3.11.1 to read
as follows:
Sec. 571.135 Standard No. 135; Light vehicle brake systems.
* * * * *
S6.2.1. Pavement friction. Unless otherwise specified, the road
test surface produces a peak friction coefficient (PFC) of 0.9 when
measured using an ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved 2003) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) standard reference test tire, in accordance
with ASTM E1337-90 (Reapproved 2008) (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5), at a speed of 64.4 km/h (40 mph), without water delivery.
* * * * *
S6.3.11.1 The state of charge of the propulsion batteries is
determined in accordance with SAE Recommended Practice J227a (1976)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The applicable sections
of J227a (1976) are 3.2.1 through 3.2.4, 3.3.1 through 3.3.2.2, 3.4.1
and 3.4.2, 4.2.1, 5.2, 5.2.1 and 5.3.
* * * * *
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16. Section 571.139 is amended by revising S2, removing S2.1 and S2.2,
and revising the definition of ``Snow tire'' in S3 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.139 Standard No. 139; New pneumatic radial tires for light
vehicles.
* * * * *
S2 Application. This standard applies to new pneumatic radial tires
for use on motor vehicles (other than motorcycles and low speed
vehicles) that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000
pounds or less and that were manufactured after 1975. This standard
does not apply to special tires (ST) for trailers in highway service,
tires for use on farm implements (FI) in agricultural service with
intermittent highway use, tires with rim diameters of 8 inches and
below, or T-type temporary use spare tires with radial construction.
S3 * * *
Snow tire means a tire that attains a traction index equal to or
greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E1136-93 (Reapproved 2003)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) Standard Reference Test
Tire when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F1805-00
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), and that is marked with
an Alpine Symbol specified in S5.5(i) on at least one sidewall.
* * * * *
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17. Section 571.201 is amended by revising the introductory sentence of
S5.1.2, the introductory sentence of S5.2.2, and S5.3.1 to read as
follows:
Sec. 571.201 Standard No. 201; Occupant protection in interior
impact.
* * * * *
S5.1.2 Demonstration procedures. Tests shall be performed as
described in SAE Recommended Practice J921 (1965) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5),
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using the specified instrumentation or instrumentation that meets the
performance requirements specified in SAE Recommended Practice J977
(1966) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that:
* * * * *
S5.2.2 Demonstration procedures. Tests shall be performed as
described in SAE Recommended Practice J921 (1965) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), using the specified instrumentation or
instrumentation that meets the performance requirements specified in
SAE Recommended Practice J977 (1966) (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5), except that:
* * * * *
S5.3.1 Demonstration procedures.
(a) Subject the interior compartment door latch system to an
inertia load of 10g in a horizontal transverse direction and an inertia
load of 10g in a vertical direction in accordance with the procedure
described in section 5 of SAE Recommended Practice J839b (1965)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), or an approved
equivalent.
(b) Impact the vehicle perpendicularly into a fixed collision
barrier at a forward longitudinal velocity of 48 kilometers per hour.
(c) Subject the interior compartment door latch system to a
horizontal inertia load of 30g in a longitudinal direction in
accordance with the procedure described in section 5 of SAE Recommended
Practice J839b (1965) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), or
an approved equivalent.
* * * * *
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18. Section 571.202 is amended by revising the definition of ``Height''
in S3, removing and reserving S4.3, revising S4.4(a), revising
S5.1(a)(3), revising S5.1(a)(4), and revising S5.2(a) to read as
follows:
Sec. 571.202 Standard No. 202; Head restraints; Applicable at the
manufacturer's option until September 1, 2009.
* * * * *
S3 * * *
Height means, when used in reference to a head restraint, the
distance from the H-point, measured parallel to the torso reference
line defined by the three dimensional SAE Standard J826 JUL95
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) manikin, to a plane normal
to the torso reference line.
* * * * *
S4.4 * * *
(a) The head restraint must comply with Paragraphs 5.1.1, 5.1.3,
5.3.1, 5.5 through 5.13, 6.1.1, 6.1.3, and 6.4 through 6.8 of the
English language version of the UNECE Regulation 17 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S5.1 * * *
(a) * * *
(3) Position the SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) two-dimensional manikin's back against the
flat surface specified in S5.1(a)(1) of this section, alongside the
dummy with the H-point of the manikin aligned with the H-point of the
dummy.
(4) Establish the torso line of the manikin as defined in SAE
Aerospace-Automotive Drawing Standards (1963) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), sec. 2.3.6, P.E1.01.
* * * * *
S5.2 * * *
(a) Place a test device, having the back plan dimensions and torso
line (centerline of the head room probe in full back position), of the
three dimensional SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5) manikin, at the manufacturer's recommended design
seated position.
* * * * *
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19. Section 571.202a is amended by:
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a. Revising S2;
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b. Removing S2.1;
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c. Removing S2.2;
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d. Revising the definitions of ``Head Restraint Measurement Device
(HRMD)'' and ``Height'' in S3;
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e. Revising S5;
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f. Revising S5.1;
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g. Revising S5.1.1;
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h. Revising S5.2;
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i. Revising the introductory text of S5.2.1;
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j. Revising S5.2.2;
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k. Revising S5.2.5(b);
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l. Revising S5.2.7(a)(3);
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m. Revising the first sentence of S5.3.4;
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n. Revising S5.3.8;
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o. Revising S5.3.9;
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p. Revising S5.3.10;
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q. Revising S5.4(b)(2);
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r. Revising S5.4(b)(4); and
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s. Revising S7.2.1.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.202a Standard No. 202a; Head restraints; Mandatory
applicability begins on September 1, 2009.
* * * * *
S2 Application. This standard applies to passenger cars, and to
multipurpose passenger vehicles, trucks and buses with a GVWR of 4,536
kg or less, manufactured on or after September 1, 2009. However, the
standard's requirements for rear head restraints do not apply to
vehicles manufactured before September 1, 2010, and, for vehicles
manufactured between September 1, 2010 and August 31, 2011, the
requirements for rear head restraints apply only to the extent provided
in S7. Until September 1, 2009, manufacturers may comply with the
standard in this Sec. 571.202a, with the standard in Sec. 571.202, or
with the European regulations referenced in S4.3(a) of Sec. 571.202.
For vehicles manufactured on or after September 1, 2009 and before
September 1, 2010, manufacturers may comply with the standard in Sec.
571.202 or with the European regulations referenced in S4.3(a) of Sec.
571.202, instead of the standard in this Sec. 571.202a, only to the
extent consistent with the phase-in specified in this Sec. 571.202a.
S3 * * *
Head restraint measurement device (HRMD) means the three
dimensional SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5) manikin with a head form attached, representing the head
position of a seated 50th percentile male, with sliding scale at the
back of the head for the purpose of measuring backset. The head form is
designed by and available from the ICBC, 151 West Esplanade, North
Vancouver, BC V7M 3H9, Canada (www.icbc.com).
Height means, when used in reference to a head restraint, the
distance from the H-point, measured parallel to the torso reference
line defined by the three dimensional SAE Standard J826 JUL95
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) manikin, to a plane normal
to the torso reference line.
* * * * *
S5. Procedures. Demonstrate compliance with S4.2 through S4.4 of
this section with any adjustable lumbar support adjusted to its most
posterior nominal design position. If the seat cushion adjusts
independently of the seat back, position the seat cushion such that the
highest H-point position is achieved with respect to the seat back, as
measured by SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5) manikin, with leg length specified in S10.4.2.1 of Sec.
571.208 of this part. If the specified position of the H-point can be
achieved with a range of seat cushion inclination angles, adjust the
seat inclination such that the most forward part of the seat cushion is
at its lowest position with respect to the most rearward part. All
tests specified by this standard are conducted with the ambient
temperature between 18 degrees C. and 28 degrees C.
S5.1 Except as specified in S5.2.3 and S5.3 of this section, if the
seat back is adjustable, it is set at an initial inclination position
closest to the manufacturer's design seat back angle,
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as measured by SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5) manikin. If there is more than one inclination position
closest to the design angle, set the seat back inclination to the
position closest to and rearward of the design angle.
S5.1.1 Procedure for determining presence of head restraints in
rear outboard seats. Measure the height of the top of a rear seat back
or the top of any independently adjustable seat component attached to
or adjacent to the rear seat back in its highest position of adjustment
using the scale incorporated into the SAE Standard J826 JUL95
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) manikin or an equivalent
scale, which is positioned laterally within 15 mm of the centerline of
the rear seat back or any independently adjustable seat component
attached to or adjacent to the rear seat back.
S5.2 Dimensional and static performance procedures. Demonstrate
compliance with S4.2 of this section in accordance with S5.2.1 through
S5.2.7 of this section. Position the SAE Standard J826 JUL95
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) manikin according to the
seating procedure found in SAE Standard J826 JUL95.
S5.2.1 Procedure for height measurement. Demonstrate compliance
with S4.2.1 of this section in accordance with S5.2.1 (a) and (b) of
this section, using the headroom probe scale incorporated into the SAE
Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
manikin with the appropriate offset for the H-point position or an
equivalent scale, which is positioned laterally within 15 mm of the
head restraint centerline. If the head restraint position is
independent of the seat back inclination position, compliance is
determined at a seat back inclination position closest to the design
seat back angle, and each seat back inclination position less than the
design seat back angle.
* * * * *
S5.2.2 Procedure for width measurement. Demonstrate compliance with
S4.2.2 of this section using calipers to measure the maximum dimension
perpendicular to the vehicle vertical longitudinal plane of the
intersection of the head restraint with a plane that is normal to the
torso reference line of SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) manikin and 65 3 mm below the
top of the head restraint.
* * * * *
S5.2.5 * * *
(b) Instrument the impactor with an acceleration sensing device
whose output is recorded in a data channel that conforms to the
requirements for a 600 Hz channel class as specified in SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The
axis of the acceleration-sensing device coincides with the geometric
center of the head form and the direction of impact.
* * * * *
S5.2.7 * * *
(a) * * *
(3) In the seat, place a test device having the back pan dimensions
and torso reference line (vertical center line), when viewed laterally,
with the head room probe in the full back position, of the three
dimensional SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5) manikin;
* * * * *
S5.3.4 Seat Adjustment. At each outboard designated seating
position, if the seat back is adjustable, it is set at an initial
inclination position closest to 25 degrees from the vertical, as
measured by SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5) manikin. * * *
* * * * *
S5.3.8 Accelerate the dynamic test platform to 17.3
0.6 km/h. All of the points on the acceleration vs. time curve fall
within the corridor described in Figure 1 and Table 1 when filtered to
channel class 60, as specified in the SAE Recommended Practice J211/1
MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). Measure the maximum
posterior angular displacement.
S5.3.9 Calculate the angular displacement from the output of
instrumentation placed in the torso and head of the test dummy and an
algorithm capable of determining the relative angular displacement to
within one degree and conforming to the requirements of a 600 Hz
channel class, as specified in SAE Recommended Practice J211/1 MAR95
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). No data generated after
200 ms from the beginning of the forward acceleration are used in
determining angular displacement of the head with respect to the torso.
S5.3.10 Calculate the HIC15 from the output of
instrumentation placed in the head of the test dummy, using the
equation in S4.3.1(b) of this section and conforming to the
requirements for a 1000 Hz channel class as specified in SAE
Recommended Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). No data generated after 200 ms from the beginning of the
forward acceleration are used in determining HIC.
* * * * *
S5.4 * * *
(b) * * *
(2) Strike a line on the head restraint. Measure the angle or range
of angles of the head restraint reference line as projected onto a
vertical longitudinal vehicle plane. Alternatively, measure the torso
reference line angle with the SAE Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) manikin;
* * * * *
(4) Determine the minimum change in the head restraint reference
line angle as projected onto a vertical longitudinal vehicle plane from
the angle or range of angles measured in 5.4(b)(2). Alternatively,
determine the change in the torso reference line angle with the SAE
Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
manikin.
* * * * *
S7.2.1 For the purpose of calculating average annual production of
vehicles for each manufacturer and the number of vehicles manufactured
by each manufacturer under S7.1, a vehicle produced by more than one
manufacturer shall be attributed to a single manufacturer as follows,
subject to S7.2.2.
* * * * *
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20. Section 571.203 is amended by revising the introductory text of
S5.1, revising S5.1(a), and removing and reserving S5.1(b) to read as
follows:
Sec. 571.203 Standard No. 203; Impact protection for the driver from
the steering control system.
* * * * *
S5.1 Except as provided in this paragraph, the steering control
system of any vehicle to which this standard applies shall be impacted
in accordance with S5.1(a).
(a) When the steering control system is impacted by a body block in
accordance with SAE Recommended Practice J944 JUN80 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), at a relative velocity of 24 km/h, the
impact force developed on the chest of the body block transmitted to
the steering control system shall not exceed 11,120 N, except for
intervals whose cumulative duration is not more than 3 milliseconds.
* * * * *
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21. Section 571.205 is amended by removing S3, redesignating S3.1 as
S3, removing S3.2, revising S5.1, revising S5.1.1, revising S5.1.3,
revising S5.2, and revising S5.3.1 to read as follows:
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Sec. 571.205 Standard No. 205, Glazing materials.
* * * * *
S5.1 Glazing materials for use in motor vehicles must conform to
ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5),
unless this standard provides otherwise. SAE Recommended Practice J673
(1993) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) is referenced in
ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996.
S5.1.1 Multipurpose passenger vehicles. Except as otherwise
specifically provided by this standard, glazing for use in multipurpose
passenger vehicles shall conform to the requirements for glazing for
use in trucks as specified in ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S5.1.3 Location of arrow within ``AS'' markings. In ANSI/SAE Z26.1-
1996 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) Section 7. ``Marking
of Safety Glazing Materials,'' on page 33, in the right column, in the
first complete sentence, the example markings ``AS[darr]1'',
``AS[darr]14'' and ``AS[uarr]2'' are corrected to read ``A[darr]S1'',
``A[darr]S14'' and ``A[uarr]S2''. Note that the arrow indicating the
portion of the material that complies with Test 2 is placed with its
base adjacent to a horizontal line.
S5.2 Each of the test specimens described in ANSI/SAE Z26.1-1996
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) Section 5.7 (fracture
test) must meet the fracture test requirements of that section when
tested in accordance with the test procedure set forth in that section.
* * * * *
S5.3.1 Shade bands for windshields shall comply with SAE
Recommended Practice J100 (1995) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5).
* * * * *
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22. Section 571.205(a) is amended by revising:
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a. The first sentence of S5.1.1;
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b. The introductory text of S5.1.1.1;
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c. S5.1.1.1(d);
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d. The introductory text of S5.1.1.2;
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e. The introductory text of S5.1.1.3;
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f. The introductory sentence of S5.1.1.4;
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g. S5.1.1.5, S5.1.1.6, S5.1.1.7, and S5.1.2;
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h. The first sentence of S5.1.2.1;
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i. The introductory text of S5.1.2.2
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j. The introductory text of S5.1.2.3;
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k. The introductory sentence of S5.1.2.11, S5.2;
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l. The first sentence of S6.1; and
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m. S6.2 and S6.4.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.205(a) Glazing equipment manufactured before September 1,
2006 and glazing materials used in vehicles manufactured before
November 1, 2006.
* * * * *
S5.1.1 Glazing materials for use in motor vehicles, except as
otherwise provided in this standard shall conform to ANSI Z26.1-1977,
as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5). * * *
* * * * *
S5.1.1.1 The chemicals specified for testing chemical resistance in
Tests Nos. 19 and 20 of ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980
(both incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) shall be:
* * * * *
(d) Gasoline, ASTM Reference Fuel C, which is composed of Isooctane
50 volume percentage and Toluene 50 volume percentage. Isooctane must
conform to A2.7 in the ASTM Motor Fuels section (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), and Toluene must conform to ASTM D362-84
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), Standard Specification
for Industrial Grade Toluene. ASTM Reference Fuel C must be used as
specified in:
(1) Paragraph A2.3.2 and A2.3.3 in the ASTM Motor Fuels section
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5); and
(2) OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.106--``Handling Storage and Use of
Flammable Combustible Liquids.''
S5.1.1.2 The following locations are added to the lists specified
in ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5) in which item 4, item 5, item 8, and
item 9 safety glazing may be used:
* * * * *
S5.1.1.3 The following locations are added to the lists specified
in ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5) in which item 6 and item 7 safety
glazing may be used:
* * * * *
S5.1.1.4 The following locations are added to the lists specified
in ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5) in which item 8 and item 9 safety
glazing may be used:
* * * * *
S5.1.1.5 The phrase ``readily removable'' windows as defined in
ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), for the purposes of this standard, in
buses having a GVWR of more than 4536 kilograms (10,000 pounds), shall
include pushout windows and windows mounted in emergency exits that can
be manually pushed out of their location in the vehicle without the use
of tools, regardless of whether such windows remain hinged at one side
to the vehicle.
S5.1.1.6 Multipurpose passenger vehicles. Except as otherwise
specifically provided by this standard, glazing for use in multipurpose
passenger vehicles shall conform to the requirements for glazing for
use in trucks as specified in ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI
Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
S5.1.1.7 Test No. 17 is deleted from the list of tests specified in
ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) for Item 5 glazing material and Test No. 18
is deleted from the lists of tests specified in ANSI Z26.1-1977, as
amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980, for Item 3 and Item 9 glazing material.
S5.1.2 In addition to the glazing materials specified in ANSI
Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), materials conforming to S5.1.2.1,
S5.1.2.2, S5.1.2.3, S5.1.2.4, S5.1.2.5, S5.1.2.6, S5.1.2.7, S5.1.2.8,
and S5.1.2.11 may be used in the locations of motor vehicles specified
in those sections.
S5.1.2.1 Item 11C--Safety Glazing Material for Use in Bullet
Resistant Shields. Bullet resistant glazing that complies with Tests
Nos. 2, 17, 19, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 32 of ANSI Z26.1-1977,
as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5) and the labeling requirements of S5.1.2.5 may be used only
in bullet resistant shields that can be removed from the motor vehicle
easily for cleaning and maintenance. * * *
S5.1.2.2 Item 12--Rigid Plastics. Safety plastics materials that
comply with Tests Nos. 10, 13, 16, 19, 20, 21, and 24 of ANSI Z26.1-
1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5), with the exception of the test for resistance to
undiluted denatured alcohol Formula SD No. 30, and that comply with the
labeling requirements of S5.1.2.5, may be used in a motor vehicle only
in the following specified locations at levels not requisite for
driving visibility.
* * * * *
S5.1.2.3 Item 13--Flexible plastics. Safety plastic materials that
comply with Tests Nos. 16, 19, 20, 22, and 23 or 24 of ANSI Z26.1-1977,
as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5),
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with the exception of the test for resistance to undiluted denatured
alcohol Formula SD No. 30, and that comply with the labeling
requirements of S5.1.2.5 may be used in the following specific
locations at levels not requisite for driving visibility.
* * * * *
S5.1.2.11 Test Procedures for Item 4A--Rigid Plastic for Use in
Side Windows Rearward of the ``C'' Pillar. (a) Glazing materials that
comply with Tests Nos. 2, 10, 13, 16, 17, as that test is modified in
S5.1.2.9(c) (on the interior side only), 17, as that test is modified
in paragraph (b) of this section (on the exterior side only), 19, 20,
21, and 24 of ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both
incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), may be used in the
following specific locations:
* * * * *
S5.2 Edges. In vehicles except schoolbuses, exposed edges shall be
treated in accordance with SAE Recommended Practice J673a (1967)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). In schoolbuses, exposed
edges shall be banded.
* * * * *
S6.1 Each prime glazing material manufacturer, except as specified
below, shall mark the glazing materials it manufactures in accordance
with section 6 of ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both
incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). * * *
* * * * *
S6.2 Each prime glazing material manufacturer shall certify each
piece of glazing material to which this standard applies that is
designed as a component of any specific motor vehicle or camper,
pursuant to section 114 of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle
Safety Act of 1966 (49 U.S.C. Sec. 30115), by adding to the mark
required by S6.1 in letters and numerals of the size specified in
section 6 of ANSI Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both
incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), the symbol ``DOT'' and a
manufacturer's code mark, which will be assigned by NHTSA on the
written request of the manufacturer.
* * * * *
S6.4 Each manufacturer or distributor who cuts a section of glazing
material to which this standard applies, for use in a motor vehicle or
camper, shall mark that material in accordance with section 6 of ANSI
Z26.1-1977, as amended by ANSI Z26.1a-1980 (both incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
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23. Section 571.206 is amended by revising S5.1.1.4(a) and
S5.1.1.4(b)(3)(i) to read as follows:
Sec. 571.206 Standard No. 206; Door locks and door retention
components.
* * * * *
S5.1.1.4 * * *
(a) Calculation. The calculation is performed in accordance with
paragraph 6 of SAE Recommended Practice J839 (1991) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(3) * * *
(i) The acceleration device platform shall be instrumented with an
accelerometer and data processing system that conforms to the
requirements specified in SAE Recommended Practice J211-1 DEC2003
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) Channel Class 60. The
accelerometer sensitive axis is parallel to the direction of test
platform travel.
* * * * *
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24. Section 571.208 is amended by removing and reserving S4.7, and
revising S4.13, S6.6(a)(1), S8.1.8.2, S8.2.5, S8.3.2, S10.4.2.1, S13.1,
S15.3.6(a)(1), S16.2.5, S19.4.4(a)(1), S21.5.5(a)(1), S23.5.5(a)(1),
and S25.4(a)(1) to read as follows:
Sec. 571.208 Standard No. 208; Occupant crash protection.
* * * * *
S4.13 Data channels. For vehicles manufactured on or after
September 1, 2001, all data channels used in injury criteria
calculations shall be filtered using a phaseless digital filter, such
as the Butterworth four-pole phaseless digital filter specified in
appendix C of SAE Recommended Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S6.6 * * *
(a) * * *
(1) The shear force (Fx), axial force (Fz), and bending moment (My)
shall be measured by the dummy upper neck load cell for the duration of
the crash event as specified in S4.11. Shear force, axial force, and
bending moment shall be filtered for Nij purposes at SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
Channel Frequency Class 600.
* * * * *
S8.1.8.2 Each test dummy is clothed in a form fitting cotton
stretch short sleeve shirt with above-the-elbow sleeves and above-the-
knee length pants. The weight of the shirt or pants shall not exceed
0.25 pounds each. Each foot of the test dummy is equipped with a size
11XW shoe which meets the configuration size, sole, and heel thickness
specifications of MIL-S-13192P (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) change ``P'' and whose weight is 1.25 0.2 pounds.
* * * * *
S8.2.5 The concrete surface upon which the vehicle is tested is
level, rigid and of uniform construction, with a skid number of 75 when
measured in accordance with ASTM E274-65T (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5) at 40 m.p.h., omitting water delivery as specified in
paragraph 7.1 of that method.
* * * * *
S8.3.2 The concrete surface on which the test is conducted is
level, rigid, of uniform construction, and of a sufficient size that
the vehicle remains on it throughout the entire rollover cycle. It has
a skid number of 75 when measured in accordance with ASTM E274-65T
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) at 40 m.p.h. omitting
water delivery as specified in paragraph 7.1 of that method.
* * * * *
S10.4.2.1 H-point. The H-points of the driver and passenger test
dummies shall coincide within \1/2\ inch in the vertical dimension and
\1/2\ inch in the horizontal dimension of a point \1/4\ inch below the
position of the H-point determined by using the equipment and
procedures specified in SAE Standard J826-1980 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that the length of the lower leg
and thigh segments of the H-point machine shall be adjusted to 16.3 and
15.8 inches, respectively, instead of the 50th percentile values
specified in Table 1 of SAE Standard J826-1980.
* * * * *
S13.1 Instrumentation for Impact Test--Part 1--Electronic
Instrumentation. Under the applicable conditions of S8, mount the
vehicle on a dynamic test platform at the vehicle attitude set forth in
S13.3, so that the longitudinal center line of the vehicle is parallel
to the direction of the test platform travel and so that movement
between the base of the vehicle and the test platform is prevented. The
test platform is instrumented with an accelerometer and data processing
system having a frequency response of 60 channel class as specified in
SAE Recommended Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5). The accelerometer sensitive axis is parallel to the
direction of test platform travel. The test is conducted at a velocity
change approximating 48 km/h (30 mph) with acceleration of the test
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platform such that all points on the crash pulse curve within the
corridor identified in Figure 6 are covered. An inflatable restraint is
to be activated at 20 ms 2 ms from the time that 0.5 g is
measured on the dynamic test platform. The test dummy specified in
S8.1.8, placed in each front outboard designated seating position as
specified in S10, excluding S10.7, S10.8, and S10.9, shall meet the
injury criteria of S6.1, S6.2(a), S6.3, S6.4(a), S6.5, and S13.2 of
this standard.
* * * * *
S15.3.6 * * *
(a) * * *
(1) The shear force (Fx), axial force (Fz), and bending moment (My)
shall be measured by the dummy upper neck load cell for the duration of
the crash event as specified in S4.11. Shear force, axial force, and
bending moment shall be filtered for Nij purposes at SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
Channel Frequency Class 600.
* * * * *
S16.2.5 The dummy is clothed in form fitting cotton stretch
garments with short sleeves and above the knee length pants. A size
7\1/2\ W shoe which meets the configuration and size specifications of
MIL-S-21711E (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) or its
equivalent is placed on each foot of the test dummy.
* * * * *
S19.4.4 * * *
(a) * * *
(1) The shear force (Fx), axial force (Fz), and bending moment (My)
shall be measured by the dummy upper neck load cell for the duration of
the crash event as specified in S4.11. Shear force, axial force, and
bending moment shall be filtered for Nij purposes at SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
Channel Frequency Class 600.
* * * * *
S21.5.5 * * *
(a) * * *
(1) The shear force (Fx), axial force (Fz), and bending moment (My)
shall be measured by the dummy upper neck load cell for the duration of
the crash event as specified in S4.11. Shear force, axial force, and
bending moment shall be filtered for Nij purposes at SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
Channel Frequency Class 600.
* * * * *
S23.5.5 * * *
(a) * * *
(1) The shear force (Fx), axial force (Fz), and bending moment (My)
shall be measured by the dummy upper neck load cell for the duration of
the crash event as specified in S4.11. Shear force, axial force, and
bending moment shall be filtered for Nij purposes at SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
Channel Frequency Class 600.
* * * * *
S25.4 * * *
(a) * * *
(1) The shear force (Fx), axial force (Fz), and bending moment (My)
shall be measured by the dummy upper neck load cell for the duration of
the crash event as specified in S4.11. Shear force, axial force, and
bending moment shall be filtered for Nij purposes at SAE Recommended
Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5)
Channel Frequency Class 600.
* * * * *
Sec. 571.208a [Removed]
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25. Section 571.208a is removed.
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26. Section 571.209 is amended by removing and reserving S4.1(a), and
revising S4.1(f), S4.1(k), S4.2(e), S4.3(a)(1), S5.1(b), S5.1(e),
S5.1(f), S5.2(a), S5.2(b), S5.2(j)(2)(iii) introductory text, and
S5.2(k) to read as follows:
Sec. 571.209 Standard No. 209; Seat belt assemblies.
* * * * *
(f) Attachment hardware. A seat belt assembly shall include all
hardware necessary for installation in a motor vehicle in accordance
with SAE Recommended Practice J800c (1973) (incorporated by reference,
see Sec. 571.5). However, seat belt assemblies designed for
installation in motor vehicles equipped with seat belt assembly
anchorages that do not require anchorage nuts, plates, or washers, need
not have such hardware, but shall have 7/16-20 UNF-2A or 1/2-13 UNC-2A
attachment bolts or equivalent metric hardware. The hardware shall be
designed to prevent attachment bolts and other parts from becoming
disengaged from the vehicle while in service. Reinforcing plates or
washers furnished for universal floor, installations shall be of steel,
free from burrs and sharp edges on the peripheral edges adjacent to the
vehicle, at least 1.5 mm in thickness and at least 2580 mm\2\ in
projected area. The distance between any edge of the plate and the edge
of the bolt hole shall be at least 15 mm. Any corner shall be rounded
to a radius of not less than 6 mm or cut so that no corner angle is
less than 135[deg] and no side is less than 6 mm in length.
* * * * *
(k) Installation instructions. A seat belt assembly, other than a
seat belt assembly installed in a motor vehicle by an automobile
manufacturer, shall be accompanied by an instruction sheet providing
sufficient information for installing the assembly in a motor vehicle.
The installation instructions shall state whether the assembly is for
universal installation or for installation only in specifically stated
motor vehicles, and shall include at least those items specified in SAE
Recommended Practice J800c (1973) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). If the assembly is for use only in specifically stated motor
vehicles, the assembly shall either be permanently and legibly marked
or labeled with the following statement, or the instruction sheet shall
include the following statement:
This seat belt assembly is for use only in [insert specific seating
position(s), e.g., ``front right''] in [insert specific vehicle make(s)
and model(s)].
* * * * *
S4.2 * * *
(e) Resistance to light. The webbing in a seat belt assembly after
exposure to the light of a carbon arc and tested by the procedure
specified in S5.1(e) shall have a breaking strength not less than 60
percent of the strength before exposure to the carbon arc and shall
have a color retention not less than No. 2 on the AATCC Gray Scale for
Evaluating Change in Color (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5).
* * * * *
S4.3 * * *
(a) Corrosion resistance. (1) Attachment hardware of a seat belt
assembly after being subjected to the conditions specified in S5.2(a)
shall be free of ferrous corrosion on significant surfaces except for
permissible ferrous corrosion at peripheral edges or edges of holes on
underfloor reinforcing plates and washers. Alternatively, such hardware
at or near the floor shall be protected against corrosion by at least
an electrodeposited coating of nickel, or copper and nickel with at
least a service condition number of SC2, and other attachment hardware
shall be protected by an electrodeposited coating of nickel, or copper
and nickel with a service condition number of SC1, in accordance with
ASTM B456-79 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), but such
hardware shall not be racked for electroplating in locations subjected
to maximum stress.
* * * * *
S5.1 * * *
(b) Breaking strength. Webbing from three seat belt assemblies
shall be conditioned in accordance with
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paragraph (a) of this section and tested for breaking strength in a
testing machine of capacity verified to have an error of not more than
one percent in the range of the breaking strength of the webbing in
accordance with ASTM E4-79 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). The machine shall be equipped with split drum grips illustrated
in Figure 1, having a diameter between 51 and 102 mm. The rate of grip
separation shall be between 51 and 102 mm per minute. The distance
between the centers of the grips at the start of the test shall be
between 102 and 254 mm. After placing the specimen in the grips, the
webbing shall be stretched continuously at a uniform rate to failure.
Each value shall be not less than the applicable breaking strength
requirement in S4.2(b), but the median value shall be used for
determining the retention of breaking strength in paragraphs (d), (e)
and (f) of this section.
* * * * *
(e) Resistance to light. Webbing at least 508 mm in length from
three seat belt assemblies shall be suspended vertically on the inside
of the specimen track in a Type E carbon-arc light exposure apparatus
described in ASTM G23-81 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5),
except that the filter used for 100 percent polyester yarns shall be
chemically strengthened soda-lime glass with a transmittance of less
than 5 percent for wave lengths equal to or less than 305 nanometers
and 90 percent or greater transmittance for wave lengths of 375 to 800
nanometers. The apparatus shall be operated without water spray at an
air temperature of 60[deg] 2 [deg]Celsius ([deg]C)
measured at a point 25 5 mm outside the specimen rack and
midway in height. The temperature sensing element shall be shielded
from radiation. The specimens shall be exposed to light from the
carbon-arc for 100 hours and then conditioned as prescribed in
paragraph (a) of this section. The colorfastness of the exposed and
conditioned specimens shall be determined on the AATCC Gray Scale for
Evaluating Change in Color (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). The breaking strength of the specimens shall be determined by
the procedure prescribed in paragraph (b) of this section. The median
values for the breaking strengths determined on exposed and unexposed
specimens shall be used to calculate the percentage of breaking
strength retained.
(f) Resistance to micro-organisms. Webbing at least 508 millimeters
(mm) in length from three seat belt assemblies shall first be
preconditioned in accordance with appendix A(1) and (2) of AATCC Test
Method 30-1981 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), and then
subjected to Test I, ``Soil Burial Test'' of that test method. After
soil-burial for a period of 2 weeks, the specimen shall be washed in
water, dried and conditioned as prescribed in paragraph (a) of this
section. The breaking strengths of the specimens shall be determined by
the procedure prescribed in paragraph (b) of this section. The median
values for the breaking strengths determined on exposed and unexposed
specimens shall be used to calculate the percentage of breaking
strength retained.
Note: This test shall not be required on webbing made from
material which is inherently resistant to micro-organisms.
S5.2 * * *
(a) Corrosion resistance. Three seat belt assemblies shall be
tested in accordance with ASTM B117-73 (Reapproved 1979) (incorporated
by reference, see Sec. 571.5). Any surface coating or material not
intended for permanent retention on the metal parts during service life
shall be removed prior to preparation of the test specimens for
testing. The period of test shall be 50 hours for all attachment
hardware at or near the floor, consisting of two periods of 24 hours
exposure to salt spray followed by 1 hour drying and 25 hours for all
other hardware, consisting of one period of 24 hours exposure to salt
spray followed by 1 hour drying. In the salt spray test chamber, the
parts from the three assemblies shall be oriented differently,
selecting those orientations most likely to develop corrosion on the
larger areas. At the end of test, the seat belt assembly shall be
washed thoroughly with water to remove the salt. After drying for at
least 24 hours under standard laboratory conditions specified in
S5.1(a) attachment hardware shall be examined for ferrous corrosion on
significant surfaces, that is, all surfaces that can be contacted by a
sphere 19 mm in diameter, and other hardware shall be examined for
ferrous and nonferrous corrosion which may be transferred, either
directly or by means of the webbing, to a person or his clothing during
use of a seat belt assembly incorporating the hardware.
Note: When attachment and other hardware are permanently
fastened, by sewing or other means, to the same piece of webbing,
separate assemblies shall be used to test the two types of hardware.
The test for corrosion resistance shall not be required for
attachment hardware made from corrosion-resistant steel containing
at least 11.5 percent chromium or for attachment hardware protected
with an electrodeposited coating of nickel, or copper and nickel, as
prescribed in S4.3(a). The assembly that has been used to test the
corrosion resistance of the buckle shall be used to measure
adjustment force, tilt-lock adjustment, and buckle latch in
paragraphs (e), (f), and (g), respectively, of this section,
assembly performance in S5.3 and buckle release force in paragraph
(d) of this section.
(b) Temperature resistance. Three seat belt assemblies having
plastic or nonmetallic hardware or having retractors shall be subjected
to the conditions prescribed in Procedure D of ASTM D756-78
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The dimension and weight
measurement shall be omitted. Buckles shall be unlatched and retractors
shall be fully retracted during conditioning. The hardware parts after
conditioning shall be used for all applicable tests in S4.3 and S4.4.
* * * * *
(j) * * *
(2) * * *
(iii) Dynamic tests: Each acceleration pulse shall be recorded
using an accelerometer having a full scale range of 10 g
and processed according to the practices set forth in SAE Recommended
Practice J211-1 DEC2003 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
Channel Frequency Class 60. The webbing shall be positioned at 75
percent extension, and the displacement shall be measured using a
displacement transducer. For tests specified in S5.2(j)(2)(iii)(A) and
(B), the 0.7 g acceleration pulse shall be within the acceleration-time
corridor shown in Figure 8 of this standard.
* * * * *
(k) Performance of retractor. After completion of the corrosion-
resistance test described in paragraph (a) of this section, the webbing
shall be fully extended and allowed to dry for at least 24 hours under
standard laboratory conditions specified in S5.1(a). The retractor
shall be examined for ferrous and nonferrous corrosion which may be
transferred, either directly or by means of the webbing, to a person or
his clothing during use of a seat belt assembly incorporating the
retractor, and for ferrous corrosion on significant surfaces if the
retractor is part of the attachment hardware. The webbing shall be
withdrawn manually and allowed to retract for 25 cycles. The retractor
shall be mounted in an apparatus capable of extending the webbing
fully, applying a force of 89 N at full extension, and allowing the
webbing to retract freely and completely. The webbing shall be
withdrawn from the retractor and allowed to retract repeatedly in this
apparatus until 2,500 cycles are completed. The retractor and webbing
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shall then be subjected to the temperature resistance test prescribed
in paragraph (b) of this section. The retractor shall be subjected to
2,500 additional cycles of webbing withdrawal and retraction. Then, the
retractor and webbing shall be subjected to dust in a chamber similar
to one illustrated in Figure 8 containing about 0.9 kg of coarse grade
dust conforming to the specification given in SAE Recommended Practice
J726 SEP79 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The dust shall
be agitated every 20 minutes for 5 seconds by compressed air, free of
oil and moisture, at a gage pressure of 550 55 kPa
entering through an orifice 1.5 0.1 mm in diameter. The
webbing shall be extended to the top of the chamber and kept extended
at all times except that the webbing shall be subjected to 10 cycles of
complete retraction and extension within 1 to 2 minutes after each
agitation of the dust. At the end of 5 hours, the assembly shall be
removed from the chamber. The webbing shall be fully withdrawn from the
retractor manually and allowed to retract completely for 25 cycles. An
automatic-locking retractor or a nonlocking retractor attached to
pelvic restraint shall be subjected to 5,000 additional cycles of
webbing withdrawal and retraction. An emergency locking retractor or a
nonlocking retractor attached to upper torso restraint shall be
subjected to 45,000 additional cycles of webbing withdrawal and
retraction between 50 and 100 percent extension. The locking mechanism
of an emergency locking retractor shall be actuated at least 10,000
times within 50 to 100 percent extension of webbing during the 50,000
cycles. At the end of test, compliance of the retractors with
applicable requirements in S4.3 (h), (i), and (j) shall be determined.
Three retractors shall be tested for performance.
* * * * *
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27. Section 571.210 is amended by revising the introductory text of
S4.3.2 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.210 Standard No. 210; Seat belt assembly anchorages.
* * * * *
S4.3.2 Seat belt anchorages for the upper torso portion of Type 2
seat belt assemblies. Adjust the seat to its full rearward and downward
position and adjust the seat back to its most upright position. Except
a small occupant seating position as defined in 49 CFR 571.222, with
the seat and seat back so positioned, as specified by subsection (a) or
(b) of this section, the upper end of the upper torso restraint shall
be located within the acceptable range shown in Figure 1, with
reference to a two-dimensional drafting template described in SAE
Standard J826 MAY87 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The
template's ``H'' point shall be at the design ``H'' point of the seat
for its full rearward and full downward position, as defined in SAE
Recommended Practice J1100 JUN84 (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5), and the template's torso line shall be at the same angle from
the vertical as the seat back.
* * * * *
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28. Section 571.213 is amended by:
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a. Revising S5.4.1.2(c)(1),
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b. Revising S5.9(a);
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c. Removing and reserving S6.1.1(a)(1)(i);
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d. Revising S6.1.1(a)(2)(i)(B); and
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e. Revising S6.1.1(a)(2)(ii)(G).
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.213 Standard No. 213; Child restraint systems.
* * * * *
S5.4.1.2 * * *
(c)(1) After exposure to the light of a carbon arc and tested by
the procedure specified in S5.1(e) of FMVSS 209 (Sec. 571.209), have a
breaking strength of not less than 60 percent of the new webbing, and
shall have a color retention not less than No. 2 on the AATCC Gray
Scale for Evaluating Change in Color (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
S5.9 * * *
(a) Each add-on child restraint anchorage system manufactured on or
after September 1, 2002, other than a car bed, harness and belt-
positioning seat, shall have components permanently attached to the
system that enable the restraint to be securely fastened to the lower
anchorages of the child restraint anchorage system specified in
Standard No. 225 (Sec. 571.225) and depicted in Drawing Package SAS-
100-1000, Standard Seat Belt Assembly with Addendum A or in Drawing
Package, ``NHTSA Standard Seat Assembly; FMVSS No. 213, No. NHTSA-213-
2003'' (both incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). The
components must be attached by use of a tool, such as a screwdriver. In
the case of rear-facing child restraints with detachable bases, only
the base is required to have the components.
* * * * *
S6.1.1 * * *
(a) * * *
(2) * * *
(i) * * *
(B) The platform is instrumented with an accelerometer and data
processing system having a frequency response of 60 Hz channel class as
specified in SAE Recommended Practice J211 (1980) (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5). The accelerometer sensitive axis is
parallel to the direction of test platform travel.
(ii) * * *
(G) All instrumentation and data reduction is in conformance with
SAE Recommended Practice J211 (1980) (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
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29. Section 571.214 is amended by revising S11.1, S12.1.1(b)(1),
S12.1.2(b)(1), and S12.1.3(b)(1) to read as follows:
Sec. 571.214 Standard No. 214; Side impact protection.
* * * * *
S11.1 Clothing.
(a) 50th percentile male. Each test dummy representing a 50th
percentile male is clothed in formfitting cotton stretch garments with
short sleeves and midcalf length pants. Each foot of the test dummy is
equipped with a size 11EEE shoe, which meets the configuration size,
sole, and heel thickness specifications of MIL-S-13192 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5) and weighs 0.68 0.09 kilograms
(1.25 0.2 lb).
(b) 5th percentile female. The 49 CFR Part 572 Subpart V test dummy
representing a 5th percentile female is clothed in formfitting cotton
stretch garments with short sleeves and about the knee length pants.
Each foot has on a size 7.5W shoe that meets the configuration and size
specifications of MIL-S-21711E (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) or its equivalent.
* * * * *
S12.1.1 * * *
(b) * * *
(1) H-point. The H-points of each test dummy coincide within 12.7
mm (\1/2\ inch) in the vertical dimension and 12.7 mm (\1/2\ inch) in
the horizontal dimension of a point that is located 6.4 mm (\1/4\ inch)
below the position of the H-point determined by using the equipment for
the 50th percentile and procedures specified in SAE Standard J826-1980
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that Table 1 of
SAE Standard J826-1980 is not applicable. The length of the lower leg
and thigh segments of the H-point machine are adjusted to 414 and 401
mm (16.3 and 15.8 inches), respectively.
* * * * *
S12.1.2 * * *
(b) * * *
(1) H-point. The H-points of each test dummy coincide within 12.7
mm (\1/2\
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inch) in the vertical dimension and 12.7 mm (\1/2\ inch) in the
horizontal dimension of a point that is located 6.4 mm (\1/4\ inch)
below the position of the H-point determined by using the equipment for
the 50th percentile and procedures specified in SAE Standard J826-1980
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that Table 1 of
SAE J826-1980 is not applicable. The length of the lower leg and thigh
segments of the H-point machine are adjusted to 414 and 401 mm (16.3
and 15.8 inches), respectively.
* * * * *
S12.1.3 * * *
(b) * * *
(1) H-point. The H-points of each test dummy coincide within 12.7
mm (\1/2\ inch) in the vertical dimension and 12.7 mm (\1/2\ inch) in
the horizontal dimension of a point that is located 6.4 mm (\1/4\ inch)
below the position of the H-point determined by using the equipment for
the 50th percentile and procedures specified in SAE Standard J826-1980
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), except that Table 1 of
SAE J826-1980 is not applicable. The length of the lower leg and thigh
segments of the H-point machine are adjusted to 414 and 401 mm (16.3
and 15.8 inches), respectively.
* * * * *
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30. Section 571.216a is amended by revising S3 introductory text,
removing S3.2, redesignating S3.3 as S3.2, and revising S7.2(a) to read
as follows:
Sec. 571.216a Standard No. 216a; Roof crush resistance; Upgraded
standard.
* * * * *
S3 Application and selection of compliance options.
* * * * *
S7.2 * * *
(a) Position the three dimensional manikin specified in SAE
Standard J826 JUL95 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), in
accordance to the seating procedure specified in that document, except
that the length of the lower leg and thigh segments of the H-point
machine are adjusted to 414 and 401 millimeters, respectively, instead
of the 50th percentile values specified in Table 1 of SAE J826 JUL95.
* * * * *
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31. Section 571.218 is amended by revising the second sentence of
S7.1.9 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.218 Standard No. 218; Motorcycle helmets.
* * * * *
S7.1.9 * * * The acceleration data channel complies with SAE
Recommended Practice J211 (1980) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5) requirements for channel class 1,000.
* * * * *
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32. Section 571.221 is amended by revising S6.1.3, S6.2(a), S6.2(b),
and S6.3.1 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.221 Standard No. 221; School bus body joint strength.
* * * * *
S6.1.3 Prepare the test specimen in accordance with the preparation
procedures specified in ASTM E8-89 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5).
S6.2 Determination of minimum allowable strength. * * *
(a) If the mechanical properties of a joint component material are
specified in ASTM E8-89 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5),
the lowest value of that material's thickness and tensile strength per
unit of area shown in that source shall be used.
(b) If the mechanical properties of a material are not specified in
ASTM E8-89 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), determine its
tensile strength by cutting a sheet specimen from outside the joint
region of the bus body in accordance with Figure 1 of ASTM E8-89, and
by testing it in accordance with S6.3.
* * * * *
S6.3.1 The joint specimen is gripped on opposite sides of the joint
in a tension testing machine in accordance with ASTM E8-89
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
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33. Section 571.222 is amended by revising the first sentence of S6.6.2
and the first sentence of S6.7.2 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.222 Standard No. 222; School bus passenger seating and crash
protection.
* * * * *
S6.6.2 The head form is instrumented with an acceleration sensing
device whose output is recorded in a data channel that conforms to the
requirements for a 1,000 Hz channel class as specified in SAE
Recommended Practice J211a (1971) (incorporated by reference, see Sec.
571.5). * * *
* * * * *
S6.7.2 The knee form is instrumented with an acceleration sensing
device whose output is recorded in a data channel that conforms to the
requirements of a 600 Hz channel class as specified in SAE Recommended
Practice J211a (1971) (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5). * *
*
* * * * *
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34. Section 571.225 is amended by:
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a. Revising the introductory text of S6.2.1.1;
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b. Revising S6.2.1.1(a)(1);
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c. Revising the introductory text of S6.2.2;
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d. Revising S6.2.2(a)(1);
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e. Revising the introductory text of S6.2.2.1; and
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f. Revising S6.2.2.1(a)(1).
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.225 Standard No. 225; Child restraint anchorage systems.
* * * * *
S6.2.1.1 In the case of passenger cars and multipurpose passenger
vehicles manufactured before September 1, 2004, the part of each user-
ready tether anchorage that attaches to a tether hook may, at the
manufacturer's option (with said option selected prior to, or at the
time of, certification of the vehicle), instead of complying with
S6.2.1, be located within the shaded zone shown in Figures 8 to 11 of
this standard of the designated seating position for which it is
installed, relative to the shoulder reference point of the three
dimensional H-point machine described in section 3.1 of SAE Standard
J826-1992 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5) such that--
(a) * * *
(1) At the actual H-point of the seat, as defined in section
2.2.11.3 of SAE Recommended Practice J1100-1993 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), at the full rearward and downward position
of the seat; or
* * * * *
S6.2.2 Subject to S6.2.2.1 and S6.2.2.2, the portion of each user-
ready tether anchorage that is designed to bind with a tether strap
hook shall be located within the shaded zone shown in Figures 3 to 7 of
this standard of the designated seating position for which it is
installed, with reference to the H-point of a template described in
section 3.1 of SAE Standard J826-1992 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5), if:
(a) * * *
(1) At the unique Design H-point of the designated seating
position, as defined in section 2.2.11.1 of SAE Recommended Practice
J1100-1993 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), at the full
downward and full rearward position of the seat, or--
* * * * *
S6.2.2.1 In passenger cars and multipurpose passenger vehicles
manufactured before September 1, 2004, the portion of each user-ready
tether anchorage to which a tether strap hook attaches may be located
within the shaded zone shown in Figures 8 to 11 of the designated
seating position for which it is installed, with reference to the
shoulder reference point of a
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template described in section 3.1 of SAE Standard J826-1992
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), if:
(a) * * *
(1) At the unique Design H-point of the designated seating
position, as defined in section 2.2.11.1 of SAE Recommended Practice
J1100-1993 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), at the full
downward and full rearward position of the seat, or--
* * * * *
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35. Section 571.301 is amended by revising S7.1.1 to read as follows:
Sec. 571.301 Standard No. 301; Fuel system integrity.
* * * * *
S7.1.1 The fuel tank is filled to any level from 90 to 95 percent
of capacity with Stoddard solvent, having the physical and chemical
properties of type 1 solvent, Table I of ASTM D484-71 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5).
* * * * *
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36. Section 571.403 is amended by removing and reserving S5, removing
S5.1 through S5.6, removing S5.6.1 through S5.6.3, revising S6.1.4,
revising S6.2.3, revising S6.3.1, revising S7.2.2, and revising S7.3.2.
The revisions read as follows:
Sec. 571.403 Standard No. 403; Platform lift systems for motor
vehicles.
* * * * *
S6.1.4 The visual warning required by S6.1.2 and S6.1.3 must be a
flashing red beacon as defined in SAE Recommended Practice J578 (1995)
(incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5), must have a minimum
intensity of 20 candela, a frequency from 1 to 2 Hz, and must be
installed such that it does not require more than 15
degrees side-to-side head rotation as viewed by a passenger backing
onto the platform from the interior of the vehicle. If a lift has only
a visual alarm and the lift manufacturer specifies that the passenger
must load onto the platform in a forward direction from the vehicle
floor, the visual alarm must be located such that it does not require
more than 15 degrees side-to-side head rotation as viewed
by a passenger traversing forward onto the platform.
* * * * *
S6.2.3 Maximum platform acceleration. Throughout the range of
passenger operation specified in S7.9.4 through S7.9.7, both the
horizontal and vertical acceleration of the platform must be less than
or equal to 0.3 g after the accelerometer output is filtered with a
channel frequency class (CFC) 3 filter. The filter must meet the
requirements of SAE Recommended Practice J211/1 MAR95 (incorporated by
reference, see Sec. 571.5), with FH = 3 Hz and
FN = 5 Hz. The accelerometer is located at the geometric
center of the platform and is mounted directly on the platform when it
is unloaded and on the geometric center of the top, horizontal surface
of the standard load specified in S7.1.1 when the platform is loaded.
* * * * *
S6.3.1 Internally mounted platform lifts. On platform lifts and
their components internal to the occupant compartment of the vehicle or
internal to other compartments that provide protection from the
elements when stowed, attachment hardware must be free of ferrous
corrosion on significant surfaces except for permissible ferrous
corrosion, as defined in Sec. 571.209, at peripheral surface edges or
edges of holes on under-floor reinforcing plates and washers after
being subjected to the conditions specified in S7.3. Alternatively,
such hardware must be made from corrosion-resistant steel containing at
least 11.5 percent chromium per Sec. 571.209, S5.2(a) or must be
protected against corrosion by an electrodeposited coating of nickel,
or copper and nickel with at least a service condition number of SC2,
and other attachment hardware must be protected by an electrodeposited
coating of nickel, or copper and nickel with a service condition number
of SC1, in accordance with ASTM B456-95 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5), but such hardware may not be racked for electroplating in
locations subjected to maximum stress. The manufacturer shall select
the option by the time it certifies the lift and may not thereafter
select a different option for the lift. The lift must be accompanied by
all attachment hardware necessary for its installation on a vehicle.
* * * * *
S7.2.2 Use the test procedure defined in ANSI/RESNA Standard WC/
Vol. 1-1998, Section 13 (incorporated by reference, see Sec. 571.5),
except for clauses 5.3, Force Gage and 6, Test Procedure, on the wet
section of platform. In lieu of clauses 5.3 and 6, implement the
requirements of S7.2.2.1 and S7.2.2.2.
* * * * *
S7.3.2 Attachment hardware, as specified in S6.3.1, and externally
mounted platform lifts or components, as specified in S6.3.2, are
tested in accordance with ASTM B117-97 (incorporated by reference, see
Sec. 571.5). Any surface coating or material not intended for
permanent retention on the metal parts during service life are removed
prior to testing. Except as specified in S7.3.3, the period of the test
is 50 hours, consisting of two periods of 24 hours exposure to salt
spray followed by one hour drying.
* * * * *
Issued: December 22, 2011.
Daniel C. Smith,
Senior Associate Administrator for Vehicle Safety.
[FR Doc. 2011-33682 Filed 1-5-12; 8:45 am]
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