Regulation 6 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE): Uniform provisions concerning the approval of direction indicators for motor vehicles and their trailers
Date: 2001-05-14
Institutions: United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
Subjects: European standard, approval, commercial vehicle, motor vehicle, signalling device, vehicle parts

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Regulation 6 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE) uniform
provisions concerning the approval of direction indicators for motor vehicles and their trailers

1.

DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this Regulation:

1.1.

1.2.

‘Direction indicator’ means a device mounted on a motor vehicle or trailer which, when
operated by the driver, signals the latter’s intention to change the direction in which the
vehicle is proceeding. The present Regulation applies solely to fixed-position flashing light
devices whose flashing is obtained by the intermittent supply of electric current to the lamp.

The definitions given in Regulation No. 48 and its series of amendments in force at the time
of application for type approval shall apply to this Regulation.

1.3.

‘Direction indicators of different “types”’

— are different indicators which differ in such essential respects as:

— The trade name or mark, The characteristics of the optical system (levels of intensity,

light distribution angles, etc.),

— The category of direction indicators,

— The colour of the filament lamp.

APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL

The application for approval of a type of direction indicator shall be submitted by the holder
of the trade name or mark or by his duly accredited representative.

It shall specify to which category or to which of the categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3, 4, 5 or 6
according to annex 1, the direction indicator belongs and, if it belongs to category 2, whether
it has one level of intensity (category 2a) or two levels of intensity (category 2b) and whether
the direction indicator may also be used in an assembly of two lamps of the same category.

2.

2.1.

2.2.

For each type of direction indicator the application shall be accompanied by the following:

2.2.1.

Drawings, in triplicate, sufficiently detailed to permit identification of the type and category
and showing geometrically in what position the direction indicator is mounted on the vehicle;
the axis of observation to be taken as the axis of reference in the tests (horizontal angle H =
0°, vertical angle V = 0°); and the point to be taken as the centre of reference in the said tests.

The drawings shall show the position intended for the approval number and the additional
symbols in relation to the circle of the approval mark;

2.2.2.

A brief technical description stating in particular the categories of filament lamps prescribed,
with the exception of lamps with non-replaceable light sources; each filament lamp category
shall be one or other of those contained in Regulation No. 37;

2.2.3.

For a direction indicator of category 2b, an arrangement diagram and a specification of the
characteristics of the system ensuring the two levels of intensity;

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2.2.4.

Two samples; if the approval is applied for devices which are not identical but are symmetrical
and suitable for mounting one on the left and one on the right side of the vehicle, the two
samples submitted may be identical and be suitable for mounting only on the right or only
on the left side of the vehicle; for a direction indicator of category 2b, the application shall
also be accompanied by two samples of the parts constituting the system which ensures the
two levels of intensity.

3.

MARKINGS

Devices submitted for approval shall:

3.1.

3.2.

3.3.

3.4.

bear the trade name or mark of the applicant; this marking shall be clearly legible and
indelible;

bear a clearly legible and indelible marking indicating the category or categories of filament
lamps prescribed; this is not valid for lamps with non-replaceable light sources;

comprise a space of sufficient size for the approval marking and the additional symbols
prescribed in paragraph 4.2 below; this space shall be shown in the drawings mentioned in
paragraph 2.2.1 above;

in the case of lamps with non-replaceable light sources, bear the marking of rated voltage
and rated wattage.

4.

APPROVAL

4.1.

General

4.1.1.

4.1.2.

4.1.3.

4.1.4.

4.1.5.

If the two devices submitted for approval in pursuance of paragraph 2.2.4 above meet the
requirements of this Regulation, approval shall be granted.

Where grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps have been found to comply
with the requirements of several Regulations annexed to the 1958 Agreement, a single
international approval mark may be applied provided that such lamps are not grouped,
combined or reciprocally incorporated with a lamp or lamps not satisfying any one of these
Regulations.

An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits (at
present 01, corresponding to the 01 series of amendments which entered into force on
27 June 1987) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major
technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval. The same
Contracting Party shall not assign the same number to another type of device covered by this
Regulation. Direction indicators of different categories may be marked with a single approval
number when they form one assembly.

Notice of approval or of extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or production
definitely discontinued of a type of device pursuant to this Regulation shall be communicated
to the Parties to the 1958 Agreement which apply this Regulation, by means of a form
conforming to the model in annex 2 to this Regulation.

Every device conforming to a type approved under this Regulation shall bear in the space
referred to in paragraph 3.3 above, and in addition to the markings prescribed in paragraphs
3.1 and 3.2 or 3.4 respectively, an approval mark as described in paragraphs 4.2 and 4.3
below.

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4.2.

Composition of the approval mark

The approval mark shall consist of:

4.2.1.

an international approval marking, comprising

4.2.1.1.

A circle surrounding the letter ‘E’ followed by the distinguishing number of the country
which has granted approval (1);

4.2.1.2.

The approval number prescribed in paragraph 4.1.3 above.

4.2.2.

The following additional symbol (or symbols):

4.2.2.1.

One or more of the numbers: 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3, 4, 5 or 6, according to whether the device
belongs to one or more categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3, 4, 5 or 6 for which approval is sought
in accordance with paragraph 2.1;

4.2.2.2.

On devices which cannot be mounted on either side of the vehicle indiscriminately, an arrow
showing in which position the device is to be mounted (the arrow shall be directed outwards
from the vehicle in the case of devices of categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a and 2b and towards the
front of the vehicle in the case of devices of categories 3, 4, 5 and 6). In addition, for devices
of category 6 an indication ‘R’ or ‘L’ shall in this case be shown on the device, indicating the
right or left side of the vehicle;

4.2.2.3.

On devices which may be used as a single lamp and as part of an assembly of two lamps, the
additional letter ‘D’ to the right side of the symbol mentioned in paragraph 4.2.2.1;

4.2.2.4.

The two digits of the approval number which indicate the series of amendments in force at
the time of issue of the approval and, if necessary, the required arrow may be marked close
to the above additional symbols;

4.2.2.5.

The marks and symbols referred to in paragraphs 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 above shall be clearly
legible and be indelible even when the device is fitted in the vehicle.

4.3.

Arrangement of the approval mark

4.3.1.

I n d e p e n d e n t l a m p s

Annex 3, figure 1, to this Regulation gives an example of arrangement of the approval mark
with the above-mentioned additional symbols.

(1) 1 for Germany, 2 for France, 3 for Italy, 4 for the Netherlands, 5 for Sweden, 6 for Belgium, 7 for Hungary, 8 for
the Czech Republic, 9 for Spain, 10 for Yugoslavia, 11 for the United Kingdom, 12 for Austria, 13 for
Luxembourg, 14 for Switzerland, 15 (vacant), 16 for Norway, 17 for Finland, 18 for Denmark, 19 for Romania,
20 for Poland, 21 for Portugal, 22 for the Russian Federation, 23 for Greece, 24 (vacant), 25 for Croatia, 26 for
Slovenia, 27 for Slovakia, 28 for Belarus, 29 for Estonia, 30-36 (vacant) and 37 for Turkey. Subsequent numbers
shall be assigned to other countries in the chronological order in which they ratify or accede to the Agreement
concerning the Adoption of Uniform Conditions of Approval and Reciprocal Recognition of Approval for Motor
Vehicle Equipment and Parts, and the numbers thus assigned shall be communicated by the Secretary-General of
the United Nations to the Contracting Parties to the Agreement.

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4.3.2.

G r o u p e d , c o m b i n e d o r r e c i p r o c a l l y i n c o r p o r a t e d l a m p s

4.3.2.1. Where grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps have been found to comply
with the requirements of several Regulations, a single international approval mark may be
applied consisting of a circle surrounding the letter ‘E’ followed by the distinguishing number
of the country which has granted the approval, and an approval number. This approval mark
may be located anywhere on the grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps,
provided that:

4.3.2.1.1.

it is visible after the installation of the lamps;

4.3.2.1.2.

no part of the grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps that transmits light can
be removed without at the same time removing the approval mark.

4.3.2.2.

an identification symbol for each lamp appropriate to each Regulation under which approval
has been granted, together with the corresponding series of amendments incorporating the
most recent major technical amendments to the Regulation at the time of issue of the
approval and, if necessary, the required arrow shall be marked:

4.3.2.2.1.

either on the appropriate light-emitting surface;

4.3.2.2.2.

or in a group, in such a way that each lamp of the grouped, combined or reciprocally
incorporated lamps may be clearly identified.

4.3.2.3.

4.3.2.4.

4.3.2.5.

The size of the components of a single approval mark shall not be less than the minimum
size required for the smallest of the individual marks by the Regulation under which approval
has been granted.

An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. The same Contracting Party
may not assign the same number to another type of grouped, combined or reciprocally
incorporated lamps covered by this Regulation.

Annex 3, figure 2, to this Regulation gives examples of the arrangement of the approval
marks for grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps with all the above-
mentioned additional symbols.

4.3.3.

Lamps reciprocally incorporated with other lamps, of which the lens may also be used for
other types of headlamps

The provisions laid down in paragraph 4.3.2 above are applicable.

4.3.3.1.

In addition, where the same lens is used, the latter may bear the different approval marks
relating to the different types of headlamps or units of lamps, provided that the main body
of the headlamp, even if it cannot be separated from the lens, also comprises the space
described in paragraph 3.3 above and bears the approval marks of the actual functions. If
different types of headlamps comprise the same main body, the latter may bear the different
approval marks.

4.3.3.2.

Annex 3, figure 3, to this Regulation gives examples of approval marks for lamps reciprocally
incorporated with a headlamp.

5.

5.1.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Each device supplied shall conform to the specifications set forth in paragraphs 6. and 8.
below.

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5.2.

6.

6.1.

The devices must be so designed and constructed that under normal conditions of use and
notwithstanding the vibrations to which they may be subjected in such use, their satisfactory
operation remains assured and they retain the characteristics prescribed by this Regulation.

INTENSITY OF LIGHT EMITTED

The light emitted by each of the two devices supplied must be in the case of direction
indicators of categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3 or 4 in the reference axes, in the case of direction
indicators of categories 5 or 6 in direction A according to annex 1 of not less than the
minimum intensity and of not more than the maximum intensity specified below:

Maximum values cd when used as

Direction indicator
of category (1)

Minimum
intensities cd

single lamp

1

1a

1b

2a

2b by day

2b by night

3 towards the front

3 towards the rear

4 towards the front

4 towards the rear

5

6

175

250

400

50

175

40

175

50

175

0,6

0,6

50

Lamp (single)
marked ‘D’
(see paragraph
4.2.2.3)

Total for the
assembly
of two lamps
(see paragraph
4.2.2.3)

490 (2)

600 (2)

600 (2)

350

490 (2)

843 (2)

490 (2)

140

980 (2)

1 120 (2)

1 200 (2)

350

980 (2)

168 (2)

980 (2)

280

700 (2)

600 (2)

860 (2)

350

700 (2)

120 (2)

700 (2)

200

700 (2)

490 (2)

980 (2)

200

200

200

140

140

140

280

280

280

(1) The installation of front direction indicators of the various categories in power-driven vehicles and
their trailers is provided for the Regulations concerning the installation of lighting and light-
signalling devices (Regulations Nos. 48 and 53).

(2) The total value of maximum intensity for an assembly of two lamps is given by multiplying by 1.4
the value prescribed for a single lamp. When an assembly of two lamps having the same function is
deemed to be, for the purpose of installation on a vehicle, a ‘single lamp’ (following the definition
of Regulation N° 48 and its series of amendments in force at the time of application for type
approval) each individual lamp constituting the ‘single lamp’ shall comply with the minimum
intensity required and the two lamps together shall not exceed the admissible maximum (last
column of the table). In the case of a single lamp each individual lamp shall comply with the
minimum intensity required; the admissible maximum intensity shall not be exceeded by both
lamps together (last column of the table). In the case of a single lamp containing more than one
light source: the lamp shall comply with the minimum intensity required when any one light source
has failed, however for front or rear direction indicator lamps 50 % of the minimum intensity in
the axis of reference of the lamp shall be considered sufficient provided that a note in the
communication form states that the lamp is only for use on a vehicle fitted with an operating tell-
tale which indicates when any one or more light source(s) has (have) failed, and when all light
sources are illuminated the maximum intensity specified for a single lamp may be exceeded provided
that the single lamp is not marked ‘D’ and the maximum intensity specified for an assembly of two
lamps (last column of the table) is not exceeded

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6.2.

6.2.1.

Outside the reference axis, within the angular fields specified in the arrangement diagrams in
annex 1 to this Regulation, the intensity of the light emitted by each of the two devices
supplied must:

In each direction corresponding to the points in the relevant table of luminous-intensity
distribution reproduced in annex 4 to the Regulation, be not less than the minimum specified
in paragraph 6.1 above multiplied by the percentage specified in the said table for the
direction in question;

6.2.1.1.

In divergence from paragraphs 6.2 and 6.2.1, for categories 4 and 5 direction indicators, to
the rear, a minimum value of 0.6 cd is required throughout the fields specified in annex 1;

6.2.2.

In no direction within the area from which the indicator lamp is visible, exceed the maximum
specified in paragraph 6.1 above;

6.2.3.

Moreover,

6.2.3.1.

Throughout the fields defined in the diagrams in annex 1, the intensity of the light emitted
must be not less than 0.7 cd for devices of category 1b, not less than 0.3 cd for devices of
categories 1, 1a, 2a, 3, 4 towards the front and for those of category 2b by day; it shall not
be less than 0.07 cd for devices of category 2b by night;

6.2.3.2.

For devices of categories 1 and 2b by night and, to the front, for devices of categories 3
and 4, the intensity of the light emitted outside the zone defined by the measuring points
± 10°H and ± 10°V (10°-field) must not exceed the following values:

Direction indicator
of category

Maximum values in cd outside the 10°-field

Single lamp

Lamp (single) marked Total for the assembly

‘D’ (see paragraph
4.2.2.3)

of two lamps (see
paragraph 4.2.2.3)

2b by night

1, 3 and 4

100

400

70

280

140

560

Between the boundaries of the 10°-field (± 10°H and ± 10°V) and the 5°-field (± 5°H and
± 5°V), the maximum admissible values of the intensities are linearly increased up to the
values as defined in paragraph 6.1;

6.2.3.3.

For devices of category 1a and 1b, the intensity of the light emitted outside the zone defined
by the measuring points ± 15°H and ± 15°V (15°-field) shall not exceed the following values:

Direction indicator
of category

Maximum values in cd outside the 15°-field

Single lamp

Lamp (single) marked Total for the assembly

‘D’ (see paragraph
4.2.2.3)

of two lamps (see
paragraph 4.2.2.3)

1a

1b

250

400

175

280

350

560

Between the boundaries of the 15°-field (± 15°H and ± 15°V) and the 5°-field (± 5°H and
± 5°V), the maximum values are increased linearly up to the values as defined in paragraph 6.1.

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6.2.3.4.

The provisions of paragraph 2.2 of annex 4 to this Regulation on local variations of intensity
must be observed.

6.3.

6.4.

6.5.

7.

7.1.

The intensities shall be measured with the filament lamp(s) continuously alight.

In the case of devices of category 2b the time that elapses between electrical supply being
switched on and the light output measured on the reference axis to reach 90 per cent of the
value measured in accordance with paragraph 6.3 above shall be measured for both the day
and the night conditions of use.

The time measured for the night condition of use shall not exceed that measured for the day
condition of use.

Annex 4, referred to in paragraph 6.2.1 above, gives particulars of the measurement methods
to be used.

TEST PROCEDURE

All measurements shall be made with an uncoloured or amber-coloured standard filament
lamp of the category prescribed for the device, the supply voltage being so regulated as to
produce the reference luminous flux prescribed for that category of lamp.

7.1.1.

All measurements on lamps equipped with non-replaceable light sources (filament lamps and
other) shall be made at 6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V respectively.

In the case of light sources supplied by a special power supply, the above test voltages shall
be applied to the input terminals of that power supply.

7.2.

7.3.

The test laboratory may require from the manufacturer the special power supply needed to
supply the light sources.

However, in the case of an indicator of category 2b for which an additional system (1) is used
to obtain the night-time intensity, the voltage applied to the system for measuring the night-
time intensity shall be that which was applied to the filament lamp for measuring the day-
time intensity.

The vertical and horizontal outlines of the illuminating surface of a light-signalling device
(paragraph 1.2.2) shall be determined and measured in relation to the centre of reference
(paragraph 1.2.5).

8.

COLOUR OF LIGHT EMITTED

The colour of the light emitted shall be within the limits of the co-ordinates prescribed in
annex 5 to this Regulation.

9.

9.1.

MODIFICATIONS OF A TYPE OF DIRECTION INDICATOR FOR MOTOR VEHICLES AND THEIR
TRAILERS AND EXTENSION OF APPROVAL

Every modification of a type of direction indicator shall be notified to the administrative
department which approved the type. The department may then either:

9.1.1.

Consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable adverse effect and
that in any case the device still complies with the requirements; or

9.1.2.

Require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting the tests.

(1) The functioning and installation conditions of this additional device will be defined by special provisisons.

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9.2.

9.3.

Confirmation or refusal of approval, specifying the alterations, shall be communicated by the
procedure specified in paragraph 4.1.4. above to the Parties to the Agreement applying this
Regulation.

The competent authority issuing the extension of approval shall assign a series number for
such an extension and inform thereof the other Parties to the 1958 Agreement applying this
Regulation by means of a communication form conforming to the model in annex 2 to this
Regulation.

10.

CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

10.1.

10.2.

10.3.

10.4.

11.

11.1.

11.2.

The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in the Agreement,
Appendix 2 (E/ECE/324-E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.2), with the following requirements:

Direction indicators approved under this Regulation shall be so manufactured as to conform
to the type approved by meeting the requirements set forth in paragraphs 6 and 8 above.

The minimum requirements for conformity of production control procedures set forth in
annex 6 to this Regulation shall be complied with.

The minimum requirements for sampling by an inspector set forth in annex 7 to this
Regulation shall be complied with.

The authority which has granted type approval may at any time verify the conformity control
methods applied in each production facility. The normal frequency of these verifications shall
be once every two years.

PENALTIES FOR NON-CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

The approval granted in respect of a device pursuant to this Regulation may be withdrawn if
the foregoing requirements are not met.

If a Contracting Party to the Agreement which applies this Regulation withdraws an approval
it has previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other Contracting Parties applying
this Regulation, by means of a communication form conforming to the model in annex 2 to
this Regulation.

12.

PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED

If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a device approved in
accordance with this Regulation, he shall so inform the authority which granted the approval.
Upon receiving the relevant communication, that authority shall inform thereof the other
Parties to the 1958 Agreement applying this Regulation by means of a communication form
conforming to the model in annex 2 to this Regulation.

13.

NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING APPROVAL
TESTS, AND OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS

The Parties to the 1958 Agreement which apply this Regulation shall communicate to the
United Nations Secretariat the names and addresses of the technical services responsible for
conducting approval tests and of the administrative departments which grant approval and
to which forms certifying approval or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval, issued
in other countries, are to be sent.

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14.

14.1.

14.2.

14.3.

TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS

As from the date of entry into force of the 01 series of amendments to this Regulation, no
Contracting Party applying it shall refuse to grant approvals under this Regulation as
amended by the 01 series of amendments.

As from 36 months after the date of entry into force referred to in paragraph 14.1 above,
Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall grant approvals only if the type of light-
signalling device corresponds to the requirements of this Regulation as amended by the
01 series of amendments.

Front direction indicators of categories 1a and 1b as described in paragraph 6.1 of this
Regulation as amended may not be required until three years after the date of entry into force
of this Regulation and then only for new vehicle types for which approval according to
Regulation No. 48 is requested for a new design or a change of design and/or of the shape of
the bodywork affecting the dimensions of the front direction indicators and their position in
relation to the passing lamps or fog lamps.

Approvals granted to direction indicators of categories 4 and 5 under this Regulation in its
original form, unamended, shall cease to be valid five years after the entry into force of the
01 series of amendments to this Regulation, unless the Contracting Party which granted
approval notifies the other Contracting Parties applying this Regulation to the effect that the
type of direction indicator approved also meets the requirements of this Regulation as
amended by the 01 series of amendments.

14.4.

The Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation:

14.4.1.

14.4.2.

Shall continue after the date referred to above to recognise approvals granted in accordance
with the original version of this Regulation for the fitting of replacement devices to vehicles
in use;

May issue approvals for devices on the basis of the original version of this Regulation,
provided that the devices are intended as replacements for fitting to vehicles in use and that
it is not technically feasible for the devices in question to satisfy the new requirements
contained in the 01 series of amendments.

14.5.

Approvals which were granted to direction indicators of categories 1, 2a, 2b and 3 pursuant
to this Regulation in its original form (00 series) until the date referred to in paragraph 14.2
shall remain valid after this date.

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ANNEX 1

Categories of direction indicators: minimum angles required for light distribution in space of these
categories of direction indicators (1)

In all cases, the minimum vertical angles of light distribution in space of direction indicators are 15° above and 15°
below the horizontal, in the case of direction indicators of category 6 however they are 30° above and 5° below the
horizontal.

Minimum horizontal angles of light distribution in space:

Categories 1, 1a and 1b: direction indicators for the front of the vehicle:

Category 1: for use at a distance not less than 40 mm from the headlamp;

Category 1a: for use at a distance greater than 20 mm but less than 40 mm from the headlamp;

Category 1b: for use at a distance less than 20 mm from the headlamp.

Category 2a: Direction indicators with one level of intensity for the rear of the vehicle.

Category 2b: Direction indicators with two levels of intensity for the rear of the vehicle.

(1) The angles shown in these arrangements are correct for devices to be mounted on the right side of the vehicle. The arrows in

these diagrams point towards the front of the vehicle.

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Category 3: Front-side direction indicators for use on a vehicle equipped with this category of direction indicator
only.

Category 4: Front-side direction indicators for use on a vehicle also equipped with category 2a or 2b direction
indicators.

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Categories 5 and 6: Supplementary side direction indicators for use on a vehicle also equipped with categories 1, 1a
or 1b and 2a or 2b direction indicators.

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ANNEX 2

Communication

[Maximum format: A4 (210 × 297 mm)]

(1)

issued by: Name of administration:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

concerning (2): APPROVAL GRANTED

APPROVAL EXTENDED

APPROVAL REFUSED

APPROVAL WITHDRAWN

PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED

of a type of direction indicator pursuant to Regulation No. 6

Approval No.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Extension No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

Trade name or mark of the device:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manufacturer’s name for the type of device:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manufacturer’s name and address:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

If applicable, name and address of the manufacturer’s representative:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Submitted for approval on:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Date of test report issued by that service:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

(1) Distinguishing number of the country which has granted/extended/refused /withdrawn approval (see approval provisions in the

Regulation).

(2) Strike out what does not apply.

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8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15.

16.

Number of test report issued by that service:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Concise description (1):

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Category: 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3, 4, 5, 6 (2).

Number and category of filament lamp(s):

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Position of the approval mark:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reason(s) for extension (if applicable):

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Approval granted/extended/refused/withdrawn (2):

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Place:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Date:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Signature:

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The list of documents deposited with the Administrative Service which has granted approval is annexed
to this communication and may be obtained on request.

(1) For lamps with non-replaceable light sources indicate the number and the total wattage of the light sources.
(2) Strike out what does not apply.

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ANNEX 3

Arrangement of the approval mark

Figure 1

The device bearing the approval marking shown above is a category-4 device (front-side direction indicator) approved
in Italy (E3) under No. 216, which may also be used in an assembly of two lamps. The arrow shows in what position
this device, which cannot be mounted on either side of the vehicle indiscriminately, is to be mounted. The arrow
points towards the front of the vehicle.

The number mentioned close to the symbol
requirements of Regulation No. 6 as amended by the 01 series of amendments.

‘4 D’

indicates that the approval was granted according to the

Direction in which the arrows on the approval mark point, according to the category of the device is shown below:

Note: The approval number and the additional symbols shall be placed close to the circle and either above or below
the letter ‘E’, or to the right or left of that letter. The digits of the approval number shall be on the same side of the
letter ‘E’ and face the same direction. The use of Roman numerals as approval numbers should be avoided so as to
prevent any confusion with other symbols.

Simplified marking of grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps when two or more lamps are part of
the same assembly.

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Figure 2

The vertical and horizontal lines schematise the shape of the light-signalling device. These are not part of the approval
mark.

Note: The three examples of approval marks shown above (models A, B and C) represent three possible variables
for the marking of a lighting device when two or more lamps are part of the same assembly of grouped,
combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps.

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They indicate that the device was approved in the Netherlands (E4) under number 3333 and comprise:

a reflex-reflector of class IA approved in accordance with the 02 series of amendments to Regulation No. 3;

a rear direction indicator of category 2a approved in accordance with the 01 series of amendments to Regulation
No. 6;

a red rear position lamp (R) approved in accordance with the 01 series of amendments to Regulation No. 7;

a rear fog lamp (F) approved in accordance with Regulation No. 38 in its original version;

a reversing lamp (AR) approved in accordance with Regulation No. 23 in its original version;

a stop lamp with two levels of illumination (S2) approved in accordance with the 01 series of amendments to
Regulation No. 7.

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Note: The three examples shown above correspond to a lighting device bearing an approval mark relating to:

a front position lamp approved in accordance with the 01 series of amendments to Regulation No. 7;

a headlamp with a passing beam designed for right-hand and left-hand traffic and a driving beam with a maximum
intensity comprised between 86 250 and 101 250 candelas, approved in accordance with the 02 series of
amendments to Regulation No. 20;

a front fog lamp approved in accordance with the 02 series of amendments to Regulation No. 19;

a front direction indicator lamp of category 1a approved in accordance with the 01 series of amendments to
Regulation No. 6.

Lamp reciprocally incorporated with a headlamp.

Figure 3

The above example corresponds to the marking of a lens intended to be used in different types of headlamps, namely:

either: a headlamp with a passing beam designed for right-hand and left-hand traffic and a driving beam with a
maximum intensity comprised between 86 250 and 101 250 candelas, approved in Germany (E1) in accordance
with the requirements of Regulation No. 8 as amended by the 04 series of amendments; which is reciprocally
incorporated with a front direction indicator approved in accordance with the 01 series of amendments to Regulation
No. 6;

or: a headlamp with a passing beam designed for right-hand and left-hand traffic and a driving beam, approved in
Germany (E1) in accordance with the requirements of Regulation No. 1 as amended by the 01 series of amendments,
which is reciprocally incorporated with the same front direction indicator as above;

or even: either of the above-mentioned headlamps approved as a single lamp. The main body of the headlamp shall
bear the only valid approval number, for instance:

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ANNEX 4

Photometric measurements

1.

MEASUREMENT METHODS

1.1.

During photometric measurements, stray reflections shall be avoided by appropriate masking.

1.2.

1.2.1.

1.2.2.

1.2.3.

In case the results of measurements should be challenged, measurements shall be carried out in such a
way as to meet the following requirements:

The distance of measurement shall be such that the law of the inverse of the square of the distance is
applicable;

The measuring equipment shall be such that the angular aperture of the receiver viewed from the
reference centre of the light is comprised between 10’ and 1 degree;

The intensity requirement for a particular direction of observation shall be deemed to be satisfied if that
requirement is met in a direction deviating by not more than one-quarter of a degree from the direction
of observation.

2.

TABLE OF STANDARD LIGHT DISTRIBUTION IN SPACE

— for direction indicators of the categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3, 4 and 5

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— for direction indicators of category 6 (outer side of the vehicle)

2.1.

The direction H = 0° and V = 0° corresponds to the reference axis. (On the vehicle, it is horizontal,
parallel to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle and oriented in the required direction of
visibility.) It passes through the centre of reference. The values shown in the tables give, for the various
directions of measurement, the minimum intensities as a percentage of the minimum intensities
required in the table in paragraph 6.1:

2.1.1.

in the direction H = 0° and V = 0° for categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3 and in the case of category 4 to the
front only;

2.1.2.

in the direction H = 5° and V = 0° for category 6.

2.2.

Within the field of light distribution of paragraph 2, schematically shown as a grid, the light pattern
should be substantially uniform, i.e. in so far as the light intensity in each direction of a part of the field
formed by the grid lines shall meet at least the lowest minimum value being shown on the grid lines
surrounding the questioned direction as a percentage.

3.

PHOTOMETRIC MEASUREMENT OF LAMPS EQUIPPED WITH SEVERAL LIGHT SOURCES

The photometric performance shall be checked:

3.1.

For non-replaceable light sources (filament lamps and other):

with the light sources present in the lamp, in accordance with paragraph 7.1.1 of this Regulation.

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3.2.

For replaceable filament lamps:

when equipped with mass production filament lamps at 6,75 V, 13,5 V or 28,0 V, the luminous
intensity values produced shall lie between the maximum limit given in this Regulation and the
minimum limit of this Regulation increased according to the permissible deviation of the luminous flux
permitted for the type of filament lamp chosen, as stated in Regulation No 37 for production of
filament lamps; alternatively a standard filament lamp may be used in turn, in each of the individual
positions, operated at its reference flux, the individual measurements in each position being added
together.

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ANNEX 5

Colour of amber lights: trichromatic co-ordinates

Limit towards yellow: y ˜ 0,429

Limit towards red: y ¯ 0,398

Limit towards white: z ˜ 0,007

For checking these colorimetric characteristics, a source of light at a colour temperature of 2 856 K corresponding
to illuminant A of the International Commission on Illumination (CIE) shall be used in conformity with the
Convention on Road Traffic (E/CONF.56/16/Rev.1). However, for lamps equipped with non-replaceable light sources
(filament lamps and other), the calorimetric characteristics should be verified with the light sources present in the
lamp, in accordance with paragraph 7.1.1 of this Regulation.

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ANNEX 6

Minimum requirements for conformity of production control procedures

1.

GENERAL

1.1.

1.2.

1.2.1.

1.2.2.

1.3.

The conformity requirements shall be considered satisfied from a mechanical and geometric standpoint,
if the differences do not exceed inevitable manufacturing deviations within the requirements of this
Regulation.

With respect to photometric performances, the conformity of mass-produced direction indicators shall
not be contested if, when testing photometric performances of any direction indicator chosen at
random and equipped with a standard filament lamp, or when the direction indicators are equipped
with non-replaceable light sources (filament lamps or other), and when all measurements are made at
6,75 V, 13,5 V or 28,0 V respectively:

no measured value deviates unfavourably by more than 20 per cent from the values prescribed in this
Regulation.

If, in the case of a direction indicator equipped with a replaceable light source and if results of the test
described above do not meet the requirements, tests on direction indicators shall be repeated using
another standard filament lamp.

The chromaticity coordinates shall be complied with when the direction indicator is equipped with a
standard filament lamp, or for direction indicators equipped with non-replaceable light sources
(filament lamps or other), when the colorimetric characteristics are verified with the light source present
in the direction indicator.

2.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR VERIFICATION OF CONFORMITY BY THE MANUFACTURER

For each type of direction indicator the holder of the approval mark shall carry out at least the following
tests, at appropriate intervals. The tests shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions of this
Regulation.

If any sampling shows non-conformity with regard to the type of test concerned, further samples shall
be taken and tested. The manufacturer shall take steps to ensure the conformity of the production
concerned.

2.1.

Nature of tests

Tests of conformity in this Regulation shall cover the photometric and colorimetric characteristics.

2.2.

Methods used in tests

2.2.1.

Tests shall generally be carried out in accordance with the methods set out in this Regulation.

2.2.2.

In any test of conformity carried out by the manufacturer, equivalent methods may be used with the
consent of the competent authority responsible for approval tests. The manufacturer is responsible for
proving that the applied methods are equivalent to those laid down in this Regulation.

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2.2.3.

2.2.4.

The application of paragraphs 2.2.1 and 2.2.2 requires regular calibration of test apparatus and its
correlation with measurements made by a competent authority.

In all cases the reference methods shall be those of this Regulation, particularly for the purpose of
administrative verification and sampling.

2.3.

Nature of sampling

Samples of direction indicators shall be selected at random from the production of a uniform batch. A
uniform batch means a set of direction indicators of the same type, defined according to the production
methods of the manufacturer.

The assessment shall
factories. However, a
in general cover series production from individual
manufacturer may group together records concerning the same type from several factories, provided
these operate under the same quality system and quality management.

2.4.

Measured and recorded photometric characteristics

The sampled direction indicator shall be subjected to photometric measurements for the minimum
values at the points listed in annex 4, and the chromaticity coordinates listed in annex 5, provided for
in the Regulation.

2.5.

Criteria governing acceptability

The manufacturer is responsible for carrying out a statistical study of the test results and for defining,
in agreement with the competent authority, criteria governing the acceptability of his products in order
to meet the specifications laid down for verification of conformity of products in paragraph 10.1 of
Regulation.

The criteria governing the acceptability shall be such that, with a confidence level of 95 per cent, the
minimum probability of passing a spot check in accordance with annex 7 (first sampling)would be
0,95.

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ANNEX 7

Minimum requirements for sampling by an inspector

1.

1.1.

1.2.

1.2.1.

1.2.2.

GENERAL

The conformity requirements shall be considered satisfied from a mechanical and a geometric
standpoint, in accordance with the requirements of this Regulation, if any, if the differences do not
exceed inevitable manufacturing deviations.

With respect to photometric performance, the conformity of mass-produced direction indicators shall
not be contested if, when testing photometric performances of any direction indicator chosen at
random and equipped with a standard filament lamp, or when the lamps are equipped with non-
replaceable light sources filament lamps or other), and when all measurements are made at 6.75 V,13.5 V
or 28.0 V respectively:

no measured value deviates unfavourably by more than 20 per cent from the values prescribed in this
Regulation.

If, in the case of a direction indicator equipped with a replaceable light source and if results of the test
described above do not meet the requirements, tests on direction indicators shall be repeated using
another standard filament lamp.

1.2.3.

Direction indicators with apparent defects are disregarded.

1.3.

The chromaticity coordinates shall be complied with when the direction indicator is equipped with a
standard filament lamp, or for direction indicators equipped with non-replaceable light sources
(filament lamps or other), when the colorimetric characteristics are verified with the light source present
in the direction indicator.

2.

FIRST SAMPLING

In the first sampling four direction indicators are selected at random. The first sample of two is marked
A, the second sample of two is marked B.

2.1.

The conformity is not contested.

2.1.1.

Following the sampling procedure shown in Figure 1 of this annex the conformity of mass-produced
direction indicators shall not be contested if the deviation of the measured values of the direction
indicators in the unfavourable directions are:

2.1.1.1.

sample A

A1: one direction indicator 0 %

one direction indicator not more than 20 %

A2: both direction indicators more than 0 %

but not more than 20 %

go to sample B

2.1.1.2.

sample B

B1: both direction indicators 0 %

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2.1.2.

or if the conditions of paragraph 1.2.2 for sample A are fulfilled.

2.2.

The conformity is contested.

2.2.1.

Following the sampling procedure shown in Figure 1 of this annex the conformity of mass-produced
direction indicators shall be contested and the manufacturer requested to make his production meet
the requirements (alignment) if the deviations of the measured values of the direction indicators are:

2.2.1.1.

sample A

A3: one direction indicator not more than 20 %

one direction indicator more than 20 %

but not more than 30 %

2.2.1.2.

sample B

B2: in the case of A2

one direction indicator more than 0 %

but not more than 20 %

one direction indicator not more than 20 %

B3: in the case of A2

one direction indicator 0 %

one direction indicator more than 20 %

but not more than 30 %

2.2.2.

or if the conditions of paragraph 1.2.2 for sample A are not fulfilled.

2.3.

Approval withdrawn

Conformity shall be contested and paragraph 11 applied if, following the sampling procedure in
Figure 1 of this annex, the deviations of the measured values of the direction indicators are:

2.3.1.

sample A

A4: one direction indicator not more than 20 %

one direction indicator more than 30 %

A5: both direction indicators more than 20 %

2.3.2.

sample B

B4: in the case of A2

one direction indicator more than 0 %

but not more than 20 %

one direction indicator more than 20 %

B5: in the case of A2

both direction indicators more than 20 %

B6: in the case of A2

one direction indicator 0 %

one direction indicator more than 30 %

2.3.3.

or if the conditions of paragraph 1.2.2 for samples A and B are not fulfilled

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3.

REPEATED SAMPLING

In the cases of A3, B2, B3 a repeated sampling, third sample C of two direction indicators and fourth
sample D of two direction indicators, selected from stock manufactured after alignment, is necessary
within two months’ time after the notification.

3.1.

The conformity is not contested.

3.1.1.

Following the sampling procedure shown in Figure 1 of this annex the conformity of mass-produced
direction indicators shall not be contested if the deviations of the measured values of the direction
indicators are:

3.1.1.1.

sample C

C1: one direction indicator 0 %

one direction indicator not more than 20 %

C2: both direction indicators more than 0 %

But not more than 20 %

go to sample D

3.1.1.2.

sample D

D1: in the case of C2

both direction indicators 0 %

3.1.2.

or if the conditions of paragraph 1.2.2 for sample C are fulfilled.

3.2.

The conformity is contested.

3.2.1.

Following the sampling procedure shown in Figure 1 of this annex the conformity of mass-produced
direction indicators shall be contested and the manufacturer requested to make his production meet
the requirements (alignment) if the deviations of the measured values of the direction indicators are:

3.2.1.1.

sample D

D2: in the case of C2

one direction indicator more than 0 %

but not more than 20 %

one direction indicator not more than 20 %

3.2.1.2.

or if the conditions of paragraph 1.2.2 for sample C are not fulfilled.

3.3.

Approval withdrawn

Conformity shall be contested and paragraph 11 applied if, following the sampling procedure in
Figure 1 of this annex, the deviations of the measured values of the direction indicators are:

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3.3.1.

sample C

C3: one direction indicator not more than 20 %

one direction indicator more than 20 %

C4: both direction indicators more than 20 %

3.3.2.

sample D

D3: in the case of C2

one direction indicator 0 or more than 0 %

one direction indicator more than 20 %

3.3.3.

or if the conditions of paragraph 1.2.2 for samples C and D are not fulfilled.

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Figure 1