CELEX: 42006X1227(04)
Language: en
Date: 2006-12-27 00:00:00
Title: Regulation No 114 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE). Uniform provisions concerning the approval of: I. An Airbag Module for a Replacement Airbag System; II. A Replacement Steering Wheel equipped with an Airbag Module of an Approved Type; III. A Replacement Airbag System other than that installed in a Steering Wheel.

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 Only the original UN/ECE texts have legal effect under international public law. The status and
date of entry into force of this Regulation should be checked in the latest version of the UN/ECE
                       status document TRANS/WP.29/343/Rev.X, available at:
          http://www.unece.org/trans/main/wp29/wp29wgs/wp29gen/wp29fdocstts.html.
               Regulation No 114 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the
                                      United Nations (UN/ECE).
          Uniform provisions concerning the approval of :
          I. An Airbag Module for a Replacement Airbag System;
          II. A Replacement Steering Wheel equipped with an Airbag Module of an
               Approved Type;
          III. A Replacement Airbag System other than that installed in a Steering Wheel.
1.               SCOPE
                 This Regulation applies to the following aftermarket equipment:
1.1.             to airbag modules for replacement airbag systems intended to be installed on
                 motor vehicles;
1.2.             to replacement steering wheels for vehicles of categories M1 and N1, equipped
                 with an airbag module of an approved type and intended to be installed as an
                 additional restraint system beside safety-belts and other restraint systems in
                 power-driven vehicles, i.e. a system which, in the event of a severe impact,
                 automatically deploys a flexible structure intended to reduce the severity of
                 injuries of the occupants;
1.3.             to replacement airbag systems other than those installed in steering wheels and
                 equipped with airbag modules of an approved type as an additional restraint
                 system beside safety-belts and other restraint systems in power-driven vehicles of
                 categories M1 and N1, i.e. a system which, in the event of a severe impact,
                 automatically deploys a flexible structure intended to reduce the severity of
                 injuries of the occupants.
2.               DEFINITIONS
2.1.             "Airbag system" means a group of components which, once installed in vehicle(s),
                 perform all functions provided for by the manufacturer. This system comprises as
                 a minimum a release unit activating one or more airbag modules and the electrical
                 wiring harness, if present.
2.2.             "Airbag" means a flexible material, forming an enclosed volume that receives the
                 gas from the inflator and restrains the occupant.
2.3.             "Airbag module" means the smallest sub-assembly comprising the energy source
                 for its deployment and the airbag involved in the deployment.
2.4.             "Replacement steering wheel" (equipped with an airbag module) means an
                 aftermarket steering wheel which is supplied to modify a motor vehicle and which
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           may vary in its functional dimensions, form and/or material from the original
           steering wheel provided by the vehicle manufacturer.
2.5.       "Replacement airbag system" means an aftermarket airbag system which is
           supplied to modify a motor vehicle, and which may vary in its functional
           dimensions, form, materials or operation from any original airbag system
           provided by the vehicle manufacturer for that motor vehicle.
2.6.       Categories of airbag modules for replacement airbag systems:
2.6.1.     Category A: Device intended to protect the driver of a vehicle in the event of a
           frontal collision.
2.6.2.     Category B:      Device intended to protect front seat passenger(s) other than the
           driver in        the event of a frontal collision.
2.6.3.     Category C: Device intended to protect the passenger(s) in seats other than the
           front seats in the event of a frontal collision.
2.6.4.     Category D: Device intended to protect the front seat occupant(s) in the event of
           a lateral collision.
2.7.       "Instant of release" means the moment at which, in the event of an impact causing
           airbag deployment, the components producing that deployment are irreversibly
           actuated.
2.8.       "Control unit or release unit" means the sub-assembly comprising all components
           permitting the collision to be detected and producing release.
2.9.       "Wiring harness" means all the electrical conductors and connections linking the
           various parts of the complete airbag system to each other and possibly to the
           vehicle.
2.10.      "Unladen kerb mass" means the mass of the vehicle in running order, unoccupied
           and unladen but complete with fuel, coolant, lubricant, tools and spare wheel (if
           these are provided as a standard equipment by the vehicle manufacturer).
2.11.      "Type of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system" comprises airbag
           modules which do not differ in such essential aspects as:
           (a)    the category of an airbag module,
           (b)    the geometry of the airbag,
           (c)    the material of the airbag,
           (d)    the vents or equivalent devices,
           (e)    the gas generator,
           (f)    the envelope principle,
           (g)    the material, structure and dimension of the cover,
           (h)    the composition of the propellant,
           (i)    the method of fixation of the module.
2.12.      "Type of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag module" means
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          aftermarket steering wheels, which do not differ in such essential aspects as:
          (a)    the presence of an airbag,
          (b)    the dimension and diameter of the steering wheel,
          (c)    the form, in so far as the safety performance and the strength performance is
                 influenced,
          (d)    the material,
          (e)    the type definition of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system
                 according to paragraph 2.11. above.
2.13.     "Type of a replacement airbag system other than that installed in a steering wheel"
          comprises replacement airbag systems, which do not differ in such essential
          respects as:
          (a)    the category of airbag module,
          (b)    the geometry of the airbag,
          (c)    the material of the airbag,
          (d)    the vents or equivalent devices,
          (e)    the gas generator,
          (f)    the envelope principle,
          (g)    the material, structure and dimension of the cover,
          (h)    the composition of the propellant,
          (i)    the method of fixation of the module.
2.14.     "Vehicle type" means a category of power-driven vehicles, which do not differ in
          such essential respects in so far as they have an effect on the results of the impact
          tests prescribed in this Regulation for:
          (a)    the structure, dimension, body version and materials of the vehicle,
          (b)    the unladen kerb mass, as defined in paragraph 2.10. above,
          (c)    the steering control, the seat and the safety-belt system and other restraint
                 systems,
          (d)    the siting and orientation of the engine,
          (e)    the parts and optional arrangements or fittings of the vehicle which influence
                 the performance of the airbag.
3.        APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL
3.1.      Application for approval of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system
3.1.1.    The application for approval of an airbag module shall be submitted by the holder
          of the trade mark of the airbag module manufacturer, the component manufacturer
          or by their duly accredited representatives.
3.1.2.    For each category of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system, the
          application shall be accompanied by the following documents in triplicate and the
          following particulars:
3.1.2.1.  A technical description, including mounting instructions and specifying the
          type(s) of vehicle for which the airbag module is intended,
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3.1.2.2.   Sufficiently detailed drawings to permit the verification of the positions intended
           for the approval mark as required under paragraph 4.1.4. below.
3.1.2.3.   A sufficient number of airbag modules shall be submitted to the technical service
           responsible for the tests and verification of the conformity with the relevant
           paragraphs 5. and 6. of this Regulation.
3.2.       Application for approval of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag
           module of an approved type
3.2.1.     The application for approval of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an
           airbag module shall be submitted by the holder of the trademark of the
           replacement steering wheel or by the manufacturer, or by their duly accredited
           representative.
3.2.2.     For each type of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag module,
           the application shall be accompanied by the following documents in triplicate and
           the following particulars:
3.2.2.1.   a technical description, including mounting instructions,
3.2.2.2.   sufficiently detailed drawings,
3.2.2.3.   drawings showing the position of the airbag module(s) and its (their)
           attachment(s) on the steering wheel,
3.2.2.4.   the position intended for the approval mark and required under paragraph 4.2.4.
           below,
3.2.2.5.   a sufficient number of replacement steering wheels equipped with airbag modules
           and vehicles representative of the types for which the replacement steering wheel
           shall be approved for shall be submitted to the technical service responsible for
           conducting the approval tests so as to verify conformity with the relevant
           paragraphs 5. and 6. of this Regulation.
3.3.       Application for approval of a replacement airbag system other than that installed
           in a steering wheel
3.3.1.     The application for approval of a replacement airbag system other than that
           installed in a steering wheel shall be submitted by the holder of the trade mark of
           the replacement airbag system or by the manufacturer, or by their duly accredited
           representatives.
3.3.2.     For each type of a replacement airbag system, the application shall be
           accompanied by the following documents in triplicate and the following
           particulars:
3.3.2.1.   a technical description, including mounting instructions,
3.3.2.2.   sufficiently detailed drawings,
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3.3.2.3.         drawings showing the position of the airbag system(s) and its (their) attachment(s)
                 on the vehicle,
3.3.2.4.         the position intended for the approval mark and required under paragraph 4.3.4.
                 below,
3.3.2.5.         a sufficient number of replacement airbag systems and vehicles representative of
                 the types for which the replacement system shall be approved for, shall be
                 submitted to the technical service responsible for conducting the approval tests so
                 as to verify conformity with the relevant paragraphs 5. and 6. of this Regulation.
4.               APPROVAL
4.1.             Approval of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system
4.1.1.           If the samples of the airbag module submitted for approval meet the requirements
                 of the relevant paragraphs 5. and 6. below, approval for this type of airbag module
                 for a replacement airbag system shall be granted.
4.1.2.           An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits
                 (00 at present) 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 may not assign the same number to
                 another type of airbag module for a replacement airbag system.
4.1.3.           Notice of approval or of refusal or extension or withdrawal of approval or of
                 definite discontinuation of production of a type of airbag module for a
                 replacement airbag system, pursuant to this Regulation, shall be communicated to
                 the Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation, by means of a form
                 conforming to the model in Annex 1 to this Regulation.
4.1.4.           The samples of airbag modules for a replacement airbag system shall be clearly
                 and indelibly marked with the manufacturer's trade name or mark and an approval
                 mark consisting of:
4.1.4.1.         a circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the
                 country which has granted approval, (1)
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   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 Serbia and Montenegro, 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 for Ireland, 25 for
   Croatia, 26 for Slovenia, 27 for Slovakia, 28 for Belarus, 29 for Estonia, 30 (vacant), 31 for Bosnia and
   Herzegovina, 32 for Latvia, 33 (vacant), 34 for Bulgaria, 35 (vacant), 36 for Lithuania, 37 for Turkey,
   38 (vacant), 39 for Azerbaijan, 40 for The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, 41 (vacant), 42 for the
   European Community (Approvals are granted by its Member States using their respective ECE symbol), 43 for
   Japan, 44 (vacant), 45 for Australia, 46 for Ukraine, 47 for South Africa and 48 for New Zealand. 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 Technical Prescriptions for Wheeled Vehicles, Equipment and
   Parts which can be Fitted and/or be Used on Wheeled Vehicles and the Conditions for Reciprocal Recognition of
   Approvals Granted on the Basis of these Prescriptions, 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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4.1.4.2.         an approval number,
4.1.4.3.         an additional symbol, indicating the airbag module category (see paragraph 2.6.
                 above).
4.1.5.           The approval mark and the additional symbol shall be clearly legible and
                 indelible.
4.1.6.           Annex 4 to this Regulation gives an example of the approval mark and the
                 additional symbol mentioned above.
4.2.             Approval of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag module of an
                 approved type
4.2.1.           If a replacement steering wheel type equipped with an airbag module of an
                 approved type submitted for approval meets the requirements of the relevant
                 paragraphs 5. and 6. below, approval of that type of replacement steering wheel
                 equipped with an airbag module of an approved type shall be granted.
4.2.2.           An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits
                 (00 at present) 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 may not assign the same number to
                 another type of replacement steering wheel.
4.2.3.           Notice of approval or refusal or extension or withdrawal of approval or of definite
                 discontinuation of production of a type of replacement steering wheel equipped
                 with an airbag module of an approved type pursuant to this Regulation shall be
                 communicated to the Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation, by means
                 of a form conforming to the model in Annex 2 to this Regulation.
4.2.4.           The samples of the replacement airbag steering wheel and the hub (adapters) shall
                 be clearly and indelibly marked with the manufacturer's trade name or mark and
                 an approval mark consisting of:
4.2.4.1.         a circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the
                 country which has granted approval, (2)
4.2.4.2.         an approval number,
4.2.4.3.         an additional symbol, indicating the airbag module category (see paragraph. 2.6.
                 above).
4.2.5.           The approval mark and the additional symbol shall be clearly legible and
                 indelible.
4.2.6.           The approval mark shall be placed on the replacement steering wheel and on the
                 hub (adapter). If the replacement steering wheel and hub are in one piece, one
                 approval mark and one mark with the manufacturer's trade name or mark is
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                 sufficient.
4.2.7.           Annex 5 to this Regulation gives an example of the approval mark and the
                 additional symbol mentioned above.
4.3.             Approval of a replacement airbag system other than that installed in a steering
                 wheel
4.3.1.           If a replacement airbag system other than that installed in a steering wheel
                 submitted for approval meets the requirements of the relevant paragraphs 5. and 6.
                 below, approval of that type of replacement airbag system shall be granted.
4.3.2.           An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits
                 (00 at present) 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 may not assign the same number to
                 another type of replacement airbag system.
4.3.3.           Notice of approval or refusal or extension or withdrawal of approval or of definite
                 discontinuation of production of a replacement airbag system pursuant to this
                 Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the Agreement applying this
                 Regulation, by means of a form conforming to the model in Annex 3 to this
                 Regulation.
4.3.4.           The samples of the replacement airbag system shall be clearly and indelibly
                 marked with the manufacturer's trade name or mark and an approval mark
                 consisting of:
4.3.4.1.         a circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of the
                 country which has granted approval, (3)
4.3.4.2.         an approval number,
4.3.4.3.         an additional symbol, indicating the airbag module category (see paragraph. 2.6.
                 above).
4.3.5.           The approval mark and the additional symbol shall be clearly legible and
                 indelible.
4.3.6.           Annex 6 to this Regulation gives an example of the approval mark and the
                 additional symbol mentioned above.
5.               REQUIREMENTS
5.1.             General requirements for the approval of an airbag module for a replacement
                 airbag system, a replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag module of
                 an approved type, or a replacement airbag system other than that installed in a
                 steering wheel.
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5.1.1.     Before type approval is granted according to paragraphs 4.1., 4.2. and/or 4.3., the
           competent authority shall verify the existence of satisfactory arrangements for
           ensuring:
5.1.1.1.   installation, maintenance, repair and dismantling of the system by trained
           technicians only according to a manual, which shall be prepared by the applicant
           of the approval.
5.1.1.2.   substitution of a part or the complete system after guaranteed lifetime,
5.1.1.3.   labelling and notices for rescue persons, labelling and information for the use of
           child restraint systems.
5.1.2.     Interference from magnetic fields shall not disrupt the operation of the airbag
           system.
5.1.3.     A complete system shall comprise a device alerting the user if the airbag system is
           not in working order as designed.
5.1.4.     Airbag modules for replacement airbag system of category A shall be so designed
           that, when they are submitted to a test in accordance with the requirements of
           paragraph 5.2.2.7., static deployment test, the airbag may be pushed aside
           manually after full deployment.
5.1.5.     Toxicity and burns
           A certificate shall be presented stating that the nature, concentration and
           temperature of the gases and solid particles released on deployment of an airbag
           are not such as to be liable to injure seriously the occupants of the vehicle. The
           authorities responsible for issuing the approval shall reserve the right to verify the
           accuracy of the statement.
5.2.       Requirements for the approval of an airbag module for a replacement airbag
           system
5.2.1.     Each airbag module shall comply with the requirements of the "International
           Standard ISO 12097-2 ROAD VEHICLES-AIRBAG COMPONENT TESTING-
           PART 2: Testing of Airbag Modules" version: 1996-08-00, to guarantee the
           operating safety of the airbag modules.
           Airbag modules designed for front seats equipped with side airbag systems shall
           comply, as far as possible, with the requirements of the above-mentioned ISO
           Standard (for example tests according to paragraph 5.2.2.).
           The module manufacturer shall state that the above-mentioned tests were carried
           out with positive test results. In case of doubts the approval authority responsible
           for issuing the approval shall reserve the right to verify the accuracy of this
           statement.
5.2.2.     Instead of paragraph 5.2.1., a reduced test programme is permitted which shows
           as a minimum the following test elements:
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5.2.2.1.  Drop test
5.2.2.2.  Mechanical impact test
5.2.2.3.  Simultaneous vibration temperature test
5.2.2.4.  Thermal humidity cycling test
5.2.2.5.  Solar radiation simulation test
5.2.2.6.  Temperature shock test
5.2.2.7.  Static deployment test
5.3.      Requirements for the approval of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an
          airbag module of an approved type
5.3.1.    Before type approval is granted according to paragraph 4.2., the competent
          authority shall verify the existence of satisfactory arrangements for carrying out:
5.3.1.1.  a heat test of the replacement steering wheel (all parts except the airbag module),
          as described in paragraph 6.2.1.1., to guarantee a cohesion of all materials.
5.3.1.2.  a bending test, as described in paragraph 6.2.1.2., to guarantee a minimum
          deformation of the steering wheel rim,
5.3.1.3.  a torque test, as described in paragraph 6.2.1.3., to guarantee a sufficient stiffness
          when the replacement steering wheel is loaded tangentially to the steering wheel
          rim,
5.3.1.4.  a fatigue test, as described in paragraph 6.2.1.4., to guarantee a sufficient lifetime.
5.3.2.    For the replacement steering wheel, it must be guaranteed that the effective
          diameter is not substantially smaller than the effective diameter of the steering
          wheel installed by the manufacturer of the vehicle. This requirement is deemed
          fulfilled when the effective diameter of the replacement steering wheel is not less
          than 0.9 times the effective diameter of the steering wheel used by the vehicle
          manufacturer.
5.3.3.    The size and fitting of the replacement steering wheel to the steering column must
          be within the dimensions and tolerances specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
          Otherwise the replacement manufacturer shall demonstrate to the Technical
          Service the proper function of any other chosen fixing method.
5.3.4.    The replacement steering wheel shall allow the drivers a direct view to all
          important instruments and indicators such as
          (a)    the speedometer and
          (b)    the tell tale signs for:
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                  direction indicator
                  main beam
                  rear fog lamp
                  hazard warning signal
                  automatic antilock system
                  brake system malfunctions
                  airbag function indicator
           The tests shall be carried out according to the prescription laid down in paragraph
           6.2.2.
5.3.5.     Replacement steering wheels equipped with airbag modules of an approved type
           shall be such that, when installed in a vehicle, this vehicle fulfils the requirements
           of paragraphs 5.2.1.1., 5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4. and 5.2.1.5. of Regulation
           No. 94, 01 series of amendments.
           In case of doubt, when verifying the conformity of the replacement steering wheel
           equipped with an airbag module of an approved type to the requirements of this
           Regulation, account shall be taken of any data or test results provided by the
           applicant for approval, and these can be taken into consideration in validating the
           approval test carried out by the technical service.
5.4.       Requirements for the approval of a replacement airbag system other than that
           installed in a steering wheel
5.4.1.     Replacement airbag systems shall be equipped with an approved airbag module or
           it shall be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the technical service, responsible for
           this test, that the system used complies with the requirements prescribed in
           paragraphs 5.1. and 5.2. above.
5.4.2.     Replacement airbag systems other than those installed in steering wheels shall be
           such that, when installed in a vehicle, this vehicle fulfils in case of an airbag
           system of:
5.4.2.1.   category B, the requirements of paragraphs 5.2.1.1., 5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4., and
           5.2.1.5. of Regulation No. 94, 01 series of amendments;
5.4.2.2.   category C, the requirements of paragraphs 5.2.1.1., 5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4., and
           5.2.1.5. of Regulation No. 94, 01 series of amendments; in addition instrumented
           dummies shall be used for the verification of the performance of the airbag
           system;
5.4.2.3.   category D, the requirements of paragraphs 5.2.1.1., 5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4., and
           5.2.1.5. of Regulation No. 95, 01 series of amendments; in this case the side
           impact dummy shall be used for the test.
6.         TESTS
6.1.       Tests of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system
           The tests shall be carried out according to ISO 12097-Part 2, version 1996-08-00.
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6.2.      Tests of a replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag module of an
          approved type
6.2.1.    Strength tests:
6.2.1.1.  Heat test
          The replacement steering wheel (except the airbag module) is exposed to the
          following temperature carried out in one circle:
          -     16 hours at       - 15°C ± 2°C
          -     30 minutes at     + 22°C ± 2°C
          -     3 hours at        + 80°C ± 2°C
          -     30 minutes at     - 22°C ± 2°C
          This test must leave no permanent deformation over and above the design
          tolerances, or any cracks or fractures.
6.2.1.2.  Bending test
          The replacement steering wheel is exposed to a temperature of at least -
          15°C ± 2°C for 16 hours. The replacement steering wheel is then mounted with
          its hub on a rigid shaft and the steering wheel rim is subjected to a static loading
          of 70 daN ± 0.5 daN acting perpendicular to the plane of the rim. The test loading
          must be applied on the rim and between two spokes that confine the greatest
          angle.
          This test may not leave any permanent deformation on the rim of the replacement
          steering wheel that would be greater than 8 per cent of the steering wheel
          diameter. There must be no signs of any cracks or fractures, which will affect the
          operational safety of the steering wheel.
6.2.1.3.  Torque test
          The replacement steering wheel is mounted with its hub on a rigid shaft and
          subjected statically to a test load of 70 daN ± 0.5 daN applied tangentially to the
          steering wheel rim. The permanent deformation resulting from this test may not
          exceed 1 degree in the direction of rotation. The test may not leave any signs of
          cracks or fractures, which might affect the operational safety of the steering
          wheel. The steering wheel rim is then subjected to a tangential load
          corresponding to a torque or 22 daNm ± 0.5 daNm. This must not affect the
          steering wheel's operational safety even if the permanent deformation is greater
          than 1 degree in the direction of rotation.
6.2.1.4.  Fatigue test
          The replacement steering wheel is mounted with its rim in a test jig, as shown in
          Annex 7, figure of an example of a fatigue test device, and subjected to a
          approximate sinusoidal endurance load cycle test with a torque of
          14 daNm ± 0.5 daNm at a frequency of 1.5 Hz ± 0.25 Hz.
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           The replacement steering wheel must withstand at least 1 x 105 load cycles
           without showing any signs of cracks or fractures which might affect its
           operational safety.
6.2.2.     Installation requirement tests and driver's view to the instrument panel
6.2.2.1.   The driver's view to:
           (a)    the speedometer
           (b)    the tell tales for:
                  direction indicator
                  main beam
                  rear fog lamp
                  hazard warning signal
                  automatic antilock system
                  brake system malfunctions
                  airbag function indicator
           shall be guaranteed. The visibility is assessed by means of a comparative
           evaluation of photographs taken of the instrument panel of the vehicle under test
           equipped with a replacement steering wheel. The H points are measured after the
           vehicle has been aligned on the three dimensional measuring device.
           The relation between vehicle and coordinate system is established through
           reference points of the body.
           If the coordinates of the R point are not known, the H point is determined using a
           50 percentile manikin. The driver's seat is adjusted as follows:
           (a)      seat in rearmost position of the device for longitudinal adjustment;
           (b)      backrest inclined corresponding to 25° back angle of the manikin;
           (c)      other adjusting devices in central position.
           A 35 mm camera inclined by 15° towards the horizontal plane is used to simulate
           binocular viewing and photos are taken from each of the eye points.
           Position of the eye points related to the R or H point in the coordinate system in
           accordance with ISO 4130 (dimensions in mm):
                  x              y             z                       x     y           z
                  0           - 32.5       + 635.0                     0  + 32.5     + 635.0
           For the camera the eye points are determined 35 mm in front of the plane of
           representation (normally the film plane) and on the centre axis of the optical
           system.
6.2.2.2.   Operation of control elements
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          An examination is made to find out whether the minimum and maximum
          distances indicated below between the control elements for instance for direction
          indicator and headlamp flasher and the steering wheel rim are maintained. Thus,
          satisfactory operation of the control elements and satisfactory handling of the
          replacement steering wheel are to be ensured:
          (a)    the measure "a" with a limitation of a minimum 30 mm refers to the control
                 element with the smallest distance to the replacement steering wheel. It
                 denotes the shortest distance between the control element and the rearplane of
                 the steering wheel rim facing the instrument panel.
          (b)    The measure "b" with a limitation of a maximum value of 130 mm denotes the
                 distance from the centre of the direction indicator control element and the front
                 plane of the steering wheel rim facing the driver.
6.2.2.3.  Testing of installation
          The conditions of installation, the diameter of the replacement steering wheel as
          compared with the original version of the vehicle manufacturer, the repositioning
          of direction indicator control, the function of the audible warning device and the
          function of the airbag tell tale are considered in the examination. Also the
          function of sensors monitoring the driver's seat or the passenger seat(s) and
          providing a deployment status to the airbag controller shall be examined, if
          available.
6.2.2.4.  Testing of adapters
          The fitting dimensions (e.g. toothing of the steering shaft) are compared with the
          dimensions as provided by the manufacturer using a profile projector.
          The strength of the replacement adapters is checked by tightening the fixing
          nut/screw applying twice the tightening torque specified by the vehicle
          manufacturer but not more than 85 Nm.
          Adequate examinations are made to verify that the adapters for vehicle types with
          anti-theft systems integrated into the steering wheel conform to the corresponding
          features of the steering wheel produced by the vehicle manufacture in terms of
          strength, dimensions and the materials and function, or tests of the anti-theft
          system in accordance with Regulation No. 18 shall be carried out to demonstrate
          that he replacement steering wheel system fulfils the above-mentioned
          Regulation.
6.2.3.    Frontal impact test(s) with vehicle(s) for replacement steering wheel(s) equipped
          with an airbag module of an approved type.
          Replacement steering wheels equipped with airbag modules of an approved type
          shall be such that, when installed in a vehicle, this vehicle fulfils the requirements
          of paragraphs 5.2.1.1., 5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4. and 5.2.1.5. of Regulation No.
          94, 01 series of amendments.
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           In case of doubt, when verifying the conformity of the replacement steering wheel
           equipped with an airbag module of an approved type to the requirements of this
           Regulation, account shall be taken of any data or test results provided by the
           applicant for approval, and these can be taken in consideration in validating the
           approval test carried out by the technical service.
6.3.       Tests of a replacement airbag system other than that installed in a steering wheel
6.3.1.     Tests of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system
           The replacement airbag system shall be equipped with an approved airbag module
           or the manufacturer of the replacement airbag system shall demonstrate to the
           satisfaction of the technical service, responsible for this test, that the system fulfils
           the requirements as prescribed in paragraphs 5.1. and 5.2. above.
6.3.2.     Replacement airbag systems other than those installed in steering wheels shall be
           such that when installed in a vehicle, this vehicle fulfils:
6.3.2.1.   in case of an airbag system of category B, the requirements of paragraphs 5.2.1.1.,
           5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4., and 5.2.1.5. of Regulation No. 94, 01 series of
           amendments;
6.3.2.2.   in case of an airbag system of category C, the requirements of paragraphs 5.2.1.1.,
           5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4., and 5.2.1.5. of Regulation No. 94, 01 series of
           amendments; in addition instrumented dummies shall be used for the verification
           of the performance of the airbag system;
6.3.2.3.   in case of an airbag system of category D, the requirements of paragraphs 5.2.1.1.,
           5.2.1.2., 5.2.1.3., 5.2.1.4., and 5.2.1.5. of Regulation No. 95, 01 series of
           amendments; in this case the side impact dummy shall be used for the test.
7.         INSTRUCTIONS FOR USERS
7.1.       The manufacturer of the replacement airbag systems shall include in the operating
           instructions any recommendations or precautions to be taken during the use,
           maintenance or destruction of the system or of any of its components.
7.1.1.     In particular:
7.1.1.1.   If the system is fitted with a monitoring device intended to inform the user of its
           operating condition, it shall be clearly indicated how messages delivered by the
           system, of whatever kind, are to be interpreted. An indication shall be given of
           measures to be taken in the event of a message warning of malfunctioning,
           together with a description of any risk involved in using the vehicle in such a
           condition;
7.1.1.2.   It shall be indicated whether maintenance or repair work is to be performed
           exclusively by specially trained personnel, and whether any risks are involved in
           disassembling the system;
7.1.1.3.   The procedure to be followed in the event of deployment shall be explained. In
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          particular, details shall be given of any precautions to be taken as regards products
          generated by deployment, in the form of gases, liquids or solids. Similarly, if
          there is any danger from the components of the system as a result of deployment,
          such as dangerous roughness or sharp edges, temperature, corrosion, etc., these
          dangers shall be described, as well as the ways of avoiding them;
7.1.1.4.  If the scrapping of the replacement airbag system(s) can lead to situations which
          are dangerous either directly to humans or to the environment, an appropriate
          procedure for avoiding them shall be indicated. This may consist in a method for
          deliberately releasing the airbag if its released state does not lead to a dangerous
          situation, in an obligation to return the system or part of it to the constructor or
          manufacturer, or in any other appropriate measure.
7.2       The replacement airbag system shall carry labelling and information for the use of
          child restraint systems according to Regulation No. 94.
          Airbag systems with airbag modules of category A, B, C or D shall carry the
          inscription "AIRBAG" located in the interior of the circumference of the
          replacement steering wheel or on the cover of the airbag module; this inscription
          shall be durably affixed and easily visible.
          In addition, in the case of a frontal protection airbag system intended for use in
          any passenger seating position, the following label shall be permanently attached
          to the visible surface of the cover of the airbag module (the text information
          shown is a minimum).
          This label shall be provided in the language(s) of the country where the device is
          sold.
          Label minimum size:               60 x 120 mm.
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                                                  Label outline, vertical
                                                   and horizontal line
                                                           black
           Artwork black with                                             Bottom text black
           white background                                               with white background
           Circle and line red with                                       Top text and symbol black
           white background                                               with yellow background
                                                 DO NOT place rear-facing child
                                                 seat on front seat with airbag
                                                 DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY
                                                 can occur
8.          CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
            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:
8.1.        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. Where negative
            results are recorded during one of these verifications, their frequency may be
            increased.
8.2.        Conformity of production of an airbag module for a replacement airbag system
            Airbag modules approved under this Regulation shall be so manufactured as to
            conform to the type approved by meeting the requirements set forth in paragraphs
            5.1. and 5.2. above.
8.3.        Conformity of production of replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag
            module of an approved type
            Replacement steering wheels equipped with an airbag module of an approved type
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          and approved under this Regulation shall be so manufactured as to conform to the
          type approved by meeting the requirements set forth in paragraphs 5.1. and 5.3.
          above.
8.4.      Conformity of production of a replacement airbag system other than that installed
          in a steering wheel
          Replacement airbag systems other than those installed in steering wheels
          approved under this Regulation shall be so manufactured as to conform to the type
          approved by meeting the requirements set forth in paragraphs 5.1. and 5.4. above.
9.        PENALTIES FOR NON-CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
          The approval granted for a type of airbag module for a replacement airbag system,
          a type of replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag of an approved type,
          or a type of replacement airbag system other than that installed in a steering
          wheel, pursuant to this Regulation, may be withdrawn if the requirements laid
          down in paragraph 8. above are not complied with.
10.       MODIFICATIONS OF THE TYPE OF AIRBAG MODULE FOR A
          REPLACEMENT AIRBAG SYSTEM OR THE TYPE OF REPLACEMENT
          STEERING WHEEL WITH AN AIRBAG MODULE OF AN APPROVED
          TYPE OR THE TYPE OF REPLACEMENT AIRBAG SYSTEM, OTHER
          THAN THAT INSTALLED IN A STEERING WHEEL
10.1.     Every modification of the type of the above-mentioned system shall be notified to
          the administrative department which approved the type. The department may then
          either:
10.1.1.   decide that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable adverse
          effect and that in any case the module or the system or the replacement steering
          wheel still meets the requirements,
10.1.2.   require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting
          the tests.
10.2.     Confirmation or refusal of approval, specifying the alterations, shall be
          communicated by the procedure specified in paragraphs 4.1. to 4.3. above to the
          other Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation.
10.3.     The competent authority which has issued the extension of approval shall assign a
          series number to that extension and so inform the other Parties to the 1958
          Agreement applying this Regulation, by means of a communication form
          conforming to the models in Annexes 1, 2 and 3 to this Regulation.
11.       PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
          If the holder of the approval ceases completely to manufacture a type of airbag
          module for a replacement airbag system or a type of replacement steering wheel
          equipped with an airbag of an approved type or a type of replacement airbag
          system other than that installed in a steering wheel under this Regulation, he shall
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           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 models in Annexes 1, 2 and 3 to this Regulation.
12.        NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE
           FOR APPROVAL TESTS, AND OF ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENTS
           The Parties to the 1958 Agreement applying 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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                              Annex 1
                       COMMUNICATION
             (maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
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                    (1)                     issued by:                     Name of administration:
                                                                           ....................................
                                                                           ....................................
                                                                           ....................................
concerning:(2)              APPROVAL GRANTED
                            APPROVAL EXTENDED
                            APPROVAL REFUSED
             E_             APPROVAL WITHDRAWN
                            PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
of a type of airbag module for a replacement airbag system pursuant to Regulation No. 114
Approval No. .......................                           Extension No. .......................
1.       Replacement airbag module of categories A, B, C, D:………………………………………
2.       Trade name or mark:…………………………………………………………………………
3.       Description of the type of airbag module for a replacement airbag system given by the
         manufacturer:………………………………………………………………………………..
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
4.       Manufacturer's name:……………………………………………………………………….
5.       If applicable, name and address of manufacturer's representative:………………………….
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
6.       Airbag module for a replacement airbag system submitted for approval on:……………….
7.       Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests:……………………………….
8.       Date of test report issued by this service:……………………………………………………
9.       Number of test report issued by this service:………………………………………………..
10.      Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn for general use/for use in a specific vehicle or
         in specific types of vehicles (2)
11.      Position of the approval mark ………………………………………………………………..
12.      Place ……………………………………………
13.      Date:…………………………………………….
14.      Signature:       ……………………………………….
__________
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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15.     The list of documents deposited with the administrative service, which has granted approval
        is Annexed to this communication and may be obtained on request.
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                               Annex 2
                        COMMUNICATION
              (maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
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                    (1)                     issued by:                     Name of administration:
                                                                           ....................................
                                                                           ....................................
                                                                           ....................................
concerning:(2)              APPROVAL GRANTED
                            APPROVAL EXTENDED
                            APPROVAL REFUSED
             E_             APPROVAL WITHDRAWN
                            PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
of a type of replacement steering wheel equipped with an airbag module of an approved type
pursuant to Regulation No. 114
Approval No. .......................                          Extension No. .......................
1.       Trade name or mark of the replacement steering wheel:……………………………………..
2.       Manufacturer's name and address:……………………………………………………………
3.       If applicable, name and address of manufacturer's representative:……………………………
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
4.       Trade name and mark of the type of the airbag module and approval No.:…………………
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
5.       Extension of approval of the type of replacement steering wheel:………………………….
6.       List of vehicles, where the replacement steering wheel can be installed (name of vehicle
         manufacturer/commercial name/vehicle code/replacement steering wheel type/adapter type
         and number):…………………………………………………………………………………
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
7.       Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests:……………………………….
8.       Date of test report issued by this service:……………………………………………………
9.       Number of test report issued by this service:………………………………………………..
10.      Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn for general use/for use in a specific vehicle or
         in specific types of vehicles (2)
11.      If applicable, reasons for extension of approval:……………………………………………
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
12.      Position of the approval mark ………………………………………………………………..
__________
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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13.     Place ……………………………………………
14.     Date:…………………………………………….
15.     Signature:      ……………………………………….
16.     The list of documents deposited with the administrative service, which has granted approval
        is Annexed to this communication and may be obtained on request.
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                              Annex 3
                       COMMUNICATION
             (maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))
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                    (1)                     issued by:                     Name of administration:
                                                                           ....................................
                                                                           ....................................
                                                                           ....................................
concerning:(2)              APPROVAL GRANTED
                            APPROVAL EXTENDED
                            APPROVAL REFUSED
             E_             APPROVAL WITHDRAWN
                            PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED
of a type of replacement airbag system other than that installed in a replacement steering wheel
pursuant to Regulation No. 114
Approval No. .......................                           Extension No. .......................
1.       Trade name or mark of the replacement airbag system:………….…………………………
2.       Category of the airbag system and approval No. of the airbag module: ……………………
         ………………………………………………………………………………………………
3.       Manufacturer's name and address:……………………………………………………………
4.       If applicable, name and address of manufacturer's representative:……………………………
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
5.       Replacement airbag system and vehicles submitted for approval on:………………………
6.       Extension of approval of the type of replacement steering wheel:………………………….
7.       List of vehicles, where the replacement airbag system can be installed:……………...……
         ………………………………………………………………………………………………
8.       Technical service responsible for conducting approval tests:……………………………….
9.       Date of test report issued by this service:……………………………………………………
10.      Number of test report issued by this service:………………………………………………..
11.      Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn for general use/for use in a specific vehicle or
         in specific types of vehicles (2)
12.      If applicable, reasons for extension of approval:……………………………………………
         ……………………………………………………………………………………………….
13.      Position of the approval mark ………………………………………………………………..
__________
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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14.     Place ……………………………………………
15.     Date:…………………………………………….
16.     Signature:      ……………………………………….
17.     The list of documents deposited with the administrative service, which has granted approval
        is Annexed to this communication and may be obtained on request.
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                                              Annex 4
         EXAMPLE OF AN APPROVAL MARK FOR AN AIRBAG MODULE FOR A
                             REPLACEMENT AIRBAG SYSTEM
                                                                                  a = 5 mm min.
The airbag module bearing the above approval mark is a category A airbag module approved in
France (E2) under the number 002439. The first two digits of the approval number indicate that
the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of the Regulation in its original
form.
Note:
The approval number and additional symbol(s) must be placed close to the circle and either
above or below the "E" or to the left or right of that letter.
The digits of the approval number must be on the same side of the "E" and oriented in the same
direction. The additional symbol(s) must be diametrically opposite the approval number. The
use of Roman numerals as approval numbers should be avoided so as to prevent any confusion
with the other symbols.
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                                              Annex 5
    EXAMPLE OF AN APPROVAL MARK FOR A REPLACEMENT STEERING WHEEL
            EQUIPPED WITH AN AIRBAG MODULE OF AN APPROVED TYPE
                               114 R - 002439
                                                                                  a = 5 mm min.
The replacement steering wheel bearing the above approval mark is a steering wheel with an
airbag module of category A and approved in France (E2) under the number 002439. The first
two digits of the approval number indicate that the approval was granted in accordance with the
requirements of the Regulation in its original form.
Note:
The approval number and additional symbol(s) must be placed close to the circle and either
above or below the "E" or to the left or right of that letter.
The digits of the approval number must be on the same side of the "E" and oriented in the same
direction. The additional symbol(s) must be diametrically opposite the approval number. The
use of Roman numerals as approval numbers should be avoided so as to prevent any confusion
with the other symbols.
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                                               Annex 6
     EXAMPLE OF AN APPROVAL MARK FOR A REPLACEMENT AIRBAG SYSTEM
                 OTHER THAN THAT INSTALLED IN A STEERING WHEEL
                                                                                   a = 8mm min.
The replacement airbag system bearing the above approval mark is a category B airbag system
approved in France (E2) under the number 002439. The first two digits of the approval number
indicate that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements of the Regulation in
its original form.
Note:
The approval number and additional symbol(s) must be placed close to the circle and either
above or below the "E" or to the left or right of that letter.
The digits of the approval number must be on the same side of the "E" and oriented in the same
direction. The additional symbol(s) must be diametrically opposite the approval number. The
use of Roman numerals as approval numbers should be avoided so as to prevent any confusion
with the other symbols.
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                                    Annex 7
                         FATIGUE TEST DEVICE
                                              Force Actuator
                                                2 point fixation directly to the
                                                frame of the rim
             Test object
                                                 Load cell
                      Example of a fatigue test device
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                                                      Annex 8
           PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING THE "H" POINT AND THE ACTUAL
              TORSO ANGLE FOR SEATING POSITIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES
1.                PURPOSE
                  The procedure described in this Annex is used to establish the "H" point location
                  and the actual torso angle for one or several seating positions in a motor vehicle
                  and to verify the relationship of measured data to design specifications given by
                  the vehicle manufacturer(1)
2.                DEFINITIONS
                  For the purposes of this Annex:
2.1.              "Reference data" means one or several of the following characteristics of a seating
                  position:
2.1.1.            the "H" point and the "R" point and their relationship,
2.1.2.            the actual torso angle and the design torso angle and their relationship.
2.2.              "Three-dimensional 'H' point machine" (3-D H machine) means the device used
                  for the determination of "H" points and actual torso angles. This device is
                  described in Appendix 1 to this Annex;
2.3.              "'H' point" means the pivot centre of the torso and the thigh of the 3-D H machine
                  installed in the vehicle seat in accordance with paragraph 4 below. The "H" point
                  is located in the centre of the centreline of the device which is between the "H"
                  point sight buttons on either side of the 3-D H machine. The "H" point
                  corresponds theoretically to the "R" point (for tolerances see paragraph 3.2.2.
                  below). Once determined in accordance with the procedure described in
                  paragraph 4, the "H" point is considered fixed in relation to the seat-cushion
                  structure and to move with it when the seat is adjusted;
2.4.              "'R' point" or "seating reference point" means a design point defined by the
                  vehicle manufacturer for each seating position and established with respect to the
                  three-dimensional reference system;
2.5.              "Torso-line" means the centreline of the probe of the 3-D H machine with the
                  probe in the fully rearward position;
2.6.              "Actual torso angle" means the angle measured between a vertical line through
                  the "H" point and the torso line using the back angle quadrant on the 3-D
__________
1
   In any seating position other than front seats where the "H" point cannot be determined using the "Three-
   dimensional 'H' point machine" or procedures, the "R" point indicated by the manufacturer may be taken as a
   reference at the discretion of the competent authority.
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          H machine. The actual torso angle corresponds theoretically to the design torso
          angle (for tolerances see paragraph 3.2.2. below);
2.7.      "Design torso angle" means the angle measured between a vertical line through
          the "R" point and the torso line in a position which corresponds to the design
          position of the seat-back established by the vehicle manufacturer;
2.8.      "Centreplane of occupant" (C/LO) means the median plane of the 3-D H machine
          positioned in each designated seating position; it is represented by the coordinate
          of the "H" point on the "Y" axis. For individual seats, the centreplane of the seat
          coincides with the centreplane of the occupant. For other seats, the centreplane of
          the occupant is specified by the manufacturer;
2.9.      "Three-dimensional reference system" means a system as described in
          Appendix 2 to this Annex;
2.10.     "Fiducial marks" are physical points (holes, surfaces, marks or indentations) on
          the vehicle body as defined by the manufacturer;
2.11.     "Vehicle measuring attitude" means the position of the vehicle as defined by the
          coordinates of fiducial marks in the three-dimensional reference system.
3.        REQUIREMENTS
3.1.      Data presentation
          For each seating position where reference data are required in order to
          demonstrate compliance with the provisions of the present Regulation, all or an
          appropriate selection of the following data shall be presented in the form
          indicated in Appendix 3 to this Annex:
3.1.1.    the coordinates of the "R" point relative to the three-dimensional reference
          system;
3.1.2.    the design torso angle;
3.1.3.    all indications necessary to adjust the seat (if it is adjustable) to the measuring
          position set out in paragraph 4.3. below.
3.2.      Relationship between measured data and design specifications
3.2.1.    The coordinates of the "H" point and the value of the actual torso angle obtained
          by the procedure set out in paragraph 4. below shall be compared, respectively,
          with the coordinates of the "R" point and the value of the design torso angle
          indicated by the vehicle manufacturer.
3.2.2.    The relative positions of the "R" point and the "H" point and the relationship
          between the design torso angle and the actual torso angle shall be considered
          satisfactory for the seating position in question if the "H" point, as defined by its
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           coordinates, lies within a square of 50 mm side length with horizontal and vertical
           sides whose diagonals intersect at the "R" point, and if the actual torso angle is
           within 5° of the design torso angle.
3.2.3.     If these conditions are met, the "R" point and the design torso angle, shall be used
           to demonstrate compliance with the provisions of this Regulation.
3.2.4.     If the "H" point or the actual torso angle does not satisfy the requirements of
           paragraph 3.2.2. above, the "H" point and the actual torso angle shall be
           determined twice more (three times in all). If the results of two of these three
           operations satisfy the requirements, the conditions of paragraph 3.2.3. above shall
           apply.
3.2.5.     If the results of at least two of the three operations described in paragraph 3.2.4.
           above do not satisfy the requirements of paragraph 3.2.2. above, or if the
           verification cannot take place because the vehicle manufacturer has failed to
           supply information regarding the position of the "R" point or regarding the design
           torso angle, the centroid of the three measured points or the average of the three
           measured angles shall be used and be regarded as applicable in all cases where the
           "R" point or the design torso angle is referred to in this Regulation.
4.         PROCEDURE FOR "H" POINT AND ACTUAL TORSO ANGLE
           DETERMINATION
4.1.       The vehicle shall be preconditioned at the manufacturer's discretion, at a
           temperature of 20 ± 10°C to ensure that the seat material reached room
           temperature. If the seat to be checked has never been sat upon, a 70 to 80 kg
           person or device shall sit on the seat twice for one minute to flex the cushion and
           back. At the manufacturer's request, all seat assemblies shall remain unloaded for
           a minimum period of 30 min. prior to installation of the 3-D H machine.
4.2.       The vehicle shall be at the measuring attitude defined in paragraph 2.11. above.
4.3.       The seat, if it is adjustable, shall be adjusted first to the rearmost normal driving
           or riding position, as indicated by the vehicle manufacturer, taking into
           consideration only the longitudinal adjustment of the seat, excluding seat travel
           used for purposes other than normal driving or riding positions. Where other
           modes of seat adjustment exist (vertical, angular, seat-back, etc.) these will then
           be adjusted to the position specified by the vehicle manufacturer. For suspension
           seats, the vertical position shall be rigidly fixed corresponding to a normal driving
           position as specified by the manufacturer.
4.4.       The area of the seating position contacted by the 3-D H machine shall be covered
           by a muslin cotton, of sufficient size and appropriate texture, described as a plain
           cotton fabric having 18.9 threads per cm and weighing 0.228 kg/m or knitted or
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           non-woven fabric having equivalent characteristics. If test is run on a seat outside
           the vehicle, the floor on which the seat is placed shall have the same essential
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                characteristics(2) as the floor of the vehicle in which the seat is intended to be
                used.
4.5.            Place the seat and back assembly of the 3-D H machine so that the centreplane of
                the occupant (C/LO) coincides with the centreplane of the 3-D H machine. At the
                manufacturer's request, the 3-D H machine may be moved inboard with respect to
                the C/LO if the 3-D H machine is located so far outboard that the seat edge will
                not permit levelling of the 3-D H machine.
4.6.            Attach the foot and lower leg assemblies to the seat pan assembly, either
                individually or by using the T-bar and lower leg assembly. A line through the
                "H" point sight buttons shall be parallel to the ground and perpendicular to the
                longitudinal centreplane of the seat.
4.7.            Adjust the feet and leg positions of the 3-D H machine as follows:
4.7.1.          Designated seating position: driver and outside front passenger
4.7.1.1.        Both feet and leg assemblies shall be moved forward in such a way that the feet
                take up natural positions on the floor, between the operating pedals if necessary.
                Where possible the left foot shall be located approximately the same distance to
                the left of the centreplane of the 3-D H machine as the right foot is to the right.
                The spirit level verifying the transverse orientation of the 3-D H machine is
                brought to the horizontal by readjustment of the seat pan if necessary, or by
                adjusting the leg and foot assemblies towards the rear. The line passing through
                the "H" point sight buttons shall be maintained perpendicular to the longitudinal
                centreplane of the seat.
4.7.1.2.        If the left leg cannot be kept parallel to the right leg and the left foot cannot be
                supported by the structure, move the left foot until it is supported. The alignment
                of the sight buttons shall be maintained.
4.7.2.          Designated seating position: outboard rear
                For rear seats or auxiliary seats, the legs are located as specified by the
                manufacturer. If the feet then rest on parts of the floor which are at different
                levels, the foot which first comes into contact with the front seat shall serve as a
                reference and the other foot shall be so arranged that the spirit level giving the
                transverse orientation of the seat of the device indicates the horizontal.
4.8.            Apply lower leg and thigh weights and level the 3-D H machine.
4.9.            Tilt the back pan forward against the forward stop and draw the 3-D H machine
                away from the seat-back using the T-bar. Reposition the 3-D H machine on the
                seat by one of the following methods:
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        Tilt angle, height difference with a seat mounting, surface texture etc.
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4.9.1.     If the 3-D H machine tends to slide rearward, use the following procedure. Allow
           the 3-D H machine to slide rearward until a forward horizontal restraining load on
           the T-bar is no longer required i.e. until the seat pan contacts the seat-back. If
           necessary, reposition the lower leg.
4.9.2.     If the 3-D H machine does not tend to slide rearward, use the following
           procedure. Slide the 3-D H machine rearwards by applying a horizontal rearward
           load to the T-bar until the seat pan contacts the seat-back (see figure 2 of
           Appendix 1 to this Annex).
4.10.      Apply a 100 ± 10 N load to the back and pan assembly of the 3-D H machine at
           the intersection of the hip angle quadrant and the T-bar housing. The direction of
           load application shall be maintained along a line passing by the above intersection
           to a point just above the thigh bar housing (see figure 2 of Appendix 1 to this
           Annex). Then carefully return the back pan to the seat-back. Care must be
           exercised throughout the remainder of the procedure to prevent the 3-D
           H machine from sliding forward.
4.11.      Install the right and left buttock weights and then, alternately, the eight torso
           weights. Maintain the 3-D H machine level.
4.12.      Tilt the back pan forward to release the tension on the seat-back. Rock the 3-D
           H machine from side to side through a 10° arc (5° to each side of the vertical
           centreplane) for three complete cycles to release any accumulated friction
           between the 3-D H machine and the seat.
           During the rocking action, the T-bar of the 3-D H machine may tend to diverge
           from the specified horizontal and vertical alignment. The T-bar must therefore be
           restrained by applying an appropriate lateral load during the rocking motions.
           Care shall be exercised in holding the T-bar and rocking the 3-D H machine to
           ensure that no inadvertent exterior loads are applied in a vertical or fore and aft
           direction.
           The feet of the 3-D H machine are not to be restrained or held during this step. If
           the feet change position, they should be allowed to remain in that attitude for the
           moment.
           Carefully return the back pan to the seat-back and check the two spirit levels for
           zero position. If any movement of the feet has occurred during the rocking
           operation of the 3-D H machine, they must be repositioned as follows:
           Alternately, lift each foot off the floor the minimum necessary amount until no
           additional foot movement is obtained. During this lifting, the feet are to be free to
           rotate; and no forward or lateral loads are to be applied. When each foot is placed
           back in the down position, the heel is to be in contact with the structure designed
           for this.
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          Check the lateral spirit level for zero position; if necessary, apply a lateral load to
          the top of the back pan sufficient to level the 3-D H machine's seat pan on the
          seat.
4.13.     Holding the T-bar to prevent the 3-D H machine from sliding forward on the seat
          cushion, proceed as follows:
          (a)    return the back pan to the seat-back;
          (b)    alternately apply and release a horizontal rearward load, not to exceed
                 25 N, to the back angle bar at a height approximately at the centre of the
                 torso weights until the hip angle quadrant indicates that a stable position
                 has been reached after load release. Care shall be exercised to ensure that
                 no exterior downward or lateral loads are applied to the 3-D H machine. If
                 another level adjustment of the 3-D H machine is necessary, rotate the back
                 pan forward, re-level, and repeat the procedure from paragraph 4.12.
4.14.     Take all measurements:
4.14.1.   The coordinates of the "H" point are measured with respect to the three-
          dimensional reference system.
4.14.2.   The actual torso angle is read at the back angle quadrant of the 3-D H machine
          with the probe in its fully rearward position.
4.15.     If a re-run of the installation of the 3-D H machine is desired, the seat assembly
          should remain unloaded for a minimum period of 30 min. prior to the re-run. The
          3-D H machine should not be left loaded on the seat assembly longer than the
          time required to perform the test.
4.16.     If the seats in the same row can be regarded as similar (bench seat, identical seats,
          etc.) only one "H" point and one "actual torso angle" shall be determined for each
          row of seats, the 3-D H machine described in Appendix 1 to this Annex being
          seated in a place regarded as representative for the row. This place shall be:
4.16.1.   in the case of the front row, the driver's seat;
4.16.2.   in the case of the rear row or rows, an outer seat.
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                                              Annex 8 - Appendix 1
          DESCRIPTION OF THE THREE DIMENSIONAL "H" POINT MACHINE(*)
                                                 (3-D H machine)
1.               Back and seat pans
                 The back and seat pans are constructed of reinforced plastic and metal; they
                 simulate the human torso and thigh and are mechanically hinged at the "H" point.
                  A quadrant is fastened to the probe hinged at the "H" point to measure the actual
                 torso angle. An adjustable thigh bar, attached to the seat pan, establishes the thigh
                 centreline and serves as a baseline for the hip angle quadrant.
2.               Body and leg elements
                 Lower leg segments are connected to the seat pan assembly at the T-bar joining
                 the knees, which is a lateral extension of the adjustable thigh bar. Quadrants are
                 incorporated in the lower leg segments to measure knee angles. Shoe and foot
                 assemblies are calibrated to measure the foot angle. Two spirit levels orient the
                 device in space. Body element weights are placed at the corresponding centres of
                 gravity to provide seat penetration equivalent to a 76 kg male. All joints of the 3-
                 D H machine should be checked for free movement without encountering
                 noticeable friction.
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        For details of the construction of the 3-D H machine refer to Society of Automobile Engineers (SAE), 400
    Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, Pennsylvania 15096, United States of America.
    The machine corresponds to that described in ISO Standard 6549-1980.
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                                                                                          Head room Probe
                                                                                          Back Pan
                                           Torso Weight hanger
                                Back angle level
                      Hip Angle quadrant
                     Sear Pan
                                                                                                 Back Angle
                                                                                                 Quadrant
       Thigh weight pad
                                                                                                H-Point sight
                                                                                                button
      T-bar joining
      The knees
                                                                                                H-Point pivot
                                                                                Lateral level
                                                                                Thigh bar
                                                                                 Knee Angle quadrant
                                                                          Foot Angle quadrant
                              Figure 1: 3-D H machine elements designation
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                                                                                 Torso weight
                                                                               Buttock weight
 Direction and point of
 application of load
                                                                          Thigh weight
                                                               Leg weight
Figure 2: Dimensions of the 3-D H machine elements and load distribution
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                                          Annex 8 - Appendix 2
                        THREE-DIMENSIONAL REFERENCE SYSTEM
1.             The three-dimensional reference system is defined by three orthogonal planes
               established by the vehicle manufacturer (see figure).(*)
2.             The vehicle measuring attitude is established by positioning the vehicle on the
               supporting surface such that the coordinates of the fiducial marks correspond to
               the values indicated by the manufacturer.
3.             The coordinates of the "R" point and the "H" point are established in relation to
               the fiducial marks defined by the vehicle manufacturer.
                                                          Zero Y plane (vertical
                                                          longitudinal zero plane
                   Zero X plane (vertical
                   transverse zero plane
                                                                                     Zero Z plane
                                                                                     (horizontal zero plane
                                                                                  Supporting Surface
                            Figure - Three-dimensional reference system
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        The reference system corresponds to ISO standard 4130, 1978.
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                                            Annex 8 - Appendix 3
                    REFERENCE DATA CONCERNING SEATING POSITIONS
1.               Coding of reference data
                 Reference data are listed consecutively for each seating position. Seating
                 positions are identified by a two-digit code. The first digit is an Arabic numeral
                 and designates the row of seats, counting from the front to the rear of the vehicle.
                  The second digit is a capital letter which designates the location of the seating
                 position in a row, as viewed in the direction of forward motion of the vehicle; the
                 following letters shall be used:
                                   L = left
                                   C = centre
                                   R = right
2.               Description of vehicle measuring attitude:
2.1.             Coordinates of fiducial marks
                                   X        ..........................
                                   Y        ..........................
                                   Z        ..........................
3.               List of reference data:
3.1.             Seating position: ....................
3.1.1.           Coordinates of "R" point
                                   X        ..........................
                                   Y        ..........................
                                   Z        ..........................
3.1.2.           Design torso angle:        .......................................
3.1.3.           Specifications for seat adjustment (*)
                                   horizontal : .................
                                   vertical :           .................
                                   angular :            .................
                                   torso angle: .................
Note: List reference data for further seating positions under 3.2., 3.3., etc.
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   Strike out what does not apply.