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respectively, an approval mark as described in paragraphs 4.2. and 4.3. below.

       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, 1 a, 1 b, 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. Independent lamps

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

       4.3.2. Grouped. combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps

       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