Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2019C00042:front:0:p43
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2019C00042
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Character Range: 114962–117904

the requirements of paragraph 6.2.2.1. of this Regulation.

         8.3.3. When the belt is being worn, it shall either adjust automatically to fit the wearer or be so designed that the manual adjusting device is readily accessible to the wearer when seated and is convenient and easy to use. It shall also be possible for it to be tightened with one hand to suit the build of the wearer and the position of the vehicle seat.

         8.3.4. Safety-belts or restraint systems incorporating retractors shall be so installed that the retractors are able to operate correctly and stow the strap efficiently.

         8.3.5. In order to inform the vehicle user(s) of the provisions made for the transport of children, vehicles of categories M1, M2, M3 and N1 shall meet the information requirements of Annex 17. Any vehicle of category M1 shall be equipped with ISOFIX positions, in accordance with the relevant prescriptions of Regulation No. 14.

          The first ISOFIX position shall allow at least the installation of one out of the three forward-facing fixtures as defined in Appendix 2 of Annex 17; the second ISOFIX position shall allow at least the installation of one out of the three rear-facing fixtures as defined in Appendix 2 of Annex 17. For this second ISOFIX position, in case where the installation of the rear-facing fixture is not possible on the second row of seats of the vehicle due to its design, the installation of one out of the six fixtures is allowed in any position of the vehicle.

         8.4. Safety-belt reminder equipment.

         8.4.1. The driver seating position of the MB1B category of vehicles 9/, shall be equipped with a safety-belt reminder satisfying the requirements of this Regulation. Where the vehicle manufacturer provides a safety-belt reminder system on the driver seat in another category of vehicle, the safety-belt reminder system may be approved according to this Regulation [10]/.

         8.4.1.1. Contracting Parties may allow deactivation of the safety-belt reminder provided that such deactivation satisfies to the requirements of paragraph 8.4.2.6.

         8.4.2. Safety-belt Reminder.

         8.4.2.1. General requirements.

         8.4.2.1.1. Visual warning shall be so located as to be readily visible and recognisable in the daylight by the driver and distinguishable from other alerts. Where the visual signal warning employs the colour red, it shall use a symbol in accordance with item 21 in table 1 of ECE Regulation No. 121.

               (item K.01 - ISO 2575:2000)   or,

         8.4.2.1.2. Visual warning shall be by continuous or intermittent signal.

         8.4.2.1.3. Audible warning shall be by continuous or intermittent sound signal or by vocal information. Where vocal information is employed, the manufacturer shall ensure that the alert uses the language(s) of the market into which the vehicle is sold. This audible warning may be