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case of the test prescribed in paragraph 3 of  annex 4, if the following energy absorption characteristics are met;

5.2.2.2.1. The maximum displacement of the central point of  application of each of the forces prescribed in paragraph 3.2.1. of annex 4, measured as described in paragraph 5.2.1.2., is not less than 100 mm.

5.2.2.2.2 The maximum displacement of the central point of application of each of the forces prescribed in paragraph 3.2.2 of annex 4, measured as described in paragraph 5.2.1.2., is not less than 50 mm.

5.2.3. The seat and the seat mountings are strong enough.  This  requirement shall be considered satisfied if:

5.2.3.1. No part of the seat, the seat mountings or the  accessories becomes completely detached during the test;

5.2.3.2. The seat remains firmly held, even if one or more  anchorages is partly detached, and all the locking systems remain locked during the whole duration of the test;

5.2.3.3. After the test no structural part of the seat or  accessories has any fracture or sharp or pointed edges or corners likely to cause any bodily injury.

5.3. All fittings forming part of the back of the seat or  accessories thereto shall be such as to be unlikely to cause any bodily injury to a passenger during impact.  This requirement shall be considered satisfied if any part contactable by a sphere 165 mm in diameter presents a radius of curvature of at least 5 mm.

5.3.1. If any part of the fittings and accessories referred to  above is made of a material of hardness less than 50 shore A on a rigid backing, the requirements set out in paragraph 5.3. shall apply only to the rigid backing.

5.3.2. The parts of the back of the seat such as adjustment  devices for the seat and accessories shall not be subject to any requirements of paragraph 5.3. if in the position of rest they are situated below a horizontal plane 400 mm above the reference plane, even if the occupant might enter into contact with them.

See also Clauses 66.2.3 and 66.2.4 for other accessory/armrest requirements.

5.4. The adjustment and locking systems shall not be required  to be in full working order after the test.

6. REQUIREMENTS FOR A VEHICLE TYPE

6.1. The anchorages for the seats on the vehicle shall be  capable of withstanding,

6.1.1. either the test described in annex 5,

6.1.2. or, if a seat is mounted on the part of the vehicle  structure being tested, one of the tests prescribed in annex 4.  The seat need not be an approved seat provided that it satisfies the requirements of paragraph 5.2.1.

6.2. Permanent deformation, including breakage, of an  anchorage or the surrounding area shall be permissible provided