Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2008C00179:body:0:p37
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2008C00179
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Character Range: 101766–104386

fixed stowage position shall also comply with the 3.2 mm radius requirement in that stowed position.

Paragraph 5.3.2.2.

The reference surface is found by application of the device described in annex 6, paragraph 2., with a force of 2 daN. Where this is not possible, the method described in annex 6, paragraph 1., shall be used with a force of 2 daN.

The evaluation of dangerous projections is subject to the discretion of the authority responsible for the tests.

The force of 37.8 daN is applied even if the original projection is less than 35 or 25 mm, as applicable. The projection is measured under the applied load.

The horizontal, longitudinal force of 37.8 daN is normally applied by means of a flatended ram of not more than 50 mm diameter but, where this is not possible, an equivalent method may be used; for instance, by removing obstacles.

With new modern door designs, window winders handle is sometimes surrounded by the form of the door panel. It is often difficult or impossible for an occupant to touch the handle with his knees. It is up to the Technical Services to decide in this case with the agreement of the manufacturer whether or not to carry out the push test as described or not.

Paragraph 5.3.2.3.

The furthest projecting part, in the case of a gear lever, is that part of the grip or knob first contacted by a vertical transverse plane moved in a longitudinal, horizontal direction. If any part of a gear lever or handbrake lies above the "H" point level, that lever will have to be considered as if the whole of it were above the "H" point level.

Paragraph 5.3.4.

Where the horizontal plane(s) passing through the "H" point of the lowest front and rear seats do not coincide, then a vertical plane perpendicular to the vehicle' s longitudinal axis shall be determined, passing through the front seat "H" point. The exempted zone will then be considered separately for both the front and rear passenger compartments, relative to their respective "H" point and up to the vertical plane defined above.

Paragraph 5.3.4.1.

Movable sun visors shall be considered in all positions of use. The frames of sun visors shall not be regarded as rigid supports (see para. 5.3.5.).

Paragraph 5.4.

When the roof is tested to measure those protrusions and parts which can be contacted by a ball having a diameter of 165 mm, the roof lining must be removed. When evaluating the specified radii the proportions and properties attributable to the materials of the roof lining shall be taken into consideration. The roof testing area shall extend in front of and above the transverse plane limited