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Agreement

Concerning the Adoption of Harmonized Technical United Nations

Regulations 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
United Nations Regulations *
(Revision 3, including the amendments which entered into force on 14 September 2017)
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Addendum 6: UN Regulation No. 7

Revision 7
Incorporating all valid text up to:
Supplement 21 to the 02 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 15 July 2013
Supplement 22 to the 02 series of amendments - Date of entry into force: 3 November 2013
Supplement 23 to the 02 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 9 October 2014
Supplement 24 to the 02 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 8 October 2015
Supplement 25 to the 02 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 22 June 2017
Supplement 26 to the 02 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 10 October 2017
Supplement 27 to the 02 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 10 February 2018
03 series of amendments – Date of entry into force: 15 October 2019

Uniform provisions concerning the approval of front and rear position

lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker lamps for motor vehicles
and their trailers
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UNITED NATIONS

* Former titles of the Agreement: Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform Conditions of
Approval and Reciprocal Recognition of Approval for Motor Vehicle Equipment and Parts, done at
Geneva on 20 March 1958 (original version);
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, done at Geneva on
5 October 1995 (Revision 2).
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This document is meant purely as documentation tool. The authentic and legal binding texts
are:
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2012/65
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2013/15
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2014/15
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2015/15
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2016/75
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2017/22
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2017/75
- ECE/TRANS/WP.29/2018/94/Rev.1

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UN Regulation No. 7

Uniform provisions concerning the approval of front and

rear position lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker
lamps for motor vehicles and their trailers

Contents
Page
Regulation
Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 4
1. Definitions ........................................................................................................................................ 4
2. Application for approval .................................................................................................................. 5
3. Markings .......................................................................................................................................... 6
4. Approval........................................................................................................................................... 7
5. General specifications ...................................................................................................................... 10
6. Intensity of light emitted .................................................................................................................. 12
7. Test procedure .................................................................................................................................. 14
8. Colour of light emitted ..................................................................................................................... 15
9. Conformity of production................................................................................................................. 15
10. Penalties for non-conformity of production ..................................................................................... 16
11. Production definitively discontinued ................................................................................................ 16
12. Remarks concerning colours and particular devices ........................................................................ 16
13. Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests,
and of Type approval Authorities .................................................................................................... 16
14. Transitional provisions ..................................................................................................................... 17
Annexes
1 Front and rear position lamps, end-outline marker lamps and stop-lamps: minimum angles
required for light distribution in space of these lamps ..................................................................... 18
2 Communication ................................................................................................................................ 21
3 Examples of arrangements of the approval marks............................................................................ 23
4 Photometric measurements .............................................................................................................. 30
5 Minimum requirements for conformity of production control procedures ....................................... 32
6 Minimum requirements for sampling by an inspector ...................................................................... 34

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Scope
This Regulation applies to:
Front and rear position lamps and stop lamps for vehicles of categories L, M,
N, O and T;1 and,
End-outline marker lamps for vehicles of categories M, N, O and T.

1. Definitions
For the purpose of this Regulation,
1.1. "Front position lamp" means the lamp used to indicate the presence and the
width of the vehicle when viewed from the front;
1.2. "Rear position lamp" means the lamp used to indicate the presence and the
width of the vehicle when viewed from the rear;
1.3. "Stop-lamp" means the lamp used to indicate to other road-users to the rear of
the vehicle that its driver is applying the service brake. The stop-lamps may
be activated by the application of a retarder or a similar device;
1.4. "End-outline marker lamp" means a lamp fitted near to the extreme outer
edges and as close as possible to the top of the vehicle and intended to
indicate clearly the vehicle's overall width. In the case of certain power-
driven vehicles and trailers, this lamp is intended to complement the vehicle's
position lamps and draw special attention to its outline;
1.5. Definitions of terms:
The definitions given in UN Regulation No. 48 and its series of amendments
in force at the time of application for type-approval shall apply to this
Regulation.
1.6. "Front and rear position lamps, stop-lamps and end-outline marker lamps of
different type" means lamps which differ in such essential respects as:
(a) The trade name or mark:
(i) Lamps bearing the same trade name or mark but produced by
different manufacturers shall be considered as being of
different types;
(ii) Lamps produced by the same manufacturer differing only by
the trade name or mark shall be considered as being of the
same type.
(b) The characteristics of the optical system, (levels of intensity, light
distribution angles, category of light source, light source module,
etc.);
(c) The variable intensity control, if any;
A change of the colour of light source or the colour of any filter does not
constitute a change of type.
1.7. References made in this Regulation to standard (étalon) filament light
source(s) and to UN Regulation No. 37 shall refer to UN Regulation No. 37

1 As defined in the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of vehicles (R.E.3)

(ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.6, para.2)
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and its series of amendments in force at the time of application for type
approval.
References made in this Regulation to standard (étalon) LED light source(s)
and to UN Regulation No. 128 shall refer to UN Regulation No. 128 and its
series of amendments in force at the time of application for type approval.

2. Application for approval

2.1. The application for approval shall be submitted by the holder of the trade
name or mark or by his duly accredited representative. It shall specify:
2.1.1. The purpose or purposes for which the device submitted for approval is
intended and whether it may also be used in an assembly of two lamps of the
same kind/type;
2.1.2. In the case of an end-outline marker lamp, whether it is intended to emit
white or red light;
2.1.3. In the case of a category S3 or S4 stop lamp, whether it is intended to be
mounted outside or inside (behind the rear window) the vehicle;
2.1.4. Whether the device produces steady luminous intensity (category R, R1,
RM1, S1 or S3) or variable luminous intensity (category R2, RM2, S2 or S4);
2.1.5. At the choice of the applicant, that the device may be installed on the vehicle
with different inclinations of the reference axis in respect to the vehicle
reference planes and to the ground or rotate around its reference axis; these
different conditions of installation shall be indicated in the communication
form.
2.2. For each type of device, the application shall be accompanied by:
2.2.1. Drawings, in triplicate, in sufficient detail to permit identification of the type
of the device and showing the following:
(a) In what geometrical position(s) the device (and if applicable for
category S3 or S4 lamps the rear window) may be mounted on the
vehicle; the axis of observation to be taken is the axis of reference in
the tests (horizontal angle H = 0°, vertical angle V = 0°); and the point
to be taken as the centre of reference in the said tests;
(b) The geometrical conditions of installation of the device(s) that meet(s)
the requirements of paragraph 6;
(c) In the case of an interdependent lamp system, the interdependent lamp
or the combination of interdependent lamps that fulfil the
requirements of paragraphs 5.10. and 6.1. and of Annex 4 to this
Regulation;
(d) The position intended for the approval number and the additional
symbols in relation to the circle of the approval mark.
2.2.2. A brief technical description stating, in particular, with the exception of
lamps with non-replaceable light sources:
(a) The category or categories of filament light source(s) prescribed; this
filament light source category shall be one of those contained in UN
Regulation No. 37 and its series of amendments in force at the time of
application for type approval; in the case of a category S3 or S4 stop
lamp, which is intended to be mounted inside the vehicle, the
technical description shall contain the specification of the optical
properties (transmission, colour, inclination, etc.) of the rear
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(b) The category or categories of LED light source(s) prescribed; this

LED light source category shall be one of those contained in UN
Regulation No. 128 and its series of amendments in force at the time
of application for type approval; and/or
(c) The light source module specific identification code.
In the case of a category S3 or S4 stop lamp, which is intended to be
mounted inside the vehicle, the technical description shall contain the
specification of the optical properties (transmission, colour,
inclination, etc.) of the rear window(s);
2.2.3. In the case of a lamp with variable luminous intensity, a concise description
of the variable intensity control, an arrangement diagram and a specification
of the characteristics of the system ensuring the two levels of intensity;
2.2.4. Two samples; if the approval is applied for devices which are not identical
but are symmetrical and suitable for mounting one on the left and one on the
right side of the vehicle, the two samples submitted may be identical and be
suitable for mounting only on the right or only on the left side of the vehicle.
In the case of a lamp with variable luminous intensity the application shall
also be accompanied by the variable intensity control or a generator
providing the same signal(s).
2.2.5. In the case of a category S3 or S4 stop lamp which is intended to be mounted
inside the vehicle, a sample plate or sample plates (in case of different
possibilities) having the equivalent optical properties corresponding to those
of the actual rear window(s).
2.2.6. In the case of a type of lamp differing only by the trade name or mark from a
type that has already been approved it shall be sufficient to submit:
[Link]. A declaration by the lamp manufacturer that the type submitted is identical
(except in the trade name or mark) with and has been produced by the same
manufacturer as, the type already approved, the latter being identified by its
approval code;
[Link]. Two samples bearing the new trade name or mark or equivalent
documentation.
2.2.7. In the case of a non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source
module(s) equipped with non-replaceable filament light source(s): the
documents according to paragraph 5.11. of this Regulation.

3. Markings
Devices submitted for approval:
3.1. Must bear the trade name or mark of the applicant; this marking must be
clearly legible and be indelible;
3.2. With the exception of lamps with non-replaceable light sources, must bear a
clearly legible and indelible marking indicating:
(a) The category or categories of light source(s) prescribed; and/or
(b) The light source module specific identification code.
3.3. Must comprise a space of sufficient size for the approval marking and the
additional symbols prescribed in paragraph 4.2. below; this space shall be
shown in the drawings mentioned in paragraph 2.2.1. above;
3.4. In the case of lamps with an electronic light source control gear or a variable
intensity control and/or non-replaceable light sources and/or light source
module(s), shall bear the marking of the rated voltage or range of voltage;

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3.5. Lamps operating at voltages other than the nominal rated voltages of 6 V,
12 V or 24 V respectively, by the application of an electronic light source
control gear or a variable intensity control being not part of the lamp, or
having a secondary operating mode, must also bear a marking denoting the
rated secondary design voltage;
3.6. In the case of lamps with light source module(s), the light source module(s)
shall bear:
3.6.1. The trade name or mark of the applicant; this marking must be clearly legible
and indelible;
3.6.2. The specific identification code of the module; this marking must be clearly
legible and indelible. This specific identification code shall comprise the
starting letters "MD" for "MODULE" followed by the approval marking
without the circle as prescribed in paragraph [Link]. below and, in the case
several non-identical light source modules are used, followed by additional
symbols or characters; this specific identification code shall be shown in the
drawings mentioned in paragraph 2.2.1. above.
The approval marking does not have to be the same as the one on the lamp in
which the module is used, but both markings shall be from the same applicant.
3.6.3. The marking of the rated voltage or range of voltage.
3.7. An electronic light source control gear or a variable intensity control being
part of the lamp but not included into the lamp body shall bear the name of
the manufacturer and its identification number.

4. Approval
4.1. General
4.1.1. If the two devices which are submitted in pursuance of paragraph 2.2.4.
above satisfy the provisions of this Regulation, approval shall be granted. All
the devices of an interdependent lamp system must be submitted for type
approval by the same applicant.
4.1.2. When two or more lamps are part of the same unit of grouped, combined or
reciprocally incorporated lamps, approval may be granted only if each of
these lamps satisfies the provisions set out in this Regulation or in another
Regulation. Lamps not satisfying the provisions of any of those Regulations
shall not be part of such unit of grouped, combined or reciprocally
incorporated lamps. This provision shall not apply to headlamps fitted with a
double-filament bulb, where only one beam is approved.
4.1.3. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two
digits (at present 02)2 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 shall not assign the
same number to another type of device covered by this Regulation, except in
case approval is extended to a device which only differs from the already
approved device by the colour of the light emitted.
4.1.4. Notice of approval or of extension or refusal or of withdrawal of approval or
production definitively discontinued of a type of device pursuant to this
Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the 1958 Agreement
applying this Regulation, by means of a form conforming to the model in
Annex 2 to this Regulation.

2 The 03 series of amendments does not require changes in the approval number (TRANS/WP.29/815,
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4.1.5. Every device conforming to a type approved under this Regulation shall bear,
in the space referred to in paragraph 3.3. above, and in addition to the
markings prescribed in paragraphs 3.1. and 3.2. or 3.4. 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 mark, comprising:
[Link]. A circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of
the country which has granted approval3;
[Link]. The approval number prescribed in paragraph 4.1.3. above.
4.2.2. The following additional symbol or symbols:
[Link]. On devices meeting the requirements of this Regulation in respect of the front
position lamps, the letter "A";
[Link]. On devices meeting the requirements of this Regulation in respect of the rear
position lamps, the letter "R" followed or not by the Figure "1" when the
device produces steady luminous intensity and by the Figure "2" when the
device produces variable luminous intensity.
[Link]. On devices meeting the requirements of this Regulation in respect of the front
end-outline marker lamps, the letters "AM";
[Link]. On devices meeting the requirements of this Regulation in respect of the rear
end-outline marker lamps, the letters "RM" followed by the Figure "1" when
the device produces steady luminous intensity and by the Figure "2" when the
device produces variable luminous intensity;
[Link]. On devices meeting the requirements of this Regulation in respect of the
stop-lamps, the letter "S" followed by the figure:
"1" When the device produces steady luminous intensity;
"2" When the device produces variable luminous intensity;
"3" When the device meets the specific requirements for category S3 stop-
lamps and produces steady luminous intensity;
"4" When the device meets the specific requirements for category S4 stop-
lamps and produces variable luminous intensity;
[Link]. On devices comprising both a rear position lamp and a stop- lamp meeting
the requirements of this Regulation in respect of such lamps, the letters "R"
or "R1" or "R2" and "S1" or "S2" as the case may be, separated by a
horizontal dash;
[Link]. On front or rear position lamps of which the visibility angles are
asymmetrical with regard to the reference axis in a horizontal direction, and
on front or rear end-outline marker lamps, a horizontal arrow pointing
towards the side on which the photometric specifications are met up to an
angle of 80° H;
[Link]. On devices which may be used as part of an assembly of two lamps, the
additional letter "D" to the right of the symbol mentioned in
paragraphs [Link]. and [Link];

3 The distinguishing numbers of the Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement are reproduced in
Annex 3 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3)
(ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.6, Annex 3)
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[Link]. On devices with reduced light distribution in conformity to paragraph 2.3. in

Annex 4 to this Regulation a vertical arrow starting from a horizontal
segment and directed downwards.
[Link]. On interdependent lamps, which may be used as part of an interdependent
lamp system, the additional letter "Y" to the right of the symbol mentioned in
paragraph [Link]. to [Link]. shall be marked on each device.
4.2.3. The two digits of the approval number (at present 02 corresponding to the
02 series of amendments which entered into force on 5 May 1991), which
indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major
technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the
approval and, if necessary, the required arrow may be marked close to the
above additional symbols.
4.2.4. The marks and symbols referred to in paragraphs 4.2.1. and 4.2.2. above shall
be clearly legible and indelible even when the device is fitted in the vehicle.
4.3. Arrangement of the approval mark
4.3.1. Independent lamps
Annex 3, paragraphs 1 to 6, gives examples of the approval mark with the
above mentioned additional symbols.
If different types of lamps complying with the requirements of several
Regulations uses the same outer lens having the same or different colour, a
single international approval mark may be affixed, 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 lamp, provided that:
[Link]. It is visible after their installation.
[Link]. The identification symbol for each lamp appropriate to each Regulation under
which approval has been granted, together with the corresponding series of
amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments to
the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval and if necessary, the
required arrow shall be marked.
[Link]. The size of the components of a single approval mark shall not be less than
the minimum size required for the smallest of the individual marks under
which approval has been granted.
[Link]. The main body of the lamp shall include the space described in
paragraph 3.3. above and shall bear the approval mark of the actual
function(s).
[Link]. Paragraph 7. of Annex 3 to this Regulation gives examples of an approval
mark with the above-mentioned additional symbols.
4.3.2. Grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps
[Link]. 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 affixed, 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:
[Link].1. It is visible after their installation;
[Link].2. No part of the grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps that
transmits light can be removed without at the same time removing the
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[Link]. The identification symbol for each lamp appropriate to each Regulation under
which approval has been granted, together with the corresponding series of
amendments incorporating the most recent major technical amendments to
the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval and, if necessary, the
required arrow shall be marked:
[Link].1. Either on the appropriate light-emitting surface,
[Link].2. Or in a group, in such a way that each of the grouped, combined or
reciprocally incorporated lamps may be clearly identified.
[Link]. The size of the components of a single approval mark shall not be less than
the minimum size required for the smallest of the individual marks under
which approval has been granted.
[Link]. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. The same
Contracting Party may not assign the same number to another type of
grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps covered by this
Regulation.
[Link]. Paragraph 8. of Annex 3 to this Regulation gives examples of approval marks
for grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps with all the above
mentioned additional symbols.
4.3.3. Lamps reciprocally incorporated with a type of headlamp of which the lens is
also used for other types of headlamps
The provisions laid down in paragraph 4.3.2. above are applicable.
[Link]. However, if different types of headlamps or of units of lamps including a
headlamp comprise the same lens, the latter may bear the different approval
marks relating to these types of headlamps or units or lamps, provided that
the main body of the headlamp, even if it cannot be separated from the lens,
also comprises the space described in paragraph 3.3. above and bears the
approval marks of the actual functions. If different types of headlamps
comprise the same main body, the latter may bear the different approval
marks.
[Link]. Paragraph 9. of Annex 3 to this Regulation gives examples of approval marks
relating to lamps which are reciprocally incorporated with a headlamp.
4.3.4. The approval marking shall be clearly legible and indelible. It may be placed
on an inner or outer part (transparent or not) of the device which cannot be
separated from the transparent part of the device emitting the light. In any
case the marking shall be visible when the device is fitted on the vehicle or
when a movable part such as the hood or boot lid or a door is opened.

5. General specifications
The requirements contained in sections 5. "General specifications"
and 6. "Individual specifications" and in the Annexes referenced in the said
sections of UN Regulations Nos. 48, 53, 74 or 86, and their series of
amendments in force at the time of application for the lamp type approval
shall apply to this Regulation.
The requirements pertinent to each lamp and to the category/ies of vehicle on
which the lamp is intended to be installed shall be applied, where its
verification at the moment of lamp type approval is feasible.
5.1. Each device supplied shall conform to the specifications set forth in
paragraphs 6. and 8. below.
5.2. The devices must be so designed and constructed that in normal conditions of
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such use, their satisfactory operation remains assured and they retain the
characteristics prescribed by this Regulation.
5.3. Lamps having been approved as front or rear position lamps, are deemed
being also approved end-outline marker lamps.
5.4. Front and rear position lamps which are grouped or combined or reciprocally
incorporated may also be used as end-outline marker lamps.
5.5. Position lamps, which are reciprocally incorporated with another function,
using a common light source, and designed to operate permanently with an
additional system to regulate the intensity of the light emitted, are permitted.
5.5.1. However, in the case of rear position lamp reciprocally incorporated with a
stop lamp, the device shall either:
(a) Be a part of a multiple light source arrangement, or
(b) Be intended for use in a vehicle equipped with a failure monitoring
system for that function.
In either case, a note shall be made within the communication document.
5.6. In the case of light source modules, it shall be checked that:
5.6.1. The design of the light source module(s) shall be such as:
(a) That each light source module can only be fitted in no other position
than the designated and correct one and can only be removed with the
use of tool(s);
(b) If there are more than one light source module used in the housing for
a device, light source modules having different characteristics can not
be interchanged within the same lamp housing.
5.6.2. The light source module(s) shall be tamperproof.
5.6.3. A light source module shall be so designed that regardless of the use of
tool(s), it shall not be mechanically interchangeable with any replaceable
approved light source.
5.7. If the front position lamp incorporates one or more infrared radiation
generators, the photometric and colour requirements for this front position
lamp shall be met with and without the operation of the infrared radiation
generator(s).
5.8. In case of failure of the variable intensity control of:
(a) A rear position lamp category R2 emitting more than the maximum
value of category R or R1;
(b) A rear end-outline marker lamp category RM2 emitting more than the
maximum value of category RM1;
(c) A stop lamp category S2 emitting more than the maximum value of
category S1;
(d) A stop lamp category S4 emitting more than the maximum value of
category S3;
Requirements of steady luminous intensity of the respective category shall be
fulfilled automatically.
5.9. In the case of replaceable light source(s):
5.9.1. The device shall only be equipped with light source(s) approved according to
UN Regulation No. 37 and/or UN Regulation No. 128, provided that no
restriction on the use is made in UN Regulation No. 37 and its series of
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Regulation No. 128 and its series of amendments in force at the time of
application for type approval.
5.9.2. The design of the device shall be such that the light source can be fixed in no
other position but the correct one.
5.9.3. The light source holder shall conform to the characteristics given in IEC
Publication 60061. The holder data sheet relevant to the category of light
source used, applies.
5.10. An interdependent lamp system shall meet the requirements when all its
interdependent lamps are operated together. However, if the interdependent
lamp system providing the rear position lamp function is partly mounted on
the fixed component and partly mounted on a movable component, the
interdependent lamp(s) specified by the Applicant shall meet the outboard
geometric visibility, colorimetric and photometric requirement, at all fixed
positions of the movable component(s). In this case, the inboard geometric
visibility requirement is deemed to be satisfied if this (these) interdependent
lamp(s) still conform to the photometric values prescribed in the field of light
distribution for the approval of the device, at all fixed positions of the
moveable component(s).
5.11. In the case of non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source
module(s) equipped with non-replaceable filament light source(s), the
applicant shall annex to the type approval documentation a report (by the
light source manufacturer indicated in the type approval documentation),
acceptable to the Authority responsible for type approval, that demonstrates
compliance of these non-replaceable filament light source(s) with the
requirements as specified in paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3.

6. Intensity of light emitted

6.1. The light emitted by each of the two lamps supplied shall be in the reference
axis, of not less than the minimum intensity and of not more than the
maximum intensity specified below:

Maximum luminous intensity in cd when

used as
Minimum
luminous A lamp marked "D" (see
intensity in cd A single lamp paragraph [Link]. above)

6.1.1. Front position lamps, front 4 140 70

end-outline marker lamp A
or AM
6.1.2. Front position lamps 4 140 -
incorporated in a headlamp
or front fog lamp
6.1.3. Rear position lamps, rear
end-outline marker lamp
[Link]. R, R1 or RM1 (steady) 4 17 8.5
[Link]. R2 or RM2 (variable) 4 42 21
6.1.4. Stop-lamps
[Link]. S1 (steady) 60 260 130
[Link]. S2 (variable) 60 730 365
[Link]. S3 (steady) 25 110 55
[Link]. S4 (variable) 25 160 80

6.1.5. For an assembly of two or more lamps the total intensity shall not exceed the
maximum value prescribed for a single lamp.

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6.1.6. When an assembly of two independent lamps to be type approved as lamps

marked "D" having the same function is deemed to be a single lamp, it shall
comply with the requirements for:
(a) Maximum intensity if all lamps together are lit;
(b) Minimum intensity if either lamp has failed.
6.1.7. Failure of a single lamp containing more than one light source
[Link]. In a single lamp containing more than one light source, a group of light
sources, wired so that the failure of any one of them causes all of them to
stop emitting light, shall be considered to be one light source.
[Link]. In case of failure of any one light source in a single lamp containing more
than one light source, at least one of the following provisions shall apply:
(a) The light intensity complies with the minimum intensity required in
the table of standard light distribution in space as shown in Annex 4;
or
(b) A signal for activation of a tell-tale indicating failure, as indicated in
paragraphs 6.7.8., 6.9.8, 6.10.8. and 6.13.8. of UN Regulation No. 48,
is produced, provided that the luminous intensity in the axis of
reference is at least 50 per cent of the minimum intensity required. In
this case a note in the communication form states that the lamp is only
for use on a vehicle fitted with a tell-tale indicating failure.
6.2. Outside the reference axis and within the angular fields defined in the
diagrams in Annex 1 to this Regulation, the intensity of the light emitted by
each of the two devices supplied must:
6.2.1. In each direction corresponding to the points in the light distribution table
reproduced in Annex 4 to this Regulation, be not less than the product of the
minimum specified in the table of paragraph 6.1. above, by the percentage
specified in the said table of the direction in question;
6.2.2. In no direction within the space from which the light-signalling device is
visible, exceed the maximum specified in the table of paragraph 6.1. above;
6.2.3. However, a luminous intensity of 60 cd shall be permitted for rear position
lamps reciprocally incorporated with stop-lamps (see paragraph 6.1.3. above)
below a plane forming an angle of 5° with and downward from the horizontal
plane;
6.2.4. Moreover,
[Link]. Throughout the fields defined in the diagrams in Annex 1, the luminous
intensity of the light emitted must be not less than 0.05 cd for front and rear
position lamps and end-outline marker lamps, not less than 0.3 cd for devices
of categories S1, S3 and for those of categories S2 and S4 by day; it shall not
be less than 0.07 cd for devices of categories S2 and S4 by night;
[Link]. If a rear position lamp and/or a rear end-outline marker lamp is reciprocally
incorporated with a stop-lamp producing either steady or variable luminous
intensity, the ratio between the luminous intensities actually measured of the
two lamps when turned on simultaneously at the intensity of the rear position
lamp or end-outline marker lamp when turned on alone should be at least 5: 1
in the field delimited by the straight horizontal lines passing through ±5° V
and the straight vertical lines passing through ±10° H of the light distribution
table.
If the one or both of the two reciprocally incorporated lamps contain(s) more
than one light source and is (are) considered as a single lamp, the values to be
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[Link]. The provisions of paragraph 2.2. of Annex 4 to this Regulation on local

variations of intensity must be observed.
6.3. The intensities shall be measured with the light source(s) continuously alight
and, in the case of devices emitting red light, in coloured light.
6.4. In the case of devices of categories R2, RM2, S2 and S4 the time that elapses
between energising the light source(s) and the light output measured on the
reference axis to reach 90 per cent of the value measured in accordance with
paragraph 6.3. above shall be measured for the extreme levels of luminous
intensity produced by the device. The time measured to obtain the lowest
luminous intensity shall not exceed the time measured to obtain the highest
luminous intensity.
6.5. The variable intensity control shall not generate signals which cause
luminous intensities:
6.5.1. Outside the range specified in paragraph 6.1. above and
6.5.2. Exceeding the respective steady luminous intensity maximum specified in
paragraph 6.1. for the specific device:
(a) For systems depending only on daytime and night time conditions:
under night time conditions;
(b) For other systems: under standard conditions.4
6.6. Annex 4, to which reference is made in paragraph 6.2.1. above, gives
particulars of the methods of measurement to be used.

7. Test procedure
7.1. All measurements, photometric and colorimetric, shall be made:
7.1.1. In case of a lamp with replaceable light source, if not supplied by an
electronic light source control gear or a variable intensity control, with an
uncolored or colored standard light source of the category prescribed for the
device, supplied with the voltage:
(a) In the case of filament source(s), that is necessary to produce the
reference luminous flux required for that category of filament light
source;
(b) In the case of LED light source(s) of 6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V; the
luminous flux value produced shall be corrected. The correction factor
is the ratio between the objective luminous flux and the value of the
luminous flux found at the voltage applied.
7.1.2. In the case of a lamp equipped with non-replaceable light sources (filament
light sources and other), at 6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V respectively.
7.1.3. In the case of a system that uses an electronic light source control gear or a
variable intensity control, being part of the lamp5 applying at the input
terminals of the lamp the voltage declared by the manufacturer or, if not
indicated, 6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V respectively.

4 Good visibility (meteorological optical range MOR > 2,000 m defined according to WMO, Guide to
Meteorological Instruments and Methods of Observation, Sixth Edition, ISBN: 92-63-16008-2,
pp 1.9.1/1.9.11, Geneva 1996) and clean lens.
5 For the purpose of this Regulation "being part of the lamp" means to be physically included in the
lamp body or to be external, separated or not, but supplied by the lamp manufacturer as part of the
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7.1.4. In the case of a system that uses an electronic light source control gear or a
variable intensity control, not being part of the lamp the voltage declared by
the manufacturer shall be applied to the input terminals of the lamp.
7.2. However, in the case of light sources operated by a variable intensity control
to obtain variable luminous intensity, photometric measurements shall be
performed according to the applicant’s description.
7.3. The test laboratory shall require from the manufacturer the light source
control gear or a variable intensity control needed to supply the light source
and the applicable functions.
7.4. The voltage to be applied to the lamp shall be noted in the communication
form in Annex 2 of this Regulation.
7.5. The limits of the apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis of a
light-signalling device shall be determined.
7.6. In the case of a category S3 or S4 stop lamp, which is intended to be mounted
inside the vehicle a sample plate or sample plates (in case of different
possibilities) as supplied (see paragraph 2.2.5.) shall be positioned in front of
the lamp to be tested, in the geometrical position(s) as described in the
application drawing(s) (see paragraph 2.2.1.).

8. Colour of light emitted

The colour of the light emitted inside the field of the light distribution grid
defined in paragraph 2. of Annex 4 shall be red or white. Outside this field,
no sharp variation of colour shall be observed. To check these colorimetric
characteristics, the test procedure described in paragraph 7. of this Regulation
shall be applied.
However, for lamps equipped with non-replaceable light sources (filament
light sources and other), the colorimetric characteristics should be verified
with the light sources present in the lamp, in accordance with the relevant
sub-paragraph of paragraph 7.1. of this Regulation.
In the case of a category S3 or S4 stop lamp, which is intended to be mounted
inside the vehicle, the colorimetric characteristics shall be verified with the
worst case combination(s) of lamp and rear window(s) or sample plate(s).
These requirements shall also apply within the range of variable luminous
intensity produced by:
(a) Rear position lamps of category R2;
(b) Rear end-outline marker lamps of category RM2;
(c) Stop lamps of categories S2 and S4.

9. Conformity of production
The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in
the Agreement, Schedule 1 (E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.3), with the following
requirements:
9.1. Lamps shall be so manufactured as to conform to the type approved under
this Regulation. The compliance with the requirements set forth in
paragraphs 6. and 8. above shall be verified as follows:
9.1.1. The minimum requirements for conformity of production control procedures
set forth in Annex 5 to this Regulation shall be complied with.
9.1.2. The minimum requirements for sampling by an inspector set forth in Annex 6
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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.
9.3. In the case of non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source
module(s) equipped with non-replaceable filament light source(s), a report
(by the light source manufacturer indicated in the type approval
documentation) shall demonstrate compliance of these non-replaceable
filament light source(s) with lifetime requirements and, in the case of colour
coated filament source(s), also with colour endurance requirements, as
specified in paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3.

10. Penalties for non-conformity of production

10.1. The approval granted in respect of a device may be withdrawn if the
foregoing conditions are not satisfied.
10.2. If a Contracting Party to the Agreement applying this Regulation withdraws
an approval it has previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other
Contracting Parties applying this Regulation by means of a communication
form conforming to the model in Annex 2 to this Regulation.

11. Production definitively discontinued

If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a device,
approved in accordance with this Regulation, he shall so 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 copy of a communication form
conforming to the model in Annex 2 to this Regulation.

12. Remarks concerning colours and particular devices

The Contracting Parties to the Agreement to which this Regulation is
annexed are not precluded by Article 3 of that Agreement from prohibiting,
for devices installed on vehicles registered by them, certain colours for which
provision is made in this Regulation, or from prohibiting for all categories or
for certain categories of vehicles registered by them stop-lamps having only
steady luminous intensity.

13. Names and addresses of Technical Services

responsible for conducting approval tests, and of
Type approval Authorities
The Contracting 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
Type Approval Authorities which grant approval and to which forms
certifying approval or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval or
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14. Transitional provisions6

14.1. As from 24 months after the official date of entry into force of
UN Regulation No. 148, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall
cease to grant approvals to this Regulation.
14.2. Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall not refuse to grant
extensions of approval to this and any previous series of amendments of this
Regulation.
14.3. Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall continue to grant approvals
for devices on basis of this and any previous series of amendments to this
Regulation, provided that the devices are intended as replacements for fitting
to vehicles in use.
14.4. Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall continue to allow fitting or
use on a vehicle in use of a device approved to this Regulation as amended
by any previous series of amendments, provided that the device is intended
for replacement.

6 The 03 series of amendments does not require changes in the approval number (TRANS/WP.29/815,
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Front and rear position lamps, end-outline marker lamps and

stop-lamps: minimum angles required for light distribution
in space of these lamps1
In all cases, the minimum vertical angles of light distribution in space are 15° above and
15° below the horizontal for all categories of devices included in this Regulation, except:
(a) For lamps intended to be installed with their H plane at a mounting height less than
750 mm above the ground, for which they are 15° above and 5° below the
horizontal;
(b) Optional lamps intended to be installed with their H plane at a mounting height more
than 2,100 mm above the ground, for which they are 5° above and 15° below the
horizontal;
(c) For category S3 or S4 stop lamp for which they are 10° above and 5° below the
horizontal.

Reference axis
45°
80°

Front position lamps Driving

direction

Vehicle

Reference axis
Under the H plane for 20°
front position lamps Driving 80°
intended to be installed direction
with this plane at a
mounting height less than
750 mm above ground.

Vehicle

1 The angles shown in these diagrams are correct for devices to be mounted on the right side of the
vehicle. The arrows point to the front of the vehicle.

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Front end outline marker lamp (AM)

Rear end outline marker lamp (RM1, RM2)

Rear position lamps

Driving
direction

80°
45°
Reference
axis

Driving
direction
Driving
Under the H plane for rear direction
position lamps intended to
be installed with this
plane at a mounting
height less than 750 mm
above ground.

80°8
0°
20°
Reference
20°
axisReference
axis

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Stop-lamps (S1 and S2)

Driving
direction

45° 45°
Reference
axis

Driving
direction

Under the H plane for stop

lamps (S1 and S2) intended
to be installed with this
plane at a mounting height
less than 750 mm above
ground.
45°
20°
Reference axis

Stop-lamps (S3 and S4)

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Annex 2

Communication
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))

issued by: Name of Administration:

......................................
......................................
......................................
1

Concerning:2 Approval granted

Approval extended
Approval refused
Approval withdrawn
Production definitively discontinued

of a type of device pursuant to UN Regulation No. 7

Approval No........... Extension No...........

1. Trade name or mark of the device: .........................................................................

2. Manufacturer's name for the type of device: ...........................................................
3. Manufacturer's name and address: ..........................................................................
4. If applicable, name and address of the manufacturer's representative: ...................
................................................................................................................................
5. Submitted for approval on: .....................................................................................
6. Technical Service responsible for conducting approval tests: ...............................
7. Date of report issued by that Service: ....................................................................
8. Number of report issued by that Service: ...............................................................
9. Concise description:
9.1. By category of lamp:
For mounting either outside or inside or both 2
Colour of light emitted: red/white2
Number, category and kind of light source(s): .............................................
Voltage and wattage: .......................................................................................
Light source module specific identification code: .........................................
Only for limited mounting height of equal to or less than 750 mm above the
ground: yes/no2
Geometrical conditions of installation and relating variations, if any: ......

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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Application of an electronic light source control gear/variable intensity
control:
(a) Being part of the lamp: yes/no2
(b) Being not part of the lamp: yes/no2
Input voltage(s) supplied by an electronic light source control gear/variable
intensity control: ......................................................................
Electronic light source control gear/variable intensity control manufacturer
and identification number (when the light source control gear is part of the
lamp but is not included into the lamp body): ...............
Variable luminous intensity: yes/no2
The front position lamp2, rear position lamp,2 stop lamp,2 end-outline marker
lamp2 is only for use on a vehicle fitted with a tell-tale indicating failure:
yes/no2
9.2. Function(s) produced by an interdependent lamp forming part of an
interdependent lamp system:
Front position lamp yes/ no2
R1 Rear position lamp yes/ no2
R2 Rear position lamp yes/ no2
S1 Stop lamp yes/ no2
S2 Stop lamp yes/ no2
S3 Stop lamp yes/ no2
S4 Stop lamp yes/ no2
End-outline marker lamp yes/ no2
10. Position of the approval mark: ................................................................................
11. Reason(s) for extension (if applicable): .................................................................
..................................................................................................................................
12. Approval granted/extended/refused/withdrawn 2: ...................................................
13. Place: .......................................................................................................................
14. Date: ........................................................................................................................
15. Signature: ................................................................................................................
16. The list of documents deposited with the Type Approval Authority which has
granted approval is annexed to this communication and may be obtained on
request.

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Examples of arrangements of the approval marks

1. Front position lamp

a = 5 mm min

The device bearing the approval mark shown above is a front position lamp
approved in the Netherlands (E 4), under approval number 221 pursuant to
UN Regulation No. 7.
The number mentioned close to the symbol "A" indicates that approval was
granted in accordance with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 7 as
amended by the 02 series of amendments.1 The horizontal arrow indicates the
side on which the required photometric specifications are met up to an angle
of 80° H. The vertical arrow starting from a horizontal segment and directed
downwards indicates a permissible mounting height of equal to or less than
750 mm from the ground for this device.
2. Rear position lamp

The device bearing the approval mark shown above is a rear position lamp approved in the
Netherlands (E 4) under approval number 221 pursuant to UN Regulation No. 7, which
may also be used in an assembly of two rear position lamps.

1 The 03 series of amendments does not require changes in the approval number (TRANS/WP.29/815,
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The number mentioned below the symbol "R1D" indicates that approval was granted in
conformity with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 7 as amended by the 02 series of
amendments.9
The absence of an arrow means that, both right and left, the required photometric
specifications are met up to an angle of 80° H.
3. Front end-outline marker lamp

AM
02

E2
125
The device bearing the approval mark shown above is a front end-outline marker
lamp approved in France (E 2) under approval number 125 pursuant to UN Regulation
No. 7.
The number mentioned below the symbol "AM" indicates that approval was granted in
conformity with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 7 as amended by the 02 series of
amendments.9 The horizontal arrow indicates the side on which the required photometric
specifications are met up to an angle of 80° H.
4. Rear end-outline marker lamp

RM2
02

E3
122
The device bearing the approval mark shown above is a rear end-outline marker
lamp with variable luminous intensity approved in Italy (E 3) under approval number 122
pursuant to UN Regulation No. 7.
The number mentioned below the symbol "RM" indicates that approval was granted in
conformity with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 7 as amended by the 02 series of
amendments.9 The horizontal arrow indicates the side on which the required photometric
specifications are met up to an angle of 80° H.

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5. Stop-lamp

The device bearing the approval mark shown above is a stop-lamp with one level of
illumination approved in the Netherlands (E 4) under approval number 221 pursuant to UN
Regulation No. 7.
The number mentioned below the symbol "S1" indicates that the approval was granted in
conformity with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 7 as amended by the 02 series of
amendments.9
6. Device comprising both a rear position lamp and a stop-lamp

The device bearing the approval mark shown above is a device comprising both a
rear position lamp and a stop-lamp with variable luminous intensity, approved in the
Netherlands (E 4) under approval number 221 pursuant to UN Regulation No. 7.
The number mentioned below the symbol "R2D-S2D" indicates that approval was granted
in conformity with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 7 as amended by the 02 series
of amendments.9 The rear position lamp is incorporated into a stop-lamp, both with variable
luminous intensity, which may also be used in an assembly of two lamps.
The absence of an arrow means that, both right and left, the required photometric
specifications are met up to an angle of 80° H.
Note: The approval number and the additional symbols shall be placed close to the circle
and either above or below the letter "E" or to the right or to the left of that letter. The digits
of the approval number shall be on the same side of the letter "E" and face the same
direction. The approval number and the additional symbol including the number of the
series of amendments to the Regulation in question, where applicable, shall be placed
diametrically opposite to each other.

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The use of Roman numerals as approval numbers should be avoided so as to prevent any
confusion with other symbols.
7. Marking of independent lamps

E9

The above example corresponds to the marking of a lens intended to be used in

different types of lamps. The approval marks indicate that the device was approved in Spain
(E 9) under approval number 1432 and comprises:
A rear fog lamp (F) approved in accordance with UN Regulation No. 38 in its
original version,
A rear direction indicator lamp of category 2a approved in accordance with the 01
series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 6,
A reversing lamp (AR) approved in accordance with UN Regulation No. 23 in its
original version,
A red rear position lamp (R) approved in accordance with the 02 series of
amendments to UN Regulation No. 7,9
A stop-lamp with one level of illumination (S1) approved in accordance with the 02
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8. Simplified marking of grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps
when two or more lamps are part of the same assembly
(The vertical and horizontal lines schematize the shape of the light-signalling device. These
are not part of the approval mark)

Note: These three examples of approval marks (models A, B and C) represent three
possible variables for the marking of a lighting device when two or more lamps are part of
the same assembly of grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated lamps.
They indicate that the device was approved in the Netherlands (E 4) under approval
number 3333 and comprises:
A reflex-reflector of class IA approved in accordance with the 02 series of amendments to
UN Regulation No. 3,
A rear direction indicator lamp with variable luminous intensity (category 2b) approved in
accordance with the 01 series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 6,
A red rear position lamp with variable luminous intensity (R2) approved in accordance with
the 02 series of amendments to UN Regulation No. 7,9
A rear fog lamp with variable luminous intensity (F2) approved in accordance with UN
Regulation No. 38 in its original version,
A reversing lamp (AR) approved in accordance with UN Regulation No. 23 in its original
version,
A stop-lamp with variable luminous intensity (S2) approved in accordance with the 02
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Note: The three examples of approval marks (models D, E and F) below correspond to a
lighting device bearing an approval mark comprising:
A front position lamp approved in accordance with the 02 series of amendments to UN
Regulation No. 7,9
A headlamp with a passing beam designed for right- and left-hand traffic and a driving
beam with a maximum intensity comprised between 86,250 and 111,250 candelas
(indicated by the number "30"), approved in accordance with the 02 series of amendments
to UN Regulation No. 20,
A front fog lamp approved in accordance with the 02 series of amendments to UN
Regulation No. 19,
A front direction indicator lamp of category 1a approved in accordance with the 01 series of
amendments to UN Regulation No. 6.

Model D

Model E

Model F

9. Lamp reciprocally incorporated with a headlamp

The above example corresponds to the marking of a lens intended to be used in

different types of headlamps, namely:

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Either A headlamp with a passing beam designed for right- and left-hand traffic and a
driving beam with a maximum intensity comprised between 86,250
and 111,250 candelas (indicated by the number "30") approved in Germany (E
1) in accordance with the requirements of UN Regulation No. 8 as amended by
the 04 series of amendments, which is reciprocally incorporated with
A front position lamp approved in accordance with the 02 series of
amendments to UN Regulation No. 7;9
Or A headlamp with a passing beam designed for right- and left-hand traffic and
a driving beam, approved in Germany (E 1) in accordance with the
requirements of UN Regulation No. 1 as amended by the 01 series of
amendments, which is reciprocally incorporated with the same front position
lamp as above;
Or Even either of the above-mentioned headlamps approved as a single lamp.
The main body of the headlamp shall bear the only valid approval number, for instance:
or or or

10. Light source modules

MD E3 17325
The light source module bearing the identification code shown above has been
approved together with a lamp approved in Italy (E3) under approval number 17325.
11. Interdependent lamps

2a R1Y S2 R1Y AR
01 02 02 02 00

E4 E4
211 211
Marking of an interdependent lamp Marking of an interdependent lamp
comprising part of an interdependent lamp comprising part of an interdependent
system providing: lamp system providing:
A rear direction indicator lamp (category 2a) A red rear position (side) lamp (R1)
approved in accordance with the 01 series of approved in accordance with the 02 series
amendments to UN Regulation No. 6, of amendments to UN Regulation No. 7.9
A red rear position (side) lamp (R1) This is also marked Y as it is an
approved in accordance with the 02 series interdependent lamp forming part of an
of amendments to UN Regulation No. 7.9 interdependent lamp system,
This is also marked Y as it is an A reversing lamp (AR) approved in
interdependent lamp forming part of an
accordance with UN Regulation No. 23
interdependent lamp system,
in its original version.
A stop-lamp with variable luminous
intensity (S2) approved in accordance with
the 02 series of amendments to
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Annex 4

Photometric measurements
1. Measurement methods
1.1. During photometric measurements, stray reflections shall be avoided by
appropriate masking.
1.2. In case the results of measurements should be challenged, measurements
shall be carried out in such a way as to meet the following requirements:
1.2.1. The distance of measurement shall be such that the law of the inverse of the
square of the distance is applicable;
1.2.2. The measuring equipment shall be such that the angular aperture of the
receiver viewed from the reference centre of the lamp is comprised between
10 angular minutes and one degree;
1.2.3. The intensity requirement for a particular direction of observation shall be
deemed to be satisfied if that requirement is met in a direction deviating by
not more than one-quarter of a degree from the direction of observation.
1.3. In the case where the device may be installed on the vehicle in more than one
or in a field of different positions the photometric measurements shall be
repeated for each position or for the extreme positions of the field of the
reference axis specified by the manufacturer.
2. Table of standard light distribution

Table of light distribution for category S3 stop-lamp

10° 32 - 64 - 32

5° 64 100 100 100 64

0° 64 100 100 100 64

5° 64 100 100 100 64

10° 5° 0° 5° 10°

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2.1. The direction H = 0° and V = 0° corresponds to the reference axis. (On the
vehicle it is horizontal, parallel to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle
and oriented in the required direction of visibility.) It passes through the centre
of reference. The values shown in the table give, for the various directions of
measurement, the minimum intensities as a percentage of the minimum
required in the axis for each lamp (in the direction H = 0° and V = 0°).
2.2. Within the field of light distribution of paragraph 2., schematically shown as
a grid, the light pattern should be substantially uniform, i.e. the light intensity
in each direction of a part of the field formed by the grid lines shall meet at
least the lowest minimum value being shown on the grid lines surrounding
the questioned direction as a percentage.
2.3. However, in the case where a device is intended to be installed at a mounting
height of equal to or less than 750 mm above the ground, the photometric
intensity is verified only up to an angle of 5° downwards.
3. Photometric measurement of lamps
The photometric performance shall be checked:
3.1. For non-replaceable light sources (filament light sources and other): with the
light sources present in the lamp, in accordance with the relevant sub-
paragraph of paragraph 7.1. of this Regulation.
3.2. For replaceable light source(s):
When equipped with light source(s) at 6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V, the
luminous intensity values produced shall be corrected. For filament light
source(s) the correction factor is the ratio between the reference luminous
flux and the mean value of the luminous flux found at the voltage applied
(6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V).
For LED light sources the correction factor is the ratio between the objective
luminous flux and the mean value of the luminous flux found at the voltage
applied (6.75 V, 13.5 V or 28.0 V).
The actual luminous fluxes of each light source used shall not deviate more
than 5 per cent from the mean value.
Alternatively and in case of filament light sources only, a standard filament
light source may be used in turn, in each of the individual positions, operated
at its reference flux, the individual measurements in each position being
added together.
3.3. For any signalling lamp except those equipped with filament light source(s),
the luminous intensities, measured after one minute and after 30 minutes of
operation, shall comply with the minimum and maximum requirements. The
luminous intensity distribution after one minute of operation can be
calculated from the luminous intensity distribution after 30 minutes of
operation by applying at each test point the ratio of luminous intensities
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Minimum requirements for conformity of production control

procedures
1. General
1.1. The conformity requirements shall be considered satisfied from a mechanical
and geometric standpoint, if the differences do not exceed inevitable
manufacturing deviations within the requirements of this Regulation.
1.2. With respect to photometric performances, the conformity of mass-produced
lamps shall not be contested if, when testing according to paragraph 7. of this
Regulation, the photometric performances as set forth in Paragraph 6. of this
Regulation of any lamp chosen at random:
1.2.1. No measured value deviates unfavourably by more than 20 per cent from the
values prescribed in this Regulation.
For the minimum values required throughout the fields specified in Annex 1
the respective maximum deviations of the measured values shall correspond
to the values shown in the table below:

Required minimum value Equivalent 20 per cent Equivalent 30 per cent

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0.3 0.1 0.2
0.05 0.02 0.03

1.2.2. In the case of a lamp equipped with a replaceable light source, if results of
the test described above do not meet the requirements, tests shall be repeated
using another standard light source.
1.3. With respect to colorimetric performance, the requirements set out in
paragraph 8. of this Regulation shall be complied with.
1.4. In the case of non-replaceable filament light source(s) or light source
module(s) equipped with non-replaceable filament light sources, at any
conformity of production check:
1.4.1. The holder of the approval mark shall demonstrate the use in normal
production and show the identification of the non-replaceable filament light
source(s) as indicated in the type approval documentation;
1.4.2. In the case where doubt exists in respect to compliance of the non-
replaceable filament light source(s) with lifetime requirements and/or, in the
case of colour coated filament light source(s), with colour endurance
requirements, as specified in paragraph 4.11. of IEC 60809, Edition 3,
conformity shall be checked (by the light source manufacturer indicated in
the type approval documentation) as specified in paragraph 4.11. of IEC
60809, Edition 3.
2. Minimum requirements for verification of conformity by the manufacturer
For each type of lamp the holder of the approval mark shall carry out at least
the following tests, at appropriate intervals. The tests shall be carried out in
accordance with the provisions of this Regulation.
If any sampling shows non-conformity with regard to the type of test
concerned, further samples shall be taken and tested. The manufacturer shall
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2.1. Nature of tests
Tests of conformity in this Regulation shall cover the photometric and
colorimetric characteristics.
2.2. Methods used in tests
2.2.1. Tests shall generally be carried out in accordance with the methods set out in
this Regulation.
2.2.2. In any test of conformity carried out by the manufacturer, equivalent methods
may be used with the consent of the competent authority responsible for
approval tests. The manufacturer is responsible for proving that the applied
methods are equivalent to those laid down in this Regulation.
2.2.3. The application of paragraphs 2.2.1. and 2.2.2. requires regular calibration of
test apparatus and its correlation with measurements made by a competent
authority.
2.2.4. In all cases the reference methods shall be those of this Regulation,
particularly for the purpose of administrative verification and sampling.
2.3. Nature of sampling
Samples of lamps shall be selected at random from the production of a
uniform batch. A uniform batch means a set of lamps of the same type,
defined according to the production methods of the manufacturer.
The assessment shall in general cover series production from individual
factories. However, a manufacturer may group together records concerning
the same type from several factories, provided these operate under the same
quality system and quality management.
2.4. Measured and recorded photometric characteristics
The sampled lamp shall be subjected to photometric measurements for the
minimum values at the points listed in Annex 4 and the required chromaticity
coordinates.
2.5. Criteria governing acceptability
The manufacturer is responsible for carrying out a statistical study of the test
results and for defining, in agreement with the competent authority, criteria
governing the acceptability of his products in order to meet the specifications
laid down for verification of conformity of products in paragraph 9.1. of this
Regulation.
The criteria governing the acceptability shall be such that, with a confidence
level of 95 per cent, the minimum probability of passing a spot check in
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Annex 6

Minimum requirements for sampling by an inspector

1. General
1.1. The conformity requirements shall be considered satisfied from a mechanical
and a geometric standpoint, in accordance with the requirements of this
Regulation, if any, if the differences do not exceed inevitable manufacturing
deviations.
1.2. With respect to photometric performance, the conformity of mass-produced
lamps shall not be contested if, when testing according to paragraph 7. of this
Regulation, the photometric performances as set forth in Paragraph 6. of this
Regulation of any lamp chosen at random:
1.2.1. According to the requirements in paragraph 1.2.1. of Annex 5 to this
Regulation are met.
1.2.2. If, in the case of a lamp equipped with a replaceable light source and if
results of the test described above do not meet the requirements, tests on
lamps shall be repeated using another standard light source.
1.2.3. Lamps with apparent defects are disregarded.
1.3. The chromaticity coordinates shall be complied when tested under conditions
of paragraph 7. of this Regulation.
2. First sampling
In the first sampling four lamps are selected at random. The first sample of
two is marked A, the second sample of two is marked B.
2.1. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall not be contested if the
deviation of any specimen of samples A and B (all four lamps) is not more
than 20 per cent.
In the case, that the deviation of both lamps of sample A is not more than
0 per cent the measurement can be closed.
2.2. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall be contested if the deviation of
at least one specimen of samples A or B is more than 20 per cent.
The manufacturer shall be requested to bring his production in line with the
requirements (alignment) and a repeated sampling according to paragraph 3.
below shall be carried out within two months' time after the notification. The
samples A and B shall be retained by the Technical Service until the entire
Conformity of Production process is finished.
3. First repeated sampling
A sample of four lamps is selected at random from stock manufactured after
alignment.
The first sample of two is marked C, the second sample of two is marked D.
3.1. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall not be contested if the
deviation of any specimen of samples C and D (all four lamps) is not more
than 20 per cent.
In the case, that the deviation of both lamps of sample C is not more than
0 per cent, the measurement can be closed.
3.2. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall be contested if the deviation of
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3.2.1. One specimen of samples C or D is more than 20 per cent but the deviation of
all specimen of these samples is not more than 30 per cent.
The manufacturer shall be requested again to bring his production in line with
the requirements (alignment).
A second repeated sampling according to paragraph 4. below shall be carried
out within two months' time after the notification. The samples C and D shall
be retained by the Technical Service until the entire Conformity of
Production process is finished.
3.2.2. One specimen of samples C or D is more than 30 per cent.
In this case the approval shall be withdrawn and paragraph 5. below shall be
applied.
4. Second repeated sampling
A sample of four lamps is selected at random from stock manufactured after
alignment.
The first sample of two is marked E, the second sample of two is marked F.
4.1. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall not be contested if the
deviation of any specimen of samples E and F (all four lamps) is not more
than 20 per cent.
In the case, that the deviation of both lamps of sample E is not more than
0 per cent, the measurement can be closed.
4.2. The conformity of mass-produced lamps shall be contested if the deviation of
at least one specimen of samples E or F is more than 20 per cent.
In this case the approval shall be withdrawn and paragraph 5. below shall be
applied.
5. Approval withdrawn
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