AIS – 008/2001

AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY STANDARD

Installation Requirements of Lighting

and Light - Signalling Devices for
Motor Vehicle having more than
Three Wheels, Trailer and
Semi-Trailer excluding Agricultural
Tractor and Special Purpose Vehicle

PRINTED BY:

THE AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF INDIA

P. B. NO. 832. PUNE 411 004
ON BEHALF OF:
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY STANDARDS COMMITTEE
UNDER
CENTRAL MOTOR VEHICLE RULES - TECHNICAL STANDING COMMITTEE
SET-UP BY
MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT & HIGHWAYS
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

JUNE 2001
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General remarks:
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Introduction

The Government of India felt the need for a permanent agency to expedite the
publication of standards and development of test facilities in parallel when the
work on the preparation of the standards is going on, as the development of
improved safety critical parts can be undertaken only after the publication of
the standard and commissioning of test facilities. To this end, the Ministry of
Surface Transport (MOST) has constituted a permanent Automotive Industry
Standard Committee (AISC) vide order No.RT-11028/11/97-MVL dated
September 15, 1997. The standards prepared by AISC will be approved by the
permanent CMVR Technical Standing Committee (CTSC). After approval,
the Automotive Research Association of India, (ARAI), Pune, being the
Secretariat of the AIS Committee, has published this standard. For better
dissemination of this information ARAI may publish this document on their
Web site.

Installation of lighting and light-signalling devices for motor vehicle having

more than three wheels, trailer and semi-trailer is a safety requirement. This
standard prescribes the requirements of such installation.

Considerable assistance has been taken from the following ECE Regulations and
EEC Directive in preparing this standard:

EEC Directive No.76 / 756 / EEC amendment 97/28EC,

ECE Regulation No. 48 - June 1999 Corr. 1 to Supp. 3 to 01 series of
amendment while preparing this standard.

The Committee responsible for preparing this standard is given in Annex. E.

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Installation Requirements of Lighting and Light -Signalling

Devices for Motor Vehicle having more than Three Wheels,
Trailer and Semi -Trailer excluding Agricultural Tractor and
Special Purpose Vehicle
1.0 SCOPE

This standard lays down the installation requirements of lighting and

light-signalling devices for motor vehicle having more than three wheels,
trailer and semi-trailer excluding agricultural tractor and special purpose
vehicle.

2.0 REFERENCES

The following standards are necessary adjuncts to this standard:

2.1 IS: 9211-1979 "Denominations and Definitions of Weights of Road

Vehicles".

2.2 IS: 14272 (Part 1)-1995 "Automotive Vehicles - Types – Terminology.

2.3 AIS-012/2001 "Performance Requirements of Lighting and Light

Signalling Devices for Motor Vehicle having more than Three Wheels,
Trailer and Semi-Trailer, Agricultural Tractor excluding Special Purpose
Vehicle".

2.4 IS: 9435-1980 "Terms and Definitions Relating to Dimensions of Road

Vehicles".

3.0 Vehicle Type

3.1 Vehicle type with regard to the installation of lighting and light signalling
devices means vehicles which do not differ in the essential respects given
below:
- Dimensions and external shape of the vehicle,
- Number and positioning of the devices,
- Head lamp levelling system, if provided,
- Suspension system.

3.2 The following shall likewise, not deemed to be vehicles of different type.

3.2.1 Vehicles which differ within the meaning of items mentioned above but
not in such a way as to entail a change in the kind, number, positioning
and geometric visibility of the lamp and inclination of the dipped-beam
prescribed for the vehicle type in question.
3.2.2 Vehicles on which optional lamps are fitted or absent.

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4.0 DEFINITIONS

For the purpose of this standard the following definitions shall apply:

4.1 Transverse Plane means a vertical plane perpendicular to the median

longitudinal plane of the vehicle.

4.2 Unladen Vehicle means the vehicle in kerb weight condition as specified
in IS: 9211-1979.

4.3 Laden Vehicle means the vehicle loaded to its maximum permissible
weight (GVW) as stated by the manufacturer who shall also specify the
distribution of this weight between the axles.

4.4 Device means an element or an assembly of elements used to perform

one or more functions.

4.5 Light Source with regard to Filament Lamps means the filament itself
(where a lamp has several filaments, each one shall constitute a light
source).

4.6 Lamp means a device designed to illuminate the road or to emit a light
signal to other road users. Rear registration plate lamps and retro-
reflectors are likewise to be regarded as lamps.

4.6.1 Equivalent Lamps means lamps having the same function. These may
have different characteristics from those installed on the vehicle when it
is approved on the condition that the lamps satisfy the requirements of
this standard.

4.6.2 Single Function Lamp means a device or a part of a device which

performs a single lighting or light signalling function.

4.6.3 Independent Lamp means a device having separate illuminating

surface(1) separate light source and separate lamp body.

4.6.4 Grouped Lamp means a device having separate illuminating surface(1)

and separate light sources but a common lamp body.

4.6.5 Combined Lamp means a device having separate illuminating surface(1)

but a common light source and a common lamp body.

4.6.6 Reciprocally Incorporated Lamp means a device having separate light

sources or a single light source operating under different conditions (e.g.
optical, mechanical, or electrical differences), totally or partially common
illuminating surfaces(1) and a common lamp body.

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4.6.7 Concealable Lamp means a lamp capable of being partly or completely

hidden when not in use. This result may be achieved by means of a
movable cover by displacement of the lamp or by any other suitable
means. The term “retractable” is used more particularly to describe a
concealable lamp the displacement of which enables it to be inserted
within the body work.

4.6.8 Main-Beam Headlamp means the lamp used to illuminate the road over
a long distance ahead of the vehicle.

4.6.9 Dipped-Beam Headlamp means the lamp used to illuminate the road
ahead of the vehicle without causing undue dazzle or discomfort to
oncoming drivers and other road users.

4.6.10 Front Fog Lamp means the lamp used in case of fog, snowfall, rain
storms or dust clouds to improve the illumination of the road.

4.6.11 Reversing Lamp means the lamp used to illuminate the road to the rear
of the vehicle and to warn other road users that the vehicle is reversing or
about to reverse.

4.6.12 Direction-Indicator Lamp means the lamp used to indicate to other road
users that the driver intends to change direction to the right or to the left.
(1)
NOTE: In the case of lighting devices for the rear registration mark
and the direction indicators (category 5), light emitting surface
can replace an illuminating surface.

4.6.13 Hazard Warning Signal means the simultaneous operation of all the
direction indicator lamps of a vehicle to draw attention to the fact that the
vehicle temporarily constitutes a special danger to other road users.

4.6.14 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.

4.6.15 Rear Registration Plate (mark) Illuminating Lamp means the device
used to illuminate the space intended to accommodate the rear
registration plate. This may consist of different optical components.

4.6.16 Front Position Lamp means the lamp used to indicate the presence and
the width of the vehicle when viewed from the front.

4.6.17 Rear Position Lamp means the lamp used to indicate the presence and
the width of the vehicle when viewed from the rear.

4.6.18 Rear Fog Lamp means the lamp used to make the vehicle more easily
visible from the rear in dense fog, snowfall, rain storms or dust clouds.

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4.6.19 Parking Lamp means the lamp used to draw attention to the presence of
a stationary vehicle in a built up area. In such circumstances it replaces
the front and rear position lamps.

4.6.20 End Outline Marker Lamp means the lamp fixed to the extreme outer
edge as close as possible to the top of the vehicle and intended to indicate
clearly the overall width of the vehicle. This lamp is intended for certain
vehicles and trailers to complement the front and rear position lamps of
the vehicle by drawing particular attention to its bulk.

4.6.21 Side-Marker Lamp means a lamp used to indicate the presence of the
vehicle when viewed from the side.

4.6.22 Retro Reflector means a device used to indicate the presence of a

vehicle by the reflection of light emanating from a light source not
connected to the vehicle, the observer being situated near the source. For
the purpose of this standard, retro-reflecting number plates or such
devices which are to be provided for transportation of dangerous goods
and for which separate standards covers their specifications, shall not be
considered to be retro-reflector.

4.6.23 Day Time Running Lamp means a lamp facing in a forward direction
used to make the vehicle more easily visible when driving during
daytime.

4.7 Light Emitting Surface of a "Lighting Device", "Light-Signalling

Device" or a "Retro–Reflector" means all or part of the exterior surface
of the transparent material as specified by the device manufacturer on the
drawing of device. (Ref.Fig.1 and Fig.2).

4.8 Illuminating Surface (Ref. Fig. 1 and Fig. 2).

4.8.1 Illuminating Surface of a Lighting Device (Cl. 4.6.8 to 4.6.11) means

the orthogonal projection of the full aperture of the reflector, or in the
case of head lamps with an ellipsoidal reflector of the “projection lens”,
on a transverse plane. If the lighting device has no reflector, the
definition of Cl. 4.8.2 shall be applied. If the light emitting surface of the
lamp extends over a part only of the full aperture of the reflector, then the
projection of that part only is taken into account.

In the case of a dipped-beam headlamp, the illuminating surface is

limited by the apparent trace of the cut-off on the lens. If the reflector
and lens are adjustable relative to one another, the mean adjustment
should be used.

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4.8.2 Illuminating Surface of a Light-Signalling Device Other Than a

Retro Reflector (Cl. 4.6.12 to 4.6.21 and 4.6.23) means the orthogonal
projection of the lamp in a plane perpendicular to its axis of reference and
in contact with the exterior light emitting surface of the lamp, this
projection being bounded by the edges of the screens situated in this
plane, each allowing only 98 % of the total luminous intensity of the light
to persist in the direction of the axis of reference.

To determine the lower, upper and lateral limits of the illuminating

surface, only screens with horizontal or vertical edges shall be used.

4.8.3 Illuminating Surface of a Retro-Reflector means the orthogonal

projection of a retro-reflector (defined in Cl. 4.6.22) in a plane
perpendicular to its axis of reference and delimited by planes contiguous
to the outermost parts of the retro-reflector’s optical system and parallel
to that axis. For the purposes of determining the lower, upper and lateral
edges of the device, only horizontal and vertical planes shall be
considered.

4.9 Apparent Surface means the apparent surface for a defined direction of
observation means, at the request of the manufacturer, the orthogonal
projection of:

- Either the boundary of the illuminating surface projected on the

exterior surface of the lens (a – b),

- or the light-emitting surface (c–d), in a plane perpendicular to the

direction of observation and tangential to the most exterior point of
the lens (Ref. Fig.1 and Fig. 2).

4.10 Axis of Reference / Reference Axis means the characteristic axis of the
lamp determined by the lamp manufacturer for use as the direction of
reference (H=0°, V=0°) for angles of field for photometric measurements
and for installing the lamp on the vehicle.

4.11 Centre of Reference / Reference Centre means the intersection of the

axis of reference with the exterior light-emitting surface. This centre of
reference is to be specified by the manufacturer of the lamp.

4.12 Angles of Geometric Visibility means the angles which determine the
field of the minimum solid angle in which the apparent surface of the
lamp must be visible. That field on the solid angles is determined by the
segments of the sphere of which the centre coincides with the centre of
reference of the lamp and the equator is parallel with the ground. These
segments are determined in relation to the axis of reference. The
horizontal angles β correspond to the longitude and the vertical angles α
to the latitude. There must be no obstacle on the inside of the angles of
geometric visibility to the propagation of light from any part of the
apparent surface of the lamp observed from infinity.
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If measurements are taken closer to the lamp, there must be a parallel

shift in the direction of observation to achieve the same accuracy.

No account shall be taken of obstacles on the inside of the angles of

geometric visibility, if they were already present when the lamp was type
approved.

If, when the lamp is installed, any part of the apparent surface of the lamp
is hidden by any further parts of the vehicle, proof shall be furnished that
the part of the lamp not hidden by obstacles still conforms to the
photometric values prescribed for the approval of the device as an optical
unit (See Fig.1). Nevertheless, when the vertical angle of geometric
visibility below the horizontal may be reduced to 5° (lamp at less than
750 mm above the ground level) the photometric field of measurements
of the installed optical unit may be reduced to 5° below the horizontal.

4.13 Extreme Outer Edge on Either Side of the Vehicle means the plane
parallel to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle and touching its
lateral outer edge, disregarding the projection :

4.13.1 of tyres near their point of contact with the ground and connections for
tyre - pressure gauges.

4.13.2 of anti-skid devices which may be mounted on the wheels.

4.13.3 of rear view mirrors.

4.13.4 of side-direction-indicator lamps, end-outline marker lamps, front and

rear position lamps, parking lamps, retro-reflectors and side-marker
lamps.

4.13.5 of seals affixed to the vehicle and of devices for securing and protecting
such seals.

4.14 Overall Width means the distance between the two vertical planes of the
extreme outer edges defined in Cl. 4.13.

4.15 A ‘Single Lamp’ means a device or part of a device, having one function
and one apparent surface defined in Cl. 4.9 in the direction of reference
axis and one or more light sources.

For the purpose of installation on a vehicle, a ‘single lamp’ also means

any assembly of two independent or grouped lamps, whether identical or
not, having the same function, if they are installed so that the projections
of the apparent surfaces in the direction of the reference axis occupies not
less than 60% of the smallest rectangle circumscribing the projections of
the said apparent surfaces in the direction of the reference axis.

In such case, each of these lamps shall, where approval is required, be

approved as a Type “D “ lamp.
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This possible combination does not apply to main beam headlamps,

dipped-beam headlamps and front fog lamps.

4.16 Two Lamps or an even number of Lamps means a single light emitting
surface in the shape of a band or strip is placed symmetrically in the
relation to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle and extending on
both sides to within not less than 400 mm of the extreme outer edge of
the vehicle and being not less than 800 mm long. The illumination of
such a surface shall be provided by not less than two light sources placed
as close as possible to its ends. The light emitting surface may be
constituted by a number of juxtaposed elements on condition that the
projections of the several individual light emitting surfaces on the same
transverse plane occupy not less than 60% of the area of the smallest
rectangle circumscribing the projections of those individual light emitting
surfaces.

4.17 Distance between Two Lamps facing the same direction means the
shortest distance between the two apparent surfaces in the direction of the
reference axis. Where the distance between the lamps clearly meets the
requirements of the standard, the exact edges of the apparent surfaces
need not be determined.

4.18 Optional Lamp means a lamp the presence of which is left to the
discretion of the vehicle manufacturer.

4.19 Operating Tell-Tale means a visual or auditory signal (or any equivalent
signal) indicating that a device has been switched on and is operating
correctly or not.

4.20 Circuit Closed Tell-Tale means a visual (or any equivalent signal)
indicating that a device has been switched on, but not indicating whether
it is operating correctly or not.

4.21 Ground means the surface on which the vehicle stands, which should be
substantially horizontal.

4.22 Movable Components of the Vehicle means those body panels or other
vehicle parts the position of which can be changed by tilting rotating or
sliding without the use of tools. They do not include tiltable driver cabs.

4.23 Normal Position of use of a Movable Component means the

position(s) of a movable component specified by a vehicle manufacturer
for the normal condition of use and the park condition of the vehicle.

4.24 Normal Condition of use of Vehicle means:

4.24.1 for a motor vehicle when the vehicle is ready to move with its propulsion
engine running and its movable components in the normal position(s) as
defined in 4.23.
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4.24.2 and for a trailer when the trailer is connected to drawing vehicle in the
condition described in 4.24.1 and its movable components are in the
normal position(s) as defined in 4.23.

4.25 Park-Condition of a Vehicle means:

4.25.1 for a motor vehicle is at a standstill and the propulsion engine is not
running and its movable components are in its normal position(s) as
defined in the 4.23.

4.25.2 and for a trailer when the trailer is connected to a drawing vehicle in the
condition as described in 4.25.1 and its movable components are in the
normal position(s) as defined in 4.23.

4.26 Longitudinal Median Plane of Vehicle (as defined in IS: 9435-1980).

5.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Only those lighting and light signalling devices referred to in 6.0 of this
standard shall be permitted to be installed on motor vehicles.

5.2 The lighting and light signalling devices shall be so fitted that under
normal conditions of use as defined in 4.24 and not withstanding any
vibration to which they may be subjected to, they retain the
characteristics laid down in this standard and enable the vehicle to
comply with the requirements of this standard. In particular, it shall not
be possible for the adjustment of the lamps to be inadvertently disturbed.

5.3 The illuminating lamps described in Cl. 4.6.8, 4.6.9 and 4.6.10 shall be so
installed that correct adjustment of their orientation can easily be carried
out.

5.4 For all light-signalling devices, including those mounted on the side
panels, the reference axis of the lamp when fitted to the vehicle shall be
parallel to the bearing plane of the vehicles on the road. In addition, it
shall be perpendicular to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle in
the case of side retro-reflector and side marker lamps and parallel to that
plane in the case of all other signalling devices. In each direction a
tolerance of ±3° shall be allowed. In addition, any specific instructions as
regards fitting laid down by the manufacturer shall be complied with.

5.5 In the absence of specific requirements, the height and alignment of the
lamps shall be checked with the unladen vehicle placed on a flat,
horizontal surface under normal conditions of use of a vehicle as defined
in 4.24.

5.6 In the absence of specific requirements, lamps constituting a pair shall:

5.6.1 be fitted to the vehicle symmetrically in relation to the median

longitudinal plane. (this is to be based on the exterior geometrical form of
the lamp and not on the edge of its illuminating surface refereed in 4.8).
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5.6.2 be symmetrical to one another in relation to the median longitudinal

plane. This requirement is not valid with regard to the interior structure of
the lamp.

5.6.3 satisfy the same colorimetric characteristics (component type approval

value).

5.6.4 have substantially identical photometric characteristics (component type

approval value).

5.7 On vehicles whose external shape is asymmetrical, the above

requirements shall be satisfied as far as possible.

5.8 Lamps may be grouped, combined or reciprocally incorporated with one

another provided that all requirements regarding colour, position,
alignment, geometric visibility, electrical connections and other
requirements if any for each lamp are fulfilled.

5.9 The maximum height with respect to the ground shall be measured from
the highest point and the minimum height from the lowest point of the
apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis. In the case of
dipped beam head lamps, the minimum height shall be measured
from the lowest point of the effective outlet of the optical system
(eg. reflector, lens, projection lens) independent of its utilisation.
Where the maximum and minimum height clearly meets the
requirements of this standard, the exact edges of any surface need not be
determined.

5.10 The position, as regards width, shall be determined from the edge of the
apparent surface in the direction of reference axis which is the farthest
from the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle when referred to the
overall width and from the inner edges of the apparent surface in the
direction of reference axis when referred to the distance between the
lamps. Where the position, as regards width, clearly meets the
requirements of this standard the exact edges of any surface need not be
determined.

5.11 In the absence of specific requirements, no lamps other than direction-

indicator lamps and the hazard-warning signal shall emit a flashing light.

5.12 The colours of the light emitted by the lamps shall be the following:

Main-beam headlamp : white

Dipped-beam headlamp : white
Front fog lamp : white or yellow
Reversing lamp : white
Direction-indicator lamp : amber
Hazard warning signal : amber
Stop lamp : red
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Rear registration plate lamp : white

Front position lamp : white
Rear position lamp : red
Rear fog lamp : red
Parking lamp : white in front, red at the rear, amber
if reciprocally incorporated in the
side direction-indicator lamps or in
the side marker lamps
End-outline marker lamp : white in front, red at the rear
Rear retro-reflector, non- : red
triangular
Rear retro-reflector, triangular : red
Front retro-reflector, non- : white
triangular
Side retro-reflector, non-triangular: amber, however the rearmost side
retro-reflector can be red if it is
grouped or has part of the light
emitting surface in common with the
rear position lamp, the rear end-
outline marker lamp, the rear fog
lamp, the stop-lamp or the red
rearmost side-marker lamp

Side marker lamp : amber, however the rearmost side

lamp can be red if it is grouped or
combined or reciprocally
incorporated with the rear position
lamp, the rear end-outline marker
lamp, the rear fog lamp, the stop-
lamp or is grouped or has part of the
light emitting surface in common
with the rear retro-reflector.

5.13 No red light in the forward direction and no white light in the rearward
direction, shall be emitted from a lamp (which could give rise to
confusion), other than from a reversing lamp and a rear registration plate
lamp. While considering this requirement, no account shall be taken of
lighting devices fitted in the interior of the vehicle.

5.14 In case of doubt, this requirement shall be verified as follows:

5.14.1 For the visibility of red light towards the front: There shall be no direct
visibility of the light emitting surface of a red lamp if viewed by an
observer moving within zone 1 in a transverse plane situated 25 m in
front of the vehicle (Ref. Fig.3).

5.14.2 For the visibility of white light towards the rear: There shall be no direct
visibility of the light emitting surface of a white lamp if viewed by an
observer moving within zone 2 in a transverse plane situated 25 m behind
the vehicle (Ref. Fig.4).
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5.14.3 Zones 1 and 2, as seen by the observer, are limited in their respective
planes as follows:

- As regards height, by two horizontal planes which are 1 m and 2.2 m

respectively above the ground.

- As regards width, by two vertical planes which make an angle of 15°

towards the front and rear respectively and outside the vehicle, by
reference to the median plane of the vehicle, passing through the
point(s) of contacts of vertical planes which are parallel to the
median longitudinal plane of the vehicle and limiting the overall
width of the vehicle. If there are several points of contact, the one
which is the farthest forward shall correspond to the front plane and
the one farthest rearward shall correspond to the rear plane.

5.15 The electrical connections shall be such that the front and rear position
lamps, end-outline marker lamps, side-marker lamps and the rear
registration plate lamp wherever fitted can only be switched ON and OFF
simultaneously. This requirement shall not apply when using front and
rear position lamps as well as side-marker lamps combined or
reciprocally incorporated with the said lamps as parking lamps.

5.16 The electrical connections shall be such that main beam and dipped beam
head lamps and the front fog lamps can not be switched ON unless the
lamps referred to in Cl. 5.15 above are also switched ON. This
requirement shall not apply, however, to main–beam or dipped beam
headlamps when their luminous warning consist of the intermittent
lighting up at short intervals of the main-beam head lamp/dipped-beam
headlamps or the alternate lighting up at short intervals of the main-beam
and dipped-beam headlamps.

5.17 The function of circuit closed tell tale may be fulfilled by operational tell
tale.

5.18 Concealable Lamps

5.18.1 The concealment of lamps shall be prohibited with the exception of the
main beam headlamp, the dipped-beam headlamp and the front fog lamp
which may be concealed when not in use.

5.18.2 In the event of any failure affecting the operations of the concealment
device(s), the lamp shall remain in the position of use, if already in use or
shall be capable of being moved into the position of use without the aid
of tools.

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5.18.3 It shall be possible to move the lamps into the position of use and switch
them ON by means of a single control without excluding the possibility
of moving them into the position of use without switching them ON.
However in the case of grouped main-beam and dipped beam headlamps,
the control referred to above is required only to activate the dipped beam
headlamps.

5.18.4 It shall not deliberately be possible from the driver’s seat to stop the
movement of switched ON lamps before they reach the position of use.
If there is a danger of dazzling other road users by the movement of the
lamps they may light up only when they have reached their position of
use.

5.18.5 At temperature of –10 °C to +50 °C, the lamp shall be capable of

reaching the position of use within three seconds of initial operation of
the control.

5.19 Except as provided by Cl. 5.20, 5.21 and 5.23, the lamps may be installed
on movable components.

5.20 Rear position lamps, rear direction indicator lamps and retro reflectors -
triangular as well as non-triangular, shall not be installed on movable
components. Should the above functions be obtained by an assembly of
two lamps marked "D" (see Cl. 4.15), only one of these lamps need to be
installed on the non-movable part of the vehicle.

5.21 There shall not be any movable component, with or without a light
signalling device installed on it, which in any fixed position hides more
than 50% of the apparent surface of front and rear position lamps, front
and rear direction indicator lamps and retro reflectors when viewed in the
reference axis of the specific device.

5.22 When the movable components are in a position other than a normal
position the devices installed on them shall not cause undue discomfort to
road users.

5.23 When a lamp is installed on a movable component and the movable

component is in the normal position of use, the lamp shall always return
to the position(s) specified by the manufacturer in accordance with this
standard. In the case of dipped-beam head lamps and front fog lamps,
this requirement shall be considered satisfied if when the movable
component are moved and returned to the normal position 10 times, no
value of the angular inclination of these lamps relative to its support,
measured after each operation of the component, differs by more than
0.15 % from the average of the 10 measured values.

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6.0 INDIVIDUAL SPECIFICATIONS

6.1 Main-beam Headlamp

6.1.1 Presence: Mandatory on all motor vehicles of category M and N.

Prohibited on trailers.

6.1.2 Number: Two or four.

Where a vehicle is fitted with four concealable headlamps, the

installation of two additional headlamps shall only be authorised for the
purpose of light-signalling, consisting of intermittent illumination at short
intervals (see Cl. 5.16) in daylight.

6.1.3 Arrangement: No individual specifications.

6.1.4 Position:

6.1.4.1 Width: No individual specifications.

6.1.4.2 Height: Not less than 450 mm and not more than 1200 mm above the
ground.

6.1.4.3 Length: At the front of the vehicle and fitted in such a way that the light
emitted does not cause discomfort to the driver either directly or
indirectly through the rear-view mirrors and/or other reflecting surfaces
of the vehicle.

6.1.5 Geometric Visibility

The visibility of the illuminating surface, including its visibility in areas

which do not appear to be illuminated in the direction of observation
considered shall be ensured within a divergent space defined by
generating lines based on the perimeter of the illuminating surface and
forming an angle of not less than 5 degrees with the axis of reference of
the headlamp. The origin of the angles of geometric visibility is the
perimeter of the projection of the illuminating surface on a transverse
plane tangent to the foremost part of the lens of the headlamp.

6.1.6 Orientation: Towards the front.

6.1.6.1 Apart from the devices necessary to maintain correct adjustment, and
when there are two pairs of headlamps one pair, consisting of headlamps
functioning as main-beam headlamps only, may swivel, according to the
angle of lock of the steering, about a vertical axis.

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6.1.7 Electrical Connections

6.1.7.1 The main-beam headlamps may be switched ON either simultaneously

or in pairs. For changing over from the dipped to the main beam at least
one pair of main-beam headlamps shall be switched ON. For changing
over from the main-beam to the dipped-beam, all main-beam headlamps
shall be switched OFF simultaneously.

6.1.7.2 The dipped-beams may remain switched ON at the same time as the main
beams.

6.1.7.3 Where four concealable headlamps are fitted, their raised position shall
prevent the simultaneous operation of any additional headlamps fitted,
if these are intended to provide light signals consisting of intermittent
illumination at short intervals (Ref. Cl. 5.16) in daylight.

6.1.8 Tell-tale : Circuit closed tell-tale is mandatory.

6.1.9 Other Requirements

6.1.9.1 The aggregate maximum intensity of the main-beam headlamps which

can be switched ON simultaneously shall not exceed 225,000 cd
(component type approval value) which corresponds to a reference value
of 75.

6.1.9.2 This maximum intensity shall be obtained by adding together the

individual reference marks which are indicated on the headlamps. The
reference mark shall be given to each of the headlamp as per AIS-012.

6.2 Dipped-beam Headlamp

6.2.1 Presence: Mandatory on motor vehicles. Prohibited on trailers.

6.2.2 Number: Two

6.2.3 Arrangement: No special requirement.

6.2.4 Position:

6.2.4.1 Width: That edge of the apparent surface in the direction of the reference
axis which is farthest from the vehicle’s median longitudinal plane shall
be not more than 400 mm from the extreme outer edge of the vehicle.
The inner edges of the apparent surfaces in the direction of the reference
axes shall be not less than 600 mm apart. This distance shall be reduced
to 400 mm where the overall width of the vehicle is less than 1,300 mm.

6.2.4.2 Height: Not less than 450 mm and not more than 1,200 mm above the
ground.

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6.2.4.3 Length: At the front of the vehicle. This requirement shall be deemed
to be satisfied if the light emitted does not cause discomfort to the driver
either directly, or indirectly through the rear view mirrors and / or other
reflecting surfaces of the vehicle.

6.2.5 Geometric Visibility:

6.2.5.1 Defined by angles α and β as specified in 4.12.

6.2.5.2 α = 15 degrees upwards and 10 degrees downwards.

6.2.5.3 β = 45 degrees outwards and 10 degrees inwards.

6.2.5.4 Since the photometric values required for dipped-beam headlamps do not
cover the full geometric field of vision, a minimum value of 1 cd in the
space remaining is required for type approval purposes. The presence of
partitions or other items of equipment near the headlamp shall not give
rise to secondary effects causing discomfort to other road users.

6.2.6 Orientation: Towards the front.

6.2.6.1 Vertical Orientation

6.2.6.1.1 The initial downward inclination of the cut-off of the dipped-beam to be

set in the unladen condition of the vehicle with one person in the driver's
seat shall be specified within an accuracy of 0.1% by the manufacturer
and indicated in a clearly legible and indelible manner on each vehicle
close to either headlamps or the manufacture's plate by the symbol shown
in Annex A. The value of this indicated downward inclination shall be
defined in Cl. 6.2.6.1.2.

6.2.6.1.2 Depending on the mounting height in meters (h) of the lower edge of the
apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis of the dipped-beam
headlamp, measured on the unladen vehicle, the vertical inclination of the
cut-off of the dipped-beam shall, under all the static conditions of
Annex.B, remain between the following limits and the initial aiming
shall have the following values (summarised in Fig.5 below):

a) h < 1.0 m

limits : between - 0.5% and - 2.5 %

initial aiming : between - 1.0% and - 1.5 %

OR

At the discretion of the manufacturer, in cases where h is between 0.8 m

and 1.0 m, the values specified for h > 1.0 m can be used.

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The application for the vehicle type-approval shall, in this case, contain
information as to which of the two alternatives is to be used.

b) h > 1.0

limits : between - 1.0% and - 3.0 %

initial aiming : between - 1.5% and - 2.0 %

Fig.5 Vertical Inclination

6.2.6.2 Headlamp Levelling Device

6.2.6.2.1 In the case where a headlamp levelling device is necessary to satisfy the
requirements of Cl. 6.2.6.1.1 and 6.2.6.1.2, the device shall be automatic.

6.2.6.2.2 However, devices which are adjusted manually, either continuously or

non- continuously shall be permitted, provided they have a stop position
at which the lamps shall be returned to the initial inclination defined in
Cl. 6.2.6.1.1 by means of the usual adjusting screws or similar means.
These manually adjustable devices shall be operable from the driver's
seat.

Continually adjustable devices shall have reference marks indicating the

loading conditions that require adjustment of the dipped beam.
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The number of positions on devices which are not continuously

adjustable shall be such as to ensure compliance with the range of
values prescribed in Cl. 6.2.6.1.2 in all the loading conditions defined in
Annex B.

For these devices also, the loading conditions of Annex.B that require
adjustment of the dipped-beam shall be clearly marked near the control
of the device (Ref. Annex D).

6.2.6.2.3 In the event of failure of the devices described in Cl. 6.2.6.2.1 and
6.2.6.2.2, the dipped-beam shall not assume a position in which the dip
is less than that it was at the time when the failure of the device
occurred.

6.2.6.3 Measuring Procedure:

6.2.6.3.1 After adjustment of initial inclination, the vertical inclination of the

dipped beam, expressed in % shall be measured in static conditions
under the loading conditions defined in Annex B.

6.2.6.3.2 The measurement of the variation of the dipped beam as a function of

load shall be carried out in accordance with the test procedure given in
Annex C.

6.2.7 Electrical Connections:

The control for changing over to the dipped-beam must switch OFF all
main-beam headlamps simultaneously. The dipped-beam may remain
switched ON at the same time as the main-beam.

6.2.8 Tell Tale: Optional.

6.2.9 Other Requirements:

The requirements of 5.6.2 shall not apply to dipped-beam head lamps.

Dipped-beam headlamps shall not swivel according to the angle of lock

of steering.

6.3 Front Fog Lamp:

6.3.1 Presence: Optional on motor vehicles, prohibited on trailers. However,

it shall be mandatory to have necessary provision in the wiring harness
for connecting the front fog lamp.

6.3.2 Number: Two.

6.3.3 Arrangement: No special requirement.

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6.3.4 Position

6.3.4.1 Width: That point on the apparent surface in the direction of the
reference axis which is farthest from the vehicle’s median longitudinal
plane shall not be more than 400 mm from the extreme outer edge of the
vehicle.

6.3.4.2 Height: Not less than 250 mm above the ground. No point on the
apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis shall be higher than
the highest point on the apparent surface in the direction of the reference
axis of the dipped-beam headlamp.

6.3.4.3 Length: At the front of the vehicle. This requirement shall be deemed to
be satisfied if the light emitted does not cause discomfort to the driver
either directly, or indirectly through the rear-view mirrors and or other
reflecting surfaces of the vehicle.

6.3.5 Geometric Visibility: Defined by angles α and β as specified in 4.12;

α = 5 degrees upwards and downwards,

β = 45 degrees outwards and 10 degrees inwards.

6.3.6 Orientation: Towards the front. The alignment of the front fog lamps
shall not vary according to the angle of lock of steering.

They shall be directed forward without causing undue dazzle or

discomfort to oncoming drivers and other road users.

6.3.7 Electrical Connections: It shall be possible to switch the front fog lamps
ON and OFF independently of the main-beam head lamps, dipped-beam
head lamps or any combination of main and dipped-head lamps.

6.3.8 Tell-Tales: Circuit closed tell-tale mandatory.

6.3.9 Other Requirements: None.

6.4 Reversing Lamp:

6.4.1 Presence: Mandatory on all motor vehicles of category M and N.

Optional on trailers.

6.4.2 Number: One or two.

6.4.3 Arrangement: No special requirement.

6.4.4 Position:

6.4.4.1 Width: No special requirement.

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6.4.4.2 Height: Not less than 250 mm and not more than 1,200 mm above the
ground.

6.4.4.3 Length: At the back of the vehicle.

6.4.5 Geometric Visibility:

6.4.5.1 Defined by angles α and β as specified in 4.12;

α = 15 degrees upwards and 5 degrees downwards

β = 45 degrees to right and to left if there is only one light
45 degrees outwards and 30 degrees inwards if there are two

6.4.6 Orientation: Rearwards.

6.4.7 Electrical Connections

They shall be such that the lamp can light up only if the reverse gear is
engaged and if the device which controls the starting and stopping of the
engine is in such a position that operation of the engine is possible. It
shall not light up or remain lit if either of the above conditions is not
satisfied.

6.4.8 Tell-Tale: Optional.

6.4.9 Other Requirements: None.

6.5 Direction-Indicator Lamp

6.5.1 Presence: Mandatory.

Different categories of direction indicator lamps viz. 1, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b and
5 (as defined in AIS-012) are shown in Fig.6. Indicator lamps 1, 1a, 1b,
2a, 2b and 5 shown in Fig.6 are applicable to all motor vehicles of
category M and N while 2a and 2b are applicable to trailers only.

6.5.2 Number: According to the arrangement.

6.5.3 Arrangements (Ref. Fig. 6).

6.5.3.1 For all motor vehicles of category M and N:

Two front direction indicator lamps of the following categories:

- 1 or 1a or 1b, if the distance between the edge of the apparent

surface in the direction of the reference axis of this lamp and that of
the apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis of the
dipped-beam headlamp and/or the front fog lamp, if there is one, is
at least 40 mm;
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- 1a or 1b, if the distance between the edge of the apparent surface in

the direction of the reference axis of this lamp and that of the
apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis of the dipped-
beam headlamp and/or the front fog lamp, if there is one, is greater
than 20 mm and less than 40 mm;

- 1b, if the distance between the edge of the apparent surface in the
direction of the reference axis of this lamp and that of the apparent
surface in the direction of the reference axis, of the dipped-beam
headlamp and/or the front fog lamp, if there is one, is less than or
equal to 20 mm;

6.5.3.2 Two rear direction indicator lamps of categories 2a or 2b.

6.5.3.3 Two side direction indicator lamps of the category 5:

Where lamps combining the functions of front direction indicator lamps

of categories 1, 1a and 1b and side direction indicator lamps of category
5 are fitted, two additional side direction indicator lamps of category 5
may be fitted to meet the visibility requirements of Cl. 6.5.5.

6.5.4. Position

6.5.4.1 Width: The edge of the apparent surface in the direction of the reference
axis farthest from the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle shall not
be more than 400 mm from the extreme outer edge of the vehicle. The
distance between the inner edges of the two apparent surfaces in the
direction of the reference axes shall not be less than 600 mm. This
distance may be reduced to 400 mm where the overall width of the
vehicle is less than 1,300 mm.

6.5.4.2 Height: Above the ground.

6.5.4.2.1 The height of the light-emitting surface of the side direction indicator
lamps of category 5 shall not be less than 500 mm measured from the
lowest point or more than 1,500 mm measured from the highest point.

6.5.4.2.2 The height of the direction indicator lamps of categories 1, 1a, 1b, 2a and
2b, measured in accordance with Cl. 5.9, shall not be less than 350 mm or
more than 1,500 mm.

6.5.4.2.3 If the structure of the vehicle does not permit these upper limits,
measured as specified above, to be respected, they may be increased to
2,300 mm for side direction indicator lamps of Category 5, and to 2,100
mm for the direction indicator lamps of Categories 1, 1a, l b, 2a and 2b.

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6.5.4.3 Length (Ref. Fig. 6):

The distance between the light-emitting surface of the side direction

indicator lamp (Category 5) and the transverse plane which marks the
forward boundary of the vehicle’s overall length, shall not exceed 1,800
mm. If the structure of the vehicle makes it impossible to comply with
the minimum angles of visibility, this distance may be increased to 2,500
mm.

6.5.5 Geometric Visibility

6.5.5.1 Horizontal angles (Ref. Fig.6).

6.5.5.2 Vertical angles: 15 degrees above and below the horizontal for direction
indicator lamps of categories 1, la, l b, 2a, 2b and 5. The vertical angle
below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees if the lamps are less
than 750 mm above the ground.

6.5.6 Orientation: According to the specifications for installation by the

manufacturer, if any.

6.5.7 Electrical Connections: Direction indicator lamps shall be switched ON

independently of other lamps. All direction indicator lamps on one side
of a vehicle shall be switched ON and OFF by means of one control and
shall flash in phase.

6.5.8 Tell-Tale

6.5.8.1 Operating tell-tale is mandatory for front and rear direction indicator
lamps. It may be visual or auditory or both. If it is visual, it shall be a
flashing light which, at least in the event of the malfunction of any of the
front or rear direction indicator lamps, is either extinguished, or remains
alight without flashing, or shows a marked change of frequency. If it is
entirely auditory, it shall be clearly audible and shall show a marked
change of frequency, at least in the event of the malfunction of any of the
front or rear direction indicator lamps.

6.5.8.2 If a motor vehicle is equipped to draw a trailer, it shall be fitted with a

special visual operational tell-tale for the direction indicator lamps on the
trailer unless the tell- tale of the drawing vehicle allows the failure of any
one of the direction indicator lamps on the vehicle combination thus
formed to be detected.

6.5.9 Other Requirements

The light shall be a flashing light, flashing at 90 ± 30 times per minute.

Operation of the light-signal control shall be followed within not more
than one second by the emission of light and within not more than one
and one- half seconds by its first extinction.
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If a motor vehicle is equipped to draw a trailer, the control of the

direction indicator lamps on the drawing vehicle shall also operate the
indicator lamps of the trailer. In the event of failure, other than short-
circuit, of one direction indicator lamp, the others shall continue to flash
but the frequency in this condition may be different from that prescribed.
(1)
ARRANGEMENT

FIG. 6 (See CL. 6.5)

(1) The value of 5° given for the dead angle of visibility to the rear of the side
direction indicator is an upper limit.

6.6 Hazard Warning Signal

6.6.1 Presence : Mandatory.

The signal shall be given by simultaneous operation of the direction-

indicator lamps in accordance with the requirements of Cl.6.5 above.

6.6.2 Number : As specified in Cl. 6.5.2.

6.6.3 Arrangements : As specified in Cl.6.5.3.

6.6.4. Position

6.6.4.1 Width : As specified in Cl. 6.5.4.1.

6.6.4.2 Height : As specified in Cl. 6.5.4.2.

6.6.4.3 Length : As specified in Cl. 6.5.4.3.

6.6.5 Geometric Visibility: As specified in Cl. 6.5.5.

6.6.6 Orientation: As specified in Cl. 6.5.6.

6.6.7 Electrical Connections: The signal shall be operated by means of a

separate control enabling all the direction indicator lamps flash in phase.
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6.6.8 Tell-tale: Circuit closed tell-tale is mandatory. It shall be flashing

warning light, which can operate in conjunction with the tell-tales
specified in Cl. 6.5.8.

6.6.9 Other Requirements:

If a power driven vehicle is equipped to draw a trailer, the hazard

warning signal control shall also be capable of bringing the direction
indicator lamps on the trailer into action. The hazard warning signal shall
be able to function even if the device which starts or stops the engine is
in a position which makes it impossible to start the engine.

6.7 Stop Lamp

6.7.1 Presence :

6.7.1.1 Devices of S1 or S2 Categories (as defined in AIS-012): Mandatory on all

M and N categories of vehicles.

6.7.1.2 Devices of S3 category: (as defined in AIS-012) Mandatory on M1

category of vehicles; optional on other categories of vehicles as specified
in IS:14272 (Part 1) – 1995.

6.7.2 Number :

6.7.2.1 Two devices of S1 or S2 and one device of S3 when fitted:

Only, when the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle (Ref. IS:9435 -
1980) is not located on a fixed body panel but on one or two movable
parts of the vehicle (e.g. doors), and lacks sufficient space to install a
single device of the S3 Category on the median longitudinal plane above
such movable parts, either two devices of the S3 category type ‘D’ may
be installed , or any device of S3 Category may be installed offset to the
left or right of the median longitudinal plane.

6.7.3 Arrangement: No special requirement.

6.7.4 Position:

6.7.4.1 Width:

For S1 or S2 Category devices: Not less than 600 mm apart. This distance
may be reduced to 400 mm if the overall width of the vehicle is less than
1300 mm.

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For S3 Category devices: The centre of reference shall be situated on the

median longitudinal plane of the vehicle. However, in the case where the
two devices of the S3 Category are installed, according to Cl. 6.7.2, they
shall be positioned as close as possible to the median longitudinal plane -
one on each side of this plane. In the case where one S3 Category lamp
offset from the median longitudinal plane is permitted according to
paragraph 6.7.2., this offset shall not exceed 150 mm from the median
longitudinal plane to the centre of reference of the lamp.

6.7.4.2 Height

For S1 or S2 Category devices: Above the ground, not less than 350 mm
and not more than 1,500 mm. When the shape of the body work does not
permit this, the maximum limit is extended to 2,100 mm.

For S3 Category devices: The horizontal plane tangential to the lower

edge of the apparent surface shall not be more than 150 mm below the
horizontal plane tangential to the lower edge of the exposed surface of
the glass or glazing of the rear window, or not be less than 850 mm above
the ground. However, the horizontal plane tangential to the lower edge of
the apparent surface of S3 category device shall be above the horizontal
plane tangential to the upper edge of the apparent surface of S1 or S2
categories devices.

6.7.4.3 Length

- For S1 or S2 categories devices : at the rear of the vehicle.

- For S3 Category devices no special requirement.

6.7.5 Geometric Visibility

6.7.5.1 Horizontal Angle

- For S1 or S2 Categories devices: 45 degrees to the left and right of

the longitudinal axis of the vehicle;

- For S3 Category devices: 10 degrees to the left and right of the

longitudinal axis of the vehicle;

6.7.5.2 Vertical Angle

- For S1 or S2 Categories devices: 15 degrees above and below the

horizontal. However, the vertical angle below the horizontal may be
reduced to 5 degrees, if the height of the lamp is less than 750 mm.

- For S3 Category devices: 10 degrees above and 5 degrees below the

horizontal.

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6.7.6 Orientation : Towards the rear of the vehicle.

6.7.7 Electrical Connections : These shall light up when the service brake is
applied. The stop lamps need not function if the device which starts
and/or stops the engine is in a position which makes it impossible for the
engine to operate. The stop lamps may be activated by the application of
a retarder or a similar device.

6.7.8 Tell-tale : Tell-tale is optional. Where fitted, this tell-tale shall be an

operating tell-tale, consisting of a non-flashing warning light which
comes on in the event of the malfunctioning of the stop lamps.

6.7.9 Other Requirements

6.7.9.1 The S3 category device shall not be reciprocally incorporated with any
other lamp.

6.7.9.2 The S3 category device shall be installed outside or inside the vehicle. In
the case where it is installed inside the vehicle, the light emitted shall not
cause discomfort to the driver through the rear-view mirrors and/or other
surfaces of the vehicle (i.e. rear window).

6.8 Rear Registration Plate (Mark) Illumination Lamp

6.8.1 Presence : Mandatory.

6.8.2 The number, arrangement, position, geometric visibility and orientation

of the device shall be such that the area of registration plate shall be
adequately illuminated.

6.8.3 Electrical Connections: Same as Cl. 5.15.

6.8.4 Tell-tale: Tell-tale is optional. If it exists, its function shall be carried

out by the tell-tale required for the front and rear position lamps.

6.8.5 Other Requirements : When the rear registration plate lamp is

combined with the rear position lamp, reciprocally incorporated in the
stop lamp or in the rear fog lamp, the photometric characteristics of the
rear registration plate lamp may be modified during the illumination of
the stop lamp or the rear fog lamp.

6.9 Front Position Lamp

6.9.1 Presence : Mandatory on all motor vehicles and on trailers over 1,600
mm wide. Optional on trailers which are not more than 1,600 mm wide.

6.9.2 Number : Two.

6.9.3 Arrangement : No special requirement.

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6.9.4 Position :

6.9.4.1 Width : That point on the apparent surface in the direction of the
reference axis which is farthest from the vehicle's median longitudinal
plane shall not be more than 400 mm from the extreme outer edge of the
vehicle. In the case of a trailer, the point on the apparent surface in the
direction of the reference axis which is farthest from the median
longitudinal plane shall not be more than 150 mm from the extreme outer
edge of the vehicle.

The distance between the inner edges of the two apparent surfaces in the
direction of the reference axes shall not be less than 600 mm. This
distance may be reduced to 400 mm where the overall width of the
vehicle is less than 1,300 mm.

6.9.4.2 Height: Above the ground not less than 350 mm and not more than 1,500
mm. If the shape of the bodywork does not permit this, the maximum
limit is extended to 2,100 mm.

6.9.4.3 Length : No individual specification.

6.9.4.4 Where the front position lamp and another lamp are reciprocally
incorporated, the apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis of
the other lamp shall be used to verify compliance with the positioning
requirements (Cl. 6.9.4.1 to Cl. 6.9.4.3).

6.9.5 Geometric Visibility

6.9.5.1 Horizontal Angle : 45 degrees inwards and 80 degrees outwards. In

the case of trailers, the angle inwards may be reduced to 5 degrees.

6.9.5.2 Vertical Angle : 15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The
vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in
the case of lamps less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.9.6 Orientation : Forwards.

6.9.7 Electrical Connections : Same as Cl. 5.15.

6.9.8 Tell-tale : Circuit-closed tell-tale is mandatory. This tell-tale shall be

non-flashing and shall not be required if the instrument panel lighting can
only be turned ON simultaneously with the front position lamps.

6.9.9 Other Requirements : None.

6.10 Rear Position Lamp

6.10.1 Presence : Mandatory.

6.10.2 Number : Two.

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6.10.3 Arrangement : No special requirement.

6.10.4 Position

6.10.4.1 Width

- That point on the apparent surface in the direction of the reference

axis which is farthest from the vehicle’s median longitudinal plane
shall not be more than 400 mm from the extreme outer edge of the
vehicle.

- The distance between the inner edges of the apparent surfaces in the
direction of the reference axes shall not be less than 600 mm. This
distance may be reduced to 400 mm if the overall width of the
vehicle is less than 1,300 mm.

6.10.4.2 Height : Same as Cl. 6.9.4.2.

6.10.4.3 Length : At the rear of the vehicle.

6.10.5 Geometric Visibility

6.10.5.1 Horizontal Angle:

45 degrees inwards and 80 degrees outwards.

6.10.5.2 Vertical Angle:

15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The vertical angle

below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in the case of lamps
less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.10.6 Orientation : Rearwards.

6.10.7 Electrical Connections : Same as Cl. 5.15.

6.10.8 Tell-tale : Circuit closed tell-tale is mandatory. It shall be combined

with that of the front position lamps.

6.10.9 Other Requirements : None.

6.11 Rear Fog Lamp:

6.11.1 Presence : Optional. However, it is mandatory to have necessary

provision in the wiring harness for connecting rear fog lamp.

6.11.2 Number : One or two.

6.11.3 Arrangement : No special requirement.

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6.11.4 Position :

6.11.4.1 Width : If there is only one rear fog lamp, it shall be on the right side of
the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle to the direction of traffic.
The centre of reference may also be situated on the median longitudinal
plane of the vehicle.

6.11.4.2 Height : Not less than 250 mm and not more than 1000 mm above the
ground.

6.11.4.3 Length : At the rear of the vehicle.

6.11.5 Geometric Visibility

Defined by angles α and β as specified in 4.12.

α = 5 degrees upwards and 5 degrees downwards;
β = 25 degrees to right and to left.

6.11.6 Orientation : Rearwards.

6.11.7 Electrical Connections : These shall be such that;

6.11.7.1 The rear fog lamp(s) cannot be switched ON unless the main beam,
dipped beam or front fog lamps are lit;

6.11.7.2 The rear fog lamp(s) can be switched OFF independently of any other
lamp;

6.11.7.3 Either of the following applies:

6.11.7.3.1 The rear fog lamp(s) shall continue to operate until the position lamps
are switched OFF, and the rear fog lamp(s) shall then remain OFF until
deliberately switched ON again.

6.11.7.3.2 A warning, at least audible, additional to the mandatory telltale

(6.11.8) shall be given if the ignition is switched OFF or the ignition
key is withdrawn and the driver's door is opened, whether the lamps
in 6.11.7.1 are ON or OFF whilst the rear fog lamp switch is in the
ON position.

6.11.7.4 Except as provided in Cl. 6.11.7.1 and 6.11.7.3, the operation of the rear
fog lamp(s) shall not be affected by switching ON or OFF any other
lamps.

6.11.8 Tell-tale : Circuit-closed tell-tale is mandatory. An independent non-

flashing warning light.

6.11.9 Other Requirements : In all cases, the distance between the rear fog
lamp and each stop lamp shall be greater than 100 mm.

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6.12 Parking Lamp

6.12.1 Presence : Optional on motor vehicles not exceeding 6 m in length

and not exceeding 2 m in width. On all other vehicles, prohibited.

6.12.2 Number : According to the arrangement.

6.12.3 Arrangement : Either two lamps at the front and two lamps at the rear,
or one lamp on each side.

6.12.4 Position

6.12.4.1 Width : The point on the apparent surface in the direction of the
reference axis which is farthest from the vehicle's median longitudinal
plane shall not be more than 400 mm from the extreme outer edge of the
vehicle. Furthermore, if there are two lamps, they shall be on the sides of
the vehicle.

6.12.4.2 Height : Same as Cl. 6.9.4.2.

6.12.4.3 Length : No special requirement.

6.12.5 Geometric Visibility

6.12.5.1 Horizontal Angle : 45 degrees outwards, forwards and rearwards.

6.12.5.2 Vertical Angle : 15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The
vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees,
however, if the height of the lamp is less than 750mm.

6.12.6 Orientation: This shall be such that the lamps meet the requirements for
visibility forwards and rearwards.

6.12.7 Electrical Connections

The connection shall allow the parking lamp(s) on the same side of the
vehicle to be lit independently of any other lamps. The parking lamp(s)
shall be able to function even if the device which starts and/or stops the
engine is in a position which makes it impossible for the engine to
operate.

6.12.8 Tell-tale

Circuit-closed telltale is optional. If there is one, it shall not be possible

to confuse it with the tell-tale for the front and rear position lamps.

6.12.9 Other Requirements

The functioning of this lamp may also be performed by simultaneously

switching ON the front and rear position lamps on the same side of the
vehicle.
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6.13 End-Outline Marker Lamp

6.13.1 Presence: Mandatory on vehicles and trailers exceeding 2.10 m in width.

Optional on vehicles between 1.80 m and 2.10 m in width. On the drive-
away-chassis the rear end-outline marker lamps are optional.

6.13.2 Number : Two, visible from the front and two, visible from the rear.

6.13.3 Arrangement : No special requirement.

6.13.4 Position

6.13.4.1 Width

Front and rear: As close as possible to the extreme outer edge of the
vehicle. This condition is deemed to have been met when the point on
the apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis which is
farthest from the vehicles median longitudinal plane is not more than 400
mm from the extreme outer edge of the vehicle.

6.13.4.2 Height

Front

Motor vehicles : The horizontal plane tangential to the upper edge of the
apparent surface in the direction of the reference axis of the device shall
not be lower than the horizontal plane tangential to the upper edge of the
transparent zone of the windscreen.

Trailers and semi-trailors: At the maximum height compatible with the

requirements relating to the width, design and operational requirements
of the vehicle and to the symmetry of the lamps.

Rear

At the design maximum height compatible with the requirements relating

to the width, design and operational requirements of the vehicle and to
the symmetry of the lamps.

6.13.4.3 Length : No special requirement.

6.13.5 Geometric Visibility

6.13.5.1 Horizontal angle : 80 degrees outwards.

6.13.5.2 Vertical angle : 5 degrees above and 20 degrees below the horizontal.

6.13.6 Orientation: These shall be such that the lamps meet the requirements
for visibility forwards and rearwards.

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6.13.7 Electrical Connections: Same as Cl. 5.15.

6.13.8 Tell-tale: Tell-tale is optional. If it exists, its function shall be carried

out by the tell-tale required for the front and rear position lamps.

6.13.9 Other Requirements:

6.13.9.1 Provided that all other requirements are met, the lamp visible from the
front and the lamp visible from the rear on the same side of the vehicle
may be combined in one device.

6.13.9.2 The position of an end-outline marker lamp in relation to corresponding

position lamp shall be such that the distance between the projections on
a transverse vertical plane of the points nearest to one another on the
apparent surfaces in the direction of the respective reference axes of
the two lamps considered is not less than 200 mm.

6.14 Rear Retro-Reflector (Non-Triangular):

6.14.1 Presence : Mandatory on all motor vehicles of M and N category

provided that they may be grouped together with the other rear light-
signalling devices.

Optional on trailers.

6.14.2 Number : Two, the performances of which shall conform to the

requirements as per AIS-012. Additional retro-reflecting devices and
materials are permitted provided they do not impair the effectiveness of
the mandatory lighting and light-signalling devices.

6.14.3 Arrangement : No special requirement.

6.14.4 Position :

6.14.4.1 Width : The point on the illuminating surface which is farthest from the
vehicle's median longitudinal plane shall not be more than 400 mm from
the extreme outer edge of the vehicle. The inner edges of the retro-
reflector shall not be less than 600 mm apart. This distance may be
reduced to 400 mm if the overall width of the vehicle is less than 1,300
mm.

6.14.4.2 Height: Above the ground, not less than 250 mm and not more than 900
mm If the shape of the bodywork does not permit this, the maximum
limit is extended to 1500 mm.

6.14.4.3 Length: At the rear of the vehicle.

6.14.5 Geometric Visibility

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6.14.5.1 Horizontal Angle: 30 degrees inwards and outwards.

6.14.5.2 Vertical Angle: 15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The vertical
angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in the case of a
retro-reflector less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.14.6 Orientation: Rearwards.

6.14.7 Other Requirements

The illuminating surface of the retro-reflector may have parts in common

with the apparent surface of any other lamp situated at the rear.

6.15 Rear Retro-Reflector (Triangular)

6.15.1 Presence : Mandatory on trailers. Prohibited on all motor vehicles of M

and N categories.

6.15.2 Number : Two, the performances of which shall conform to the

requirements as per AIS-012. Additional retro-reflecting devices and
materials are permitted provided they do not impair the effectiveness of
the mandatory lighting and light-signalling devices.

6.15.3 Arrangement : The apex of the triangle shall be directed upwards.

6.15.4 Position

6.15.4.1 Width : The point on the illuminating surface which is farthest from the
vehicle's median longitudinal plane shall not be more than 400 mm from
the extreme outer edge of the vehicle. The inner edges of the retro-
reflectors shall not be less than 600 mm apart. This distance may be
reduced to 400 mm if the overall width of the vehicle is less than 1,300
mm.

6.15.4.2 Height: Same as Cl. 6.14.4.2.

6.15.4.3 Length: At the rear of the vehicle.

6.15.5 Geometric Visibility

6.15.5.1 Horizontal Angle: 30 degrees inwards and outwards.

6.15.5.2 Vertical Angle: 15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The vertical
angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in the case of a
retro-reflector less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.15.6 Orientation: Rearwards.

6.15.7 Other Requirements: No lamp shall be placed inside the triangle.

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6.16 Front Retro-Reflector (Non-Triangular)

6.16.1 Presence

- Mandatory on trailers and goods vehicles.

- Mandatory on motor vehicles having all forward facing lamps with
reflectors concealable.
- Optional on other motor vehicles.

6.16.2 Number : Two, the performances of which shall conform to the

requirements as per AIS:012 Additional retro-reflecting devices and
materials are permitted provided they do not impair the effectiveness of
the mandatory lighting and light-signalling devices.

6.16.3 Arrangement : No special requirement.

6.16.4 Position :

6.16.4.1 Width : That point on the illuminating surface which is farthest from the
vehicle's median longitudinal plane shall not be more than 400 mm from
the extreme outer edge of the vehicle. In the case of a trailer, the point of
the illuminating surface which is farthest from the vehicle's median
longitudinal plane shall not be farther than 150 mm from the extreme
outer edge of the vehicle. The inner edges of the retro-reflectors shall not
be less than 600 mm apart. This distance may be reduced to 400 mm if
the overall width of the vehicle is less than 1,300 mm.

6.16.4.2 Height : Same as Cl. 6.14.4.2.

6.16.4.3 Length : At the front of the vehicle.

6.16.5 Geometric Visibility

6.16.5.1 Horizontal Angle : 30 degrees inwards and outwards. In the case of

trailers, the angle inwards may be reduced to 10 degrees. If because of
the construction of the trailers, this angle cannot be met by the mandatory
retro-reflectors, then additional (supplementary) retro-reflectors shall be
fitted, without the width limitation 6.16.4.l., which shall, in conjunction
with the mandatory retro-reflectors, give the necessary visibility angle.

6.16.5.2 Vertical Angle : 15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The
vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in the
case of a retro-reflector, less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.16.6 Orientation : Towards the front.

6.16.7 Other Requirements : The illuminating surface of the retro-reflector

may have parts in common with the apparent surface of any other lamp
situated at the front.

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6.17 Side Retro-Reflector (Non-Triangular)

6.17.1 Presence: Mandatory on all motor vehicles the length of which exceeds
6 m and on all trailers. Optional on motor vehicles, the length of which
does not exceeds 6 m.

6.17.2 Number: These shall be provided in such numbers that the requirements
for longitudinal positioning of Cl. 6.17.4.3 are complied with. The
performance of these shall conform to the requirements as per AIS:012.
Additional retro-reflecting devices and materials are permitted provided
they do not impair the effectiveness of the mandatory lighting and light-
signalling devices.

6.17.3 Arrangement: No special requirement.

6.17.4 Position:

6.17.4.1 Width: No special requirement.

6.17.4.2 Height: Same as Cl. 6.14.4.2.

6.17.4.3 Length: At least one side retro-reflector shall be fitted to the middle third
of the vehicle, the foremost side retro-reflector being-not further than 3 m
from the front; in the case of trailers, account shall be taken of the length
of the draw bar for the measurement of this distance. The distance
between two adjacent side retro-reflectors shall not exceed 3 m. If the
structure of the vehicle does not permit this, this distance may be
increased to 4 m. The distance between the rear most side retro-reflector
and the rear of the vehicle shall not exceed 1 m. However, for motor
vehicles the length of which does not exceed 6 m, it is sufficient to have
one side retro-reflector fitted within the first third and/or one within the
last third of the vehicle length.

6.17.5 Geometric Visibility:

6.17.5.1 Horizontal Angle : 45 degrees to the front and to the rear.

6.17.5.2 Vertical Angle : 15 degrees above and below the horizontal. The
vertical angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in the
case of a retro-reflector less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.17.6 Orientation : Towards the side.

6.17.7 Other Requirements : The illuminating surface of the side retro-

reflector may have parts in common with the apparent surface of any
other side lamp.

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6.18 Side-Marker Lamps:

6.18.1 Presence

Mandatory: On all vehicles the length of which exceeds 6 m, except for

drive-away-chassis. The length of trailers shall be calculated including
the draw bar.

The SM1 type of side-marker lamp as defined in AIS-012 shall be used

on all categories of vehicles. However, the SM2 type of side-marker
lamps as defined in AIS-012 may be used on the M1, category of
vehicles.

Optional: On all other vehicles. The SM1 or SM2 types of side-marker

lamps may be used.

6.18.2 Minimum Number Per Side: This shall be such that the rules for
longitudinal positioning are complied with.

6.18.3 Arrangement : No individual specifications.

6.18.4 Position

6.18.4.1 Width : No individual specifications.

6.18.4.2 Height : Above the ground, not less than 250 mm and not more than
1,500 mm. If the shape of the bodywork does not permit this, the
maximum limit is extended to 2,100 mm.

6.18.4.3 Length : Same as Cl. 6.17.4.3.

6.18.5 Geometric Visibility

6.18.5.1 Horizontal Angle : 45 degrees to the front and to the rear. However for
vehicles on which the installation of the side-marker lamps is optional
this value can be reduced to 30 degrees.

6.18.5.2 Vertical Angle: 10 degrees above and below the horizontal. The vertical
angle below the horizontal may be reduced to 5 degrees in the case of
side marker lamps less than 750 mm above the ground.

6.18.6 Orientation: Towards the side.

6.18.7 Electrical Connections: Same as Cl. 5.15.

6.18.8 Tell-tale : Tell-tale is optional. If it exists, its function shall be carried

out by the tell-tale required for the front and rear position lamps.

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6.18.9 Other Requirements:

When the rear most side-marker lamp is combined with the rear position
lamp reciprocally incorporated with the rear fog lamp or stop lamp, the
photometric characteristics of the side-marker lamp may be, modified
during the illumination of the rear fog lamp or stop lamp.

7.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TO BE SUBMITTED:

7.1 The specifications to be submitted by the manufacturer at the time of

applying for the type approval of the vehicle to this standard shall contain
at least the information listed in the following Clauses of AIS:007 :

A1, A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, A1.7.

A3, A3.1, A3.2.1
A6, A6.1, A6.1.1, A6.1.2, A6.1.3, A6.2
A10, A10.1, A10.2, A10.3
A7, A7.2.1, A7.2.2, A7.2.3, A7.3, A7.3.1, A7.3.2, A7.4, A7.4.1, A7.4.2
B10, B10.1, B10.5.
E2, E2.1, E2.2, E2.3
E3, E3.1, E3.2, E3.3
E4, E4.1, E4.2, E4.3
E5, E5.1, E5.2, E5.3
E6, E6.1, E6.1.1, E6.1.2, E6.1.3, E6.2, E6.2.1, E6.2.3
E7, E7.1, E7.2, E7.3
E8, E8.1, E8.2, E8.3
E9, E9.1, E9.1.1, E9.1.2, E9.1.3, E9.2, E9.2.1, E9.2.2, E9.2.3, E9.3,
E9.3.1, E9.3.2,
E9.3.3, E9.3.4.
E10, E10.1, E10.1.1, E10.1.2, E10.1.3, E10.2, E10.2.1, E10.2.3, E10.3,
E10.3.1,
E10.3.2, E10.3.3
E11, E11.1, E11.1.1, E11.1.2, E11.1.3, E11.1.4, E11.2, E11.2.1, E11.2.3,
E11.2.4,
E11.3, E11.3.1, E11.3.2, E11.3.3, E11.3.4.
E12, E12.1, E12.2, E12.3

7.2 In addition, the maximum intensity of main beam head lamp (cd) and a
diagram of the vehicle indicating the location of all lighting and light
signalling devices and following dimensions (in mm) shall be submitted.

Note : This Cl. is applicable only till such time the information given in
this Cl. is incorporated in AIS007. Once such an amendment to
AIS007 is implemented, this Cl. will not be an additional
requirement.

7.2.1 Along the width of the vehicle (applicable only in case there are more
than one lamp for same function):

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7.2.1.1 Horizontal distance between the inner edges of apparent surfaces in the
direction of reference axes or illuminating surfaces, as applicable.

7.2.1.2 Distance between outermost edges of the apparent surfaces in the

direction of reference axes or illuminating surfaces, as applicable from
the extreme outer edge of the vehicle.

7.2.1.3 Distance between the nearest points of apparent surfaces in the direction
of reference axes of the front direction indicator and the dipped-beam
headlamps and category of the front direction indicator 1 or 1a or 1b.
and that of rear direction indicator 2a or 2b.

7.2.2 Along length of the vehicle where applicable:

The distance between the edges of the apparent surfaces in the direction
of reference axis or illuminating surfaces or light emitting surfaces, as
applicable and the transverse plane which marks the forward boundary of
the vehicle’s overall length.

7.2.3 Height

Heights of highest and lowest points of apparent surfaces in the

direction of reference axes or illuminating surfaces or light-emitting
surfaces, as applicable from ground.

7.2.4 Contour of the vehicle parts limiting the geometric visibility of the lamps
(where applicable).

7.2.5 Reference axis of the device.

7.2.6 Location of the extreme outer edge of the vehicle.

7.2.7 Mark of the illuminating surface, light-emitting surface or apparent

surface in the direction of reference axis, as applicable, of the device as
declared by the manufacturer.

7.2.8 Mark of the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle

7.3 If the above information is submitted in a consolidated form of AIS-007,

for the type approval of the whole vehicle, it is not necessary to submit
this information again.

7.4 Changes in the Technical Specifications already Type Approved:

7.4.1 Every modification pertaining to the information declared in

accordance with Cl. 7.1, 7.2 shall be intimated by the manufacturer to
the certifying agency.

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7.4.2 If the changes in parameters are not related to the provisions, no

further action need to be taken. If the changes in parameters are related
to the provisions, the Testing Agency may then consider whether,

a) the model with the changed specifications still complies with

provisions, or
b) any further verification is required to establish compliance.

For considering whether any further verification is required or not,

guidelines given in Cl. 8 (Criteria for Extension of Approval) may be
used .

7.4.3 In case of 7.4.2(b), verification for only those parameters which are
affected by the modifications need to be carried out.

7.4.4 In case of fulfilment of criteria of Cl. 7.4.2 a), or after results of

further verification as per Cl. 7.4.2 b) are successful, the approval of
compliance shall be extended for the changes carried out.

8.0 CRITERIA FOR EXTENSION OF APPROVAL:

8.1 In case of following changes, the verification shall be carried out for
establishing compliance of the changed parameters to the requirements
specified in this standard.

8.2 Number of any of the mandatory lighting and light signalling devices and
any addition to fitment of optional lamps.

8.3 Dimensions prescribed in Cl. 7.2 (or the corresponding paragraphs of

AIS 007 when the amendment to AIS 007 for incorporating the above
becomes effective)

8.4 In case any increase in the dimensions for which a minimum value is
specified or any decrease in the dimensions for which a maximum value
is specified in this standard, verification on the prototype is not required
if the difference between the modified dimension declared by the
manufacturer and the requirement specified in this standard is more than
25 mm.

8.5 If there are changes in the contour of the vehicle, which increase the
geometric visibility, verification on the prototype is not required.

8.6 While approving fitment of different makes of lighting devices or light-

signalling devices, if any of the parameters specified above are affected,
verification of compliance to such parameters shall be carried out.

8.7 For changes other than the above, the provisions given in the Preamble of
Annex C of AIS 017/2000 (Procedure For Type Approval And
Certification Of Vehicles For Compliance To Central Motor Vehicles
Rules) may be followed.
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9.0 CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS:

Whole vehicle COP procedure laid down by the Ministry of Road

Transport & Highways shall be applicable. For the purpose of COP,
verification of all parameters shall be carried out.

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Lamp Surfaces, Axis and Center of Reference and

Angles of Geometric Visibility
(Ref. Cl. 4.7, 4.8, 4.9]

Fig. 1
Key
1. Illuminating surface
2. Axis of reference
3. Centre of reference
4. Angle of geometric visibility
5. Light emitting surface
6. Apparent surface based on illuminating surface
7. Apparent surface based light-emitting surface
8. Direction of visibility

Note: Notwithstanding the drawing the apparent surface is to be considered as

tangent to the light–emitting surface.

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ILLUMINATING SURFACE IN COMPARISON WITH – LIGHT –

EMITTING SURFACE

(Ref. Cls. 4.7, 4.8 and 4.9 of this standard)

Fig. 2
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VISIBILITY OF A RED LAMP TO THE FRONT AND VISIBILITY OF

A
WHITE LAMP TO THE REAR
(Ref. Cls. 5.14.1 and 5.14.2 of this standard)

Fig. – 3
Visibility of a Red Lamp to the Front

Fig. – 4
Visibility of a White Lamp to the Rear

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ANNEX : A

INDICATION OF THE STATED INITIAL ADJUSTMENT

REFERRED TO IN CL. 6.2.6.1.1 OF THIS STANDARD

Standard symbol for dipped beam Value of the stated initial

Head lamp adjustment

The size of the symbol and characters is left to the discretion of the manufacturer.

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ANNEX :B

STATES OF LOADING TO BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION IN

DETERMINING VARIATIONS IN THE VERTICAL ORIENTATION OF
THE DIPPED-BEAM HEADLAMPS

Loading conditions on axles referred to in Cl. 6.2.6.1 and 6.2.6.3.1of this standard.

B1 For the following tests, the weight of the passengers shall be calculated on
the basis of 75 kg per person.

B2 Loading conditions for different types of vehicles:

B2.1 Vehicles in Category M1:

B2.1.1 The angle of the light beam of the dipped-beam headlamps shall be
determined under the following load conditions:

B2.1.1.1 one person in the driver's seat;

B2.1.1.2 the driver, plus one passenger in the front seat farthest from the driver;

B2.1.1.3 the driver, one passenger in the front seat farthest from the driver, all the
seats farthest to the rear occupied;

B2.1.1.4 all the seats occupied;

B2.1.1.5 all the seats occupied, plus an evenly distributed load in the luggage boot,
in order to obtain the permissible load the rear axle or the front axle if
the boot is at the front. If the vehicle has a front and a rear boot, the
additional load shall be appropriately distributed in order to obtain the
permissible axle loads. However, if the maximum permissible laden
weight is obtained before the permissible load on one of the axles, the
loading of the boot(s) shall be limited to the figure which enables that
weight to be reached;

B2.1.1.6 driver, plus an evenly distributed load in the boot, in order to obtain the
permissible load on the corresponding axle. However. if the maximum
permissible laden weight is obtained before the permissible load on the
axle, the loading of the boot(s) shall be limited to the figure which
enables that mass to be reached.

B2.1.2 In determining the above loading conditions. account shall be taken of

any loading restrictions laid down by the manufacturer.

B2.2 Vehicles in Categories M2 and M3;

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The angle of the light beam from the dipped-beam headlamps shall be
determined under the following loading conditions:

B2.2.1 vehicle unladen and one person in the driver's seat;

B2.2.2 vehicle is laden such that each axle carries its maximum technically
permissible load or until the maximum permissible weight of the vehicle
is attained by loading the front and rear axles proportionally to their
maximum technically permissible load whichever occurs first.

B2.3 Vehicles in Category N with load surfaces:

B2.3 1 The angle of the light beam from the dipped-beam headlamps shall be
determined under the following loading conditions;

B2.3.1.1 The vehicle unladen and one person in the driver's seat;

B2.3.1.2 Driver, plus a load so distributed as to give the maximum technically

permissible load on the rear axle or axles, or the maximum permissible
weight of the vehicle, occurs first, without exceeding a front axle load
calculated as the sum of the front axle load of the unladen vehicle plus
25% of the maximum permissible pay load on the front axle. Conversely,
the front axle is so considered when the load platform is at the front.

B2.4 Vehicles in Category N - without a load surface:

B2.4.1 Drawing vehicles for semi-trailers:

B2.4.1.1 unladen vehicle without a load on the coupling attachment and one
person in the driver's seat;

B2.4.1.2 one person in the driver's seat: technically permissible load on the
coupling attachment in the position of the attachment corresponding to
the highest load on the rear axle.

B2.4.2 Drawing vehicles for trailers:

B2.4.2.1 vehicle unladen and one person in the driver's seat;

B2.4.2.2 one person in the driver's seat, all the other places in the driving cabin
being occupied.

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ANNEX: C

MEASUREMENT OF THE VARIATION OF DIPPED - BEAM

INCLINATION AS A FUNCTION OF LOAD
(Ref. Cl. 6.2.6.3.2)

C1. SCOPE

This Annex specifies a method for measuring variations in motor vehicle

dipped-beam inclination, in relation to its initial inclination, caused by
change in vehicle attitude due to loading.

C2. DEFINITIONS

C2.1 Initial Inclination

C2.1.1 Stated initial inclination

The value of the dipped-beam initial inclination specified by the motor

vehicle manufacturer serving as a reference value for the calculation of
permissible variations.

C2.1.2 Measured initial inclination

The mean value of dipped beam inclination or vehicle inclination

measured with the vehicle in condition No.1, as defined in Annex.B, for
the category of vehicle under test. It serves as a reference value for the
assessment of variations in beam inclination as the load varies.

C2.2 Dipped-Beam Inclination

It may be defined as follows :

Either as the angle expressed in milli-radians between the direction

of the beam towards a characteristic point on the horizontal part of
the cut-off in the luminous distribution of the headlamp and the
horizontal plane, or by the tangent of that angle, expressed in percentage
inclination, since the angles are small (for these small angles, 1% is
equal to 10 mrad). If the inclination is expressed in percentage
inclination, it may be calculated by means of the following formula :

(h1 - h2) x 100

L

Where :

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h1 : is the height above the ground, in mm, of the above mentioned

characteristic point, measured on a vertical screen perpendicular to the
vehicle longitudinal median plane. placed at a horizontal distance L.

h2 : is the height above the ground, in mm, of the centre of reference

(which is taken to be the nominal origin of the characteristic point chosen
in h1).

L is the distance in mm from the screen to the centre of reference

Negative values denote downward inclination (see Figure 1).

Positive values denote upward inclination.

Dipped-beam downward inclination of a Category M1 vehicle

Notes :

1. This drawing represents a Category M. vehicle, but the principle

shown applies to vehicles of other categories.

2. Where the vehicle does not incorporate a headlamp leveling system, the
variation in dipped-beam inclination is identical with the variation in the
inclination of the vehicle itself.

C3. MEASUREMENT CONDITIONS

C3.1 If a visual inspection of the dipped-beam pattern on the screen or a

photometric method is used, measurement shall be carried out in a dark
environment (for example, a dark room) of sufficient area to allow the
vehicle and the screen to be placed' as shown in Figure 1. Headlamp
centres of reference shall be at a distance from the screen of at least 10 m.

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C3.2 The ground on which measurements are made shall be as flat and
horizontal as possible, so that the reproducibility of measurements of
dipped .beam inclination may be assured with an accuracy of +/- 0.5 mrd
(+/- 0.05% inclination).

C3.3 If a screen is used. its marking, position and orientation in relation to the
median longitudinal plane of the vehicle shall be such that the reproduce
ability of the measurement of the dipped-beam inclination may be
assured with an accuracy of +/- 0.5 mrad (+/- 0.05% inclination).

C3.4 During the measurements the ambient temperature shall be between

10 and 40 °C.

C4. VEHICLE PREPARATION

C4.1 Measurements shall be carried out on a vehicle which has travelled a

distance specified by the manufacturer.

C4.2 Tyres shall be inflated to the full-load pressure specified by the vehicle
manufacturer. The vehicle shall be fully replenished (fuel, water, oil) and
equipped with all the accessories and , tools specified by the
manufacturer.

Full fuel replenishment means that the fuel tank shall be filled to not less
than 90% of its capacity.

C4.3 The vehicle shall have the parking brake released and the gear box in
neutral.

C4.4 The vehicle shall be conditioned for at least 8 hrs. at a temperature

specified in cl. C3.4 above.

C4.5 If a photometric or visual method is used, headlamps with well defined

dipped-beam cut-off should preferably be installed on the vehicle under
test in order to facilitate the measurements. Other means are allowed to
obtain a more precise reading (for example, removal of the headlamp
lens).

C5. TEST PROCEDURE

C5.1 General

The variations in either dipped-beam or vehicle inclination, depending on

the method chosen, shall be measured separately for each side of the
vehicle. The results obtained from both left and right headlamps under all
the load conditions specified in Annex.B shall be within the limits set out
in Cl. C5.5 below. The load shall be applied gradually without
subjecting the vehicle to excessive shocks.

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C5.2 Determination of the Measured Initial Inclination

The vehicle shall be prepared as specified in Cl. C4 above and laden as

specified in Annex.B (first loading condition of the respective vehicle
category).

Before each measurement, the vehicle shall be rocked as specified in cl.

C5.4 below.
Measurements shall be made three times.

C5.2.1 If none of the three measured results differ by more than 2 mrad (0.2 %
inclination) from the arithmetic mean of the results, that mean shall
constitute the final resuIt.

C5.2.2 If any measurement differs from the arithmetic mean of the results by
more than 2 mrad (0.2% inclination), a further series of 10 measurements
shall be made, the arithmetic mean of which shall constitute the final
result.

C5.3 Measurement Methods

Any method may be used to measure variations of inclination provided

that the readings are accurate to be within ± 0.2 mrad (± 0.02%
inclination).

C5.4 Treatment of Vehicle in each Loading Condition

The vehicle suspension and any other part likely to affect dipped- beam
inclination shall be activated according to the methods described below.
However, the test agencies and manufacturers may jointly propose other
methods (either experimental or based upon calculations), especially
when the test poses particular problems, provided such calculations are
clearly valid.

C5.4.1 M1 category vehicles with conventional suspension

With the vehicle standing on the measuring site and, if necessary with the
wheels resting on floating platforms (which shall be used if their absence
would lead to restriction of the suspension movement likely to affect the
results of measurements), rock the vehicle continuously for at least three
complete cycles, for each cycle, first the rear and than the front end of the
vehicle is pushed down.

The rocking sequence shall end with the completion of a cycle. Before
making the measurements, the vehicle shall be allowed to come to rest
spontaneously instead of using floating platforms, the same effect can be
achieved by moving the vehicle backwards and forwards for at least a
complete wheel revolution.
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C5.4.2 M2, M3 and N category vehicles with conventional suspension

C5.4.2.1 If the treatment method for Category M1 vehicles described in cl. C5.4.1
is not possible, the method described in cl. C5.4.2.2 or C5.4.2.3 may be
used.

C5.4.2.2 With the vehicle standing on the measuring site and the wheels on the
ground, rock the vehicle by temporarily varying the load.

C5.4.2.3 With the vehicle standing on the measuring site and the wheels on the
ground, activate the vehicle suspension and all other parts which may
affect the dipped beam inclination by using a vibration rig. This can be a
vibrating platform on which the wheels rest.

C5.4.3 Vehicles with non-conventional suspension, where the engine has to be

running : Before making any measurements wait until the vehicle has
assumed its final attitude with the engine running.

C5.5 Measurements

The variation of the inclination of the dipped beam shall be assessed for
each of the different loading conditions in relation to the measured initial
inclination determined in accordance with Cl. C5.2 above.

If the vehicle is fitted with a manual headlamp-leveling system, the latter

shall be adjusted to the positions specified by the manufacturer for given
loading conditions (according to Annex.B).

C5.5.1 To begin with, a single measurement shall be made in each loading

condition. Requirements have been met if, for all the loading condition,
the variation in inclination is within the calculated limits (for example,
within the difference between the stated initial inclination and the lower
and upper limits specified for approval) with a safety margin of 4 mrad
(0.4% inclination).

C5.5.2 If the result(s) of any measurement(s) does (do) not lie within the safety
margin indicated in Cl. C5.5.1 or exceed(s) the limit values, a further
three measurements shall be made in the loading conditions
corresponding to this (these) result(s) as specified in Cl. C5.5.3.

C5.5.3 For each of the above loading conditions:

C5.5.3.1 If none of the three measured results differs by more. than 2 .mrad (0.2%
inclination) from the arithematlc mean of the results, that mean shall
constitute the final result.

C5.5.3.2 If any .measurement differs from the arithmetic mean of the results by
more than 2 mrad (0.2% inclinatlon), a further series of 10 measurements
shall be made, the arithmetic mean of which shall constitute the final
result.
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C5.5.3.3 If a vehicle is fitted with an automatic headlamp leveling system which

has an inherent hysteresis, loop average results at the top and bottom of
the hyesterisis shall be taken as significant values.

All these measurements shall be made in accordance Cl. C5.5.3.1

and Cl. C5.5.3.2.

C5.5.4 Requirements have been met, if, under all loading conditions, the
variation between the measured initial inclination determined in
accordance with cl. C5.2. and the inclination measured under each
loading condition is less than the values calculated in cl. C5.5.1. (without
safety margin).

C5.5.5 If only one of the calculated upper or lower limits of variation is

exceeded, the manufacturer, shall be permitted to choose a different value
for the stated initial inclination, within the limits specified for approval.

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ANNEX : D

THE CONTROLS FOR THE HEAD LAMP - LEVELING DEVICES

REFERRED TO IN CL. 6.2.6.2.2 OF THIS STANDARD

D1. Specifications

D1.0 Downward inclination of the dipped beam must in all cases be produced
in one of the following ways:

D1.1 by moving a control downwards or to the left,

D1.2 by rotating a control in a counter clockwise direction,
D1.3 by depressing a button (push - pull control).

D1.4 If several buttons are used to adjust the beam, the button which gives the
greatest downward to the left or below the buttons of other dipped beam
positions.

D1.5 A rotary control which is installed edge - on, or with the edge visible,
shall follow the operating principles of controls of types D 1.1 or D1.3.

D2.0 This control shall carry symbols indicating clearly the movements
corresponding to the downward and upward inclination of dipped beam.

D3.0 The "O" position corresponds to initial inclination according to cl.

6.2.6.1.1 of the standard.

D4.0 The "O" position which, according to cl. 6.2.6.2.2. of this standard has to
be a " stop position ", need not necessarily be at the end of the scale.

D5.0 The marks used on the controls must be explained in the owners
handbook.

D6.0 Only the following symbols may be used to identify the controls.

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D7.0 Symbols employing five lines instead of four may also be used.

Example 1

Example 2

Example 3

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Annexure:E
(See Introduction)

COMMITTEE COMPOSITION
Automotive Industry Standards Committee
Chairman

Shri. B. Bhanot Director

The Automotive Research Association of India,
Pune
Members Representing
Shri. Alok Rawat Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, New Delhi

Shri. V.C. Mathur Department of Heavy Industry,

Ministry of Industries & Public Enterprises,NewDelhi

Shri. G. S. Kashyab Office of the Development Commissioner

Shri. M.K. Bhat (Al ternate ) Small Scale Industries,
Ministry of Industry, New Delhi.

Shri. A. R. Gulati Bureau of Indian Standards.

Shri. R. C. Sethi Vehicle Research & Development Establishment,

Shri. N. Karuppaiah (Alternate) Ahmednagar.

Shri. D. G. Shirke Central Institute of Road Transport, Pune

Shri. P. C. Barjatia (Alternate)

Shri. R. M. Shrivastava Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers.

Shri. T. M. Balaraman Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers.

Shri. I. V. Rao Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers.

Shri. Z. A. Mujawar (Alternate) Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers.

Shri. Vivek Adyanthaya (Alternate) Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers.

Shri. U. K. Kini (Alternate) Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers.

Shri. T. C. Gopalan Tractor Manufacturers Association, New Delhi.

Shri. Vishnu Mathur Automotive Components Manufacturers Association.

Shri.K. N. D. Nambudiripad Automotive Components Manufacturers Association

Member Secretary
Mrs. Rashmi Urdhwareshe
Sr. Assistant Director,
The Automotive Research Association of India, Pune
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