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Commission Directive 2004/104/EC of 14 October 2004 adapting to technical progress Council Directive 72/245/EEC relating to the radio interference (electromagnetic compatibility) of vehicles and amending Directive 70/156/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to the type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers (Text with EEA relevance)

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Appendix 1

List of standards referred to in this DirectiveU.K.

1.

CISPR 12 ‘Vehicles’, motorboats’ and spark-ignited engine-driven devices’ radio disturbance characteristics — Limits and methods of measurement’, 5th edition 2001

2.

CISPR 16-1 ‘Specifications for radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus and methods — Part 1: Radio disturbance and immunity measuring apparatus’, 2nd edition 2002

3.

CISPR 25 ‘Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics for the protection of receivers used on board vehicles’, 2nd edition 2002

4.

ISO 7637-1 ‘Road vehicles — Electrical disturbance from conduction and coupling — Part 1: Definitions and general considerations’, 2nd edition 2002

5.

ISO 7637-2 ‘Road vehicles — Electrical disturbance from conduction and coupling — Part 2: Electrical transient conduction along supply lines only on vehicles with nominal 12 V or 24 V supply voltage’, 2nd edition 2004

6.

ISO-EN 17025 ‘General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories’, 1st edition 1999

7.

ISO 11451 ‘Road vehicles — Electrical disturbances by narrowband radiated electromagnetic energy — Vehicle test methods’

Part 1:General and definitions(ISO DIS 11451-1:2003)
Part 2:Off-vehicle radiation source(FDIS 11451-2:2004)
Part 4:Bulk current injection (BCI)(ISO 11451-4: 1st edition 1995)
8.

ISO 11452 ‘Road vehicles — Electrical disturbances by narrowband radiated electromagnetic energy — Component test methods’

Part 1:General and definitions(ISO DIS 11452-1:2003)
Part 2:Absorber-lined chamber(ISO DIS 11452-2:2003)
Part 3:Transverse electromagnetic mode (TEM) cell(ISO 11452-3: 3rd edition 2001)
Part 4:Bulk current injection (BCI)(ISO DIS 11452-4:2003)
Part 5:Strip line(ISO 11452-5: 2nd edition 2002)
9.

ITU Radio Regulations, Edition 2001

Appendix 2

Vehicle broadband reference limitsAntenna-vehicle separation: 10 mU.K.

Limit E (dBμV/m) at frequency F (MHz)
30-75 MHz75-400 MHz400-1 000 MHz
E = 32E = 32 + 15,13 log (F/75)E = 43

Appendix 3

Vehicle broadband reference limitsAntenna-vehicle separation: 3 mU.K.

Limit E (dBμV/m) at frequency F (MHz)
30-75 MHz75-400 MHz400-1 000 MHz
E = 42E = 42 + 15,13 log (F/75)E = 53

Appendix 4

Vehicle narrowband reference limitsAntenna-vehicle separation: 10 mU.K.

Limit E (dBμV/m) at frequency F (MHz)
30-75 MHz75-400 MHz400-1 000 MHz
E = 22E = 22 + 15,13 log (F/75)E = 33

Appendix 5

Vehicle narrowband reference limitsAntenna-vehicle separation: 3 mU.K.

Limit E (dBμV/m) at frequency F (MHz)
30-75 MHz75-400 MHz400-1 000 MHz
E = 32E = 32 + 15,13 log (F/75)E = 43

Appendix 6

Electrical/electronic subassemblyBroadband reference limitsU.K.

Limit E (dBμV/m) at frequency F (MHz)
30-75 MHz75-400 MHz400-1 000 MHz
E = 62 – 25,13 log (F/30)E = 52 + 15,13 log (F/75)E = 63

Appendix 7

Electrical/electronic subassemblyNarrowband reference limitsU.K.

Limit E (dBμV/m) at frequency F (MHz)
30-75 MHz75-400 MHz400-1 000 MHz
E = 52 – 25,13 log (F/30)E = 42 + 15,13 log (F/75)E = 53

Appendix 8

Model for the EC type-approval markU.K.

The ESA bearing the above EC type-approval mark is a device which has been approved in Germany (e1) under the base approval number 0148. The first two digits (03) indicate that the device conforms to the requirements of Directive 72/245/EEC, as amended by this Directive.

The figures used are only indicative.

ANNEX II A

Information document No ... pursuant to Annex I to Directive 70/156/EEC(1) relating to EC type-approval of a vehicle with respect to electromagnetic compatibility (72/245/EEC), as last amended by [X1Directive 2004/104/EC] U.K.

The following information, if applicable, must be supplied in triplicate and must include a list of contents. Any drawings must be supplied in appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4 or on a folder of A4 format. Photographs, if any, must show sufficient detail.U.K.

If the systems, component or separate technical units have electronic controls, information concerning their performance must be supplied.

0.GENERALU.K.

0.1.Make (trade name of manufacturer):U.K.

0.2.Type:U.K.

0.4.Category of vehicle (c):U.K.

0.5.Name and address of manufacturer:U.K.

Name and address of authorised representative, if any:

0.8.Address(es) of assembly plant(s):U.K.

1.GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLEU.K.

1.1.Photograph(s) and/or drawing(s) of a representative vehicle:U.K.

1.6.Position and arrangement of the engine:U.K.

3.POWER PLANT (q)U.K.

3.1.Manufacturer:U.K.

3.1.1.Manufacturer's engine code as marked on the engine:U.K.

3.2.Internal combustion engineU.K.

3.2.1.1.Working principle: positive ignition/compression ignition, four-stroke/two stroke(2) U.K.
3.2.1.2.Number and arrangement of cylinders:U.K.
3.2.4.Fuel feedU.K.
3.2.4.2.By fuel injection (compression ignition only): yes/no(2) U.K.
3.2.4.2.9.Electronic control unitU.K.
3.2.4.2.9.1.Make(s):U.K.
3.2.4.2.9.2.Description of the system:U.K.
3.2.4.3.By fuel injection (positive ignition only): yes/no(2) U.K.
3.2.5.Electrical systemU.K.
3.2.5.1.Rated voltage: … V, positive/negative ground(2) U.K.
3.2.5.2.GeneratorU.K.
3.2.5.2.1.Type:U.K.
3.2.6.IgnitionU.K.
3.2.6.1.Make(s):U.K.
3.2.6.2.Type(s):U.K.
3.2.6.3.Working principle:U.K.
3.2.15.LPG fuelling system: yes/no(2) U.K.
3.2.15.2.Electronic engine management control unit for LPG fuellingU.K.
3.2.15.2.1.Make(s):U.K.
3.2.15.2.2.Type(s):U.K.
3.2.16.NG fuelling system: yes/no(2) U.K.
3.2.16.2.Electronic engine management control unit for NG fuellingU.K.
3.2.16.2.1.Make(s):U.K.
3.2.16.2.2.Type(s):U.K.

3.3.Electric motorU.K.

3.3.1.Type (winding, excitation):U.K.
3.3.1.2.Operating voltage:U.K.

3.9.GAS FUELLED ENGINES (in the case of systems laid-out in a different manner, supply equivalent information)U.K.

3.9.7.Electronic control unit (ECU)U.K.
3.9.7.1.Make(s):U.K.
3.9.7.2.Type(s):U.K.

4.TRANSMISSION (v)U.K.

4.2.Type (mechanical, hydraulic, electric, etc.):U.K.

4.2.1.A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any):U.K.

6.SUSPENSIONU.K.

6.2.2.A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any):U.K.

7.STEERINGU.K.

7.2.2.1.A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any):U.K.

8.BRAKESU.K.

8.5.Anti-lock braking system: yes/no/optional(2) U.K.

8.5.1.For vehicles with anti-lock systems, description of system operation (including any electronic parts), electric block diagram, hydraulic or pneumatic circuit plan:U.K.

9.BODYWORKU.K.

9.1.Type of bodywork:U.K.

9.2.Materials used and methods of construction:U.K.

9.5.Windscreen and other windowsU.K.

9.5.2.3.A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any) of the window-lifting mechanism:U.K.

9.9.Rear-view mirrors (state for each mirror)U.K.

9.9.7.A brief description of the electronic components (if any) of the adjustment system:U.K.

9.12.Safety belts and/or other restraint systems:U.K.

9.12.4.A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any):U.K.

9.18.Suppression of radio interferenceU.K.

9.18.1.Description and drawings/photographs of the shapes and constituent materials of the part of the body forming the engine compartment and the part of the passenger compartment nearest to it:U.K.
9.18.2.Drawings or photographs of the position of the metal components housed in the engine compartment (e.g. heating appliances, spare wheel, air filter, steering mechanism, etc.):U.K.
9.18.3.Table and drawing of radio interference control equipment:U.K.
9.18.4.Particulars of the nominal value of the direct current resistance and, in the case of resistive ignition cables, of their nominal resistance per metre:U.K.

10.LIGHTING AND LIGHT-SIGNALLING DEVICESU.K.

10.5.A brief description of electrical/electronic components other than lamps (if any):U.K.

12.MISCELLANEOUSU.K.

12.2.Devices to prevent unauthorised use of the vehicleU.K.

12.2.3.A brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any):U.K.

12.7.Table of installation and use of RF transmitters in the vehicle(s), if applicable (see Annex I, 3.1.8.):U.K.

frequency bands (Hz) max. output power (W)

antenna position at vehicle,

specific conditions for installation and/or use

The applicant for type-approval must also supply, where appropriate:

  • Appendix 1

    A list (with make(s) and type(s) of all electrical and/or electronic components concerned by this Directive (see paragraphs 2.1.9. and 2.1.10. of Annex I) and not previously listed.

  • Appendix 2

    Schematics or drawing of the general arrangement of electrical and/or electronic components (concerned by this Directive) and the general wiring harness arrangement.

  • Appendix 3

    Description of vehicle chosen to represent the type

    Body style:

    Left or right-hand drive:

    Wheelbase:

  • Appendix 4

    Relevant test report(s) supplied by the manufacturer from a test laboratory accredited to ISO 17025 and recognised by the Approval Authority for the purpose of drawing up the type-approval certificate.

ANNEX II B

Information document No … relating to EC type-approval of an electric/electronic subassembly with respect to electromagnetic compatibility (72/245/EEC), as last amended by [X1Directive 2004/104/EC] U.K.

The following information, if applicable, must be supplied in triplicate and must include a list of contents. Any drawings must be supplied in appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4 or on a folder of A4 format. Photographs, if any, must show sufficient detail.U.K.

If the systems, component or separate technical units have electronic controls, information concerning their performance must be supplied.

0.GENERALU.K.

0.1.Make (trade name of manufacturer):U.K.

0.2.Type:U.K.

0.3.Means of identification of type, if marked on the component/separate technical unit(3):U.K.

0.3.1.Location of that marking:U.K.

0.5.Name and address of manufacturer:U.K.

Name and address of authorised representative, if any:

0.7.In the case of components and separate technical units, location and method of affixing of the EC approval mark:U.K.

0.8.Address(es) of assembly plant(s):U.K.

1.This ESA shall be approved as a component/STU(4) U.K.

2.Any restrictions of use and conditions for fitting:U.K.

3.Electrical system rated voltage: … V, positive/negative(4) groundU.K.

Appendix 1U.K.

Description of the ESA chosen to represent the type (electronic block diagram and list of main components constituting the ESA (e.g. make and type of microprocessor, crystal, etc.)).

Appendix 2U.K.

Relevant test report(s) supplied by the manufacturer from a test laboratory accredited to ISO 17025 and recognised by the Approval Authority for the purpose of drawing up the type-approval certificate.

ANNEX III A

MODEL(maximum format: A4 (210 × 297 mm))U.K.

EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATEU.K.

Stamp of administration

Communication concerning the:

  • type-approval(5)

  • extension of type-approval(5)

  • refusal of type-approval(5)

  • withdrawal of type-approval(5)

of a type of vehicle with regard to Directive …/…/EC, as last amended by Directive …/…/EC.

Type-approval number:

Reason for extension:

SECTION IU.K.

0.1.Make (trade name of manufacturer):U.K.
0.2.Type:U.K.
0.4.Category of vehicle (c):U.K.
0.5.Name and address of manufacturer:U.K.

Name and address of authorised representative, if any:

0.8.Address(es) of assembly plant(s):U.K.

SECTION IIU.K.

1.Additional information (where applicable): see AppendixU.K.
2.Technical service responsible for carrying out the tests:U.K.
3.Date of test report:U.K.
4.Number of test report:U.K.
5.Remarks (if any): see AppendixU.K.
6.Place:U.K.
7.Date:U.K.
8.Signature:U.K.
9.The type-approval file deposited at the Administrative Service having delivered the type-approval may be obtained on request.U.K.

Appendix to EC type-approval of a vehicle with regard to Directive 72/245/EEC, as last amended by [X1Directive 2004/104/EC] U.K.

1.Additional informationU.K.

1.1.Electrical system rated voltage: … V. positive/negative groundU.K.
1.2.Type of bodywork:U.K.
1.3.List of all electronic functions (concerned by that Directive) installed in the vehicle(s)U.K.
1.4.Laboratory accredited to ISO 17025 and recognised by the Approval Authority (for the purpose of this Directive) responsible for carrying out the tests:U.K.

5.Remarks:U.K.

(e.g. valid for both left-hand drive and right-hand drive vehicles)

ANNEX III B

MODEL(maximum format: A4 (210 × 297 mm))U.K.

EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATEU.K.

Stamp of administration

Communication concerning the:

  • type-approval(6)

  • extension of type-approval(6)

  • refusal of type-approval(6)

  • withdrawal of type-approval(6)

of a type of component/separate technical unit(6) with regard to Directive …/…/EC, as last amended by Directive …/…/EC.

Type-approval number:

Reason for extension:

EC type-approval mark to be affixed on ESA:

SECTION IU.K.

0.1.Make (trade name of manufacturer):U.K.
0.2.Type:U.K.
0.3.Means of identification of type, if marked on the component/separate technical unit(6) (7):U.K.
0.3.1.Location of that marking:U.K.
0.5.Name and address of manufacturer:U.K.

Name and address of authorised representative, if any:

0.7.In the case of components and separate technical units, location and method of affixing of the EC approval-mark:U.K.
0.8.Address(es) of assembly plant(s):U.K.

SECTION IIU.K.

1.Additional information (where applicable): see AppendixU.K.
2.Technical service responsible for carrying out the tests:U.K.
3.Date of test report:U.K.
4.Number of test report:U.K.
5.Remarks (if any): see AppendixU.K.
6.Place:U.K.
7.Date:U.K.
8.Signature:U.K.
9.The type-approval file deposited at the Administrative Service having delivered the type-approval, may be obtained on request.U.K.

Appendix to EC type-approval certificate No … concerning the type-approval of an electric/electronic subassembly with regard to Directive 72/245/EEC, as last amended by [X1Directive 2004/104/EC] U.K.

1.Additional information:U.K.

1.1.Electrical system rated voltage:U.K.
1.2.This ESA can be used on any vehicle type with the following restrictions:U.K.
1.2.1.Installation conditions, if any:U.K.
1.3.This ESA can only be used on the following vehicle types:U.K.
1.3.1.Installation conditions, if any:U.K.
1.4.The specific test method(s) used and the frequency ranges covered to determine immunity were (please specify precise method used from Annex IX):U.K.
1.5.Laboratory accredited to ISO 17025 and recognised by the Approval Authority (for the purpose of this Directive) responsible for carrying out the testU.K.

5.Remarks:U.K.

ANNEX III C

MODEL(maximum format: A4 (210 × 297 mm))U.K.

ATTESTATION WITH REGARD TO ANNEX I, 3.2.9.U.K.

Stamp of administration

Applicant:

General description of product:

Information submitted by the applicant:

This ESA can be used on any vehicle type with the following restrictions:

Installation conditions, if any:

We confirm that the product described above is not immunity-related according to Directive 72/245/EEC, as last amended by [X1Directive 2004/104/EC]. Any testing according to immunity as defined in this Directive is not required.

Technical service responsible for evaluation:

Place:

Date:

Signature:

ANNEX IV

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIATED BROADBAND ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS FROM VEHICLESU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

1.1.The test method described in this Annex shall only be applied to vehicles.U.K.

1.2.Test methodU.K.

This test is intended to measure the broadband emissions generated by electrical or electronic systems fitted to the vehicle (e.g. ignition system or electric motors).

If not otherwise stated in this Annex the test shall be performed according to CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001).

2.Vehicle state during testsU.K.

2.1.EngineU.K.

The engine shall be in operation according to CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) clause 5.3.2.

2.2.Other vehicle systemsU.K.

All equipment capable of generating broadband emissions which can be switched on permanently by the driver or passenger should be in operation in maximum load, e.g. wiper motors or fans. The horn and electric window motors, etc., are excluded because they are not used continuously.

3.Test requirementsU.K.

3.1.The limits apply throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz for measurements performed in a semi anechoic chamber or an outdoor test site.U.K.

3.2.Measurements can be performed with either quasi-peak or peak detectors. The limits given in Annex I, paragraphs 6.2 and 6.5 are for quasi-peak detectors. If peak detectors are used a correction factor of 20 dB as defined in CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) shall be applied.U.K.

3.3.MeasurementsU.K.

The technical service shall perform the test at the intervals specified in the CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) standard throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz.

Alternatively, if the manufacturer provides measurement data for the whole frequency band from a test laboratory accredited to the applicable parts of ISO 17025 (1st edition 1999) and recognised by the Approval Authority, the technical service may divide the frequency range in 14 frequency bands 30-34, 34-45, 45-60, 60-80, 80-100, 100-130, 130-170, 170-225, 225-300, 300-400, 400-525, 525-700, 700-850, 850-1 000 MHz and perform tests at the 14 frequencies giving the highest emission levels within each band to confirm that the vehicle meets the requirements of this Annex.

In the event that the limit is exceeded during the test, investigations shall be made to ensure that this is due to the vehicle and not to background radiation.

3.4.ReadingsU.K.

The maximum of the readings relative to the limit (horizontal and vertical polarisation and antenna location on the left and right-hand sides of the vehicle) in each of the 14 frequency bands shall be taken as the characteristic reading at the frequency at which the measurements were made.

ANNEX V

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIATED NARROWBAND ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS FROM VEHICLESU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

1.1.The test method described in this Annex shall only be applied to vehicles.U.K.

1.2.Test methodU.K.

This test is intended to measure the narrowband electromagnetic emissions such as might emanate from microprocessor-based systems or other narrowband source.

If not otherwise stated in this Annex the test shall be performed according to CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) or to CISPR 25 (2nd edition 2002).

[X21.3 As an initial step the levels of emissions in the FM frequency band (76 o 108 MHz) shall be measured at the vehicle broadcast radio antenna with an average detector. If the level specified in paragraph 6.3.2.4 of Annex I is not exceeded, then the vehicle shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of this Annex in respect of that frequency band and the full test shall not be carried out.] U.K.

2.Vehicle state during testsU.K.

2.1.The ignition switch shall be switched on. The engine shall not be operating.U.K.

2.2.The vehicle's electronic systems shall all be in normal operating mode with the vehicle stationary.U.K.

2.3.All equipment which can be switched on permanently by the driver or passenger with internal oscillators > 9 kHz or repetitive signals should be in normal operation.U.K.

3.Test requirementsU.K.

3.1.The limits apply throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz for measurements performed in a semi anechoic chamber or an outdoor test site.U.K.

3.2.Measurements shall be performed with an average detector.U.K.

3.3.MeasurementsU.K.

The technical service shall perform the test at the intervals specified in the CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) standard throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz.

Alternatively, if the manufacturer provides measurement data for the whole frequency band from a test laboratory accredited to the applicable parts of ISO 17025 (1st edition 1999) and recognised by the Approval Authority, the technical service may divide the frequency range in 14 frequency bands 30-34, 34-45, 45-60, 60-80, 80-100, 100-130, 130-170, 170-225, 225-300, 300-400, 400-525, 525-700, 700-850, 850-1 000 MHz and perform tests at the 14 frequencies giving the highest emission levels within each band to confirm that the vehicle meets the requirements of this Annex.

In the event that the limit is exceeded during the test, investigations shall be made to ensure that this is due to the vehicle and not to background radiation including broadband radiation from any ESA.

3.4.ReadingsU.K.

The maximum of the readings relative to the limit (horizontal and vertical polarisation and antenna location on the left and right-hand sides of the vehicle) in each of the 14 frequency bands shall be taken as the characteristic reading at the frequency at which the measurements were made.

ANNEX VI

METHOD OF TESTING FOR IMMUNITY OF VEHICLES TO ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATIONU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

1.1.The test method described in this Annex shall only be applied to vehicles.U.K.

1.2.Test methodU.K.

This test is intended to demonstrate the immunity of the vehicle electronic systems. The vehicle shall be subject to electromagnetic fields as described in this Annex. The vehicle shall be monitored during the tests.

If not otherwise stated in this Annex, the test shall be performed according to ISO DIS 11451-2:2003.

1.3.Alternative test methodsU.K.

The test may be alternatively performed in an outdoor test site for all vehicles. The test facility shall comply with (national) legal requirements regarding the emission of electromagnetic fields.

If a vehicle is longer than 12 m and/or wider than 2,60 m and/or higher than 4,00 m, the BCI method according to ISO 11451-4 (1st edition 1995) can be used in the frequency range 20-2 000 MHz with levels defined in Annex I, paragraph 6.7.2.1.

2.Vehicle state during testsU.K.

2.1.The vehicle shall be in an unladen condition except for necessary test equipment.U.K.

2.1.1.The engine shall normally turn the driving wheels at a steady speed of 50 km/h if there is no technical reason due to the vehicle to define a different condition. The vehicle shall be on an appropriately loaded dynamometer or alternatively supported on insulated axle stands with minimum ground clearance if no dynamometer is available. Where appropriate, transmission shafts may be disconnected (e.g. trucks).U.K.
2.1.2.Basic vehicle conditionsU.K.

The paragraph defines minimum test conditions and failures criteria for vehicle immunity tests. Other vehicle systems, which can affect immunity-related functions must be tested in a way to be agreed between manufacturer and technical service.

‘50 km/h cycle’ vehicle test conditionsFailure criteria
Vehicle speed 50 km/h ± 20 % (vehicle driving the rollers). If the vehicle is equipped with a cruise control system, it shall be operational

Speed variation greater than ± 10 % of the nominal speed

In case of automatic gearbox: change-of-gear ratio inducing a speed variation greater than ± 10 % of the nominal speed

Dipped beams ON (manual mode)Lighting OFF
Front wiper ON (manual mode) maximum speedComplete stop of front wiper
Direction indicator on driver’s side ON

Frequency change (lower than 0,75 Hz or greater than 2,25 Hz)

Duty cycle change (lower than 25 % or greater than 75 %)

Adjustable suspension in normal positionUnexpected significant variation
Driver’s seat and steering wheel in medium positionUnexpected variation greater than 10 % of total range
Alarm unsetUnexpected activation of alarm
Horn OFFUnexpected activation of horn
Airbag and safety restraint systems operational with inhibited passenger airbag if this function existsUnexpected activation
Automatic doors closedUnexpected opening
Adjustable endurance brake lever in normal positionUnexpected activation
‘Brake cycle’ vehicle test conditionsFailure criteria
To be defined in brake cycle test plan. This must include operation of the brake pedal (unless there are technical reasons not to do so) but not necessarily an anti-lock brake system action.

Stop lights inactivated during cycle

Brake warning light ON with loss of function

Unexpected activation

2.1.3.All equipment which can be switched on permanently by the driver or passenger should be in normal operation.U.K.
2.1.4.All other systems which affect the driver’s control of the vehicle shall be (on) as in normal operation of the vehicle.U.K.

2.2.If there are vehicle electrical/electronic systems which form an integral part of the direct control of the vehicle, which will not operate under the conditions described in paragraph 4.1, it will be permissible for the manufacturer to provide a report or additional evidence to the testing authority that the vehicle electrical/electronic system meets the requirements of this Directive. Such evidence shall be retained in the type-approval documentation.U.K.

2.3.Only non-perturbing equipment shall be used while monitoring the vehicle. The vehicle exterior and the passenger compartment shall be monitored to determine whether the requirements of this Annex are met (e.g. by using (a) video camera(s), a microphone, etc.).U.K.

3.Test requirementsU.K.

3.1.Frequency range, dwell times, polarisationU.K.

The vehicle shall be exposed to electromagnetic radiation in the 20 to 2 000 MHz frequency ranges in vertical polarisation.

The test signal modulation shall be:

  • AM, with 1 kHz modulation and 80 % modulation depth in the 20-800 MHz frequency range, and

  • PM, t on 577 μs, period 4 600 μs in the 800-2 000 MHz frequency range,

if not otherwise agreed between technical service and vehicle manufacturer.

Frequency step size and dwell time shall be chosen according to ISO DIS 11451-1:2003.

3.1.1.The technical service shall perform the test at the intervals specified in ISO DIS 11451-1:2003 throughout the frequency range 20 to 2 000 MHz.U.K.

Alternatively, if the manufacturer provides measurement to data for the whole frequency band from a test laboratory accredited to the applicable parts of ISO 17025 (1st edition 1999) and recognised by the Approval Authority, the technical service may choose a reduced number of spot frequencies in the range, e.g. 27, 45, 65, 90, 120, 150, 190, 230, 280, 380, 450, 600, 750, 900, 1 300, and 1 800 MHz to confirm that the vehicle meets the requirements of this Annex.

If a vehicle fails the test defined in this Annex, it must be verified as having failed under the relevant test conditions and not as a result of the generation of uncontrolled fields.

4.Generation of required field strengthU.K.

4.1.Test methodologyU.K.

4.1.1.The substitution method according to ISO DIS 11451-1:2003 shall be used to establish the test field conditions.U.K.
4.1.2.CalibrationU.K.

For transmission-line-systems (TLS) one field probe at the facility reference point shall be used.

For antennae, four field probes at the facility reference line shall be used.

4.1.3.Test phaseU.K.

The vehicle shall be positioned with the centre line of the vehicle on the facility reference point or line. The vehicle shall normally face a fixed antenna. However, where the electronic control units and the associated wiring harness are predominantly in the rear of the vehicle, the test should normally be carried out with the vehicle facing away from the antenna. In the case of long vehicles (i.e. excluding cars and light vans), which have electronic control units and associated wiring harness predominantly towards the middle of the vehicle, a reference point may be established based on either the right-side surface or the left-side surface of the vehicle. This reference point shall be at the midpoint of the vehicle’s length or at one point along the side of the vehicle chosen by the manufacturer in conjunction with the competent authority after considering the distribution of electronic systems and the layout of any wiring harness.

Such testing may only take place if the physical construction of the chamber permits. The antenna location must be noted in the test report.

ANNEX VII

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIATED BROADBAND ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS FROM ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SUBASSEMBLIESU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

1.1.The test method described in this Annex may be applied to ESAs, which may be subsequently fitted to vehicles, which comply with Annex IV.U.K.

1.2.Test methodU.K.

This test is intended to measure broadband electromagnetic emissions from ESAs (e.g. ignition systems, electric motor, etc.).

If not otherwise stated in this Annex the test shall be performed according to CISPR 25 (2nd edition, 2002).

2.ESA state during testsU.K.

2.1.The ESA under test shall be in normal operation mode, preferably in maximum load.U.K.

3.Test arrangementsU.K.

3.1.The test shall be performed according to CISPR 25 (2nd edition) clause 11 — ALSE method.U.K.

3.2.Alternative measuring locationU.K.

As an alternative to an absorber-lined shielded enclosure (ALSE) an open-area test site (OATS), which complies with the requirements of CISPR 16-1 (2nd edition 2002) may be used (see Appendix 1 to this Annex).

3.3.AmbientU.K.

To ensure that there is no extraneous noise or signal of a magnitude sufficient to affect materially the measurement, measurements shall be taken before or after the main test. In this measurement, the extraneous noise or signal shall be at least 6 dB below the limits of interference given in paragraph 6.5.2.1 of Annex I, except for intentional narrowband ambient transmissions.

4.Test requirementsU.K.

4.1.The limits apply throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz for measurements performed in a semi anechoic chamber or an outdoor test site.U.K.

4.2.Measurements can be performed with either quasi-peak or peak detectors. The limits given in Annex I, paragraphs 6.2 and 6.5 are for quasi-peak detectors. If peak detectors are used a correction factor of 20 dB as defined in CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) shall be applied.U.K.

4.3.MeasurementsU.K.

The technical service shall perform the test at the intervals specified in the CISPR 25 (2nd edition 2002) standard throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz.

Alternatively, if the manufacturer provides measurement to data for the whole frequency band from a test laboratory accredited to the applicable parts of ISO 17025 (1st edition 1999) and recognised by the Approval Authority, the technical service may divide the frequency range in 13 frequency bands 30–50, 50-75, 75-100, 100-130, 130-165, 165-200, 200-250, 250-320, 320-400, 400-520, 520-660, 660-820, 820-1 000 MHz and perform tests at the 13 frequencies giving the highest emission levels within each band to confirm that the ESA meets the requirements of this Annex.

In the event that the limit is exceeded during the test, investigations shall be made to ensure that this is due to the ESA and not to background radiation.

4.4.ReadingsU.K.

The maximum of the readings relative to the limit (horizontal/vertical polarisation) in each of the 13 frequency bands shall be taken as the characteristic reading at the frequency at which the measurements were made.

Appendix 1

Figure 1U.K.Open-area test site: Electrical/electronic subassembly test area boundaryU.K.Level, clear area free from electromagnetic reflecting surfacesU.K.

ANNEX VIII

METHOD OF MEASUREMENT OF RADIATED NARROWBAND ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS FROM ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SUBASSEMBLIESU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

1.1.The test method described in this Annex may be applied to ESAs, which may be subsequently fitted to vehicles, which comply with Annex IV.U.K.

1.2.Test methodU.K.

This test is intended to measure the narrowband electromagnetic emissions such as emanate from a microprocessor-base system.

If not otherwise stated in this Annex the test shall be performed according to CISPR 25 (2nd edition 2002).

2.ESA state during testsU.K.

The ESA under test shall be in normal operation mode.

3.Test arrangementsU.K.

3.1.The test shall be performed according CISPR 25 (2nd edition 2002) clause 11 — ALSE method.U.K.

3.2.Alternative measuring locationU.K.

As an alternative to an absorber-lined shielded enclosure (ALSE) an open-area test site (OATS) which complies with the requirements of CISPR 16-1 (2nd edition 2002) may be used (see Appendix 1 to Annex VII).

3.3.AmbientU.K.

To ensure that there is no extraneous noise or signal of a magnitude sufficient to affect materially the measurement, measurements shall be taken before or after the main test. In this measurement, the extraneous noise or signal shall be at least 6 dB below the limits of interference given in paragraph 6.5.2.1 of Annex I, except for intentional narrowband ambient transmissions.

4.Test requirementsU.K.

4.1.The limits apply throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz for measurements performed in semi-anechoic chambers or outdoor test sites.U.K.

4.2.Measurements shall be performed with an average detector.U.K.

4.3.MeasurementsU.K.

The technical service shall perform the test at the intervals specified in the CISPR 12 (5th edition 2001) standard throughout the frequency range 30 to 1 000 MHz.

Alternatively, if the manufacturer provides measurement to data for the whole frequency band from a test laboratory accredited to the applicable parts of ISO 17025 (1st edition 1999) and recognised by the Approval Authority, the technical service may divide the frequency range in 13 frequency bands 30-50, 50-75, 75-100, 100-130, 130-165, 165-200, 200-250, 250-320, 320-400, 400-520, 520-660, 660-820, 820-1 000 MHz and perform tests at the 13 frequencies giving the highest emission levels within each band to confirm that the ESA meets the requirements of this Annex. In the event that the limit is exceeded during the test, investigations shall be made to ensure that this is due to the ESA and not to background radiation including broadband radiation from the ESA.

4.4.ReadingsU.K.

The maximum of the readings relative to the limit (horizontal/vertical polarisation) in each of the 13 frequency bands shall be taken as the characteristic reading at the frequency at which the measurements were made.

ANNEX IX

METHOD(S) OF TESTING FOR IMMUNITY OF ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SUBASSEMBLIES TO ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATIONU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

1.1.The test method(s) described in this Annex may be applied to ESAs.U.K.

1.2.Test methodsU.K.

1.2.1.ESAs may comply with the requirements of any combination of the following test methods at the manufacturer's discretion provided that this results in the full frequency range specified in paragraph 3.1 of this Annex being covered.U.K.
  • Absorber chamber test: according to ISO DIS 11452-2: 2003

  • TEM cell testing: according to ISO 11452-3: 3rd edition 2001

  • Bulk current injection testing: according to ISO DIS 11452-4: 2003

  • Stripline testing: according to ISO 11452-5: 2nd edition 2002

  • 800 mm stripline: according to paragraph 4.5 of this Annex

(Frequency range and general test conditions shall be based on ISO DIS 11452-1: 2003).

2.State of ESA during testsU.K.

2.1.The test conditions shall be according to ISO 11452-1: 2002.U.K.

2.2.The ESA under test shall be switched on and must be stimulated to be in normal operation condition. It shall be arranged as defined in this Annex unless individual test methods dictate otherwise.U.K.

2.3.Any extraneous equipment required to operate the ESA under test shall not be in place during the calibration phase. No extraneous equipment shall be closer than 1 m from the reference point during calibration.U.K.

2.4.To ensure reproducible measurement results are obtained when tests and measurements are repeated, the test signal generating equipment and its layout shall be to the same specification as that used during each appropriate calibration phase.U.K.

2.5.If the ESA under test consists of more than one unit, the interconnecting cables should ideally be the wiring harnesses as intended for use in the vehicle. If these are not available, the length between the electronic control unit and the AN shall be as defined in the standard. All cables in the wiring harness should be terminated as realistically as possible and preferably with real loads and actuators.U.K.

3.General test requirementsU.K.

3.1.Frequency range, dwell timesU.K.

Measurements shall be made in the 20 to 2 000 MHz frequency range with frequency steps according to ISO 11452-1: 2002.

The test signal modulation shall be:

  • AM, with 1 kHz modulation and 80 % modulation depth in the 20-800 MHz frequency range,

  • PM, t on 577 μs, period 4 600 μs in the 800-2 000 MHz frequency range,

if not otherwise agreed between technical service and ESA manufacturer.

Frequency step size and dwell time shall be chosen according to ISO 11452-1: 2001.

3.2.The technical service shall perform the test at the intervals specified in ISO DIS 11452-1: 2003 throughout the frequency range 20 to 2 000 MHz.U.K.

Alternatively, if the manufacturer provides measurement to data for the whole frequency band from a test laboratory accredited to the applicable parts of ISO 17025 (1st edition 1999) and recognised by the Approval Authority, the technical service may choose a reduced number of spot frequencies in the range, e.g. 27, 45, 65, 90, 120, 150, 190, 230, 280, 380, 450, 600, 750, 900, 1 300 and 1 800 MHz to confirm that the ESA meets the requirements of this Annex.

3.3.If an ESA fails the tests defined in this Annex, it must be verified as having failed under the relevant test conditions and not as a result of the generation of uncontrolled fields.U.K.

4.Specific test requirementsU.K.

4.1.Absorber chamber testU.K.

4.1.1.Test methodU.K.

This test method allows the testing of vehicle electrical/electronic systems by exposing an ESA to electromagnetic radiation generated by an antenna.

4.1.2.Test methodologyU.K.

The ‘substitution method’ shall be used to establish the test field conditions according to ISO DIS 11452-2: 2003.

The test shall be performed with vertical polarisation.

4.2.TEM cell testingU.K.

4.2.1.Test methodU.K.

The TEM (transverse electromagnetic mode) cell generates homogeneous fields between the internal conductor (septum) and housing (ground plane).

4.2.2.Test methodologyU.K.

The test shall be performed according to ISO 11452-3: 3rd edition 2001.

Depending on the ESA to be tested the testing authority shall choose the method of maximum field coupling to the ESA or to the wiring harness inside the TEM cell.

4.3.Bulk current injection testingU.K.

4.3.1.Test methodU.K.

This is a method of carrying out immunity tests by inducing currents directly into a wiring harness using a current injection probe.

4.3.2.Test methodologyU.K.

The test shall be performed according to ISO DIS 11452-4: 2003 on a test bench. As an alternative the ESA may be tested while installed in the vehicle according to ISO 11451-4 (1st edition 1995).

The injection probe shall be positioned in 150 mm distance to the ESA to be tested.

The reference method shall be used to calculate injected currents from forward power.

The frequency range of the method is limited by the injection probe specification.

4.4.Stripline testingU.K.

4.4.1.Test methodU.K.

This test method consists of subjecting the wiring harness connecting the components in an ESA to specified field strengths.

4.4.2.Test methodologyU.K.

The test shall be performed according to ISO 11452-5 (2nd edition 2002).

4.5.800 mm stripline testingU.K.

4.5.1.Test methodU.K.

The stripline consists of two parallel metallic plates separated by 800 mm. Equipment under test is positioned centrally between the plates and subjected to an electromagnetic field (see Appendix 1 to this Annex).

This method can test complete electronic systems including sensors and actuators as well as the controller and wiring loom. It is suitable for apparatus whose largest dimension is less than one third of the plate separation.

4.5.2.Test methodologyU.K.
4.5.2.1.Positioning of striplineU.K.

The stripline shall be housed in a screened room (to prevent external emissions) and positioned 2 m away from walls and any metallic enclosure to prevent electromagnetic reflections. RF absorber material may be used to damp these reflections. The stripline shall be placed on non-conducting supports at least 0,4 m above the floor.

4.5.2.2.Calibration of the striplineU.K.

A field-measuring probe shall be positioned within the central one third of the longitudinal, vertical and transverse dimensions of the space between the parallel plates with the system under test absent.

The associated measuring equipment shall be sited outside the screen room. At each desired test frequency, a level of power shall be fed into the stripline to produce the required field strength at the antenna. This level of forward power, or another parameter directly related to the forward power required to define the field, shall be used for type-approval tests unless changes occur in the facilities or equipment, which necessitate this procedure being repeated.

4.5.2.3.Installation of the ESA under testU.K.

The main control unit shall be positioned within the central one third of the longitudinal, vertical and transverse dimensions of the space between the parallel plates. It shall be supported on a stand made from non-conducting material.

4.5.2.4.Main wiring loom and sensor/actuator cablesU.K.

The main wiring loom and any sensor/actuator cables shall rise vertically from the control unit to the top ground plate (this helps to maximise coupling with the electromagnetic field). Then they shall follow the underside of the plate to one of its free edges where they shall loop over and follow the top of the ground plate as far as the connections to the stripline feed. The cables shall then be routed to the associated equipment, which shall be sited in an area outside the influence of the electromagnetic field, e.g. on the floor of the screened room 1 m longitudinally away from the stripline.

Appendix 1

Figure 1800 mm stripline testingU.K.

Figure 2800 mm stripline dimensionsU.K.

Appendix 2

Typical TEM cell dimensionsU.K.

The following table shows the dimensions for constructing a cell with specified upper frequency limits:

Upper frequency(MHz)Cell form factorW:bCell form factorL/WPlate separationb (cm)SeptumS (cm)
2001,690,665670
2001,016050

ANNEX X

METHOD(S) OF TESTING FOR IMMUNITY TO AND EMISSION OF TRANSIENTS OF ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SUBASSEMBLIESU.K.

1.GeneralU.K.

This test method shall ensure the immunity of ESAs to conducted transients on the vehicle power supply and limit conducted transients from ESAs to the vehicle power supply.

2.Immunity against disturbances conducted along supply linesU.K.

Apply the test pulses 1, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b and 4 according to the International Standard ISO 7637-2:2002 to the supply lines as well as to other connections of ESAs which may be operationally connected to supply lines.

3.Emission of conducted disturbances along supply linesU.K.

Measurement according to the International Standard ISO 7637-2:2002 on supply lines as well as to other connections of ESAs which may be operationally connected to supply lines.

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(6)

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(7)

If the means of identification of type contains characters not relevant to describe the component or separate technical unit types covered by this type-approval certificate such characters could be represented in the documentation by the symbol: ‘?’ (e.g. ABC??123??).

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