Division 3.3

A minimum of three lower legform to bumper tests shall be carried out, one each to the middle and the outer thirds of the bumper at positions judged to be the most likely to cause injury. The tests shall be performed to different types of structure, where they vary throughout the area to be assessed. The selected test points shall be a minimum of 132 mm apart, and a minimum of 66 mm inside the defined corners of the bumper. These minimum distances are to be set with a flexible tape held tautly along the outer surface of the vehicle. The positions tested by the laboratories shall be indicated in the test report.

F1In case the vehicle is tested in accordance with Section 2.1(a) or (b) of Annex I to Regulation (EC) No 78/2009, the manufacturer may apply for derogation concerning an exemption zone of a maximum width of 132 mm at the location of a removable towing hook.