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Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 –

Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006
Compilation: 1 (up to and including Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 –
Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006 Amendment 1)

Compilation Date: 14th February 2012

Compiled by: Vehicle Safety Standards, Department of Infrastructure and Transport

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CONTENTS

1. LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS .......................................................................... 3

2. FUNCTION AND SCOPE ................................................................................. 3
3. APPLICABILITY............................................................................................... 3
4. DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................... 5
5. REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................. 5
6. EXEMPTIONS AND ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURES.................................. 5
7. ALTERNATIVE STANDARDS........................................................................ 5
APPENDIX A ................................................................................................................... 7
COMPILATION NOTES ............................................................................................... 41

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1. LEGISLATIVE PROVISIONS
1.1. Name of Standard
1.1.1. This Standard is the Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 – Side
Door Latches and Hinges) 2006.
1.1.2. This Standard may also be cited as Australian Design Rule 2/01 – Side Door
Latches and Hinges.

1.2. Commencement
1.2.1. This Standard commences on the day after it is registered.

2. FUNCTION AND SCOPE

The function of this vehicle standard is to specify requirements for side door
retention components including latches, hinges, and other supporting means to
minimize the likelihood of occupants being thrown from a vehicle as a result
of impact.

3. APPLICABILITY
This vehicle standard applies to the design and construction of LEP, LEG,
MA, MB, MC and NA category vehicles from the dates set out in clauses 3.1,
3.2 and 3.5.
3.1. 1 July 2008 on all new model vehicles.
3.2. There is no mandatory application date for all other model vehicles. They may
comply with this vehicle standard or continue to comply with earlier versions
of this vehicle standard as applicable for particular vehicle categories.
3.3. For the purposes of clause 3.1 a "new model" is a vehicle model first produced
with a 'Date of manufacture' on or after the agreed date in clause 3.1.
3.4. LEP & LEG category vehicles must comply with M1 and N1 category vehicle
requirements respectively.

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3.5. Applicability Table

ADR UNECE
Category Category Manufactured Acceptable
Vehicle Category Code Code * on or After Prior Rules
Moped 2 wheels LA L1 N/A
Moped 3 wheels LB L2 N/A
Motor cycle LC L3 N/A
Motor cycle and sidecar LD L4 N/A
Motor tricycle LE L5
LEM N/A
Enclosed vehicles LEP & LEG (see 1 July 2008 (see clause
clause 3.4) 3.2)
All vehicles LEP & LEG (see 1 July 2008 (see clause
clause 3.4) 3.2)
Passenger car MA M1 1 July 2008 (see clause
3.2)
Forward-control passenger vehicle MB M1 1 July 2008 (see clause
3.2)
Off-road passenger vehicle MC M1 1 July 2008 (see clause
3.2)
Light omnibus MD M2 N/A
up to 3.5 tonnes „GVM’ and up to 12 MD1 N/A
seats
up to 3.5 tonnes ‘GVM’ and more MD2 N/A
than 12 seats
over 3.5 tonnes and up to 4.5 tonnes MD3 N/A
‘GVM’
over 4.5 tonnes and up to 5 tonnes MD4 N/A
‘GVM’
Heavy omnibus ME M3 N/A
Light goods vehicle NA N1 1 July 2008 (see clause
3.2)
Medium goods vehicle NB N2 N/A
over 3.5 tonnes up to 4.5 tonnes NB1 N/A
‘GVM’
over 4.5 tonnes up to 12 tonnes NB2 N/A
‘GVM’
Heavy goods vehicle NC N3 N/A
Very light trailer TA O1 N/A
Light trailer TB O2 N/A
Medium trailer TC O3 N/A
Heavy trailer TD O4 N/A
* The category code may also be in the format L1, L2, L3 etc.

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4. DEFINITIONS
4.1. For vehicle categories, definitions and meanings used in this standard, refer to:
4.2. Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule Definitions and Vehicle Categories)
2005; and
4.3. Definitions in Section 2 of Appendix A of this standard.

5. REQUIREMENTS
5.1. Vehicles subject to the requirements of this standard that are fitted with side
doors must comply with the requirements of Appendix A, except as varied by
Section 6 Exemptions and Alternative Procedures.

6. EXEMPTIONS AND ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURES

6.1. Compliance with the following parts, sections and annexes of Appendix A is
not required for the purposes of this standard:
Section 3 Application for approval
Section 4 Approval
Section 8 Modifications and extension of approval of the vehicle type
Section 9 Conformity of production
Section 10 Penalties for non conformity of production
Section 11 Production definitely discontinued
Section 12 Names and addresses of technical services responsible for
conducting approval tests and of administrative departments
Section 13 Transitional provisions

ANNEXES
Annex 1 Communication concerning the approval, the refusal of
approval, the extension of approval, the approval withdrawn,
the production definitely discontinued, of a vehicle type with
regard to door latches and door retention components pursuant
to Regulation No. 11

Annex 2 Arrangements of approval marks

7. ALTERNATIVE STANDARDS
7.1. The technical requirements adopted by the United Nations - Economic
Commission for Europe Regulation No. 11 – UNIFORM PROVISIONS
CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF VEHICLES WITH REGARD TO
DOOR LATCHES AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS, from the
edition incorporating the 02 series of amendments up to and including the
edition incorporating the 03 series of amendments shall be deemed to be
equivalent to the technical requirements of this standard.
7.2. The technical requirements adopted by the United Nations - Economic
Commission for Europe Global technical regulation No.1 – DOOR LOCKS
AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS, shall be deemed to be
equivalent to the technical requirements of this standard, provided the locking
device described in clause 5.3.2. of that standard complies with 5.3.2.1.(a) or
5.3.2.1.(b) of that standard.

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APPENDIX A

AGREEMENT
CONCERNING THE ADOPTION OF UNIFORM TECHNICAL PRESCRIPTIONS
FOR WHEELED VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT AND PARTS WHICH CAN BE FITTED
AND/OR BE USED ON WHEELED VEHICLES AND THE CONDITIONS FOR RECIPROCAL
RECOGNITION OF APPROVALS GRANTED ON THE BASIS OF THESE PRESCRIPTIONS */

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Addendum 10: Regulation No. 11

Date of entry into force as an annex to the Agreement.

1 June 1969

Revision 1

Incorporating the 02 series of amendments which entered into force on 15 March 1981

and incorporating by the Department of Infrastructure and Transport:

03 series of amendments - Date of entry into force: 11 June 2007
Supplement 1 to the 03 series of amendments: Date of entry into force: 22 July 2009
Corrigendum 1 to Supplement 1 to the 03 series of amendments subject of Depositary Notification
C.N.247.2009.TREATIES-2: Date of entry into force: 22 July 2009
Supplement 2 to the 03 series of amendments: Date of entry into force: 17 March 2010

UNIFORM PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF VEHICLES WITH

REGARD TO DOOR LATCHES AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS
________________________________

UNITED NATIONS

*/
Former title of the Agreement:

Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform Conditions of Approval and Reciprocal Recognition of Approval for
Motor Vehicle Equipment and Parts, done at Geneva on 20 March 1958.

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Regulation No. 11

UNIFORM PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF VEHICLES

WITH REGARD TO DOOR LATCHES AND
DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS

CONTENTS
REGULATION
1. Scope
2. Definitions
3. Application for approval
4. Approval
5. General Requirements
6. Performance Requirements
7. Test Procedures
8. Modification and extension of approval of the vehicle type
9. Conformity of production
10. Penalties for non-conformity of production
11. Production definitely discontinued
12. Names and addresses of technical services responsible for conducting approval tests
and administrative departments
13. Transitional provisions

ANNEXES
Annex 1 Communication concerning the approval, the refusal of approval, the extension of
approval, the approval withdrawn, the production definitely discontinued, of a
vehicle type with regard to door latches and door retention components pursuant
to Regulation No. 11
Annex 2 Arrangements of approval marks
Annex 3 Latch test for load tests one, two, and three, force application
Annex 4 Inertial test procedures
Annex 5 Hinge test procedure
Annex 6 Sliding side door
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Regulation No. 11

UNIFORM PROVISIONS CONCERNING THE APPROVAL OF VEHICLES

WITH REGARD TO DOOR LATCHES AND
DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS

1. SCOPE
This Regulation applies to vehicles of categories M1 and N1 1/ with respect to
latches and door retention components such as hinges and other supporting means
on doors, which can be used for the entry or exit of the occupants.
2. DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this Regulation.
2.1. "Approval of a vehicle" means the approval of a vehicle type with regard to door
latches and door retention components.
2.2. "Vehicle type" means a category of motor vehicles which do not differ in such
essential respects as:
2.2.1. designation of the vehicle type by the manufacturer;
2.2.2. the type of latch;
2.2.3. the type of door retention component;
2.2.4. the way in which the latches and door retention components are fitted to and
retained by the structure of the vehicle;
2.2.5. type of sliding doors;
2.3. "Auxiliary door latch" is a latch equipped with a fully latched position with or
without a secondary latch position, and fitted to a door or door system equipped
with a primary door latch system.
2.4. "Auxiliary door latch system" consists, at a minimum, of an auxiliary door latch
and a striker.
2.5. "Back door" is a door or door system on the back end of a motor vehicle through
which passengers can enter or depart the vehicle or cargo can be loaded or
unloaded. It does not include:
(a) a trunk lid; or
(b) a door or window composed entirely of glazing material and whose latches
and/or hinge systems are attached directly to the glazing material.
2.6. "Body member" is that portion of the hinge normally affixed to the body structure.
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1/ As defined in Annex 7 to the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of vehicles
(R.E.3), document TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.1/Amend.2, as last amended by Amendment 4.

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2.7. "Child Safety Lock System" is a locking device which can be engaged and released
independently of other locking devices and which, when engaged, prevents
operation of the interior door handle or other release device. The lock
release/engagement device may be manual or electric and may be located
anywhere on or in the vehicle.
2.8. "Doors" means hinged or sliding doors which lead directly into a compartment that
contains one or more seating ¬positions and which are not folding doors, roll-up
doors and doors that are designed to be easily attached to or removed from motor
vehicles manufactured for operation without doors.
2.9. "Door closure warning system" is a system that will activate a visual signal located
where it can be clearly seen by the driver when a door latch system is not in its
fully latched position and while the vehicle ignition is activated.
2.10. "Door Hinge System" is one or more hinges used to support a door.
2.11. "Door latch system" consists, at a minimum, of a latch and a striker.
2.12. "Door member" is that portion of the hinge normally affixed to the door structure
and constituting the swinging member.
2.13. "Door system" is the door, latch, striker, hinges, sliding track combinations and
other door retention components on a door and its surrounding doorframe. The
door system of a double door includes both doors.
2.14. "Double door" is a system of two doors where the front door or wing door opens
first and connects to the rear door or bolted door, which opens second.
2.15. "Fork-bolt" is the part of the latch that engages and retains the striker when in a
latched position.
2.16. "Fork-bolt opening direction" is the direction opposite to that in which the striker
enters the latch to engage the fork-bolt.
2.17. "Fully latched position" is the coupling condition of the latch that retains the door
in a completely closed position.
2.18. "Hinge" is a device used to position the door relative to the body structure and
control the path of the door swing for passenger ingress and egress.
2.19. "Hinge pin" is that portion of the hinge normally interconnecting the body and door
members and establishing the swing axis.
2.20. "Latch" is a device employed to maintain the door in a closed position relative to
the vehicle body with provisions for deliberate release (or operation).
2.21. "Primary door latch" is a latch equipped with both a fully latched position and a
secondary latched position and is designated as a "primary door latch" by the
manufacturer. The manufacturer may not thereafter change such designation.
Each manufacturer shall, upon request, provide information regarding which
latches are "primary door latches" for a particular vehicle or make/model.
2.22. "Primary door latch system" consists, at a minimum, of a primary door latch and a
striker.
2.23. "Secondary latched position" refers to the coupling condition of the latch that
retains the door in a partially closed position.
2.24. "Side front door" is a door that, in a side view, has 50 per cent or more of its

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opening area forward of the rearmost point on the driver's seat back, when the seat
back is adjusted to its most vertical and rearward position, providing direct access
for passengers to enter or depart the vehicle.
2.25. "Side rear door" is a door that, in a side view, has 50 per cent or more of its
opening area to the rear of the rearmost point on the driver's seat back, when the
driver's seat is adjusted to its most vertical and rearward position, providing direct
access for passengers to enter or depart the vehicle.
2.26. "Striker" is a device with which the latch engages to maintain the door in the fully
latched or secondary latched position.
2.27. "Trunk lid" is a movable body panel that provides access from outside the vehicle
to a space wholly partitioned from the occupant compartment by a permanently
attached partition or fixed or fold-down seat back.

3. APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL

3.1. The application for approval of a vehicle type with regard to door latches and door
retention components shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by his duly
accredited representative.
3.2 It shall be accompanied by the undermentioned documents in triplicate and the
following particulars:
3.2.1. drawings of the doors and of their latches and door retention components on an
appropriate scale and in sufficient detail;
3.2.2. a technical description of the latches and door retention components.
3.3. The application shall also be accompanied by:
3.3.1. A batch of five sets of retention components per door. When, however, the same
sets are used for several doors, it will be sufficient to submit one batch of sets. Sets
of door retention components which are distinguishable only because they are
designed to be fitted on the left or on the right are not regarded as different;
3.3.2. A batch of five complete latches, including actuating mechanism, per door. When,
however, the same complete latches are used for several doors, it will be sufficient
to submit one batch of latches. Latches which are distinguishable only because they
are designed to be fitted on the left or on the right are not regarded as different.
3.4. A vehicle, representative of the vehicle type to be approved, shall be submitted to
the technical service responsible for conducting approval tests.

4. APPROVAL
4.1 If the vehicle type submitted for approval pursuant to this Regulation meets the
requirements of paragraphs 5., 6. and 7. below, approval of that vehicle type shall
be granted.
4.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two digits
(03) shall indicate the series of amendments incorporating the most recent major
technical amendments made to the Regulation at the time of issue of the approval.
The same Contracting Party may not assign the same number to the same vehicle
type either if the doors are not equipped with latches or door retention components
of the same type, or if the latches and door retention components are not fitted in

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the same manner as on the vehicle submitted for approval; on the other hand, it
may assign the same number to another vehicle type whose doors are equipped
with the same latches and door retention components fitted in the same manner as
on the vehicle submitted for approval.
4.3. Notice of approval or of extension or refusal of approval of a vehicle type pursuant
to this Regulation shall be communicated to the Parties to the Agreement applying
this Regulation, by means of a form conforming to the model in annex 1 to this
Regulation.
4.4. There shall be affixed, conspicuously and in a readily accessible place specified on
the approval form, to every vehicle conforming to a vehicle type approved under
this Regulation, an international approval mark consisting of:
4.4.1. a circle surrounding the letter “E" followed by the distinguishing number of the
country which has granted approval; 2/
4.4.2. the number of this Regulation, followed by the letter ”R”, a dash and the approval
number to the right of the circle described in paragraph 4.4.1.
4.5. If the vehicle conforms to a vehicle type approved, under one or more other
Regulations annexed to the Agreement, in the country which has granted approval
under this Regulation, the symbol prescribed in paragraph 4.4.1. need not be
repeated; in such a case the Regulation and approval numbers and the additional
symbols of all the Regulations under which approval has been granted in the
country which has granted approval under this Regulation shall be placed in
vertical columns to the right of the symbol prescribed in paragraph 4.4.1.
4.6. The approval mark shall be clearly legible and be indelible.
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2/ 1 for Germany, 2 for France, 3 for Italy, 4 for the Netherlands, 5 for Sweden, 6 for
Belgium, 7 for Hungary, 8 for the Czech Republic, 9 for Spain, 10 for Serbia,
11 for the United Kingdom, 12 for Austria, 13 for Luxembourg, 14 for
Switzerland, 15 (vacant), 16 for Norway, 17 for Finland, 18 for Denmark, 19 for
Romania, 20 for Poland, 21 for Portugal, 22 for the Russian Federation, 23 for
Greece, 24 for Ireland, 25 for Croatia, 26 for Slovenia, 27 for Slovakia, 28 for
Belarus, 29 for Estonia, 30 (vacant), 31 for Bosnia and Herzegovina, 32 for Latvia,
33 (vacant), 34 for Bulgaria, 35 (vacant), 36 for Lithuania, 37 for Turkey,
38 (vacant), 39 for Azerbaijan, 40 for The former Yugoslav Republic of
Macedonia, 41 (vacant), 42 for the European Community (Approvals are granted
by its Member States using their respective ECE symbol), 43 for Japan, 44
(vacant), 45 for Australia, 46 for Ukraine, 47 for South Africa, 48 for New
Zealand, 49 for Cyprus, 50 for Malta, 51 for the Republic of Korea, 52 for
Malaysia, 53 for Thailand, 54 and 55 (vacant) and 56 for Montenegro. Subsequent
numbers shall be assigned to other countries in the chronological order in which
they ratify or accede to the Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform
Technical Prescriptions for Wheeled Vehicles, Equipment and Parts which can be
Fitted and/or be Used on Wheeled Vehicles and the Conditions for Reciprocal
Recognition of Approvals Granted on the Basis of these Prescriptions, and the
numbers thus assigned shall be communicated by the Secretary-General of the
United Nations to the Contracting Parties to the Agreement.

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4.7. The approval mark shall be placed close to or on the vehicle data plate.
4.8. Annex 2 to this Regulation gives examples of arrangements of the approval marks.

5. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
5.1. The requirements apply to all side and back doors and door components except for
those on folding doors, roll-up doors, detachable doors, and doors that are
designated to provide emergency egress.
5.2. Door Latches
5.2.1. Each hinged door system shall be equipped with at least one primary door latch
system.
5.2.2. Each sliding door system shall be equipped with either:
(a) a primary door latch system, or
(b) a door latch system with a fully latched position and a door closure warning
system.

6. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
6.1. Hinged doors
6.1.1. Load Test One
6.1.1.1. Each primary door latch system and auxiliary door latch system, when in the fully
latched position, shall not separate when a load of 11,000 N is applied in the
direction perpendicular to the face of the latch such that the latch and the striker
anchorage are not compressed against each other, when tested in accordance with
paragraph 7.1.1.1.
6.1.1.2. When in the secondary latched position, the primary latch system shall not separate
when a load of 4,500 N is applied in the same direction as in paragraph 6.1.1.1.,
when tested in accordance with paragraph 7.1.1.1.
6.1.2. Load Test Two
6.1.2.1. Each primary door latch system and auxiliary door latch system, when in the fully
latched position, shall not separate when a load of 9,000 N is applied in the fork-
bolt opening direction and parallel to the face of the latch, when tested in
accordance with paragraph 7.1.1.1.
6.1.2.2. When in the secondary latched position, the primary latch system shall not separate
when a load of 4,500 N is applied in the same direction, as in paragraph 6.1.2.1.,
when tested in accordance with paragraph 7.1.1.1.
6.1.3. Load Test Three (applicable to doors that open in a vertical direction)
6.1.3.1. Each primary door latch system shall not disengage from the fully latched position
when a vertical load of 9,000 N is applied in the direction of the axis of the hinge
pin.
6.1.4. Inertial Load.
Each primary door latch system and auxiliary door latch system shall meet the
dynamic requirements of either paragraphs 6.1.4.1. and 6.1.4.2. or the calculation
of inertial load resistance requirements of paragraph 6.1.4.3.

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6.1.4.1. Each primary door latch system and auxiliary door latch system on each hinged
door shall not disengage from the fully latched position when an inertial load of
30 g is applied to the door latch system, including the latch and its activation
device, in the directions parallel to the vehicle's longitudinal and transverse axes
with the locking device disengaged and when demonstrated in accordance with
paragraph 7.1.1.2.
6.1.4.2. Each primary door latch system and auxiliary door latch system on each hinged
back door shall also not disengage from the fully latched position when an inertial
load of 30 g is applied to the door latch system, including the latch and its
activation device, in the direction parallel to the vehicle‟s vertical axis, with the
locking device disengaged and when demonstrated in accordance with paragraph
7.1.1.2.
6.1.4.3. Each component or subassembly can be calculated for its minimum inertial load
resistance in a particular direction. The combined resistance to the unlatching
operation must assure that the door latch system, when properly assembled in the
vehicle door, will remain latched when subjected to an inertial load of 30 g in the
vehicle directions specified in paragraphs 6.1.4.1. and 6.1.4.2., as applicable, in
accordance with paragraph 7.1.1.2.
6.1.5. Door Hinges
6.1.5.1. Each door hinge system shall:
(a) support the door,
(b) not separate when a longitudinal load of 11,000 N is applied,
(c) not separate when a transverse load of 9,000 N is applied, and
(d) On doors which open in a vertical direction, not separate when a vertical load
of 9,000 N is applied.
6.1.5.2. All tests required by paragraph 6.1.5.1. are conducted in accordance with
paragraph 7.1.2.
6.1.5.3. If a single hinge within the hinge system is tested instead of the entire hinge
system, the hinge must bear a load proportional to the total number of hinges in the
hinge system.
6.1.5.4. On side doors with rear mounted hinges that can be operated independently of
other doors,
(a) the interior door handle shall be inoperative when the speed of the vehicle is
greater than or equal to 4 km/h, and
(b) a door closure warning system shall be provided for those doors.
6.2. Sliding Side Doors
6.2.1. Load Test One
6.2.1.1 At least one door latch system, when in the fully latched position, shall not separate
when a load of 11,000 N is applied in the direction perpendicular to the face of the
latch, when tested in accordance with paragraph 7.2.1.1.
6.2.1.2. In the case of a primary door latch system, when in the secondary latched position,
the door latch system shall not separate when a load of 4,500 N is applied in the
same direction as in paragraph 6.2.1.1., when tested in accordance with

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paragraph 7.2.1.1.
6.2.2. Load Test Two
6.2.2.1. At least one door latch system, when in the fully latched position, shall not separate
when a load of 9,000 N is applied in the direction of the fork-bolt opening and
parallel to the face of the latch when tested in accordance with paragraph 7.2.1.1.
6.2.2.2. In the case of a primary door latch system, when in the secondary latched position,
the primary latch system shall not separate when a load of 4,500 N is applied in the
same direction as paragraph 6.2.2.1., when tested in accordance with
paragraph 7.2.1.1.
6.2.3. Inertial Load
Each door latch system meeting the requirements of paragraphs 6.2.1. and 6.2.2.
shall meet the dynamic requirements of either paragraph 6.2.3.1. or the calculation
of inertial requirements of paragraph 6.2.3.2.
6.2.3.1. The door latch system shall not disengage from the fully latched position when an
inertial load of 30 g is applied to the door latch system, including the latch and its
activation device, in the directions parallel to the vehicle's longitudinal and
transversal axes with the locking device disengaged and when tested in accordance
with paragraph 7.2.1.2.
6.2.3.2. The minimum inertial load resistance can be calculated for each component or
subassembly. Their combined resistance to the unlatching operation must assure
that the door latch system, when properly assembled in the vehicle door, will
remain latched when subjected to an inertial load of 30 g in the vehicle directions
specified in paragraph 6.2.1. or 6.2.2., as applicable, in accordance with paragraph
7.2.1.2.
6.2.4. Door System
6.2.4.1. The track and slide combination or other supporting means for each sliding door,
while in the closed fully latched position, shall not separate from the door frame
when a total force of 18,000 N along the vehicle transverse axis is applied to the
door in accordance with paragraph 7.2.2.
6.2.4.2. The sliding door, when tested in accordance with paragraph 7.2.2., fails this
requirement if any one of the following occurs:
6.2.4.2.1. A separation which permits a sphere with a diameter of 100 mm to pass
unobstructed from the interior of the vehicle to the exterior of the vehicle, while the
required force is maintained.
6.2.4.2.2. Either force application device reaches a total displacement of 300 mm.
6.3. Door Locks
6.3.1. Each door shall be equipped with at least one locking device which, when engaged,
shall prevent operation of the exterior door handle or other exterior latch release
control and which has an operating means and a lock release/engagement device
located within the interior of the vehicle.

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6.3.2. Rear side doors.

Each rear side door shall be equipped with at least one locking device which, when
engaged, prevents operation of the interior door handle or other interior latch
release control and requires separate actions to unlock the door and operate the
interior door handle or other interior latch release control.
6.3.2.1. The locking device may be a:
(a) Child safety lock system, or
(b) Lock release/engagement device located within the interior of the vehicle and
readily accessible to the driver of the vehicle or an occupant seated adjacent to the
door.
6.3.2.2. Either system described in paragraph 6.3.2.1. (a) and (b) shall be permitted as an
additional locking feature.
6.3.3. Back doors
Each back door equipped with an interior door handle or other interior latch release
control, shall be equipped with at least one locking device located within the
interior of the vehicle which, when engaged, prevents operation of the interior door
handle or other interior latch release control and requires separate actions to unlock
the door and operate the interior door handle or other interior latch release control."

7. TEST PROCEDURES
7.1. Hinged Doors
7.1.1. Door Latches
7.1.1.1. Load Tests One, Two, and Three, Force Application
Compliance with paragraphs 6.1.1., 6.1.2. and 6.1.3. is demonstrated in accordance
with Annex 3.
7.1.1.2. Inertial Force Application
Compliance with paragraph 6.1.4. is demonstrated in accordance with Annex 4.
7.1.2. Door Hinges
Compliance with paragraph 6.1.5. is demonstrated in accordance with Annex 5.
7.2. Sliding Side Doors
7.2.1. Door Latches
7.2.1.1. Load Tests One and Two, Force Application
Compliance with paragraphs 6.2.1. and 6.2.2. is demonstrated in accordance with
Annex 3.
7.2.1.2. Inertial Force Application
Compliance with paragraph 6.2.3. is demonstrated in accordance with Annex 4.
7.2.2. Door System
Compliance with paragraph 6.2.4. is demonstrated in accordance with Annex 6.

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8. MODIFICATION AND EXTENSION OF APPROVAL OF THE VEHICLE

TYPE
8.1. Every modification of the vehicle type shall be notified to the administrative
department which approved the vehicle type. The department may then either:
8.1.1. consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have appreciable adverse
effects and that in any case the vehicle still complies with the requirements; or
8.1.2. require a further test report from the technical service responsible for conducting
the tests. Confirmation or refusal of approval, specifying the alterations, shall be
communicated by the procedure specified in paragraph 4.3. above to the Parties to
the Agreement which apply this Regulation.
8.3 The competent authority issuing the extension of approval shall assign a series
number to each communication form drawn up for such an extension.
9. CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
9.1. Every vehicle bearing an approval mark as prescribed under this Regulation shall
conform to the vehicle type approved as regards features capable of modifying the
characteristics of door latches and door retention components or the manner in
which they are fitted.
9.2. In order to verify conformity as prescribed in paragraph 8.1. above, a sufficient
number of random checks shall be made on serially-manufactured vehicles bearing
the approval mark required by this Regulation.
9.3. As a general rule the checks as aforesaid shall be confined to the taking of
measurements. However, if necessary, the latches and door retention components
shall be subjected to tests referred to in paragraphs 5.2. and 5.3. above, selected by
the technical service responsible for conducting approval tests.

10. PENALTIES FOR NON CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

10.1. The approval granted in respect of a vehicle type pursuant to this Regulation may
be withdrawn if the requirements laid down in paragraph 8.1. above are not
complied with, or if the said latches and door retention components fail to pass the
tests provided for in paragraph 8.2. above.
10.2 If a Party to the Agreement which applies this Regulation withdraws an approval it
has previously granted, it shall forthwith so notify the other Contracting Parties
applying this Regulation, by means of a copy of the approval form bearing at the
end, in large letters, the signed and dated annotation "APPROVAL
WITHDRAWN”.

11. PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED

If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a type of vehicle
under this Regulation, he shall so inform the authority which granted the approval.
Upon receiving the relevant communication that authority shall inform thereof the
other Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation by means of a copy of the
approval form bearing at the end, in large letters, the signed and dated annotation:
"PRODUCTION DISCONTINUED”.

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12. NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE FOR

CONDUCTING APPROVAL TESTS AND OF ADMINISTRATIVE
DEPARTMENTS
The Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation shall communicate to the
United Nations Secretariat the names and addresses of the technical services
responsible for conducting approval tests and of the administrative departments
which grant approval and to which forms certifying approval or refusal or
withdrawal of approval, issued in other countries, are to be sent.

13. TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS

13.1. As from the official date of entry into force of the 03 series of amendments, no
Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse to grant approval under this
Regulation as amended by the 03 series of amendments.
13.2. Until 12 August 2012, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall continue
to grant approvals to those types of vehicles which comply with the requirements
of this Regulation as amended by the preceding series of amendments.
13.3. As from 12 August 2012, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall grant
approvals only if the vehicle type to be approved meets the requirements of this
Regulation as amended by the 03 series of amendments.
13.4. No Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse national or regional
type-approval of a vehicle type approved to the 03 series of amendments to this
Regulation.
13.5. Until 12 August 2012, no Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse
national or regional type-approval of a vehicle type-approved to the preceding
series of amendments to this Regulation.
13.6. As from 12 August 2012, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation may refuse
first national or regional registration (first entry into service) of a vehicle which
does not meet the requirements of the 03 series of amendments to this Regulation.
13.7. As from 12 August 2012, approvals to this Regulation shall cease to be valid,
except in the case of vehicle types which comply with the requirements of this
Regulation as amended by the 03 series of amendments.

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Annex 1
(Maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))

2/

Communication concerning: - the approval,

- the refusal of approval,
- the extension of approval,
- the approval withdrawn,
- the production definitely, discontinued.1/

of a vehicle type with regard to door latches and door retention components
pursuant to Regulation No. 11

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

1. Trade name or mark of the motor vehicle: ..............................................................................

........................................................................................................................................
2. Vehicle type: ...........................................................................................................................
3. Manufacturers name and address: ..........................................................................................
4. Name and address of the manufacturer's representative (if applicable):
........................................................................................................................................
5. Vehicle submitted for approval on:
6. Technical Service responsible for conducting approval tests:..................................................
7. Date of test report: ....................................................................................................................
8. Number of test report:...............................................................................................................

the type of vehicle with the number of doors

9. Remarks: (sedan 2 doors, 4 doors - station wagon 4 doors ...)

........................................................................................................................................
10. Position of approval mark: .....................................................................................................
11. Reason(s) of extension (if applicable): ...................................................................................
12. Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn. 1/ : ..............................................................
13. Place: .....................................................................................................................................
14. Date: .......................................................................................................................................
15. Signature: ...........................................................................................................................
16. The list of documents deposited at the administrative service which has granted
approval is annexed to this communication and available upon request.
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1/ Strike out what does not apply.
2/ Name of the administration.

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Annex 2

ARRANGEMENTS OF APPROVAL MARKS

Model A
(See paragraph 4.4. of this Regulation)

a
E4 a
3
a
2 11R - 03 2439 a
3

a = 8 mm min.

The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned has, with
regard to door latches and door retention components, been approved in the Netherlands (E 4)
pursuant to Regulation No. 11, under approval number 032439. The first two digits of the
approval number indicate that the approval was granted in accordance with the requirements
of Regulation No. 11 as amended by the 03 series of amendments.

Model B
(See paragraph 4.5. of this Regulation)

E4
a
a a 11 03 2439 3
a
2
3
39 04 1628

a = 8 mm min.

The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned has been
approved in the Netherlands (E 4) pursuant to Regulation No. 11 as amended by the 03 series
of amendments and Regulation No. 39, as amended by the 04 series of amendments 1/.

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1/ The second number is given merely as an example.

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Annex 3

LATCH TEST FOR LOAD TESTS ONE, TWO, AND THREE, FORCE APPLICATION

1. Purpose

These tests are intended to establish minimum performance requirements and test
procedures for evaluating and testing vehicle door latch systems for their ability to
resist force loads in directions perpendicular to the latch face and parallel to the
latch face in the fork-bolt opening direction. For doors which open in a vertical
direction, the tests are intended to also establish minimum performance
requirements and a test procedure for evaluating the primary latch system in a
direction orthogonal to the first two directions. Primary door latch systems must
demonstrate the ability to resist applicable force loads in both the fully and
secondary latched positions; auxiliary door latch systems, and other door latch
systems with only a fully-latched position, must demonstrate the ability to resist
force loads in directions perpendicular to the latch face and parallel to the latch
face in the fork-bolt opening direction at the levels specified for the fully latched
position.

2. Test Operation

2.1. Load Test One

2.1.1. Equipment: Tensile testing fixture (see Figure 3-1).

2.1.2. Procedures

2.1.2.1. Fully Latched Position

2.1.2.1.1. Attach the test fixture to the mounting provisions of the latch and striker. Align in
the direction of engagement parallel to the linkage of the test fixture. Mount the
test fixture with the latch and striker in the fully latched position in the test
machine.

2.1.2.1.2. Locate weights to apply a 900 N load tending to separate the latch and striker in
the direction of the door opening.

2.1.2.1.3. Apply the test load, in the direction specified in paragraph 6.1.1. of this
Regulation and Figure 3-4, at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required
load has been achieved. Record the maximum load achieved.

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2.1.2.2. Secondary Latched Position

2.1.2.2.1. Attach the test fixture to the mounting provisions of the latch and striker. Align in
the direction of engagement parallel to the linkage of the test fixture. Mount the
test fixture. Mount the test fixture with the latch and striker in the secondary
latched position in the test machine.

2.1.2.2.2. Locate weights to apply a 900 N load tending to separate the latch and striker in
the direction of the door opening.

2.1.2.2.3. Apply the test load, in the direction specified in paragraph 6.1.1. of this
Regulation and Figure 3-4, at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required
load has been achieved. Record the maximum load achieved.

2.1.2.2.4. The test plate on which the door latch is mounted will have a striker cut-out
configuration similar to the environment in which the door latch will be mounted
on normal vehicle doors.

2.2. Load Test Two

2.2.1. Equipment: Tensile testing fixture (see Figure 3-2).

2.2.2. Procedures

2.2.2.1. Fully Latched Position

2.2.2.1.1. Attach the test fixture to the mounting provisions of the latch and striker. Mount
the test fixture with the latch and striker in the fully latched position in the test
machine.

2.2.2.1.2. Apply the test load, in the direction specified in paragraph 6.1.2. of this
Regulation and Figure 3-4, at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required
load has been achieved. Record the maximum load achieved.

2.2.2.2. Secondary Latched Position

2.2.2.2.1. Attach the test fixture to the mounting provision of the latch and striker. Mount
the test fixture with the latch and striker in the secondary latched position in the
test machine.

2.2.2.2.2. Apply the test load, in the direction specified in paragraph 6.1.2. of this
Regulation and Figure 3-4, at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required
load has been achieved. Record the maximum load achieved.

2.3. Load Test Three (For doors that open in a vertical direction)

2.3.1. Equipment: Tensile testing fixture (see Figure 3-3).

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2.3.2. Procedure

2.3.2.1. Attach the test fixture to the mounting provisions of the latch and striker. Mount
the test fixture with the latch and striker in the fully latched position in the test
machine.

2.3.2.2. Apply the test load, in the direction specified in paragraph 6.1.3. of this
Regulation and Figure 3-4, at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required
load has been achieved. Record the maximum load achieved.

900 N Load

Figure 3-1 – Door Latch - Tensile Testing Fixture for Load Test One

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Figure 3-2 – Door Latch – Tensile Testing Fixture for Load Test Two

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PULL
APPLIED LOAD TO BE ORTHOGONAL
TO PREVIOUS TWO LOAD CASES.

DOOR LATCH
ASSEMBLY

STRIKER ASSY.

ADAPT THE TEST FIXTURE TO THE

MOUNTING PROVISIONS OF THE
LATCH AND STRIKER.

PULL

Figure 3-3 - Door Latch – Tensile Testing Fixture for Load Test Three
(For doors that open in a vertical direction)

Figure 3-4 – Door Static Load Test Directions

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Annex 4

INERTIAL TEST PROCEDURES

1. Purpose

To determine the ability of the vehicle latch system to resist inertial loading by
means of a mathematical analysis of the component parts in their true car
relationship or by evaluation using a dynamic test.

2. Test Procedures

2.1. Option 1, Calculation.

2.1.1. The procedure described in this annex provides a means for analytically
determining the ability of a door latch system to withstand inertial loading.
Spring forces are the average of the minimum spring output in the installed
position and the minimum spring output in the release position. Friction effects
and work to be done are not considered in the calculations. Gravitational pull on
components may also be omitted if it tends to restrict unlatching. These
omissions from the calculations are permissible because they provide additional
factors of safety.

2.1.2. Calculation Consideration - Each component or subassembly can be calculated for

its minimum inertial load resistance in a particular direction. Their combined
resistance to the unlatching operation must assure that the door latch system
(when properly assembled in the vehicle door) will remain latched when subjected
to an inertial load of 30 g in any direction. Figure 4-1 is an example of the
components and combinations of components to be considered.

2.2. Option 2, Full Vehicle Dynamic Test

2.2.1. Test Equipment

2.2.1.1. An acceleration (or deceleration) device.

2.2.1.2. One of the following vehicles:

2.2.1.2.1. A full vehicle including at least door(s), door latch(es), exterior door handle(s)
with mechanical latch operation, interior door opening lever(s), the locking
device(s), interior trim and door seal.

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2.2.1.2.2. A vehicle body in white (i.e., vehicle frame, doors and other door retention
components) including at least door(s), door latch(es), exterior door handle(s) with
mechanical latch operation, interior door opening lever(s), and the locking
device(s).

2.2.1.3. A device or means for recording door opening.

2.2.1.4. Equipment for measuring and recording accelerations.

2.2.2. Test Setup

2.2.2.1. Rigidly secure the full vehicle or vehicle body in white to a device that when
accelerated together will assure that all points on the crash pulse curve are within
the corridor defined in Table 4-1 and Figure 4-2.

2.2.2.2. The doors may be tethered to avoid damaging the equipment used to record door
opening.

2.2.2.3. Install the equipment used to record door opening.

2.2.2.4. Close the door(s) to be tested and ensure that the door latch(es) are in the fully-
latched position, that the door(s) are unlocked, and that all windows, if provided,
are closed.

2.2.3. Test Directions (see Figure 4-3)

2.2.3.1. Longitudinal Setup 1. Orient the vehicle or body in white so that its longitudinal
axis is aligned with the axis of the acceleration device, simulating a frontal
impact.

2.2.3.2. Longitudinal Setup 2. Orient the vehicle or body in white so that its longitudinal
axis is aligned with the axis of the acceleration device, simulating a rear impact.

2.2.3.3. Transverse Setup 1. Orient the vehicle or body in white so that its transverse axis
is aligned with the axis of the acceleration device, simulating a driver-side impact.

2.2.3.4. Transverse Setup 2 (Only for vehicles having different door arrangements on each
side). Orient the vehicle or body in white so that its transverse axis is aligned with
the axis of the acceleration device, simulating a side impact in the direction
opposite to that described in paragraph 2.2.3.3. of this annex.

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2.3. Option 3, Door Dynamic Test

2.3.1. Test Equipment

The door assembly(ies) including, at least, the door latch(es), exterior door
handle(s) with mechanical latch operation, interior door opening lever(s), and the
locking device(s)

2.3.1.2. A test fixture to mount the door(s).

2.3.1.3. An acceleration (or deceleration) device.

2.3.1.4. A tether.

2.3.1.5. A device or means for recording door opening.

2.3.1.6. Equipment for measuring and recording accelerations.

2.3.2. Test Setup

2.3.2.1. Mount the door assemblies either separately or combined to the test fixture. Each
door and striker should be mounted to correspond to its orientation on the vehicle
and to the direction required for inertial load tests (paragraph 2.3.3. of this annex).

2.3.2.2. Mount the test fixture to the acceleration device.

2.3.2.3. Install the equipment used to record door opening.

2.3.2.4. Ensure that the door latch is in the fully-latched position, that the door is tethered,
unlocked, and that the window, if provided, is closed.

2.3.3. Test Directions (see Figure 4-3)

2.3.3.1. Longitudinal Setup 1. Orient the door subsystem(s) on the acceleration device in
the direction of a frontal impact.

2.3.3.2. Longitudinal Setup 2. Orient the door subsystem(s) on the acceleration device in
the direction of a rear impact.

2.3.3.3. Transverse Setup 1. Orient the door subsystem(s) on the acceleration device in
the direction of a driver-side impact.

2.3.3.4. Transverse Setup 2. Orient the door subsystem(s) on the acceleration device in
the direction opposite to that described in paragraph 2.3.3.3. of this annex.

2.3.3.5. Vertical Setup 1. (Applicable to doors that open in a vertical direction). Orient the
door subsystem(s) on the acceleration device so that its vertical axis (when
mounted in a vehicle) is aligned with the axis of the acceleration device,
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top to the bottom of the door (when mounted in a vehicle).

2.3.3.6. Vertical Setup 2. (Applicable to doors that open in a vertical direction). Orient the
door subsystem(s) on the acceleration device so that its vertical axis (when
mounted in a vehicle) is aligned with the axis of the acceleration device,
simulating a rollover impact where the force is applied in the direction opposite to
that described in paragraph 2.3.3.5. of this annex.

2.4. Test Operation for Options 2 and 3

2.4.1. A minimum acceleration level of 30 g shall be maintained over a period of at

least 30 ms, while keeping the acceleration within the pulse corridor as defined in
Table 4-1 and graphically shown in Figure 4-2.

2.4.2. Accelerate the test fixture(s) in the following directions:

2.4.2.1. For Option 2 tests:

2.4.2.1.1. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.2.3.1. of this annex.

2.4.2.1.2. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.2.3.2. of this annex.

2.4.2.1.3. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.2.3.3. of this annex.

2.4.2.1.4. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.2.3.4. of this annex.

2.4.2.2. For Option 3 tests:

2.4.2.2.1. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.3.3.1. of this annex.

2.4.2.2.2. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.3.3.2. of this annex.

2.4.2.2.3. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.3.3.3. of this annex.

2.4.2.2.4. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.3.3.4. of this annex.

2.4.2.2.5. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.3.3.5. of this annex.

2.4.2.2.6. In the direction specified in paragraph 2.3.3.6. of this annex.

2.4.3. If at any point in time the pulse exceeds 36 g and the test requirements are
fulfilled, the test shall be considered valid.

2.4.4. Ensure that the door did not open and close during the test.

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Given:
Door latch system subjected to a
30g deceleration 30g deceleration
Average Push-Button Spring
Output Force = 0.459kgf
Pawl Spring Output Torque =
PIN “O”
0.0459kgf m
a = 30g (m/s2)
F = ma = m*30g = m*294.2

M1 = 0.0163kg d1 = 31.50mm
M2 = 0.0227kg d2 = 10.67mm
M3 = 0.0122kg d3 = 4.83mm
M4 = 0.0422kg d4 = 31.50mm
d5 = 37.59mm PIN “P”

d6 = 1.90mm
 denotes the cg of component

F1 = M1 x a - Average load on knob spring = (0.0163kg x 30g) - 0.459kgf =

0.03kgf

F2 = M2 x a = 0.0227kg x 30g = 0.681kgf

F3 = M3/2 x a = 0.0122kg/2 x 30g = 0.183kgf

Σ Mo = F1 x d1 + F2 x d2 - F3 x d3

= 0.03 x 31.5 + 0.681 x 10.67 - 0.183 x 4.83

= 7.33kgf mm

F5 = Mo/d4 = 7.33/31.5 = 0.2328kgf

F6 = M4 x a = 0.0422kg x 30g = 1.266kgf

Σ Mo = Pawl spring output torque- (F5 d5 + F6 d6)/1000

= 0.0459 - (0.2328 x 37.59 + 1.266 x 1.9)/1000
= 0.0347kgf m

Figure 4-1 – Inertial Loading - Sample Calculation

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Upper Bound Lower Bound

Time Acceleration Time Acceleration
Point Point
(ms) (g) (ms) (g)
A 0 6 E 5 0
B 20 36 F 25 30
C 60 36 G 55 30
D 100 0 H 70 0

Table 4-1 – Acceleration Pulse Corridor

Acceleration Pulse Corridor

40
B C
35
Maxim
F um G
30
Acceleration (g)

Minim
25 um
Lower Bound
20
Upper Bound
15

10
A
5
E H D
0
0 50 100 150
Time (ms)

Figure 4-2 – Acceleration Pulse

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X = longitudinal direction
Y = transversal direction
Z = vertical direction

Figure 4-3 - Vehicle Coordinate Reference System for Inertial Testing

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Annex 5

HINGE TEST PROCEDURE

1. Purpose
These tests are conducted to determine the ability of the vehicle hinge system to
withstand test loads:
(a) In the longitudinal and transversal directions and, in addition;
(b) For doors that open in a vertical direction, vertical vehicle direction.

2. Test Procedure

2.1. Multiple Hinge System

2.1.1. Longitudinal Load Test

2.1.1.1. Equipment

2.1.1.1.1. Tensile testing fixture.

2.1.1.1.2. A typical static test fixture is illustrated in Figure 5-1.

2.1.1.2. Procedure

2.1.1.2.1. Attach the hinge system to the mounting provision of the test fixture. Hinge
attitude must simulate vehicle position (door fully closed) relative to the hinge
centreline. For test purposes, the distance between the extreme ends of one hinge
in the system to the extreme end of another hinge in the system is to be set at 406
 4 mm. The load is to be applied equidistant between the linear centre of the
engaged portions of the hinge pin and through the centreline of the hinge pin in
the longitudinal vehicle direction. (see Figure 5-2).

2.1.1.2.2. Apply the test load at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required load has
been achieved. Failure consists of a separation of either hinge. Record the
maximum load achieved.

2.1.2. Transverse Load Test

2.1.2.1. Equipment

2.1.2.1.1. Tensile testing fixture.

2.1.2.1.2. A typical static test fixture is illustrated in Figure 5-1.

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2.1.2.2. Procedure

2.1.2.2.1. Attach the hinge system to the mounting provisions of the test fixture. Hinge
attitude must simulate vehicle position (door fully closed) relative to the hinge
centreline. For test purposes, the distance between the extreme ends of one hinge
in the system to the extreme opposite end of another hinge in the system is to be
set at 406  4 mm. The load is to be applied equidistant between the linear centre
of the engaged portions of the hinge pins and through the centreline of the hinge
pin in the transverse vehicle direction. (see Figure 5-2).

2.1.2.2.2. Apply the test load at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required load has
been achieved. Failure consists of a separation of either hinge. Record the
maximum load achieved.

2.1.3. Vertical Load Test (For doors that open in the vertical direction)

2.1.3.1. Equipment

2.1.3.1.1. Tensile testing fixture.

2.1.3.1.2. A typical static test fixture is illustrated in Figure 5-1.

2.1.3.2. Procedure

2.1.3.2.1. Attach the hinge system to the mounting provisions of the test fixture. Hinge
attitude must simulate vehicle position (door fully closed) relative to the hinge
centreline. For test purposes, the distance between the extreme ends of one hinge
in the system to the extreme opposite end of another hinge in the system is to be
set at 406  4 mm. The load is to be applied through the centreline of the hinge
pin in a direction orthogonal to the longitudinal and transverse loads. (see Figure
5-2).

2.1.3.2.2. Apply the test load at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required load has
been achieved. Failure consists of a separation of either hinge. Record the
maximum load achieved.

2.2. Single Hinge Evaluation. In some circumstances, it may be necessary to test the
individual hinges of a hinge system. In such cases, the results for an individual
hinge, when tested in accordance with the procedures below, shall be such as to
indicate that system requirements in paragraph 6.1.5.1. of this Regulation are met.
(For example, an individual hinge in a two-hinge system must be capable of
withstanding 50 per cent of the load requirements of the total system.)

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2.2.1. Test Procedures

2.2.1.1. Longitudinal Load. Attach the hinge system to the mounting provision of the test
fixture. Hinge attitude must simulate the vehicle position (door fully closed)
relative to the hinge centreline. For test purposes, the load is to be applied
equidistant between the linear centre of the engaged portions of the hinge pin and
through the centreline of the hinge pin in the longitudinal vehicle direction. Apply
the test load at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required load has been
achieved. Failure consists of a separation of either hinge. Record the maximum
load achieved.

2.2.1.2. Transverse Load. Attach the hinge system to the mounting provision of the test
fixture. Hinge attitude must simulate the vehicle position (door fully closed)
relative to the hinge centreline. For test purposes, the load is to be applied
equidistant between the linear centre of the engaged positions of the hinge pin and
through the centreline of the hinge pin in the transverse vehicle direction. Apply
the test load at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the required load is achieved.
Failure consists of a separation of either hinge. Record the maximum load
achieved.

2.2.1.3. Vertical Load. Attach the hinge system to the mounting provision of the test
fixture. Hinge attitude must simulate the vehicle position (door fully closed)
relative to the hinge centreline. For test purposes, the load is to be applied
centreline of the hinge pin in a direction orthogonal to the longitudinal and
transverse loads. Apply the test load at a rate not to exceed 5 mm/min until the
required load is achieved. Failure consists of a separation of either hinge. Record
the maximum load achieved.

2.3. For piano-type hinges, the hinge spacing requirements are not applicable and
arrangement of the test fixture is altered so that the test forces are applied to the
complete hinge.

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Figure 5-1 – Static test fixtures

Transverse Test

Vertical Test

Longitudinal Test

NOTE: VERTICALTEST
Vertical Test APPLIED
CAN BE IN EITHER ONE OF
THE TWO DIRECTIONS
THE
DIRECTIONS

Figure 5-2 – Static load test directions for doors that open in the vertical direction.

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Annex 6

SLIDING SIDE DOOR

Full Door Test

1. Purpose

This test is intended to establish minimum performance requirements and a test

procedure for evaluation and testing sliding door retention components when
installed on both the door and the doorframe. This test complements the
applicable tests in Annex 3 and Annex 4

2. General Provisions

2.1. Tests are conducted using a full vehicle or a body in white with the sliding door
and its retention components.

2.2. The test is conducted using two force application devices capable of applying the
outward transverse forces specified in paragraph 6.2.4. of this Regulation. The
test setup is shown in Figure 6-1. The force application system shall include the
following:

2.2.1. Two force application plates.

2.2.2. Two force application devices capable of applying the outward transverse load
requirements for a minimum displacement of 300 mm.

2.2.3. Two load cells of sufficient capacity to measure the applied loads.

2.2.4. Two linear displacement measurement devices required for measuring force
application device displacement during the test.

2.2.5. Equipment for measuring at least 100 mm of separation between the interior of the
door and the exterior edge of the doorframe, while respecting all relevant safety
and health requirements.

3. Test Setup

3.1. Remove all interior trim and decorative components from the sliding door
assembly.

3.2. Remove seats and any interior components that may interfere with the mounting
and operation of the test equipment and all pillar trim and any non-structural
components that overlap the door and cause improper placement of the force
application plates.

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3.3. Mount the force application devices and associated support structure to the floor
of the test vehicle. Each force application device and associated support structure
is rigidly fixed on a horizontal surface on the vehicle floor, while applying the
loads.

3.4. Determine the forward and aft edge of the sliding door, or its adjoining vehicle
structure, that contains a latch/striker.

3.5. Close the sliding door, ensuring that all door retention components are fully
engaged.

3.6. For any tested door edge that contains one latch/striker, the following setup
procedures are used:

3.6.1. The force application plate is 150 mm in length, and 50 mm in width, and at
least 15 mm in thickness. The plate edges are rounded to a radius
of 6 mm ± 1 mm.

3.6.2. Place the force application device and force application plate against the door so
that the applied force is horizontal and normal to the vehicle‟s longitudinal
centreline, and vertically centred on the door-mounted portion of the latch/striker.

3.6.3. The force application plate is positioned such that the long edge of the plate is as
close to, and parallel to, the interior edge of the door as possible, but not such that
the forward edge of the plate is more than 12.5 mm from the interior edge.

3.7. For any tested door edge that contains more than one latch/striker, the following
setup procedures are used:

3.7.1. The force application plate is 300 mm in length, and 50 mm in width, and at
least 15 mm in thickness. The plate edges are rounded to a radius
of 6 mm ± 1 mm.

3.7.2. Place the force application device and force application plate against the door so
that the applied force is horizontal and normal to the vehicle‟s longitudinal
centreline, and vertically centred on a point mid-way between the outermost edges
of the latch/striker assemblies.

3.7.3. The force application plate is positioned such that the long edge of the plate is as
close to, and parallel to, the interior edge of the door as possible, but not such that
the forward edge of the plate is more than 12.5 mm from the interior edge.

3.8. For any tested door edge that does not contain at least one latch/striker, the
following setup procedures are used:

3.8.1. The force application plate is 300 mm in length, 50 mm in width, and at least

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15 mm in thickness.

3.8.2. Place the force application device and force application plate against the door so
that the applied force is horizontal and normal to the vehicle‟s longitudinal
centreline, and vertically centred on a point mid-way along the length of the door
edge ensuring that the loading device avoids contact with the window glazing.

3.8.3. The force application plate is positioned as close to the edge of the door as
possible. It is not necessary for the force application plate to be vertical.

3.9. The door is unlocked. No extra fixtures or components may be welded or affixed
to the sliding side door or any of its components.

3.10. Attach any equipment used for measuring door separation that will be used to
determine separation levels during the test procedure.

3.11. Place the load application structure so that the force application plates are in
contact with the interior of the sliding door.

4. Test Procedure

4.1. Move each force application device at a rate up to 2,000 N per minute, as
specified by the manufacturer, until a force of 9,000 N is achieved on each force
application device or until either force application device reaches a total
displacement of 300 mm.

4.2. If one of the force application devices reaches the target force of 9,000 N prior to
the other, maintain the 9,000 N force with that force application device until the
second force application device reaches the 9,000 N force.

4.3. Once both force application devices have achieved 9,000 N each, stop forward
movement of the force application devices and hold under the resulting load for a
minimum of 10 seconds.

4.4. Maintain the force application device position of paragraph 4.3., and within
60 seconds, measure the separation between the exterior edge of the doorframe
and the interior of the door along the perimeter of the door.

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Loading application device

9000 N at the fore and aft ends
of the doors

Figure 6-1 – Sliding Side Door Full Vehicle Test Procedure

(Note: Sliding door is shown separated from the vehicle)

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Compilation Notes

COMPILATION NOTES
This compilation of Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 – Side Door Latches and
Hinges) 2006 includes all the instruments set out in the Table of Instruments. The Table of
Amendments provides a history of clauses that have been amended, inserted or deleted.

Table of Instruments
Name of Instrument Registration Commencement
Date Date
Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 – 12/05/2006 13/05/2006
Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006
Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 – 13/02/2012 14/02/2012
Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006
Amendment 1

Table of Amendments
Clause affected How affected Amending instrument
6.1 am Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 –
Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006
Amendment 1
7.1 am Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 –
Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006
Amendment 1
Appendix A rr Vehicle Standard (Australian Design Rule 2/01 –
Side Door Latches and Hinges) 2006
Amendment 1
ad = added or inserted
am = amended
del = deleted or removed
rr = removed and replaced
 = clause renumbered. This takes the format of old no.  new no.

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