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(Non-legislative acts)
ACTS ADOPTED BY BODIES CREATED BY
INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS
Only the original UN/ECE texts have legal effect under international public law. The status and date of entry into force of this Regulation
should be checked in the latest version of the UN/ECE status document TRANS/WP.29/343, available at:
http://www.unece.org/trans/main/wp29/wp29wgs/wp29gen/wp29fdocstts.html
Regulation No 11 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE) —
Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to door latches and door
retention components [2019/1354]
Incorporating all valid text up to:
Supplement 2 to the 04 series of amendments — Date of entry into force: 28 May 2019
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 definitively discontinued
12. Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests, and of Type Approval
Authorities
13. Transitional provisions
ANNEXES
1. Communication
2. Arrangements of approval marks
3. Latch test for load tests one, two, and three, force application
4. Inertial test procedures
5. Hinge test procedure
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1. SCOPE
This Regulation applies to vehicles of categories M and N (1) with respect to latches and door retention
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components such as hinges and other supporting means on doors, which can be used for the entry or exit of
the occupants and/or can present the risk of occupants being thrown from a vehicle as a result of impact.
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 gain
ingress or egress (including ejection), or through which 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;
2.7. Additional protections
2.7.1. ‘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;
2.7.2. ‘Full locking system’ is a system that renders the interior door release handle or any other door interior latch
release control of any of the vehicles doors inoperable other than by operation of the system locks;
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;
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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 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.L 218/4 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
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 distin
guishable 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 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.
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 that are in the scope, except for
those on folding doors, roll-up doors, detachable doors, and doors that are designated to provide emergency
egress.
(2) The distinguishing numbers of the Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement are reproduced in Annex 3 to the Consolidated
Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3), document ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev. 6, Annex 3 — http://www.unece.
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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.
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.
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 tested 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 tested 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;
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(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 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.21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/7
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.
6.3.1.1. If fitted, a full locking system may only be activated when the ignition key is not in the engine running mode
and shall be installed in combination with at least one of the following measures:
(a) An alarm system with interior detection in accordance with Regulation No 116 or Regulation No 97, or
other equipment which is able to detect an occupant's movement. The setting of the full locking system
shall be prohibited where an occupant's movement is detected within the passenger compartment; or
(b) An acoustic warning device (e.g. horn) which can be activated from the interior of the vehicle in case that
the ignition is switched off and the full locking system is activated.
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) a 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.
6.3.3.1. The locking device may be:
(a) A child safety lock system; or
(b) A lock release/engagement device located within the interior of the vehicle and readily accessible; or
(c) A system which renders the interior door handle or other interior latch release control for this door
inoperative when the speed of the vehicle is greater than or equal to 4 km/h; or
(d) Any combination of items (a), (b) or (c) above.
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.L 218/8 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
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.
8. MODIFICATION AND EXTENSION OF APPROVAL OF THE VEHICLE TYPE
8.1. Every modification of the vehicle type shall be notified to the Type Approval Authority which approved the
vehicle type. The Type Approval Authority 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.
8.2. 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 Type Approval 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 9.1 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
and 6 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 9.1 above are not complied with, or if the said latches and door
retention components fail to pass the tests provided for in paragraph 9.2 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 DEFINITIVELY DISCONTINUED
If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a type of vehicle under this Regulation, he
shall so inform the Type Approval 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’.21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/9
12. NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF TECHNICAL SERVICES RESPONSIBLE FOR CONDUCTING APPROVAL TESTS AND OF
TYPE APPROVAL AUTHORITY
The Contracting 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 Type Approval Authority which grant approval and to which forms certifying approval or extension 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 the official date of entry into force of the 04 series of amendments, no Contracting Party applying
this Regulation shall refuse to grant or refuse to accept type approvals under this Regulation as amended by
the 04 series of amendments.
13.8. As from 1 September 2016, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall grant type approvals only if
the vehicle type to be approved meets the requirements of this Regulation as amended by the 04 series of
amendments.
13.9. Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall not refuse to grant extensions of type approvals for existing
types which have been granted according to the preceding series of amendments to this Regulation.
13.10. Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall continue to accept type approvals issued according to the
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ANNEX 2
ARRANGEMENTS OF APPROVAL MARKS
MODEL A
(See paragraph 4.4 of this Regulation)
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 (E4) pursuant to Regulation No 11, under approval
number 042439. 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 04 series of amendments.
MODEL B
(See paragraph 4.5 of this Regulation)
The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned has been approved in the
Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulation No 11 as amended by the 04 series of amendments and Regulation No 39, as
amended by the 04 series of amendments (1).
(1) The second number is given merely as an example.L 218/12 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
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.
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 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).21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/13
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).
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.
Figure 3-1
Door latch — Tensile testing fixture for load test oneL 218/14 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
Figure 3-2
Door latch — Tensile testing fixture for load test two21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/15
Figure 3-3
Door latch — Tensile testing fixture for load test three (For doors that open in a vertical
direction)L 218/16 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
Figure 3-4
Door static load test directions21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/17
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.
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.L 218/18 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
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.
2.3. Option 3, Door dynamic test
2.3.1. Test equipment
2.3.1.1. 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, simulating a rollover impact where the force is applied in the direction from the 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.21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/19
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.
Figure 4-1
Inertial loading — Sample calculation
Given:
Door latch system subjected to a 30 g
deceleration
Average Push-Button Spring Output Force =
0,459 kgf
Pawl Spring Output Torque = 0,0459 kgf m
a = 30g (m/s2)
F = ma = m × 30g = m × 294,2
M = 0,0163 kg d = 31,50 mm
1 1
M = 0,0227 kg d = 10,67 mm
2 2
M = 0,0122 kg d = 4,83 mm
3 3
M = 0,0422 kg d = 31,50 mm
4 4
d = 37,59 mm
5
d = 1,90 mm
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F = M × a – Average load on knob spring = (0,0163 kg × 30g) – 0,459 kgf = 0,03 kgf
1 1
F = M × a = 0,0227 kg × 30 g = 0,681 kgf
2 2
F = M /2 × a = 0,0122 kg/2 × 30 g = 0,183 kgf
3 3
Σ M = F × d + F × d – F × d
o 1 1 2 2 3 3
= 0,03 × 31,5 + 0,681 × 10,67 – 0,183 × 4,83
= 7,33 kgf mm
F = M/d = 7,33/31,5 = 0,2328 kgf
5 o 4
F = M × a = 0,0422 kg × 30 g = 1,266 kgf
6 4
Σ M = Pawl spring output torque- (F d + F d )/1 000
o 5 5 6 6
= 0,0459 – (0,2328 × 37,59 + 1,266 × 1,9)/1 000
= 0,0347 kgf m
Table 4-1
Acceleration pulse corridor
Upper Bound Lower Bound
Acceleration Acceleration
Point Time (ms) Point Time (ms)
(g) (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
Figure 4-2
Acceleration pulse21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/21
Figure 4-3
Vehicle coordinate reference system for inertial testing
X = longitudinal direction
Y = transervsal direction
Z = vertical directionL 218/22 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
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.
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).21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/23
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.)
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.L 218/24 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
Figure 5-1
Static test fixtures
Figure 5-2
Static load test directions for doors that open in the vertical direction21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/25
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.
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.L 218/26 EN Official Journal of the European Union 21.8.2019
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 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.21.8.2019 EN Official Journal of the European Union L 218/27
Figure 6-1
Sliding side door full vehicle test procedure
(Note: Sliding door is shown separated from the vehicle)