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FMVSS compliance ________________ |
Since the mid Sixties, the United States through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has specified various standards that car manufacturers must adhere to if they wanted to sell their products in the USA. Until recently there was a huge difference between cars produced for the American market versus those for the rest of the World in terms of safety standards and exhaust emissions. However, that situation has changed significantly in the past five to ten years especially with regard to cars produced for the European market. The fact is that the MG TF has been crash tested by the European NCAP and awarded a four star rating. Their findings are shown below.
Replace speedometer with US-model component Replace headlight assemblies with US-model component Install US-model front and rear sidemarkers Replace tail light assemblies with US-model component Install US-model 3rd Brakelight Replace passenger side mirror with US-model component Install US-model key-ignition warning buzzer Reprogram the power window system to US-Specs Replace or modify door locks to met US-Specs Install seat belt micro-switch & warning buzzer Install US-model seat belt Install US-model Airbag-components [if not already so equipped] Install US-model knee bolsters [if not already so equipped] Perform engineering evaluation on door impact strength Modify and reinforce doors to comply with engineering Install a rollover valve in the fuel vent line Perform engineering evaluations on bumper strength Modify and reinforce bumpers to comply with engineering Install a vehicle identification number (VIN) plate Install VIN location label Install certification label Install tire information label Purchase DOT warranty insurance Photograph all original & modified parts [approx. 70 pics.] Document photographs to substantiate compliance Submit statement of conformity & compliance package to DOT in Washington Pay DOT eligibility fee Prepare vehicle and customs documents Prepare required package to obtain a US-Title | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||