Interpretation ID: nht88-2.35

TYPE: INTERPRETATION-NHTSA

DATE: MAY 31, 1988

FROM: M. ARISAKA -- MANAGER, AUTOMOTIVE LIGHTING, STANLEY ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

TO: ERIKA Z. JONES -- CHIEF COUNSEL, NHTSA

TITLE: NONE

ATTACHMT: MEMO DATED 8-10-88, TO M. ARISAKA, FROM ERIKA Z. JONES-NHTSA, STD 108

TEXT: We would like to know about the installation of an additional Rear Reflex Reflector (RR).

We are planning to install the additional Rear RR at the center portion of the rear face of cars in addition to present two Rear RRs required by FMVSS No. 108 Table III. (See attached drawing.)

The additional Rear RR will never impair the effectiveness of other lighting equipment required by FMVSS No. 108 Table III.

Kindly let us know your advice whether the above mentioned additional Rear RR is allowed or not.

We are looking forward to your reply.

Present two Rear RRs required by FMVSS No. 108 Table III

The Additional rear RR