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Interpretation ID: nht94-4.55

TYPE: INTERPRETATION-NHTSA

DATE: October 18, 1994

FROM: Jerry G. Sullivan, P.E. -- The Braun Corporation

TO: Mary Versailles -- NHTSA Office of Chief Council

TITLE: NONE

ATTACHMT: Attached to 1/9/95 letter from Philip R. Recht to Jerry G. Sullivan (A43; Std. 217)

TEXT: Dear Mary,

I am writing for a clarification to FMVSS 217. For non-school buses, GVWR less than 10,000 lbs, can the driver side front door area be used to help meet the unobstructed openings requirement? [Ref: 55.2.2(c) Doors]

I appreciate your assistance in this matter.

Sincerely