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New regulations and developments are constantly emerging in the world of vehicle testing. These changes give rise to rumours and misinformation.

How can you make the right investment choices?
Which equipment will be compatible?

We have compiled a list of questions and attempted to provide simple answers and clarification based on our current understanding.

Running gear

As part of bringing the brake testers, skid testers and suspension systems into compliance with SR/V/003 RevD, do I need to replace the screen with a larger one, with a minimum size of 32 inches?
Answer: No. According to standard SR/V/003 RevD, only the font size (2.5 cm) and the minimum screen size of 19 inches are regulated. 

Does the WIN9010 software archive the tests carried out?

Answer: No. According to standard SR/V/003 RevD, the data is deleted every time the date changes. It is not possible to retain test data for more than one day.

Does locking the rollers using an electric brake cause damage to the motors?

Answer: No. This solution reduces the stresses and friction typically found in mechanical systems. A time delay helps to control overheating andprevent premature wear of the motors. This technique allows the rollers to be locked on demand and is essential for all-wheel-drive vehicles. It is used in conjunction with soft starters.

Programmes

When upgrading to NFR10-025 (2015 version), should I change the opacity cell in the smoke meter (CAP3200, CAP3201 or CAP3600 series)?

Answer: No. At present, the CAP3030 opacity cell is compatible with the draft future standard applicable to vehicle opacity testing. Updates will be required, in particular with the addition of modules (EOBD), depending on the original configuration. 

Are the technical details of Article 65 known? Do I need to equip myself with a 5-gas analyser? 

Answer: No. As things stand, the regulatory authority is investigating a number of options without having reached a decision. An electrochemical NOx sensor can be fitted to all gas analysers in the CAP3600 and CAP3201 series.

Lighting

Following the implementation of SRV041, will the CAP2500/2600 headlamp beamsetter become obsolete?

Answer: No. Whilst SRV041 rev B introduces technical requirements and calls for new features, the CAP2500 and CAP2600 series headlamp beamsetters are compatible. In addition to the beam adjustment for dipped headlights and fog lights currently tested, the device must be capable of measuring:

- beam adjustment for LED lights (in addition to the current halogen and xenon lights)

- beam cut-off on LED fog lights (in addition to halogen lights)

- whilst complying with the authorised operating distance, as indicated on the type plate

However, the proposal to measure lateral deviation or light intensity has been abandoned.

In anticipation of SRV042, should I replace the CAP2500/2600 headlamp beamsetter?

Answer: No. SRV042 now sets out in detail the procedures for the installation, calibration and maintenance of headlamp beamsetters:

- The running surfaces of the headlamp beamsetter and the vehicle must meet stringent flatness criteria, which will be verified by a maintenance company

- Should these surface condition criteria not be met, they may be corrected by an on-board compensation device known as an inclinometer.

All CAP2500 and CAP2600 headlamp beamsetters can be upgraded using an adaptation kit. For the most recent models, purchased on or after 1 July 2015, this will be provided free of charge.

Eobd

With the proposed future SR/V/037 F, will I need to replace my OBD reader (CAP4120/4220/4150/4250)?

Answer: No. The CAP4120/4220 series, which are type-approved for light vehicles and comply with the previous SRV standard, are not affected. They are considered compliant with the new SR/V/037 F specifications until therepeal of SR/V/037 E in March 2018; by then, the necessary work will have been carried out and type-approval obtained.

For the CAP4150/4250 series, which are type-approved for VL/PL, we have anticipated the release of SR/V/037 F by developing devices compatible with ISO 27145 (Euro 6 heavy goods vehicles). They are already compliant; an update is required to activate this. The certification process is currently underway.

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