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1 October 2020

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SECTION	CHANGE DESCRIPTION
4-1 Chassis frame	This change is to clarify that only an OEM rail could be considered like for like (as per the Rule)
6-3 Seats and seat anchorages	Link to the in-service VIRM seats and seat anchorages section added, with instructions that that section must be complied with
9-1 Drawbeams	From 1 October 2020, where a rating is not applicable ‘N/A’ must be stamped on the plate
9-2 Drawbars	From 1 October 2020, where a rating is not applicable ‘N/A’ must be stamped on the plate
9-3 Towbars	From 1 October 2020, where a rating is not applicable ‘N/A’ must be stamped on the plate
Technical bulletins
4 Modification thresholds for the Heavy Vehicle Brakes Rule	Wheelbase alteration removed from the ‘Modifications that do not require an LT400 by an HVEK’ table
16 Engineers’ responsibilities for modifications that may affect a heavy vehicle’s brakes	Clarification around allowed modifications