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UN R162 — Immobiliser systems
Assess the immobiliser product and vehicle approval under their separate scopes.
Explore the scopeWhat does it cover?
UN R162 governs immobilisers intended for permanent installation and vehicle approval with respect to those systems. The category scope for product approval differs from the M1/N1 and mass conditions specified for vehicle approval. Approval for other categories may also be requested by the manufacturer.
Who is it for?
Immobiliser makers and vehicle security-electronics and integration teams.
Which subjects are addressed?
- Immobiliser product approval
- Vehicle approval
- Permanent installation
- Category and mass scope
Common question
Are the product and vehicle scopes identical?
No. Separate provisions cover immobilisers for permanent fitting to vehicles of any category and vehicle approval for specified categories.
Source documents and references
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