1.3.2 Vehicle modifications
Before starting work on the body, the body builder should check whether
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the vehicle is suitable for the planned body
the chassis type and the equipment also correspond with the operating conditions after the conversion.
Build dimension drawings, product information and technical data can be obtained from the relevant department or via the
communication system for the planning of bodies (see chapter 1.2.1.1 “Contact in Germany”, 1.2.1.2 “International contact” and 1.2.2
“Body builder guidelines, consulting”).
Furthermore, the special equipment available from the factory should be noted (see chapter 1.4 “Special equipment”).
Vehicles delivered from the factory comply with European directives and the national laws (except for some vehicles for countries outside
Europe).
The vehicles also need to meet the European directives and the national laws after the modifications have been made.
Information
Please note that a majority of the EC directives announced
to date have been annulled by Regulation (EC) 661/2009
“General Safety”. The EC directives have been replaced by
new EU directives or UNECE regulations with the same
corresponding content.
Practical note
Sufficient space must be provided in order to guarantee the
function and operating safety of the components.
Warning note
Do not modify the steering or brake system! Modifications
to the steering and brake system can result in these systems
no longer working correctly and failing. This may result in
the driver losing control of the vehicle and causing an
accident.
Practical note
Modifications to the noise encapsulation can have effects
which are relevant to registration.
1.3.3 Vehicle acceptance
The officially recognised appraiser or tester from the body builder must be informed about modifications to the chassis.
Practical note
Country-specific laws, directives and approval regulations
shall be observed!
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles – Body builder guidelines – February 2023 edition
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