85.1713—Delegated-assembly exemption.

The provisions of 40 CFR 1068.261 related to shipping engines that are not yet in their certified configuration apply for manufacturers of heavy-duty highway engines starting in the 2010 model year, with the following exceptions and clarifications:

(a) The relevant prohibitions are in Clean Air Act section 203 (42 U.S.C. 7522 ), rather than 40 CFR 1068.101.

(b) References to equipment should be understood as references to vehicles.

(c) The provisions related to reduced auditing rates in 40 CFR 1068.261(d)(3)(iii) apply starting with the 2014 model year.

(d) The provisions related to supplemental labeling described in 40 CFR 1068.261(c)(7)(i) and (ii) apply starting with the 2010 model year.

(e) The engine's model year does not change based on the date the vehicle manufacturer adds the aftertreatment device.

Code of Federal Regulations

[73 FR 59178, Oct. 8, 2008]