Submission requirements for evidence of conformity for on-road motorcycles: appendices A to K

Official title: Submission requirements for evidence of conformity for on-road motorcycles in relation to the On-road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations made under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999: guidance document

List of appendices

Appendix A - Example of an EPA certificate

Appendix B - Example of a statement that the NEM is affixed

[Company Name]
[Insert Date]

Director, Transportation Division
Energy and Transportation Directorate
Environmental Protection Branch
Environment and Climate Change Canada
351 St. Joseph Blvd.
Gatineau, QC  K1A 0H3

Subject: Declaration that the motorcycles covered by the EPA certificate bears the NEM for

20XX model year [motorcycle make and model]

(Engine Family: [engine family name], Permeation Family: [permeation family name])

Dear Director:

[Company name] has been authorized by Environment and Climate Change Canada to apply the National Emissions Mark (NEM) to their on-road motorcycles, as per section 151 of the CEPA and section 8 of the ORVEER. The authorization number assigned by the Minister to [Company name] is [authorization number].

[Company Name] attests that all motorcycles in the above referenced engine family, manufactured in, or imported into Canada, have the NEM affixed.

As the signatory of this letter, I, [name], certify that I am authorized to act on behalf of [company name] concerning the 20XX [motorcycle model]. Should you have any questions in regard to the information provided, please contact [name, position and company name].

[Signature]

[Name]
[Title/Position]
[Contact Information]

Appendix C– Example of a Statement of compliance letter (equivalent)

[Company Name]

[Insert Date]

Director, Transportation Division
Energy and Transportation Directorate
Environmental Protection Branch
Environment and Climate Change Canada
351 St. Joseph Blvd.
Gatineau, QC K1A 0H3

Subject:  Submission of evidence of conformity pursuant to the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations for 20XX model year [motorcycle make and model]
(Engine Family: [engine family name], Permeation Family: [permeation family name])

Dear Director:

[Company Name] intends to sell a 20XX model year [motorcycle make and model], in Canada. Evidence of conformity is being submitted as per section 35.1 of the ORVEER. The subject motorcycle model is not covered by a certificate of conformity issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, but it may be considered equivalent to a motorcycle listed on a valid EPA certificate, as per section 19.1 of the ORVEER.

Standards to which the motorcycle conforms

The equivalent motorcycle has the same emission control features as the motorcycle tested to obtain the EPA certificate and has no features that could cause it to have a higher level of emissions than that certified motorcycle.

[Company Name]’s estimated Canadian sales is [number of motorcycles] motorcycles for this engine family and model year.

[Company Name] attests that all motorcycles of this engine family comply with all applicable standards set out in the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations made under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. Attached, please find [company name]’s evidence of such conformity, including a detailed description of the subject motorcycles. [Company Name] also attests that the motorcycles of this engine family are manufactured to the same specifications as those set out in the evidence of conformity and will be affixed with an appropriate vehicle emission control information label.

[Company Name] requests that Environment and Climate Change Canada acknowledge that the attached evidence of conformity has been obtained and produced in a form and manner satisfactory to the Minister.

As the signatory of this letter, I, [name], certify that I am authorized to act on behalf of [company name] concerning the 20XX [motorcycle model]. Should you have any questions in regard to the information provided, please contact [name, position and company name].

[Parts (as listed)] of the information supplied in this package is confidential.

[Signature]

[Name]
[Title/Position]
[Contact Information]

Encl.

Appendix D – Example of a comparison table for equivalent motorcycles

The following table is an example of the information required to demonstrate that a motorcycle could be equivalent to a model that is specifically listed on an EPA certificate.

* This does not apply to differences in production methods that would not affect emission characteristics.

Statements:

The equivalent motorcycle described above has the same emission control features as the motorcycle tested to obtain the EPA certificate and has no features that could cause it to have a higher level of emissions than that certified motorcycle.

Our Company has access to all records submitted to the EPA in support of the application for the issuance of the EPA certificate.

Comments / Additional Information:

Appendix E - Example of a statement of compliance letter

[Company Name]

[Insert Date]

Director, Transportation Division
Energy and Transportation Directorate
Environmental Protection Branch
Environment and Climate Change Canada
351 St. Joseph Blvd.
Gatineau, QC K1A 0H3

Subject: Submission of evidence of conformity pursuant to the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations for 20XX model year [motorcycle make and model]
(Engine Family: [engine family name], Permeation Family: [permeation family name])

Dear Director:

[Company Name] intends to sell a 20XX model year [motorcycle make and model], in Canada. Evidence of conformity is being submitted as per [subsection 35(1.1) OR section 36] of the ORVEER. The subject motorcycle model [is covered OR is not covered] by a certificate of conformity issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

[Company Name]’s estimated Canadian sales is [number of motorcycles] motorcycles for this engine family and model year.

[Company Name] attests that all motorcycles of this engine family comply with all applicable standards set out in the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations made under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. Attached, please find [company name]’s evidence of such conformity, including a detailed description of the subject motorcycles. [Company Name] also attests that the motorcycles of this engine family are manufactured to the same specifications as those set out in the evidence of conformity and will be affixed with an appropriate vehicle emission control information label.

[Company Name] requests that Environment and Climate Change Canada acknowledge that the attached evidence of conformity has been obtained and produced in a form and manner satisfactory to the Minister.

As the signatory of this letter, I, [name], certify that I am authorized to act on behalf of [company name] concerning the 20XX [motorcycle model]. Should you have any questions in regard to the information provided, please contact [name, position and company name].

[Parts (as listed)] of the information supplied in this package is confidential.

[Signature]

[Name]
[Title/Position]
[Contact Information]

Encl.

Appendix F - Technical information requirements

Cover page

Section 1 – Correspondence and communications

Identify person(s) both within and outside the company authorized to be in contact with staff from the Transportation Division of Environment and Climate Change Canada and who may be contact with regard to the submission. Identify areas of responsibility for each person listed, if applicable.

Section 2 - Statements

Section 3 - Engine family information

Exhaust emission control system

Section 4 – Exhaust Emissions Test Data

Provide the following information for all Emission Data Vehicles (EDVs).

Provide the following information for all emission tests. Use test procedures and calculation methods as per 40 CFR Part 86 Subpart F.

Compliance with applicable standards.

Section 5 – Permeation emissions test data

Provide the following information for each fuel tank.

Fuel tank compliance: certify-by-design option

Fuel tank compliance: emission testing option

Provide the following information for each fuel line.

Fuel line compliance: certify-by-design option

Fuel line compliance: emission testing option

Section 6 – Motorcycle model summary

Provide the following information for all models covered by this engine family.

Section 7 – Emission related parts list

Section 8 – Emission related maintenance instructions

Section 9 – Confidential information

Appendix G – VECI Label

A sample drawing or copy of the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label must be included in the submission of evidence of conformity for all motorcycles that are imported into, or manufactured in Canada and must contain the information provided in this section. The technical information presented on the VECI label should be in English and the compliance statement must be in English and French. The technical information required on the VECI label is consistent to that listed in section 35 of the ORVEER, which references section 413 of Title 40, chapter I, subchapter C, part 86, subpart E, of the CFR.

• a) A permanent, legible label should be affixed in a readily accessible location. Multi-part labels may be used;
• b) The label should be affixed in such a manner that it cannot be removed without destroying or defacing the label, and should not be affixed to any part which is easily detached from the vehicle or is likely to be replaced;
• c) The label should have lettering in block capitals and numerals and should be in a colour that contrasts with the background colour of the label;
• d) The label must contain the following information;
  1. The label heading shall read: “Vehicle Emission Control Information”;
  2. Full corporate name and trademark of the motorcycle’s manufacturer (optionally, the name of the Canadian company may also be included);
  3. Engine displacement;
  4. Engine family, permeation family and, if applicable, the evaporative family;
  5. Identification of the exhaust emission control system;
  6. Engine tune-up specifications and adjustments, as recommended by the manufacturer, including, if applicable: idle speed, ignition timing, and the idle air-fuel mixture setting procedure and value. These specifications shall indicate the proper transmission position during tune-up, and which accessories should be in operation and which systems should be disconnected during a tune-up;
  7. Minimum fuel octane requirement and engine lubricant requirements; and
  8. An unconditional statement of compliance: “THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED BY THE ON-ROAD VEHICLE AND ENGINE EMISSION REGULATIONS / CE VÉHICULE EST CONFORME À TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ÉMISSIONS DES VÉHICULES ROUTIERS ET DE LEURS MOTEURS.” (Optionally, the following FEL statement may also be included, if applicable: “…AND IS CERTIFIED TO AN HC+NOX EMISSION STANDARD OF [X.X] G/KM / …ET EST CERTIFIÉ À LA NORME D’ÉMISSIONS DE HC+NOX DE [X.X] G/KM)
• e) Paragraphs (vi) and (vii) may be excluded if the information is in owner’s manual. In such circumstances, the following statement must be on the label “See owner’s manual for tune-up specifications and fuel / lubricant details”.

Note that if the NEM is affixed as per section 8 of the ORVEER, then the Canadian compliance statement may be omitted from the VECI label for an equivalent motorcycle or Canada-unique motorcycle. In that particular situation, the VECI label should also be affixed to provide the necessary technical information (engine family, permeation family, engine displacement, exhaust emission control system, etc.). If a company decides to keep the Canadian compliance statement, it must be located on the VECI label. It should be noted that the NEM is generally required for motorcycles that are manufactured in Canada. Before affixing the NEM, the company must obtain the authorization of the Minister. For more information on the NEM, please contact Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Transportation Division at ec.infovehiculeetmoteur-vehicleandengineinfo.ec@canada.ca.

Note that the above requirements shall not prevent a company from also reciting on the label that such motorcycles of the engine family conform to any other applicable standards for new motorcycles or any other information that the company deems necessary for, or useful to, the proper operation and satisfactory maintenance of the motorcycle. Below is an example of an acceptable VECI label for an equivalent motorcycle or a Canada-unique motorcycle.

VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

[Company Trademark]

[Company Name]

ENGINE FAMILY:     [ΩΩΩΩC####ΩΩΩ]

PERMEATION FAMILY:     [ΩΩΩΩPαΩΩΩαΩΩ]

EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM:

ENGINE DISPLACEMENT:     [####] cc

FUEL OR ENGINE LUBRICANT REQUIREMENTS:

ENGINE TUNEUP SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS:

*THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED BY THE ON-ROAD VEHICLE AND ENGINE EMISSION REGULATIONS / CE VÉHICULE EST CONFORME À TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ÉMISSIONS DES VÉHICULES ROUTIERS ET DE LEURS MOTEURS

*If the NEM is affixed, the Canadian compliance statement is not required.

Where

α: are alpha fields
#: are numeric fields
Ω: are alphanumeric fields

Engine family name

The EPA guidance letter CISD-07-03 and CISD-15-19 outlines how to create an engine family name. Motorcycles are grouped into engine families based on expected similar emission characteristics, as described in section 420 of Title 40, chapter I, subchapter C, part 86, subpart E of the CFR.

Position 1: Model Year Codes

Use the list below to select the appropriate model year code for the engine family.

1. 8 – 2008
2. D – 2013
3. J – 2018
4. P – 2023

1. 9 – 2009
2. E – 2014
3. K – 2019
4. R – 2024

1. A – 2010
2. F – 2015
3. L – 2020
4. S – 2025

1. B – 2011
2. G – 2016
3. M – 2021
4. T – 2026

1. C – 2012
2. H – 2017
3. N – 2022
4. V – 2027

Positions 2-4: EPA 3-character alphanumeric manufacturer code

Insert the 3-character alphanumeric EPA manufacturer code assigned to your company. If your company does not have an assigned EPA manufacturer code, please contact Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Transportation Division at  ec.infovehiculeetmoteur-vehicleandengineinfo.ec@canada.ca.

Position 5: Industry sector codes

For on-road motorcycles, the industry sector code is “C” as per the EPA guidance letter CISD-07-03.

Positions 6-9: Engine displacement

Insert the applicable engine displacement for each engine family. Engine displacement units may be in liters (##.# or .###) or cubic centimeters (####). For dual or variable displacement families, enter the maximum displacement. If the displacement is given in liters, the decimal point counts as a digit.

Positions 10-12: Sequence characters

Enter any combination of valid characters in positions 10 through 12 in order to provide a unique identification for an engine family name. At a minimum, the sequence characters, in combination with the other characters in the engine family name, must provide a unique identifier for each engine family name for a manufacturer for each model year. Further, it is recommended that numbers and letters be selected that minimize possible confusion. The sequence characters themselves could be used to represent other information such as the applicable EPA or California emission standards, however Environment and Climate Change Canada will treat these as simple sequence characters with no additional meaning.

Permeation family name

The EPA guidance letter CISD-07-03 and CISD-15-19 outlines how to create a permeation family name.

Position 1: Model Year Codes

Use the list below to select the appropriate model year code for the engine family.

1. 8 – 2008
2. D – 2013
3. J – 2018
4. P – 2023

1. 9 – 2009
2. E – 2014
3. K – 2019
4. R – 2024

1. A – 2010
2. F – 2015
3. L – 2020
4. S – 2025

1. B – 2011
2. G – 2016
3. M – 2021
4. T – 2026

1. C – 2012
2. H – 2017
3. N – 2022
4. V – 2027

Positions 2-4: EPA 3-character alphanumeric manufacturer code

Insert the 3-character alphanumeric EPA manufacturer code assigned to your company. If your company does not have an assigned EPA manufacturer code, please contact Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Transportation Division at ec.infovehiculeetmoteur-vehicleandengineinfo.ec@canada.ca.

Position 5: Industry Sector Codes

For on-road motorcycles, the industry sector code is “P” as per the EPA guidance letter CISD-07-03.

Positions 6-10: For Metal Fuel Tanks Only

METAL – Metal fuel tank

If this permeation family has a metal fuel tank, insert “METAL” into positions 6 through 10 of the permeation family name and proceed to position 11 of the permeation family naming convention. If the fuel tank is any other material than metal, proceed to the description of position 6 below.

Position 6: Fuel Tank Material Type (for all materials except for metal)

P – Plastic
F – Fiberglass

Position 7: Fuel Tank Evaporative / Permeation Emission Control Strategy (for all materials except for metal)

0 – No Barrier
1 – Inherently Low / Zero Permeation Material
2 – Continuous multi-Layer with Permeation Barrie
3 – Non-Continuous Barrier Platelets
4 – Barrier Surface Treatment (e.g. fluorination, sulfonation)
5 – Other Permeation Control Technology

Positions 8-9: Least Thickness of Tank Wall or Least Weight Percentage (%) of Barrier materials within the Group of Fuel Tanks (for all tank materials except metal)

For tanks with no barrier (i.e., values of 0, 1, 4, or 5 for Position 7: Control Strategy), enter the least nominal tank wall thickness, rounded to the nearest millimeter (mm) in the format of 01 to 99.

For tanks with a barrier (i.e., values of 2 or 3 for Position 7: Control Strategy), enter the least weight percentage (wt.%) of barrier material within the group of fuel tanks in the format of 01 to 99.

Position 10: Fuel Tank Production Method (for all tank materials except metal)

B – Blow-Molded Tank
T – Thermoformed Tank
R – Rotational Molded Tank
J – Injection Molded Tank
O – Other Production Method

Positions 11-12: Sequence Characters

Enter any combination of valid characters in positions 11 through 12 in order to provide a unique identification for a permeation family name. At a minimum, the sequence characters, in combination with the other characters in the permeation family name, must provide a unique identifier for each permeation family name for a manufacturer for each model year. Further, it is recommended that numbers and letters be selected that minimize possible confusion.

Examples

Engine Family:

9XYLC.350ABC = Company XY has a 2009 model 350-cc, gasoline-fueled, Otto- cycle motorcycle.
9 = 2009 model year
XYL = EPA manufacturer code for XY corporation
C = on-road motorcycle
.350 = engine displacement of 350 in cubic centimeters
ABC = 3-character code which uniquely identifies the engine family name.

Permeation Family with Metal Tank:

9XYLPMETALA1 = Company XY has a 2009 permeation family with a metal fuel tank.
9 = 2009 model year
XYL = EPA manufacturer code for XY corporation
P = permeation family
METAL = metal fuel tank
A1 = 2-character code which is used by the manufacturer to uniquely identify the permeation family name.

Permeation Family with Plastic Tank:

9XYLPP202TC1 = Company XY has a 2009 permeation family that consists of a multilayer plastic fuel tank with 2% weight of permeation barrier of EVOH material and manufactured by thermoforming.
9 = 2009 model year
XYL = EPA manufacturer code for XY corporation
P = permeation family
P = plastic fuel tank
2 = continuous multi-layer with permeation barrier
02 = least barrier weight % of 2%
T = thermoformed fuel tank
C1 = 2-character code which is used by the manufacturer to uniquely identify the permeation family name.

Appendix H – Example of a Statement of Compliance Letter (Electric)

[Company Name]

[Insert Date]

Director, Transportation Division
Energy and Transportation Directorate
Environmental Protection Branch
Environment and Climate Change Canada
351 St. Joseph Blvd.
Gatineau, QC  K1A 0H3

Subject: Submission of evidence of conformity pursuant to the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations for 20XX model year [motorcycle make and model]
(Engine Family: [engine family name])

Dear Director:

[Company Name] intends to sell a 20XX model year [motorcycle make and model], in Canada. Evidence of conformity is being submitted as per [subsection 35(1.1) OR section 36] of the ORVEER. The subject motorcycle model [is covered OR is not covered] by a certificate of conformity issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The above mentioned [motorcycle model] is a battery powered fully electric motorcycle and is equipped with a [battery type] battery.

[Company Name]’s estimated Canadian sales is [number of motorcycles] motorcycles for this engine family and model year.

[Company Name] attests that all motorcycles of this engine family comply with all applicable standards set out in the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations made under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999. Attached, please find [company name]’s evidence of such conformity, including a detailed description of the subject motorcycles. [Company Name] also attests that the motorcycles of this engine family are manufactured to the same specifications as those set out in the evidence of conformity and will be affixed with an appropriate vehicle emission control information label.

[Company Name] requests that Environment and Climate Change Canada acknowledge that the attached evidence of conformity has been obtained and produced in a form and manner satisfactory to the Minister.

As the signatory of this letter, I, [name], certify that I am authorized to act on behalf of [company name] concerning the 20XX [motorcycle model]. Should you have any questions in regard to the information provided, please contact [name, position and company name].

[Parts (as listed)] of the information supplied in this package is confidential.

[Signature]

[Name]
[Title/Position]
[Contact Information]

Encl.

Appendix I – Technical information requirements (electric)

Cover Page

Section 1 – Correspondence and communications

Identify person(s) both within and outside the company authorized to be in contact with staff from the Transportation Division of Environment and Climate Change Canada and who may be contact with regard to the submission. Identify areas of responsibility for each person listed, if applicable.

Section 2 – Statements

Section 3 – Engine family information: motorcycle

Section 3 – Engine family information: battery pack(s) for driving power

Section 4 – Motorcycle model summary

Section 5 – Motorcycle parts list

Section 6 – Confidential information

Appendix J – VECI label (electric)

A sample drawing or copy of the Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label must be included in the submission of evidence of conformity for all motorcycles that are imported into, or manufactured in Canada and must contain the information provided in this section. The technical information presented on the VECI label should be in English and the compliance statement must be in English and French. For the case of battery powered fully electric motorcycles, the labeling information has been modified from the requirements listed in section 413 of Title 40, chapter I, subchapter C, part 86, subpart E of the CFR.

• a) A permanent, legible label should be affixed in a readily accessible location. Multi-part labels may be used;
• b) The label should be affixed in such a manner that it cannot be removed without destroying or defacing the label, and should not be affixed to any part which is easily detached from the vehicle or is likely to be replaced;
• c) The label must have lettering in block capitals and numerals and should be in a colour that contrasts with the background colour of the label;
• d) The label must contain the following information;
  1. The label heading shall read: “Vehicle Emission Control Information”;
  2. Full corporate name and trademark of the motorcycle’s manufacturer (optionally, the name of the Canadian company may also be included);
  3. Engine Family name;
  4. Identification of the exhaust emission control system must be: “Battery-only electric vehicle”; and
  5. An unconditional statement of compliance: “THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED BY THE ON-ROAD VEHICLE AND ENGINE EMISSION REGULATIONS / CE VÉHICULE EST CONFORME À TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ÉMISSIONS DES VÉHICULES ROUTIERS ET DE LEURS MOTEURS.”

Note that if the NEM is affixed as per section 8 of the ORVEER, then the Canadian compliance statement may be omitted from the VECI label for an equivalent motorcycle or Canada-unique motorcycle. In that particular situation, the VECI label should also be affixed to provide the necessary technical information (engine family, exhaust emission control system, etc.). If a company decides to keep the Canadian compliance statement, it must be located on the VECI label. It should be noted that the NEM is generally required for motorcycles that are manufactured in Canada. Before affixing the NEM, the company must obtain the authorization of the Minister. For more information on the NEM, please contact Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Transportation Division at ec.infovehiculeetmoteur-vehicleandengineinfo.ec@canada.ca.

Note that the above requirements shall not prevent a company from also reciting on the label that such motorcycles of the engine family conform to any other applicable standards for new motorcycles or any other information that the company deems necessary for, or useful to, the proper operation and satisfactory maintenance of the motorcycle. Below is an example of an acceptable VECI label for an equivalent motorcycle or a Canada-unique motorcycle.

VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

Company Trademark

Company Name

ENGINE FAMILY:     ΩΩΩΩαααααΩΩΩ

EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM:     BATTERY-ONLY ELECTRIC VEHICLE

*THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED BY THE ON-ROAD VEHICLE AND ENGINE EMISSION REGULATIONS / CE VÉHICULE EST CONFORME À TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ÉMISSIONS DES VÉHICULES ROUTIERS ET DE LEURS MOTEURS.

* If the NEM is affixed, the Canadian compliance statement is not required.

Where

α: are alpha fields
#: are numeric fields
Ω: are alphanumeric fields

Engine Family Name

For the purpose of creating an engine family name for battery powered fully electric motorcycles, the engine family information has been modified and is reflected in the section below.

Position 1: Model Year Codes

Use the list below to select the appropriate model year code for the engine family.

1. 8 – 2008
2. D – 2013
3. J – 2018
4. P – 2023

1. 9 – 2009
2. E – 2014
3. K – 2019
4. R – 2024

1. A – 2010
2. F – 2015
3. L – 2020
4. S – 2025

1. B – 2011
2. G – 2016
3. M – 2021
4. T – 2026

1. C – 2012
2. H – 2017
3. N – 2022
4. V – 2027

Positions 2-4: EPA 3-character alphanumeric manufacturer code

Insert the 3-character alphanumeric EPA manufacturer code assigned to your company. If your company does not have an assigned EPA manufacturer code, please contact Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Transportation Division at ec.infovehiculeetmoteur-vehicleandengineinfo.ec@canada.ca.

Position 5: Industry Sector Codes

For on-road motorcycles, the industry sector code is “C” as per the EPA guidance letter CISD-07-03.

Positions 6-9: Battery Type

Use the list below to select the appropriate type of battery for the engine family.

LION - Lithium ion rechargeable battery;
NIMH - Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery;
LICO - Lithium Cobalt rechargeable battery;
LEAD - Lead- Acid rechargeable battery;
NICA - Nickel Cadmium rechargeable battery;
LIPO - Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery;
LIFE - LiFePO4, Lithium-iron phosphate rechargeable battery;
ZINC - Zinc-air full cell rechargeable battery;
OTHER - Please contact ECCC via e-mail (ec.verifications-des-emissions-emissions-verification.ec@canada.ca) if you use any other battery types that are not listed above.

Positions 10-12: Sequence Characters

Enter any combination of valid characters in positions 10 through 12 in order to provide a unique identification for an engine family name. At a minimum, the sequence characters, in combination with the other characters in the engine family name, must provide a unique identifier for each engine family name for a manufacturer for each model year. Further, it is recommended that numbers and letters be selected that minimize possible confusion. The sequence characters themselves could be used to represent other information such as the applicable EPA or California emission standards, however Environment and Climate Change Canada will treat these as simple sequence characters with no additional meaning.

Appendix K – EPA guidance letter: certification procedure for highway motorcycle engines

Visit the EPA website to view the guidance letter (PDF 190 Kb).