Section 2424 - Emission Control Labels-1996 and Later off-Road Compression-Ignition Engines(a)Purpose. The Air Resources Board recognizes that certain emissions-critical or emissions-related parts must be properly identified and maintained in order for engines to meet the applicable emission standards. The purpose of these specifications is to require engine manufacturers to affix a label (or labels) on each production engine (or equipment) to provide the engine or equipment owner and service mechanic with information necessary for the proper maintenance of these parts in customer use. For engines used in auxiliary power systems which, in turn, are used to comply with the diesel-fueled commercial vehicle idling requirements of title 13, CCR, section 2485(c)(3)(A), additional labeling requirements for the engine or equipment manufacturers apply, as set forth in section 35.B.4 of the "California Exhaust Emission Standards and Test Procedures for 2004 and Subsequent Model Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines and Vehicles," as incorporated by reference in title 13, CCR, section 1956.8(b).(b)Applicability.(1) These specifications shall apply to 1996-1999 model year heavy-duty off-road compression-ignition engines, which have been certified to the applicable emission standards pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 43013.(2) These specifications shall apply to 2000 and later model year compression-ignition engines, which have been certified to the applicable emission standards pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 43013.(3) Engine manufacturers who have certified such engines shall be responsible for complying with these specifications.(c)Label Content and Location.(1) For 1996-1999 heavy-duty off-road compression-ignition engines:(A) A tune-up label shall be permanently attached to the engine block or other major component in such a way that it will be readily visible after installation of the engine in the equipment. If the equipment obscures the label on the engine, the equipment manufacturer shall attach a supplemental label such that it is readily visible.(B) In selecting an acceptable location, the manufacturer shall consider the possibility of accidental damage (e.g., possibility of tools or sharp instruments coming in contact with the label). Each label shall be affixed in such a manner that it cannot be removed without destroying or defacing the label, and shall not be affixed to any part which is likely to be replaced during the equipment's useful life. The label(s) shall not be affixed to any component which is easily detached from the engine.(C) In addition, an engine serial number shall be stamped on the engine block or stamped on a metal label riveted to the engine block. Engine manufacturers shall keep records such that the engine serial number can easily be used to determine if an engine was certified for the applicable model year.(D) The label shall be in the English language and use block letters and numerals which shall be of a color that contrasts with the background of the label.(E) The label shall contain the following information:1. The label heading shall read: "Important Engine Information."
2. Full corporate name and trademark of the manufacturer.3. "This (specify equipment or engine, as applicable) is certified to operate on (specify operating fuel(s))."4.Identification of the Exhaust Emission Control System. Abbreviations may be used and shall conform to the nomenclature and abbreviations found in the Society of Automotive Engineers document J1930 which is incorporated by reference herein [in Section 1977, Title 13, CCR], titled "Diagnostic Acronyms, Terms, and Definitions for Electrical/Electronic Systems."5. The specifications and adjustments recommended by the manufacturer, including, if applicable: initial injection timing, and fuel rate (in mm3/stroke) at advertised horsepower. These specifications shall indicate the proper transmission position, (if applicable), during tune-up and what accessories, if any, should be in operation, and what systems, if any (e.g., vacuum advance, air pump), should be disconnected during the tune-up. If the manufacturer does not recommend adjustment of the foregoing specifications, the manufacturer shall include in lieu of the "specifications" the single statement "No other adjustments needed." For all engines, the instructions for tune-up adjustments shall be sufficiently clear on the label to preclude the need for a mechanic or equipment owner to refer to another document in order to correctly perform the adjustments.6. An unconditional statement of compliance with the appropriate model year California regulations; for example, "This engine conforms to 1996 California regulations for heavy-duty off-road diesel cycle engines as applicable."7. Total engine displacement (in cubic centimeters, liters, or cubic inches) and engine family identification.(F)1. The manufacturer of any engine certified with a clean fuel (i.e., low-sulfur diesel fuel) shall at the time of engine manufacture, affix a permanent legible label specifying the appropriate operating fuel(s).2. The label shall be located immediately adjacent to each fuel tank filler inlet and outside of any filler inlet compartment. It shall be located so that it is readily visible to any person introducing fuel to such filler inlet; Provided, however, that the Executive Officer shall upon application from an engine manufacturer, approve other label locations that achieve the purpose of this paragraph. If the engine is manufactured separately from the equipment, the label shall be affixed to the engine and located so that it is readily visible. Such labels shall be in English and in block letters which shall be of a color that contrasts with their background.(2) For 2000 and later Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 off-road compression-ignition engines, the label content and location must comply with the requirements in Section 89.110 of the 2000 Plus Limited Test Procedures.(3) For 2008 and Later Tier 4 off-road compression-ignition engines, the label content and location must comply with the requirements in Section 1039.135 of the 2008-2010 Test Procedures or Part I-D of the 2011 and Later test Procedures, as applicable.(d) The provisions of these specifications shall not prevent a manufacturer from also stating on the label that such engine or equipment conforms to any applicable federal emission standards for new engines, or any other information that such manufacturer deems necessary for, or useful to, the proper operation and satisfactory maintenance of the equipment or engine.(e) As used in these specifications, readily visible to the average person shall mean that the label shall be readable from a distance of eighteen inches (46 centimeters) without any obstructions from equipment or engine parts (including all manufacturer available optional equipment) except for flexible parts (e.g., vacuum hoses, ignition wires) that can be moved out of the way without disconnection. Alternatively, information required by these specifications to be printed on the label shall be no smaller than 8 point type size provided that no equipment or engine parts (including all manufacturer available optional equipment), except for flexible parts, obstruct the label.(f) The labels and any adhesives used shall be designed to withstand, for the engine's or equipment's total expected life, typical equipment environmental conditions in the area where the label is attached. Typical equipment environmental conditions shall include, but are not limited to, exposure to engine fuels, lubricants and coolants (e.g., diesel fuel, motor oil, water, ethylene glycol). The manufacturer shall submit, with its certification application, a statement attesting that its labels comply with these requirements.(g) The manufacturer shall obtain approval from the Executive Officer for all label formats and locations prior to use. Approval of the specific maintenance settings is not required; however, the format for all such settings and tolerances, if any, is subject to review. If the Executive Officer finds that the information on the label is vague or subject to misinterpretation, or that the location does not comply with these specifications, he or she may require that the label or its location be modified accordingly.(h) Samples of all actual production labels used within an engine family shall be submitted to the Executive Officer within thirty days after the start of production.(i) The Executive Officer may approve alternate label locations or may, upon request, waive or modify the label content requirements provided that the intent of these specifications is met.(j) The manufacturer of any engine shall furnish to the Executive Officer, at the beginning of the model year, any engine identification number coding system which identifies whether such engine(s) are covered by an Executive Order.(k) If the Executive Officer finds any engine (or equipment) manufacturer using labels which are different from those approved or which do not substantially comply with the readability or durability requirements set forth in these specifications, the manufacturer shall be subject to being enjoined from any further sales of such products in the State of California pursuant to Section 43017 of the Health and Safety Code. Prior to seeking to enjoin a manufacturer, the Executive Officer shall consider any information provided by the manufacturer.(l) An emission control information label shall not be altered or removed from an engine, subject to civil penalty under State law, except that a dealer or distributor may remove an incorrect label, prior to the transfer of title of the engine to an ultimate purchaser, and replace the incorrect label with the correct label supplied by the certifying manufacturer or an authorized agent. For the purpose of this section, an incorrect label means an emission control information label that was affixed to an engine in good faith by the certifying manufacturer or authorized agent, but which fails to accurately describe the engine's emission performance as required under this Article due to unintentional or clerical error. In this context, good faith means an honest intent to act without seeking to gain an unfair advantage or to circumvent the regulations. Notwithstanding, an emission control label may be removed and replaced according to the labeling provisions for rebuilt engines in § 2423 (l). For new replacement engines manufactured in accordance with the provisions of § 2423(j), a dealer or distributor may affix supplemental labels, prior to the transfer of title of the engine to an ultimate purchaser, as allowed in § 2423(j)(1). Other provisions in § 1068.101(b)(7) of the 2011 and Later Test Procedures, Part I-E, may also apply.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 13, § 2424
1. New section filed 6-9-93; operative 7-9-93 (Register 93, No. 24).
2. Change without regulatory effect amending NOTE filed 12-22-93 pursuant to title 1, section 100, California Code of Regulations (Register 93, No. 52).
3. Amendment of section heading and section filed 12-28-2000; operative 12-28-2000 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 2000, No. 52).
4. Amendment of subsections (c)(1)(E)4. and (c)(2) and new subsection (c)(3) filed 12-7-2005; operative 1-6-2006 (Register 2005, No. 49).
5. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 10-16-2006; operative 11-15-2006 (Register 2006, No. 42).
6. Amendment of subsections (c)(2)-(3) and new subsection (l) filed 12-11-2012; operative 1-10-2013 (Register 2012, No. 50). Note: Authority cited: Sections 39600, 39601, 43013, 43018, 43101, 43102 and 43104, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 43013, 43017, 43018, 43101, 43102, 43104 and 43105, Health and Safety Code.
1. New section filed 6-9-93; operative 7-9-93 (Register 93, No. 24).
2. Change without regulatory effect amending Note filed 12-22-93 pursuant to title 1, section 100, California Code of Regulations (Register 93, No. 52).
3. Amendment of section heading and section filed 12-28-2000; operative 12-28-2000 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(d) (Register 2000, No. 52).
4. Amendment of subsections (c)(1)(E)4. and (c)(2) and new subsection (c)(3) filed 12-7-2005; operative 1-6-2006 (Register 2005, No. 49).
5. Amendment of subsection (a) filed 10-16-2006; operative 11-15-2006 (Register 2006, No. 42).
6. Amendment of subsections (c)(2)-(3) and new subsection (l) filed 12-11-2012; operative 1-10-2013 (Register 2012, No. 50).