FIRST SCHEDULE
KNOCKED DOWN KITS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES
1.General Provisions(1)Except where otherwise specified in these Regulations, each individual part or sub-assembly shall be imported un-attached to other parts or sub assemblies.(2)Brackets, anchors or clinch nuts, clips and similar fasteners may be attached to parts or sub-assemblies in accordance with the provisions of paragraph (1).(3)Parts or sub-assemblies which have undergone any of the following manufacturing processes may be permitted—(a)the covering of metal with rubber or plastic material;(b)the bonding of rubber or plastic material to metal or glass;(c)bright metal plating; or(d)imitation wood graining.(4)Parts or sub-assemblies shall be permitted if joined or attached by any of the following processes—(a)automatic arc-welding;(d)hydraulic pressure-welding;(e)high amp spot-welding;(f)di-electrical welding;(g)thermal bonding process; or(h)automatic or multi-spot welding.(5)Parts or sub-assemblies not specifically mentioned in this Schedule may be imported in the condition supplied:Provided that the parts or sub-assemblies shall not be attached or joined to any other parts or sub-assemblies.2.Chassis frames(1)Where the chassis frame whether of box channel, tubular or other construction is in a form consisting of side, cross, cruciform or other members, each part of such member shall be imported adrift, except where each part of such member is welded or riveted together by the original equipment manufacturer.(2)Welded chassis frames shall be broken down into major subassemblies for welding in plant and all cross members and outriggers shall be shipped loose.(3)Riveted chassis frames shall be broken down into major subassemblies for riveting in plant.(4)Bolted chassis frames shall be broken down into major subassemblies for bolting in plant.(5)Where the conventional chassis frame is replaced by welded floor components such as seat risers, floor pans, wheel houses and toe boards instead of side, cross, cruciform or other members, such floor components shall, except where welded or riveted together, be adrift.3.Body or chassis panels, stamping and pressing(1)Cowls, scuttles, bulkheads or firewalls may be assembled, but shall not be surface treated in any way except with a coat of primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance.(2)The cabs shall be broken down to the extent that the following major items shall be imported as sub-assemblies—(h)grille surround panels;(m)windscreen surrounds; and(3)Instrument or dashboard panels, glove boxes and doors may be in the condition supplied by the manufacturer, but shall be devoid of all instruments and controls.(4)Windscreen frames may be imported with reinforcements or other attachments but shall be without glass.(5)Toe and running boards may be imported with reinforcements attached but shall not be surface treated in any way except with a coat of primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance.(6)Doors may be assembled with all internal fittings in position and may include deadeners or anti-drum materials but shall be devoid of—(b)window winding mechanisms;and shall not be surface-treated in any way except with a coat of primer or anti-rust preparation or substance.(7)Door pillars may be assembled with metal fittings in position.(8)Mudguards or fenders may be imported with holes made therein and reinforcements added but shall not be surface-treated in any way except with a coat of primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance.(9)Trunks, boot lids, bonnets or engine covers may be assembled with fitting and deadeners or anti-drum materials attached but shall not be surface treated in any way except with a coat of primer or other antirust preparation or substance.(10)Chassis and body panels, pressing and stampings not elsewhere provided for may be imported with holes made therein and reinforcements added and deadeners or anti-drum material attached but shall not be surface-treated in any way except with a coat of primer or other anti rust preparation or substance.(11)Roof panels, pressings or stamping that comply with these regulations may have drip moulding attached.4.Engines(1)Engines shall be unattached to any supporting sub-frames or chassis members but may be complete with—(d)final drive units where such units are incorporated within the engine housings.(2)Primary differential drive shafts and flanges may be fitted to differentials, where applicable.(3)Radiators, including radiator shells and mounting frames may be assembled.(4)Exhaust pipes and mufflers may be assembled, but not fitted together unless permanently attached.(5)Fuel tanks complete with filter housings and covers may be imported in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer.5.Controls(1)Steering boxes may have the shaft columns attached, but the steering wheels, gear linkages, if any, and electrical equipment shall be adrift.(2)Pedals and linkages may be assembled.6.Axles, brakes and suspension systems(1)Rigid or beam type of front suspensions shall have the following parts or sub-assemblies adrift—(a)front axle beams complete with stub-axles, steering arms and braking equipment;(c)radius rods and other steering linkages;(d)brake pipes and hoses; and(e)tie rods and other steering linkages.(2)In the case of multi-drive vehicles, driving front axles may be complete with differential, half-shafts, constant velocity joints and braking equipment.(3)In the case of brake shoes contained within a single brake drum being operated by twin slave cylinders, the bridging pipe connecting the cylinders may be left in position.7.Front and rear suspensions(1)The independent type of front suspension shall have the following parts or sub-assemblies adrift—(b)stub axles complete with wishbones, constant velocity joints, steering arms and braking equipment;(c)radius rods, anti-roll bars and other suspension linkages;(d)brake pipes and hoses;(f)springs excluding leaf springs.(2)In the case of McPherson type front suspension, the stub axle may be complete with integral shock absorber and springs.(3)In the case of brake shoes contained within a single brake drum being operated by twin slave cylinders, the bridging pipe connecting the cylinders may be left in position.(4)The rigid or beam type of rear suspension shall have the following parts or sub-assemblies adrift—(a)rear axle completes with differential half-shafts and braking equipment;(b)springs excluding leaf springs;(d)radius rods and other similar suspension linkages; and(e)brake pipes and hoses.(5)The independent type of rear suspension shall have the following parts or sub-assemblies adrift—(b)stub axles complete with bearing housings and brake equipment;(c)differential housings complete with differential and primary differential drive shafts;(d)radius rods and other similar suspension linkages;(e)brake cables, linkages, pipes and hoses;(h)springs (excluding leaf springs).(6)Single pivot and double pivot swing type rear axles, where the half-shafts are enclosed in pivoted axle tubes may be assembled.8.InstrumentsInstruments including the cables may be clustered but may not be mounted in the instrument panel.9.Miscellaneous materials, parts and accessories for motor vehicles(1)Miscellaneous materials, parts and accessories for motor vehicles shall comply with the following conditions—(a)anti-squeak and anti-drum materials may be cut to size;(b)weather strips may be in the piece;(c)glass shall be devoid of any attachments;(d)seat frames may be assembled but not upholstered;(e)upholstery or cushion springs may be loose or in cages; and(f)carpeting, upholstery, headlining, convertible tops and vinyl roof coverings may be in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer.(2)The following fittings and accessories may be imported in the condition supplied—(a)bonnet catch sub-assemblies;(d)window and door handles;(e)window winding mechanisms;(f)window support frames;(h)window glass channels;(i)window sash weather strip metal and felt;(k)door check straps, metal or other material;(l)door pulls and assist cords;(m)arm-rest sub-assemblies including hinges and support or brackets thereof but excluding upholstery;(o)electrical sockets and fittings;(p)cigar and cigarette lighters;(w)guiding and lifting adjustable seals;(x)guiding and lifting adjustable seat level slides and locking devices;(y)safety belts including fittings and anchorages;(z)upholstery wire stiffeners;(aa)ventilator window frames and operating mechanism including coal ventilator sub-assemblies;(bb)step plates (running boards);(cc)rubber engine mountings;(dd)stone guards and dust shields;(ee)ornamental mouldings and monograms including window reveals or garnish moulding to imitate wood;(ff)bolts, nails, nuts, rivets, tacks and washers, excluding U-bolt nuts and U-bolts as catered for under the exclusions;(gg)hinges and locks including hinger arm sub-assemblies;(ii)metal brackets, braces, supports, reinforcements;(jj)forgings, castings, anchor plates or nuts;(kk)nailing strips with nails inserted;(ll)tacking or trim strips; and(mm)boot cardboard panels.SECOND SCHEDULE
SPECIFIC BREAK DOWN OF COMPLETELY KNOCKED DOWN KITS
PART A - SPECIFIC BREAK DOWN OF COMPLETELY KNOCKED DOWN KITS FOR TRUCKS AND BUSES
1.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 3-trucks and busesThe requirements for completely knocked down kits under level 3 for trucks and buses shall be in accordance with the First Schedule to these Regulations.2.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 2- trucks and busesThe special breakdown level 2 of completely knocked down kits for trucks and buses shall be in accordance with the First Schedule to these Regulations save for the following—(a)the cab may be imported as a sub-assembly with the doors adrift, in the welded condition as supplied by the original equipment manufacturer but not dressed;(b)the cab may be surface treated with paint, primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance;(c)a monocoque body, chassis, cab or other metal or plastic assemblies which are welded or glued together may be surface treated with paint, primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance; and(d)vehicles with monocoque bodies shall be supplied not trimmed and the following parts shall be supplied adrift; the wheels, tyres, the suspension system, doors, windscreen, bonnet assembly, boot assembly, drive shafts, brake shoe assembly, exhaust system, front and rear bumper assembly, engine, transmission and body trims in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer.PART B - SPECIFIC BREAK DOWN OF COMPLETELY KNOCKED DOWN KITS FOR PICK-UP
1.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 3-pickupsThe requirements for completely knocked down kits under level 3 for pickups shall be in accordance with the First Schedule to these Regulations save for the following—(a)The panel components for the pick-up body and the rear bodywork shall be shipped loose, provided that the following may be shipped as sub-assemblies—(b)where stiffeners and brackets are required to be welded to panels to prevent damage during transit these sub-assemblies may be imported in this condition; and(c)the chassis longitudinal members shall be supplied in a welded condition but with the cross members and out-riggers supplied loose.2.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 2 - pickups(1)The special breakdown level 2 of completely knocked down kits for pickups shall be in accordance with the First Schedule to these Regulations, save for the following—(a)the cab may be imported as a sub-assembly with the doors adrift, in the welded condition as supplied by the manufacturer but not dressed;(b)the cab may be surface treated with paint, primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance; and(c)all chassis cross members and outriggers may be imported as riveted or welded together by the original equipment manufacturer. The chassis parts may also be imported treated with paint, primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance.(2)The authorized assembler assembling completely knocked down kits at this level shall work with local content suppliers to ensure localization of parts and components.(3)The authorized assembler shall facilitate technology transfer to local parts and components manufacturers to ensure quality of parts and components to be locally produced.PART C - SPECIFIC BREAK DOWN OF COMPLETELY KNOCKED DOWN KITS FOR PASSENGER VEHICLES AND STATION WAGONS
1.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 3 - passenger cars including station wagonsThe requirements for completely knocked down kits under level 3 for passenger cars including station wagons shall be in accordance with the First Schedule of these Regulations save for the following—(1)Body and ChassisVehicles with monocoque type bodies or chassis shall be supplied in sub-assemblies for arc or spot welding in plant.(2)The following sub-assemblies shall be imported complete—(h)grille surround panels;(m)windscreen surrounds; and(3)Where stiffeners and brackets are required to be welded to panels to prevent panel damage during shipment, these sub-assemblies may be imported in this condition.2.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 2 - passenger cars including station wagons(1)The special breakdown level 2 of completely knocked down kits for passenger cars including station wagons shall be in accordance with the First Schedule and the provisions under level 3 for passenger vehicles and station wagons in these Regulations, save for the following—(a)a monocoque body, chassis cab or other metal or plastic assemblies which are welded or glued together shall be surface treated with paint, primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance;(b)vehicles with monocoque bodies shall be supplied not trimmed and the following parts shall be supplied adrift; the wheels, tyres, the suspension system, doors, windscreen, bonnet assembly, boot assembly, drive shafts, brake shoe assembly, exhaust system, front and rear bumper assembly, engine, transmission and body trims in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer;(c)vehicles with chassis frame shall be supplied with the side members and cross members assembled together except the following which shall be supplied adrift; wheels, tyres, the suspension system, drive shafts, brake shoe assembly, engine, transmission, propeller shafts, front and rear axle assembly in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer;(d)chassis parts may be imported treated with paint, primer or other anti-rust preparation or substance; and(e)cab bodies for vehicles with chassis frame shall be supplied not trimmed and the following parts shall be supplied adrift; the suspension system, doors, windscreen, bonnet assembly, boot assembly, drive shafts, brake shoe assembly. exhaust system, front and rear bumper assembly, engine, transmission and body trims in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer.(2)The authorized assembler shall work with local content suppliers to ensure localization of parts and components.(3)Vehicles having a welded chassis frame shall have the chassis frame broken down into major sub-assemblies with all cross members and outriggers shipped loose. for welding in plant.(4)Authorized assembly using knock down kits level 2 for passenger cars including station wagons shall only be allowed for a maximum of two years per vehicle model.(5)The authorized assembler shall facilitate technology transfer to local parts and components manufacturers to ensure quality of parts and components to be locally produced.3.Provisions for completely knocked down kits under level 1 - passenger cars including station wagons(1)The special breakdown provisions for level 1 completely knocked down kits for passenger cars including station wagons shall be as follows—(a)a monocoque body, chassis, cab or other metal or plastic assemblies which are welded or glued together shall come fully painted with the final paint coat;(b)vehicles with monocoque bodies shall be supplied fully trimmed except the following parts which shall be supplied adrift; the wheels, tyres, the suspension system, doors fitted with glass, bonnet assembly, boot assembly, drive shafts, brake shoe assembly, propeller shafts, front and rear axle assembly exhaust system, front and rear bumper assembly, and the engine attached to the transmission, shall all come adrift in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer; and(c)vehicles with chassis frame shall be supplied with the side members and cross members assembled together except the following which shall be supplied adrift; wheels, tyres, the suspension system, doors fitted with glass, bonnet assembly, boot assembly, drive shafts, brake shoe assembly, the engine attached to the transmission, propeller shafts, front and rear axle assembly, front and rear bumper assembly, in the condition supplied by the original equipment manufacturer.(2)Components that have staining, bonding, lacquering, wood graining and riveting, are all allowed as supplied by the original equipment manufacturer.(3)Items that do not meet the categories stated herein above shall be delivered in the supply condition as provided for by the original equipment manufacturer.(4)The authorized assembly using knock down kits level 1 for passenger cars including station wagons shall only be allowed for a maximum of 2 years per vehicle model.THIRD SCHEDULE
PARTS EXCLUDING FROM COMPLETELY KNOCKED DOWN KITS
PART I
The following items shall not be allowed as constituting parts or sub-assemblies of the unassembled motor vehicles specified in the First Schedule and Second Schedule—(d)exhaust pipes and silencers;(e)leaf springs assembly and leaf springs;(f)U-Bolts, U-bolt nuts and central bolts;(h)in vehicle literature;(i)vehicle VIN plates and decals;(j)radio, USB, compact disc or DVD players;(k)automotive paints and painting preparation chemicals;(l)speed governors and accessories;(n)seat foam pads (polyurethane foam);(s)shackle pins for leaf springs;(t)windscreen, side and rear glass; andPart II
The following items shall not be allowed as constituting parts or sub-assemblies of unassembled motor vehicles specified in the First and Second Schedule—(i)canvas hoods, covers and screens;(k)sound deadening material;(l)pre-mixed metal pre-treatment chemicals;FOURTH SCHEDULE
COMPLETELY KNOCKED DOWN KITS FOR TRAILERS
(1)The following parts or sub-assemblies shall constitute the complete knocked down kits for trailers—(h)hydraulic tipping jack kits; and(i)manhole assembly, valves and pump kits for tankers or bulkers.(2)The axle and suspension in paragraph 1 of this Schedule shall consist of the following parts and sub-assemblies—(d)fixed and adjusters arms;(f)springs (parabolic, air and helical);(i)axle beams complete with stubs, studs, hubs, drums and braking equipment; and(j)steeling axles complete with stubs, hubs, suds, steering arms and linkages.
