Form 5900-258 Template for Light-duty Conversion Intermediate

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Overview

Instructions
Applicability
Data Form
Data Form (50k Standard)
Compliance Statements (du.e)

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Sheet 1: Instructions

Light Duty Vehicle/Intermediate Age Notification Package:

Instructions for Clean Alternative Fuel Conversion Manufacturers

This workbook contains data forms and compliance statements to be used by clean alternative fuel

conversion manufacturers submitting a light duty vehicle/intermediate age notification package to EPA.

The notification package includes test data, compliance statements, and all other information necessary

to support the intermediate age vehicle demonstration requirements set forth in 40 CFR Part 85 subpart F.

Please refer to the regulations for detailed compliance requirements. Intermediate age vehicles are defined

as being of a model year that is at least as old as the current calendar year minus two (MY < CY-2), yet

still within their regulatory useful life at the time of conversion. A conversion system becomes eligible for

exemption from the Clean Air Act tampering prohibition upon EPA receipt of a complete notification package.

Please note that the intermediate age notification process does NOT result in the issuance of a certificate of

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conformity.

The public reporting and recordkeeping burden for this collection is estimated to average 18,244 hours

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per response. Send comments on the Agency's need for this information, the accuracy of the

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provided burden estimates, and any suggested methods for minimizing respondent burden, including

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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (2822T), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington,

form.

Washington, DC, 20460 and to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Paperwork

Reduction Project (1910-1800), Washington, D.C. 20503. Include the OMB control number(s)

Entering Data on the ‘Data Form’ Worksheet

in any correspondence. Do not send the completed form to this address.

On the worksheet labeled 'Data Form', fill out all grey-bordered fields that are not shaded green. The

spreadsheet uses information from these fields to automatically calculate the green field values after the

corresponding button is pressed.

EPA Form Number 5900-258

OMB Control Number 2060-0104

Each notification package is identified by a unique conversion ID number. To generate a conversion ID

Expires XX/XX/XXXX

number, click the "Generate Conversion ID Number" button the first time you fill out the data form. If a

EPA ICR Number 0783.65

previous submission needs to be corrected and resubmitted, do not generate a new Conversion ID number,

but use the same number as in the original submission so that the corrected form will be recognized as a

correction to the original form.

Before clicking the button labeled “Calculate Scaled Multiplicative Deterioration Factors and Determine

Full Useful Life”:

- Make sure to select the correct full useful life (100K, 120K, or 150K)

- Enter the correct information into the blue-shaded fields

The cluster of green (computer calculated) fields in the data form worksheet show city and highway

federal test procedure results which indicate whether the vehicle meets applicable exhaust emission

standards.

Some conversion test groups may need to show compliance with intermediate useful life standards in

addition to full useful life exhaust standards. For example, conversion test groups meeting EPA Tier 2

standards for Bins 5-8 must comply with the appropriate intermediate useful life (50,000 mile) standards.

For these conversion test groups, you must enter the intermediate useful life test information and

standards. To do this, check the checkbox titled "Intermediate useful life standard applies," and a

second data form specifically for the intermediate useful life (50,000 mile) standard will appear. Fill out

all the fields on that form accordingly.

If you are converting model year 2012 or newer light duty vehicles and the conversion is subject to green

house gas standards, contact Martin Reineman at [email protected] and provide all necessary

data/reports as embedded documents at the bottom section of this sheet.

If your demonstration requirement includes evaporative emissions testing, please provide all necessary

data as embedded documents in the bottom section of this sheet.

Entering Information on the ‘Applicability’ Worksheet

After the ’Data Form’ worksheet is complete, use the ‘Applicability’ worksheet to enter the test groups that

these data will be applied to.

Compliance Statements

The submission form will generate compliance statements based on the conversion

type and conversion fuel selections on the 'Data Form' worksheet. These statements appear on the

'Compliance Statements' worksheet. Review the compliance statements and electronically sign and

date that sheet by typing in your name and the date. Note that if your selection for conversion type and

conversion fuel changes, the compliance statements may change. In this case, any signatures would

be erased and would have to be re-entered.

A complete notification package must include the appropriate justifications for these compliance statements

as well as all requirements in 40 CFR 85.515

Embedding related/supporting documents

All required notification documents required to be submitted as part of the data submission process must be

embedded in this worksheet (see 40 CFR 85.515 subpart F for required documents). To embed a file,

generally you would need to go to Insert -> Object -> Create From File (check the "Display as icon" box,

but NOT the "Link to File" box). After browsing for the appropriate file, an icon representing the file should

appear on this page. Click and drag the icon into the box below. A submission without all necessary

documents will be considered incomplete.

Embedded documents go here

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Sheet 2: Applicability

Light Duty Vehicle/Intermediate Age Notification Package: Clean Alternative Fuel Conversion Applicability

Conversion Test Group:

Conversion Evaporative/Refueling Family:

This conversion applies to the OEM test group and evaporative family combinations listed below

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OEM Test Group

OEM Evap Family

OEM Manufacturer

OEM MY

EPA: If multiple engine displacements, then separate with comma and space Displacement (L)

OEM Fuel

EPA: If multiple models, separate each model name with comma and space OEM Models

EPA Form Number 5900-258

OMB Control Number 2060-0104

Expires XX/XX/XXXX

EPA ICR Number 0783.65

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Sheet 3: Data Form

Light Duty Vehicle/Intermediate Age Notification Package: Clean Alternative Fuel Conversion Data Form

EPA: Data in this section is specifically for vehicle used in testing, not of vehicles that conversion could apply to. This data, in general, should refer to the pre-conversion OEM information for the vehicle. Emission Data Vehicle (EDV) Information

Conversion Mfr. Name:

EDV OEM:

EDV Model Name:

EDV Model Year:

EDV Test Group:

EDV Evap Family:

Test Number(s):

EDV Displacement:

EDV Transmission:

EPA: If you submit a corrected file, make sure the conversion ID between the old version and this version is the same. Conversion ID #

Odometer:

CYang: Not the standard of the OEM test group, but the standard that your conversion is testing to. Note that IAV submissions can only test to standards more stringent than the OEM standards, not less (e.g. if OEM configuration certified to Bin 5, conversion can test against Bin 4 standards, but not Bin 6). Testing to Tier II bin:

Useful Life:

Conversion Type:

EPA: If multiple fuels, enter in the format of "Fuel1/Fuel2" Original Fuel:

Converting to use:

FTP Test Information

NMOG gpm:

NOx gpm:

CO gpm

CO2 gpm:

MPG:

HCHO gpm:

Highway Test Information

NMOG gpm:

NOx gpm:

CO gpm

CO2 gpm:

MPG:

HCHO gpm:

Deterioration Factor, Standards, and Additional Information

NMOG Assigned DF:

NOx Assigned DF:

CO Assigned DF:

HCHO Assigned DF:

FTP NMOG 120K Std:

FTP NOx 120K Std:

FTP CO 120K Std:

FTP HCHO 120K Std:

HWY NOx 120K Std:

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NMOG Scaled DF:

NOx Scaled DF:

CO Scaled DF:

HCHO Scaled DF:

FTP 120K Results (120K Scaled DF Applied)

NMOG 120K gpm:

NOx 120K gpm:

CO 120K gpm:

HCHO 120K gpm:

Highway 120K Results (120K Scaled DF Applied)

NOx 120K gpm:

FTP Results:

HWY Results:

Evaporative/Refueling Data

Clean alternative fuel conversion manufacturers seeking exemption from the tampering prohibition under the

intermediate age vehicle program must submit data to demonstrate compliance with applicable evaporative

emissions standards and refueling standards. You must embed your evaporative/refueling emissions data in the

bottom of the instructions sheet. Please contact Martin Reineman at [email protected] to discuss use

of assigned deterioration factors or issues specific to your evaporative and refueling data.

For conversions to CNG-, LPG-, and hydrogen- fueled vehicles with a closed fueling system, in lieu of test data,

you may be eligible to attest that your test group complies with evaporative emission standards based on the

manufacturer’s engineering evaluation or appropriate testing and/or design parameters [40 CFR 86.1829-01(b)(2)].

Additional Information

EPA Form Number 5900-258

OMB Control Number 2060-0104

Expires XX/XX/XXXX

EPA ICR Number 0783.65

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Sheet 4: Data Form (50k Standard)

Light Duty Vehicle/Intermediate Age Notification Package: Clean Alternative Fuel Conversion Data Form

Intermediate Useful Life Standards and Calculations

This sheet is for entering intermediate (50,000 miles) useful life standards and calculating emission results

against it.

Deterioration Factor, Standards, and Additional Information

NMOG Assigned DF:

NOx Assigned DF:

CO Assigned DF:

HCHO Assigned DF:

FTP NMOG 50K Std:

FTP NOx 50K Std:

FTP CO 50K Std:

FTP HCHO 50K Std:

HWY NOx 50K Std:

NMOG Scaled DF:

NOx Scaled DF:

CO Scaled DF:

HCHO Scaled DF:

FTP 50K Results (50K Scaled DF Applied)

NMOG 50K gpm:

NOx 50K gpm:

CO 50K gpm:

HCHO 50K gpm:

Highway 50K Results (50K Scaled DF Applied)

NOx 50K gpm:

FTP Results:

HWY Results:

Additional Information

EPA Form Number 5900-258

OMB Control Number 2060-0104

Expires XX/XX/XXXX

EPA ICR Number 0783.65

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Sheet 5: Compliance Statements (du.e)

Light Duty Vehicle/Intermediate Age Notification Package:

Clean Alternative Fuel Conversion Compliance Statements

By electronically signing my name, I confirm/attest that I comply with applicable

regulations in 40 CFR parts 85, 86, and 1065. I also confirm/attest:

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I have submitted: a document that describes how the conversion system qualifies as a clean alternative fuel

EPA Form Number 5900-258

conversion; passing results from the required exhaust and evaporative emissions tests; OBD scan tool

OMB Control Number 2060-0104

results as applicable; and applicable exhaust and evaporative emission standards and deterioration factors.

Expires XX/XX/XXXX

40 CFR 85.515(b)(10)(i).

EPA ICR Number 0783.65

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I have submitted an OBD scan tool report, as applicable, showing results from the test procedures set forth

in 40 CFR 85. 515(b)(4)(ii). The results do not demonstrate a failed test. I have included the VIN number

of the test vehicle on the report. 40 CFR 85.515(b)(9)(ii).

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The test group converted to an alternative fuel has fully functional OBD systems (if the OEM vehicles are

required to be OBD equipped) and therefore meets the OBD requirements in 40 CFR 86, subpart A when

operating on the alternative fuel. The OBD system properly detects and identifies malfunctions in all

monitored emission-related powertrain systems or components including any new monitoring capability

necessary to identify potential emission problems associated with the new fuel. These include but are not

limited to: fuel trim lean and rich monitors, catalyst deterioration monitors, engine misfire monitors,

oxygen sensor deterioration monitors, EGR system monitors, if applicable, and vapor leak monitors, if

applicable. No original OBD system monitor that is still applicable to the converted vehicle is aliased,

removed, bypassed, or turned off. No MILs are illuminated after the conversion. Readiness flags are

properly set for all monitors that identify any malfunction for all monitored components. 40 CFR

85.515(b)(9)(i) and (iii).

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I attest that I have taken steps to ensure that fuel conversion systems will be properly installed and adjusted

such that the vehicle operates consistent with the principles of good engineering judgment and in

accordance with all applicable regulations. 40 CFR 85.515(b)(13).

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I have submitted a document that describes the conversion test group that is covered by this notification

based on the criteria specified in 40 CFR 85.520(b)(1) and (b)(2) 40 CFR 85.515(b)(10)(ii).

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I meet the criteria to qualify as a small volume manufacturer or this test group qualifies as small volume

test group, and is permitted to use EPA assigned deterioration factors. 40 CFR 86.1838-01.

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I have submitted a description of how the test vehicle selected qualifies as a worst-case vehicle under 40

CFR 86.1828-01. 40 CFR 85.515(b)(10)(i).

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I have submitted detailed information confirming the durability of all relevant new and existing components

and explaining why the conversion system will not harm the emission control system or degrade the

emissions. 40 CFR 85.515(b)(5).

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I have submitted examples of all labeling and warranty information. 40 CFR 85.530(d).

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I attest that the test group converted to an alternative fuel has properly exercised the optional and applicable

statements of compliance or waivers in the certification regulations in 40 CFR part 86, subparts B, and S

and 40 CFR part1065. 40 CFR 85.515(b)(10)(iii)(A).

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I attest that based on an engineering evaluation of appropriate high-altitude emission testing, the vehicles in

this test group comply with emission standards at high altitude. 40 CFR 1829-01(b)(1)(ii)(B).

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I attest that based on previous emission tests, development tests, or other appropriate information, vehicles

in this test group comply with the particulate matter emission standard as applicable. 40 CFR 1829-

01(b)(1)(iii)(B).

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I attest that the test group converted to dual-fuel or mixed fuel operation retains all the OEM fuel system,

engine calibration, and emission control system functionality when operating on the fuel with which the

vehicle was originally certified.40 CFR 85.515(b) (10)(iii)(B).

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I attest that the test group converted to dual-fuel or mixed fuel operation retains all the functionality of the

OEM OBD system (if required to be so equipped) when operating on the fuel with which the vehicle was

originally certified. 40 CFR 85.515(b) (10)(iii)(C).

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I attest that the test group converted to dual-fuel or mixed fuel operation properly purges hydrocarbon

vapor from the evaporative emission canister when the vehicles are operating on the alternative fuel.

40 CFR 85.515(b) (10)(iii)(D).

Signed:

Date: