DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
 
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GHANA STANDARD      DGS: 450 2:2019  
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COMPULSORY SPECIFICATION FOR  
MOTOR VEHICLES OF CATEGORY N1. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
This document is a Draft Ghana Standard. This docum ent shall not be used or refer red to  as a Ghana Standard.  
 
 
 
 
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DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
Foreword  
 
The Ghana Standards Authority is the National Statutory Body responsible for the 
development and promulgation of Ghana Standards.  
 
The Ghana Standards Authority is a member of the African Organization for Standardization 
(ARSO), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and an affiliate member of 
the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).  
 
This Ghana Standard is the compulsory specification for motor vehicle s of category N1. It 
lays down the essential requirements to which such vehicles must conform.  
 
The National Committee responsible for this standard ( DGS 450 2:2019) is the Technical 
Committee for Automobile Industry (GSA/TC 05).  
 
This is the 1st edition.  
 
Users of this standard should note that the standard undergoes revision from time to time 
and any references to it statutorily imply its latest edition.  
 
 
 
 
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COMPULSORY SPECIFICATION FOR  
MOTOR VEHICLES OF CATEGORY N1 
 
1 Scope  
 
1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category N1, not 
previously registered or licensed in Ghana . 
 
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts alread y incorporated are 
concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further 
manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the 
vehicle after completion thereof by the last -mentioned manu facturer .  
 
1.3 This specification does not apply to : 
 
a)  experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, 
assessment or development, or  
 
b)  a motor vehicle model that was manufactured or imported during the exclusion period as 
per Annex A  of this compulsory vehicle specification and that was not previously 
homologated in Ghana  
 
c)  motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purpose s of motor sport competition, 
and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the 
Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Ghana 
Standards  Authority . 
 
1.4 The relevant requirements of th is specification shall take effect on the dates and according 
to the exclusions as specified both in the text of this specification and as specified in Annex A . 
 
1.5 Where a Ghana  standard, including an international standard or an ECE regulation 
adopted by Ghana  as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, 
only the technical requirements/ specification  and category markings  for the commodity and 
the tests to verify the compliance apply.  
 
 
2 Normative References  
 
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. 
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition 
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.  
 
GS 4048:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the 
installation of lighting and light -signaling devices  
 
GS 4046 :2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of devices for indirect vision and 
of motor vehicles with regard to the installation of these devices  
 
GS 4043:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety glazing materials and 
their installation on vehicles  
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GS 4013:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and 
O with regard to braking  
 
GS 4013H: 2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of passenger cars 
with regard to braking  
 
GS 4028:2019  Uniform provisions  concerning the approval of audible warning devices and of 
motor vehicles with regard to their audible signals  
 
GS 4017:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the seats, 
their anchorages and any head restraints  
 
GS 4014:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to safety 
belt anchorages, ISOFIX anchorages systems and ISOFIX top tether anchorages  
 
GS 4016:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of: I. Safety -belts, restraint 
systems, child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems for occupants of power -
driven vehicles, II. Vehicles equipped with safety -belts, safety -belt reminder, restraint systems, 
child restraint systems and ISOFIX child restraint systems . 
 
GS 4083:2019  Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the 
emission of pollutants according to engine fuel requirements  
 
GS 4051:2019 , Uniform provisions conc erning the approval of motor vehicles having at least 
four wheels with regard to their noise emissions  
 
GS 4039:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the 
speedometer equipment including its installation  
 
GS 4030:2019  Uniform provisions concerning the approval of pneumatic tyres for motor 
vehicles and their trailers  
 
GS 4054:2019  Uniform provisions concerning the approval of pneumatic tyres for commercial 
vehicles and their trailers  
 
GS 4500:2019 Administrativ e Process for Homologation of Model of Motor Vehicle and its 
Variants.  
 
 
3 Definitions  
 
For the purposes of this specification, the following definitions apply:  
 
3.1 
airbag assembly  
device that is installed to supplement safety belts and restraint systems in power -driven 
vehicles which, in the event of a severe impact affecting the vehicle, automatically deploys a 
flexible structure intended to limit, by compression of the gas contained within it, the gravity of 
the contact of one or more parts of t he body of an occupant of the vehicle with the interior of 
the passenger compartment  
 
3.2 
Builder   
person who builds a category N1 motor vehicle, and "build" has a corresponding meaning  DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
 
 
3.3 
category N1 motor vehicle , 
hereinafter referred to as a motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3.5t, that 
has at least four wheels (or, provided that the maximum mass exceeds 1 t, at least 3 wheels), 
and that is used for the carriage of goods  
  
3.4 
child restraint  
arrangement of components which may comprise a combination of straps or flexible 
components with a securing buckle, adjusting devices, attachments, and, in some cases, a 
supplementary chair or an impact shield or both, capable of being anchored to a power -driven 
vehicle.  It is so designed as to diminish the risk of injury to the wearer, in the event of a collision 
or of an abrupt deceleration of the vehicle, by limiting the mobility of the wearer's body  
 
3.5 
homologation  
is a process of establishing the compliance of a model of motor vehicle and approval being 
granted by the Ghana Standards  authority, prior to it being introduced for sale  in Ghana  
 
3.6 
importer  
person who imports a category N1 motor vehicle, and "import" has a corresponding meaning  
 
3.7 
manufacturer  
person who manufactures, produces, assembles, alters, modifies or converts a category N1 
motor vehicle, and "manufacture" has a corresponding meaning  
 
3.8 
model  
manufacturer's description for a series of vehicle designs that do not differ in respect of body 
shell, cab structure, profile, or the number of axles, by which they are introduced to Ghana  
 
The Authority reserves the right to decide which variations or co mbinations of variations 
constitute a new model, and might also take cognisance of the classification system applied 
in the country of origin of the design  
 
The following variations do not necessarily constitute a new model:  
 
a)  a variant of the model in relation to trim or optional features for which compliance has been 
fully demonstrated;  
 
b)  different engine and transmission combinations, including petrol and diesel engines, and 
manual and automatic transmissions;  
 
c)  minor variations in profile, such  as front air dams or rear spoilers;  
 
d)  air management systems;  
 
e)  a different number of doors;  
 
f)  sleeper cabs on trucks;  
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g)  wheelbase variations;  
 
h)  a cargo body or equipment fitted to a truck and that has no effect on compliance; and  
 
i)  the number of driven axles.  
 
If a vehicle is manufactured in several  configurations, such as a sedan, a hatchback, or a 
station wagon, and a single or double cab, each of these may be regarded as a variant to the 
base model.  
 
3.9 
passenger airbag  
airbag assembly intended to protect the occupants of seats other than the driver's in the event 
of a collision  
 
3.10 
proof of compliance  
the authentic evidence of compliance with any of the requirements of this compulsory 
specification and in the case of h omologation  from a source defined in “Source of Evidence” 
in Clause 10. 
 
3.11 
rearward facing  
facing in the direction opposite to the normal direction of travel of the vehicle  
 
3.12 
registered manufacturer, importer or builder  
any manufacturer, importer or builder of vehicles is required to be registered with the Ghana 
Standards Authority  
 
3.13 
Ghana Standards  authority  
an organization appointed by the Minister of Trade and Industry to administer th e compulsory 
vehicle specification s on behalf of the Government of Ghana   
 
 
4 General requirements  
 
4.1 Requirements for lights  and lighting equipment  
 
4.1.1 Lights   
 
Lights, if fitted to a vehicle as per clause  4.1.2, shall comply with the installation requirements 
of clause  4.1.1.1 as determined by the homologation date:  
 
4.1.1.1 For vehicles homologated on or after  1 JANUARY 2020 , the lights as fitted in terms of 
clause  4.1.2.1 and indicated in the Table 1 - Lighting Installation Requirements  shall comply 
with the relevant requirements given in  GS 4048:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the 
approval of vehicles with regard to the installation of lighting and light -signaling devices, as 
published by Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
4.1.2 Lighting  
 
Lighting shall be fitted to a vehicle as per clause  4.1.2.1 as determined by  the homologation 
date:  DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
 
4.1.2.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall have lighting installed as 
per Table 1 that comply  with the relevant requirements given in GS 4048:2019 , Uniform 
provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the installation of lighting and 
light-signaling devices, as published by Ghana Standards Authority . 
 
Provided that the specific requirements of the said GS 4048 for 
 
1) dipped beam adjustment devices are not required for vehicles with self leveling 
suspension; and  
 
2) for vehicles fitted with filament headlamps, the requirements of the following clauses:  
6.2.6.1 (Vertical orientation for dipped beam);  
6.2.6.2 (Headlamp levelling) and  
6.2.6.3 (Measuring procedure).  
in GS 4048 are not applicable ; 
 
3) lights indicated as OPTIONAL in Table 1 shall apply for the purposes of this 
compulsory specification if any motor vehicle is fitted with such devices or lamps . 
 
Table 1 — Lighting Installation Requirements  
 
GS 4048 
Clause Ref.  Light description  Fitment condition  
6.1. Main-Beam Headlamps Compulsory  
6.2. Dipped-Beam Headlamps Compulsory  
6.3. Front Fog Lamps Optional  
6.4. Reversing Lamp Compulsory  
6.5. Direction Indicator Lamp Compulsory  
6.7. Stop Lamp – excl. S3 on M1 & N1  Compulsory  
6.8. Rear Registration Plate Lamp Compulsory  
6.9. Front Position Lamp Compulsory  
6.10. Rear Position Lamp Compulsory  
6.11. Rear Fog Lamp Optional  
6.12. Parking Lamp Not Required  
6.13. End-Outline Marker Lamp Not Required  
6.14. Rear Retro-reflector, non-triangular Compulsory  
6.15. Rear Retro-reflector, triangular Optional  
6.16. Front Retro-reflector, non-triangular Optional  
6.17. Side Retro-reflector, non-triangular Optional  
6.18. Side Marker Lamp Optional  
6.19. Daytime Running Lamp Optional  
6.20. Cornering Lamp Optional  
6.21. Conspicuity Markings Optional  
6.22. Adaptive Front lighting Systems Optional  
 
 
 
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4.2 Requirements for rear -view mirrors and vision  
 
4.2.1 Rear -view mirrors  
 
Rear -view mirrors shall be fitted to a vehicle as per clause  4.2.1.1 as determined by  the 
homologation date . 
 
4.2.1.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall comply with the relevant 
requirements given in GS 4046 :2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of devices 
for indirect vision and of motor vehicles with regard to the installation of these devices , as 
published by Ghana Standards Authority , excluding the Markings as required in clause s 4 & 
5 of GS 4046. 
     
4.2.2 Windscreens, windows and partitions  
 
4.2.2.1 Windscreens  
 
Windscreens  shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause s 4.2.2.1.1  as determined by the 
homologation date.  
 
4.2.2.1.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall comply with the relevant 
requirements given in GS 4043:2019 Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety 
glazing materials and their installation on vehicles , as published by Ghana Stan dards Authority.  
 
4.2.2.1.2 For the purposes of this specification, the marking requirements shall be as follows:  
 
a)  the windscreen shall bear the glass manufacturer's registered trademark; and  
 
b)  the glass fitted shall comply with an approved national standard, recognized by the Ghana 
Standards  Authority, that will provide a method of identifying the glass type.  
 
4.2.2.2 Windows and partitions  
 
Windows and partitions  shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause s 4.2.2.2.1  as determined by 
the homologation date.  
 
4.2.2.2.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall comply  with the relevant 
requirements given in GS 4043:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of safety 
glazing materials and their installation on vehicles , as published by Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
4.2.2.2.2 For the purposes of this specification, the marking requirements shall be as follows:  
 
a)  the glass shall bear the glass manufacturer's registered trademark; and  
 
b)  the glass fitted shall comply with an approved national standard, recogni zed by the Ghana 
Standards  Authority,  that will provide a method of identifying the glass type.  
 
4.2.3 Windscreen wipers  
 
A vehicle shall be fitted with at least one windscreen wiper that is capable of operation by 
means other than manual, and the windscreen wiper blade, when in operation, shall wipe the 
outside of the windscreen directly in front of the driver, evenly and ef ficiently.  
 
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4.3 Requirements for brakes and braking equipment   
 
Brakes and braking equipment shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause s 4.3.1 or 4.3.2 as 
determined by the homologation date.  
 
4.3.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with braking 
equipment and shall comply with the relevant requirements given in GS 4013:2019 , Uniform 
provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and O with regard to 
braking , as published by Ghana Standards Authority or;  
 
4.3.2 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with braking 
equipment including an antilock braking system and electronic stability control system  and 
shall comply with the relevant requirements given in GS 4013H: 2019 , Uniform provisions 
concerning the approval of vehicles of passenger cars with regard to braking,  as published by 
Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
4.4 Requirements for controls, steering mechanism and audible warning devices  
 
4.4.1 Controls  
 
4.4.1.1 General  
 
All controls that are fitted to a vehicle, and that are required for the operation of the vehicle, 
shall be so located that the driver can reach and operate them when he is seated in the normal 
driving position, with the seat belt fastened.  
 
4.4.1.2 Left-hand drive  
 
A vehicle shall be of a left-hand drive configuration, except as allowed in ter ms of 4.4.1.3. 
 
4.4.1.3 Central steering  
 
A vehicle may have a central steering configuration.  
 
4.4.2 Audible warning devices  
 
Audible warning devices shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause s 4.4.2.1  as determined by 
the homologation date.  
 
4.4.2.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with one or more 
audible warning devices such that, when they are operated, a continuous sound is emitted at 
a level of at least 87 dB, and shall comply with the relevant requirements giv en in GS 
4028:2019  Uniform provisions concerning the approval of audible warning devices and of 
motor vehicles with regard to their audible signals , as published by Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
4.6 Requirements for seats, seat anchorages , head restraints , restraining device 
anchorages,  restraining device s (safety belts) and airbags  
 
4.6.1 Seats , seat anchorages  and head restraints  
 
Seats and seat anchorages shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause  4.6.1.1 as determined by 
the homologation date.  
 
4.6.1.1 Vehicles  homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with seats , seat 
anchorages and head restraints that shall comply with the relevant requirements given in GS DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
4017:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the seats, 
their anchorages and any head restraints , as published by Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
4.6.2 Restraining device anchorages  
 
Restraining device anchorages shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause  4.6.2.1 as determined 
by the homologation date.   
 
The fitment of anchorages for a 2 -point belt on the centre seat o f a N1 light commercial  vehicle 
is allowed as an alternative to a 3 -point seat belt anchorage as required in GS 4014.  
 
4.6.2.1 Vehicles  homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be  fitted with restraining 
device anchorages that shall comply with the relevant requirements given in GS 4014:2019 , 
Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to safety belt anchorages, 
ISOFIX anchorages systems and ISOFIX top tether anchorages , as published by Ghana 
Standards  Authority.  
 
4.6.3 Restraining devices (safety belts)  
 
Restraining devices (Safety Belts) shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause  4.7.3.1 as 
determined by the homologation date.   
 
The fitment of a 2 -point belt on the centre seat of a N1 light commercial vehicle is allowed as 
an alternative to a 3 -point seat belt as required in GS 4016.  
 
4.6.3.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with restraining 
devices that shall comply with the relevant requirements given in GS 4016:2019 , Uniform 
provisions concerning the approval of: I. Safety -belts, restraint systems, child restraint systems 
and ISOFIX child restraint systems for occupants of power -driven vehicles, II. Veh icles 
equipped with safety -belts, safety -belt reminder, restraint systems, child restraint systems and 
ISOFIX child restraint systems , as published by Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
4.6.4 Airbag warnings  
 
4.6.4 .1 If a motor vehicle is fitted with an airbag assembly, it shall carry information to the 
effect that it is equipped with such an assembly.  
 
4.6.4 .2 In the case of a motor vehicle fitted with an airbag assembly intended to protect the 
driver, the information shall consist of the inscription "AI RBAG" located in the interior of the 
circumference of the steering wheel; this inscription shall be durably affixed and easily visible.  
 
4.6.4 .3 In the case of a motor vehicle fitted with a passenger airbag intended to protect the 
front seat occupants othe r than the driver, this information shall consist of a warning label . 
 
4.6.4 .4 A motor vehicle fitted with one or more passenger airbags shall carry information about 
the extreme hazard associated with the use of rearward -facing child restraints on seats 
equipped with airbag assemblies.  
 
 
5 Requirements for the control of environmental interference  
 
5.1Suppression of atmospheric pollution  
 
Suppression of atmospheric pollution equipment shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause  5.1.1 
as determined by the homologation date.  DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
 
5.1.1. Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall comply with the gaseous and 
particulate emissions requirements of GS 4083:2019  Uniform provisions concerning the 
approval of vehicles with regard to the emission of pollutants according to engine fuel 
requirements , as published by Ghana Standards Authority.   
 
The minimum vehicle emission requirements are specified at the Euro I level.  
 
5.2 Suppression of noise emission - Vehicles in motion  
 
Suppression of noise emission for Vehicles in motion  shall comply  as per clause  5.2.1 as 
determined by the homologation date.  
 
5.2.1. Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall, with the exception of noise 
emission originating from audible warning devices, have any noise emitted by a vehicle  
determined in accordance with GS 4051:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the approval of 
motor vehicles having at least four wheels with rega rd to their noise emissions , as published 
by Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
 
6 Requirements concerning metrological data  and vehicle identification  
 
6.1 Vehicle dimensions  
 
The dimensions of a vehicle shall comply with the applicable requirements of the relevant 
provisions  of the Ghana Road Traffic Regulations, 2012  (L.I. 2180)  
 
6.2 Vehicle Identification  
 
6.2.1 Data plates  
 
6.2.1.1  A vehicle shall have a metal data plate or plates affixed by rivets, or by welding, or by 
any other method that will achieve permanency of attachment during the life of the vehicle, in 
a conspicuous and readily accessible position on a part not subject to  replacement.  
 
6.2.1.2  As an alternative to the above, a data plate may be a self -adhesive tamperproof metal 
or plastics label that is not transferable from one vehicle to another, is clearly legible, and 
undergoes permanent and obvious damage on removal. The self -adhesive tamperproof label 
shall be resistant to engine oils, to engine coolants, to normal engine temperatures and to 
humidity. In addition, it shall have permanency characteristics similar to those of the plate(s) 
described in 6.2.1.1.  
 
6.2.1.3 The data plate(s) shall be legibly and indelibly printed or stamped with the following 
details of the model type or of the vehicle, as applicable:  
 
a)  the gross vehicle mass, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters 
GVM/BVM;  
 
b)  the gross combination mass, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the 
letters GCM/BKM; and  
 
c)  the gross axle mass -load of each axle, or the gross axle unit mass -load of each axle unit, 
in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and  prefixed by the letter’s  GA/BA or GAU/BAE, 
as applicable.  DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
 
6.2.2 Optional data plate  
 
The abbreviations given in 6.2.1.3(a), 6.2.1.3(b) and 6.2.1.3(c) are not required if the 
information is supplied in the following order:  
 
a)  gross vehicle mass;  
 
b) gross combination mass; and  
 
c)  gross axle masses in the order front to rear.  
 
6.2.3 Vehicle identification number (VIN)  
 
The vehicle identification number shall comply with the relevant requirements given in IS0 
3779:1983,  Road vehicles - Vehicle identification number (VIN) - Content and structure , and 
IS0 4030: 1983,  Road vehicles - Vehicle identification number (VIN) - Location and attachment , 
as published by Ghana Standards Authority.   
 
6.2.4 Visible identification  
 
An identification code made up of all of the VIN shall be applied to the motor vehicle, such that 
it is readily visible to a person standing outside the vehicle, without the use of aids.  
 
6.3 Measuring units  
 
All gauges, indicators  or instruments that are fitted to a motor vehicle and are calibrated in 
physical units shall be calibrated in units as prescribed by the current applicable regulations 
promulgated under the Weights and Measures decree NRCD 362.  
 
 
7 Requirements for vehicle equipment, components and systems  
 
7.1 Speedometers  
 
Speedometers  shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause  7.1.1 as determined by the 
homologation date.  
 
7.1.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  and that is capable of exceeding a 
speed of 25 km/h on a level road shall be equipped with speedometer equipment that complies 
with the relevant requirements given in GS 4039:2019 , Uniform provisions concerning the 
approval of vehicles with regard to the speed ometer equipment including its installation , as 
published by Ghana Standards Authority.   
 
7.2 Engine  and transmission  
 
7.2.1 Engine  
 
The engine of a vehicle shall be so fitted with a cover that any part of the engine that constitutes 
a source of danger is out of normal reach of a person.  
 
7.2.2 Transmission  
 
A vehicle, the tare of which exceeds 570 kg, shall be equipped with a transmission that enables 
it to be controlled and driven in both a forward and a reverse direction.  DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
 
7.3 Fuel system  
 
7.3.1 Fuel filler cap  
 
The orifice for filling a fuel tank on a vehicle shall be fitted with an effective cap that prevents 
incidental ingress of water or other foreign matter.  
 
7.4 Tyres  
 
Tyres  shall be fitted to a vehicle as  per clause  7.4.1 or 7.4.2 as determined by the 
homologation date.   
 
7.4.1 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with  tyres that 
complies with the relevant requirements given in  GS 4030:2019  Uniform provisions concerning 
the approval of pneumatic tyres for motor vehicles and their trailers  as published by Ghana 
Standards Authority , or  
 
The fitment of Snow Tyres as defined in Clause 2.2 of GS 4030:2019 shall not be allowed.  
 
7.4.2 Vehicles homologated on or after 1 JANUARY 2020  shall be fitted with  tyres that 
complies with the relevant requirements given in  GS 40 54:2019  Uniform provisions concerning 
the approval of pneumatic tyres for commercial vehicles and their trailers  as published by 
Ghana Standards Authority.   
 
The fitment of Snow Tyres as defined in Clause 2.2 .3 of GS 40 54:2019 shall not be allowed.  
 
 
8 Homologation requirements  
 
8.1 Homologation  
 
Registered m anufacturer s, importer s or b uilder s shall have each model of motor vehicle, 
covered by the scope of this compulsory specification, successfully homologated by the 
Ghana Standards  authority in accordance with the requirements of GS 4500:2019 
Administrative Process for Homologation of Model of Motor Vehicle and its Variants . 
 
8.2 Rights of homologation approval  
 
The rights of homologation approval, so granted for a vehicle model in 8.1, shall lie with the 
registered manufacturer s, importer s or b uilder s that obtained such approval . This may only be 
transferable, to another registered manufacturer s, importer s or b uilders on request of the 
manufacturer s, importer s or b uilder s that currently owns the rights to the homologation 
approval, and be authorised by, the Ghana Standards  authority.  
 
 
9 Equivalent requirements   
 
The requirements of any of the standards or requirements stated  in column 3 in the appropriate 
parts given in Table 2  shall be deemed to have been met if compliance with the equivalent 
standards given in columns 5, 6  or 7 of the same table, or to any of th eir later amendment 
levels is achieved.  
 
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10 Source of evidence for homologation  
  
The evidence of compliance to any of the requirements of any referred -to standard in this 
compulsory specification, which requires testing to establish compliance, and a test report, will 
only be recognized to the Ghana Standards  Authority from the followi ng sources:  
 
1) ECE Type Approval Documentation , or 
 
2) A laboratory that is part of an international or regional mutual acceptance scheme, or  
 
3) A laboratory that is accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 by an accreditation body operating in 
accordance with ISO/IEC 17011, or 
 
4) The laboratory has been successfully assessed against the requirements of ISO/IEC 
17025 to the satisfaction of the Ghana Standards Authority.  
 
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COMPULSORY SPECIFICATION FOR  
MOTOR VEHICLES OF CATEGORY N1 
 
Annex A  — Operative dates  
 
1 2 3 4 5 
Sub- 
clause  Item Operative date  Exclusions  Exclusions  
expiry date  
(Manufactured/ 
Imported)  
4.1.1.1  Lights to GS 4048:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
1 January 2021  
4.1.2.1  Installation of lights to GS 4048:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.2.1.1  Rear -view mirrors to GS 4046:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.2.2.1 .1 Windscreen to GS 4043:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.2.2.2 .1 Windows & partitions to GS 4043:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.3.1 Braking to GS 4013:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.3.2 Braking to GS 4013H:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.4.2.1 Audible warning devices to GS 
4028:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.6.1.1  Seats, seat anchorages and head 
restraints to GS 4017:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 M onths  
4.6.2.1 Restraining device anchorages to GS 
4014:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
4.6.3.1 Restraining devices to GS 4016:201 9 1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
5.1.1 Vehicle emissions to GS 4083:2019  to 
the level of ECE R83.02  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
5.2.1 Vehicle Noise in motion to GS 
4051:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
6.2.3 Vehicle Identification number  1 JANUARY 2020  No Exclusion  N/A 
6.2.4 Visible Vehicle Identification number  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
7.1.1 Speedometer to GS 4039:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
7.4.1 Passenger Tyres to GS 4030:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
7.4.2 Passenger Tyres to GS 40 54:2019  1 JANUARY 2020  Vehicle models not previously 
homologated in Ghana  +12 Months  
  DRAFT GHANA STANDARDDGS 4502:2019  
Compulsory specification for motor  
vehicles of category N1  
 
Table 2  — Equivalent standards that shall be  
deemed to comply with GS standard s 
 
1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 
Sub 
clause  Item GS No. Dated  EEC ECE level  Others  Remarks  
4.1.1.1  Lights  GS 4048  
GS 4003  
GS 4004  
GS 4006  
GS 4007  
GS 4023  
GS 4112  2019  
2019  
2019  
2019  
2019  
2019  
2019   R48.04  
R3.02  
R4. 
R6.01  
R7.0 2 
R23.00  
R112 .00 FMVSS  108  
4.1.2.1  Installation of lights  GS 4048  2019   R48.04    
4.2.1.1  Rear -view mirrors  GS 4046  2019   R46.02    
4.2.2.1 .1 Windscreen  GS 4043  2019   R43.00 FMVSS 205   
4.2.2.2 .1 Windows & partitions  GS 4043  2019   R43.00 FMVSS 205   
4.3.1 Braking  GS 4013  2019   R13.08    
4.3.2 Braking  GS 4013H 2019   R13H.00    
4.4.2.1 Audible warning devices  GS 4028  2019   R28.00    
4.6.1.1  Seats, seat anchorages 
and head restraints  GS 4017  2019   R17.04  
   
4.6.2.1 Restraining device 
anchorages  GS 4014  2019   R14.05    
4.6.3.1 Restraining devices  GS 4016  2019   R16.04    
5.1.1 Vehicle emissions  GS 4083  2019   R83.02    
5.2.1 Vehicle Noise in motion  GS 4051  2019   R51.00    
6.2.3  VIN Content  ?????     IS0 
3779:1983   
6.2.3 VIN Location  ?????     IS0 
3779:1983   
7.1.1 Speedometer  GS 4039  2019   R39.00    
7.4.1 Passenger Tyres  GS 4030  2019   R30.02    
7.4.2 Commercial Tyres  GS 4054  2019   R54.00    
 