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Vehicle interior components that cannot be removed from the clear zones of
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, or that are near the wheelchair occupant
space at a level that may be contacted by a wheelchair occupant’s head
during a side impact collision or a vehicle rollover, should be padded with
material that complies to FMVSS 201.
Only spill proof batteries (e.g. gel-cell) should be installed on wheelchairs that
are transported in motor vehicles.
Back supports with adjustable recline angles should not be reclined to more
than 30° to the vertical during vehicle travel unless necessary for the postural
and medical needs of the occupant
