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THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE - TRANSPORT CANADA AND THE REGISTRAR OF IMPORTED VEHICLES DOES NOT GUARANTEE ITS ACCURACY - Feb/10/2012 Edition

Section 12 - TRUCKS WITH GVWR LESS THAN 4536 KG, MANUFACTURED AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 2007

All vehicles that have undergone any alteration other than typical repair are inadmissible.

MANUFACTURER	ADMISSIBLE	INADMISSIBLE	NOTES
CHRYSLER / PLYMOUTH / DODGE / EAGLE / JEEP	2007 TO 2012 All models. If built AFTER September 1, 2007 [EIS] see notes		See "EXPLANATIONS' section. [EIS]: See "EXPLANATIONS" section, paragraph #9.
DAIHATSU	Contact manufacturer to verify admissibility of vehicle.		See "EXPLANATIONS" section.
FORD MERCURY / LINCOLN	ECONOLINE MODELS: 2008 E-150, E-250 and E-350 cargo vans if (E14), (E24), (S24), (E34), or (S34) in VIN positions 5, 6 and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2009 TO 2012 E-150, E-250 and E-350 cargo vans [EIS] (see notes) All other Ford Econoline and E-series cargo vans equipped with Ford SecuriLock® anti-theft immobilizer system. For E-series Wagons (passenger vans), refer to Section 5.4 (MPVs with GVWR less than 4,536 KG manufactured AFTER September 1, 2007) F-SERIES TRUCKS AND OTHERS: 2008 F-250 Regular cab 4x2 and 4x4 if (F20) and (F21) in VIN positions 5, 6, and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2008 F-250 Super cab 4x2 and 4x4 if (X20) and (X21) in VIN positions 5, 6, and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2008 F-250 Crew cab 4x2 and 4x4 if (W20) and (W21) in VIN positions 5, 6, and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2008 F-350 Regular cab 4x2 and 4x4 if (F30) and (F31) in VIN positions 5, 6, and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2008 F-350 Super cab 4x2 and 4x4 if (X30) and (X31) in VIN positions 5, 6, and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2008 F-350 Crew cab 4x2 and 4x4 if (W30) and (W31) in VIN positions 5, 6, and 7 [EIS] (see notes) 2008 TO 2011 Ford Ranger 2008 TO 2012 All F-150 models 2009 Ford F-250 and F-350 [EIS] (see notes) 2010 All F-250, F-350 and F-450 models 2011 AND 2012 Ford F-250 SD Pickup models 2011 AND 2012 Ford F-350 SD SRW Pickup models 2009 TO 2012 Transit Connect [EIS] (see notes) All other F-Series and other models, if equipped with Ford SecuriLock® anti-theft immobilizer system.		See "EXPLANATIONS" section. [EIS]: See "EXPLANATIONS" section, paragraph #9. Trucks with a GVWR more than 4,536 kg, see Section 2 - GENERAL N.B.: If model has a designated seating capacity of MORE THAN 10, it is a bus (see Section 6: Buses). DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRLs): Many Ford models have a configurable lighting system module that can be reconfigured to enable CMVSS 108 compliant DRLs. This service can only be performed by an authorized Ford or Lincoln dealer in Canada.
GENERAL MOTORS	2007 TO 2012 All models (Please read all notes)	(Please read all notes)	See "EXPLANATIONS" section. Note 1: [EIS] Electronic Immobilization System: for vehicles built AFTER September 1, 2007, you must read paragraph #9 of the "EXPLANATIONS" section. Some U.S. GM vehicles are equipped with a switch that can turn off the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) while vehicle is in motion. In Canada, DRLs must be permanently on once vehicle is in motion. The DRL control system of your vehicle may need to be reprogrammed to neutralize switch that permits turning DRLs off. For more information, please contact your GM dealer. Importers can also contact GM Vehicle Vintage Services group at 1-888-467-6853 (toll free) or 1-905-440-7689 (outside Canada) to obtain a recall clearance letter.
HONDA	2007 TO 2012 All models Please read all notes	Please read all notes	See "EXPLANATIONS" section. Note 1: [EIS] Electronic Immobilization System: for vehicles built AFTER September 1, 2007, you must read paragraph #9 of the "EXPLANATIONS" section. Note 2: Possible modifications may include: daytime running lights, electronic immobilization system (see Note 1), metric odometer and speedometer labels. At federal inspection, the RIV will verify that vehicle is equipped with daytime running lamps that cannot be turned off while the vehicle is in motion and that odometer and speedometer are properly identified. Importer must also demonstrate that the vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilization system for vehicles built AFTER September 1, 2007. Other requirements may also apply. For additional information specific to a vehicle, please contact your Honda/Acura dealer. Importers can also contact American Honda Motor Co. at 1-800-999-1009.
LINCOLN			SEE FORD
MAZDA	2008 B-Series Trucks 2.3L. [EIS] (see notes) 2008 All other models 2009 TO 2011 All models [EIS] See Notes		See "EXPLANATIONS" section. [EIS]: See "EXPLANATIONS" section, paragraphs #4 and #9.
MERCEDES-BENZ # (see notes)	2007 TO 2012 All models Please read all notes	Please read all notes	See "EXPLANATIONS" section. #: You must read paragraph #8 of the "EXPLANATIONS" section. Note 1: [EIS] Electronic Immobilization System: for vehicles built AFTER September 1, 2007, you must read paragraph #9 of the "EXPLANATIONS" section. Possible modifications may include: daytime running lights, electronic immobilization system [EIS] (see Note 1), metric odometer and speedometer labels. Other requirements may also apply. Mercedes-Benz Canada informed Transport Canada that ALL modifications MUST be performed (and documented) by an authorized Canadian Mercedes-Benz Retailer. Contact manufacturer for details on required modifications for U.S. Mercedes-Benz vehicles. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA at 1-800-367-6372 or Mercedes-Benz Canada at 1-800-387-0100.
MERCURY			SEE FORD
MITSUBISHI	2007 TO 2009 Raider [EIS] (see notes)	Mitsubishi reports no U.S. market production of pick-up trucks for model years 2010, 2011 and 2012	See "EXPLANATIONS" section. [EIS]: See "EXPLANATIONS" section, paragraph #9.
NISSAN	2008 Pick-up 2008 Titan 2009 TO 2012 All models (see notes)		See "EXPLANATIONS" section. Nissan informed Transport Canada that some 2009 and newer models may not be equipped with factory issued daytime running lights modules or electronic immobilization systems [EIS]. Importers should ensure that these requirements can be met prior to importation. Please read "EXPLANATIONS", paragraph # 9 and # 12.
PLYMOUTH			SEE CHRYSLER
TOYOTA	2007 TO 2010 Tundra. If built AFTER September 1, 2007 [EIS] (see Note 1) 2008 TO 2010 Tacoma [EIS] (see Note 1) 2011 AND 2012 All models [EIS] (see Note 2)	Please read all notes	See "EXPLANATIONS" section. Note 1: [EIS] Electronic Immobilization System: for vehicles built AFTER September 1, 2007, you must read paragraph #9 of the "EXPLANATIONS" section. Note 2: Possible modifications may include: daytime running lights, electronic immobilization system (see Note 1), metric odometer and speedometer labels. At federal inspection, the RIV will verify that vehicle is equipped with daytime running lamps that cannot be turned off while the vehicle is in motion and that odometer and speedometer are properly identified. Importer must also demonstrate that the vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilization system for vehicles built AFTER September 1, 2007. Other requirements may also apply. For additional information specific to a vehicle, please contact your Toyota/Lexus/Scion dealer. Importers can also contact Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A at 1-800-331-4331.
VOLVO	All models		See "EXPLANATIONS" section.

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