LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF’S
DEPARTMENT
LAW ENFORCEMENT
VEHICLE TEST
AND
EVALUATION PROGRAM
VEHICLE MODEL YEAR 2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Introduction
1-2
Test Protocol
3-8
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
Vehicle Specifications
9 - 18
32 Lap High Speed Evaluation Results
19 - 48
Pursuit Course Evaluation Results
49 - 67
Brake Test Results
68 - 69
Acceleration Results
70 - 80
Heat Test Results
81 - 90
Fuel Efficiency Evaluation Results
91 - 92
Ergonomics Evaluation Results
93 - 111
Mechanical Evaluation Results
112 - 148
Communication Evaluation Results
149 - 163
SPECIAL SERVICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
2006 Ford Expedition Evaluation
164 - 180
TIRE EVALUATION
Pirelli “Winter 240 Sotto Zero” P235/55R17 Evaluation
181 - 185
2006 MODEL YEAR VEHICLE
TEST
On October 12 & 13, 2005, vehicle testing was performed at the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s
Department’s Emergency Vehicle Operation Center in Pomona, California. Daimler Chrysler,
General Motors, and Ford all submitted vehicles in the “Police Package” category. Police
Package vehicles have been identified by the manufacturers as pursuit vehicles. Ford also
submitted a vehicle in the “Special Service” category. Special Service vehicles are not rated as
pursuit vehicles. All of the vehicles submitted, either as a police pursuit vehicle, or as a special
service vehicle, completed the test satisfactorily, without incident.
Additionally, the Pirelli “Winter 240 Sotto Zero” P235/55R17 snow tire was evaluated. The tire
was mounted on a 2006 Crown Victoria Police Interceptor with the 3.27 differential. This tire
completed the test satisfactorily, without incident.
The vehicles submitted for evaluation were all 2006 model years, and are identified below.
HIGH SPEED POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLE CATEGORY:
Chevrolet Impala:
Full size, 4 door sedan, front wheel drive, 3.9 liter V-6
engine, a 4 Speed automatic transmission with overdrive,
and a 3.29 axle ratio.
Chevrolet Tahoe:
Full size, 4 door sport utility, rear wheel drive, 5.3 liter V-8
engine, a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive,
and a 3.73 axle ratio.
Chevrolet Tahoe (E-85):
Full size, 4 door sport utility, rear wheel drive, 5.3 liter V-8
engine, a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive,
and a 3.73 axle ratio.
Dodge Charger V-6:
Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, 3.5 liter V-6
engine, a 5 speed automatic electronic transmission and a
2.87 axle ratio.
Dodge Charger V-8:
Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, 5.7 liter V-8 Hemi
engine, a 5 speed automatic electronic transmission and a
2.82 axle ratio.
Dodge Magnum V-6:
Full size, 4 door wagon, rear wheel drive, 3.5 liter V-6
engine, a 5 speed automatic electronic transmission and a
2.87 axle ratio.
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CONTINUED - HIGH SPEED POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLE CATEGORY:
Dodge Magnum V-8:
Full size, 4 door wagon, rear wheel drive, 5.7 liter V-8
Hemi engine, a 5 speed automatic electronic transmission
and a 2.82 axle ratio.
Ford Crown Victoria 3.27
Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, 4.6 Liter V-8
engine, a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive,
and a 3.27 axle ratio.
Ford Crown Victoria 3.55
Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, 4.6 Liter V-8
engine, a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive,
and a 3.55 axle ratio.
SPECIAL SERVICE VEHICLE CATEGORY:
Ford Expedition
Full size, 4 door sport utility, rear wheel drive, 5.4 liter V-8
engine, a 4 speed automatic transmission with overdrive,
and a 3.73 axle ratio.
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TEST
PROTOCOL
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PRELIMINARY HANDLING AND TEST DRIVER'S
SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION
This test is conducted on a high speed driving course. It is designed to evaluate, identify and
eliminate the obvious unacceptable vehicles (i.e., those vehicles that are demonstrably unstable
or otherwise exhibit unsafe characteristics).
For this test, four drivers are utilized for each vehicle. Each driver completes eight laps around
our 1.57 mile test track at the Los Angeles County Fairplex in Pomona, for a total of 32 timed
laps. Lap timing is via a "HOT LAP," digital-infrared timing device, mounted in the vehicle.
The fastest and the slowest lap times are eliminated, the remaining 6 lap times are averaged. The
average time and speed are recorded next to the drivers name.
Four Emergency Vehicle Operations Center driver training instructors, two each from the Los
Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Los Angeles Police Department share the driving and
evaluation of these vehicles.
At the conclusion of the preliminary handling portion of the test, each driver completes a
"Drivers Subjective Evaluation" form. If the test vehicle is judged unacceptable in this
preliminary review, it is rejected and not subject to further testing and evaluation.
ACCELERATION PERFORMANCE TEST
This test is designed to measure vehicle performance in terms of acceleration, including speed
and time elapsed at the quarter mile. Although the top speed is not recorded, a minimum of 100
MPH is generally obtained to satisfy the requirements for high speed law enforcement patrol.
All of the information gathered during the acceleration and subsequent brake test is gathered
using a “DATRON SPEED SENSOR.” This electronic device measures distance, time and
speed. The Datron Speed Sensor is lap top computer driven and is the same type used by most
major automobile manufacturers in conducting their vehicle evaluations
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BRAKE TEST
This test procedure measures the braking response and efficiency of the vehicle.
The test is conducted immediately following the preliminary handling test (32 laps). This
ensures that the brakes are tested after being driven at high speeds, thus simulating the actual
operating conditions experienced by the officer in the field.
The test is conducted by first accelerating the vehicle to 80 MPH, then decelerating to a stop,
maintaining an average deceleration rate of 22 feet per second. This procedure is repeated three
additional times. At this point, a five minute stationary cool down period occurs. The vehicle is
then accelerated to a speed of 60 MPH and decelerated at the maximum deceleration rate
attainable before the onset of ABS. After a two minute delay, the 60 MPH procedure is repeated
again. As soon as the vehicle has stopped, it is immediately accelerated to 60 MPH and then
stopped as quickly as possible, simulating a panic stop. That stopping distance is measured and
recorded. If a brake malfunction is experienced (i.e., severe fading or inability to stop in a
straight line,) an effort is made to detect the cause of the brake failure. If it is decided that the
failure is inherent in the engineering of the brake system of the vehicle, the test is discontinued
and the vehicle is disqualified from further testing. If the failure is associated with a correctable
situation, it is corrected and the test is rerun. The defect and any remedial action taken are noted
in the test results.
PURSUIT COURSE
This test is for those vehicles equipped with a factory installed “POLICE PACKAGE” and
identified by the manufacturer as pursuit vehicles. This test is conducted on a closed 2.45 mile
city street course which closely represents the environment most urban law enforcement
emergency response vehicles must contend with. The course has virtually no straight-a-ways and
consists of right and left hand turns and obstacles in the road way.
This is the final test during our “road” certification and the manufacturer’s, if they so choose, are
allowed to rebuild the vehicle’s brake system prior to this test.
For this test, two drivers are utilized for each vehicle. Each driver completes two laps around
the city or “pursuit” course. Lap timing is via a "HOT LAP," digital-infrared timing device,
mounted in the car. The combined times of the two laps are recorded next to the driver's name.
If the test vehicle is unable to complete the course in under 4 minutes and 45 seconds, it is judged
unacceptable for high speed law enforcement use.
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HEAT TEST
Today's modern exhaust emission and computer monitored automobile is designed to operate at
much higher temperatures than vehicles from the 1970's and 1980's. Scientific breakthroughs in
metallurgy and lubrication compositions allow the modern engine to operate at temperatures
formerly thought to be detrimental. A vehicle from the 1970 era usually exceeded 180 degrees'
water temperature under normal driving conditions and generally overheated at 212 degrees.
Today, modern engines operate safely between 200 to 260 degrees. Our heat testing is a "PASSFAIL" scenario and is based on manufacturers allowable operating temperatures.
Heat from each engine component is measured by means of a digital thermometer.
A bi-metallic probe from the thermometer is inserted into the component fluids at the conclusion
of the 32 high speed laps. This process is accomplished in the following manner:
1. Transmission Fluid
2.
3.
4.
5.
The probe is inserted into the transmission via the dip stick
hole, or in the case of the Dodge Hemi engines, the
measurement is taken from the vehicle’s sensors via the ALDL
connector.
Engine Oil
The probe is inserted into the oil pan via the dip stick hole.
Power Steering
The probe is inserted into the pump reservoir fluid.
Radiator Coolant
Due to newer vehicles having closed coolant systems, the coolant
temperatures are taken from the vehicle’s sensors through the
ALDL connector.
Outside Air
Temperature is measured away from the vehicle and in direct
sunlight.
TIRE TEST
Each of our structured high speed test procedures are performed with factory equipped speed
rated tires. We recognize the need for an alternative tire for standard patrol duty and for special
conditions caused by terrain and weather. During our tire test phase we evaluate the
construction, design, road handling abilities, wear patterns and durability of tires submitted for
testing by the vehicle manufacturers.
For a tire to be certified for high speed law enforcement use it must successfully perform through
32 laps of high speed driving on our 1.57 mile road course, a non-recorded Brake Test and finally
2 laps through our high speed Pursuit Course.
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FUEL EFFICIENCY TEST
While EPA mileage estimates may be helpful for comparative purposes, they are based on
simulated driving conditions. The fuel efficiency evaluation is an attempt to estimate MPG
(miles per gallon) based on actual driving conditions.
Each vehicle is driven through a 100 mile loop twice, each time by a different driver. The loop is
divided equally into urban, suburban, and freeway driving conditions. The vehicle is operated
with the air conditioner and headlights "turned on" and with the transmission selector in the
“overdrive” position. No attempt is made to "baby" the vehicle through the loop, but hard
acceleration starts are avoided.
The test results are averaged between the two drivers and recorded.
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
This subjective evaluation is a rating of human factors and space utilization done individually
and independently by several Deputy Sheriffs from this Department. The ratings are averaged to
minimize personal prejudices that individuals may have for, or against any given vehicle. This
evaluation rates each vehicle comparatively for its general suitability and efficiency for patrol
operations or other specific functions in a Department's operations.
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
The mechanical evaluation (performed by mechanics employed by the Sheriff's Department's
fleet maintenance contractor) evaluates the day to day serviceability and maintenance of the
vehicle.
Major consideration is given toward the accessibility and ease of repair of component parts for
the purpose of obtaining a predictive evaluation of the time, ease, and cost of major repairs. The
specific factors considered in evaluating each component are enumerated on the Mechanical
Evaluation form.
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COMMUNICATIONS EVALUATION
The communications evaluation of each vehicle is conducted by technicians assigned to the Los
Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Communications and Fleet Management Bureau. This
evaluation concerns itself with the radio installation, the effect of radio operation on vehicle
performance and the effect of the vehicle on radio performance.
The Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility test is intended for use in the presence of
electromagnetic fields resulting from use of public safety two way radios.
Vehicle performance must not be affected in any way by transmissions from a radio and antenna
installed in the vehicle and operating in any of the frequency ranges of 30 to 50 MHz, 450 to 512
MHz, and 800 to 900 MHz, and having a radio frequency output no less than 100 watts. Vehicle
performance shall not be effected by the presence of another vehicle equipped with the above
described radio and operated next to the subject vehicle.
Radiated and conducted electromagnetic interference vehicle systems and accessories shall be
designed to reduce interference with the use of public safety radio receivers or electronic sirens
or sound amplifiers. The effective sensitivity of a receiver installed in the vehicle shall not be
reduced by more than the amount tabulated below for each frequency band:
FREQUENCY BAND
30 to 50
150 to 174
450 to 512
800 to 900
ALLOWABLE DEGRADATION
MHz
MHz
MHz
MHz
15
5
3
3
db
db
db
db
Degradation is the difference in effective receiver sensitivity measured with the vehicle engine
and accessories turned off as compared to that measured with the engine and accessories turned
on.
Sensitivity is measured in terms of the 12 db Sinad signal as defined in E1A Standard RS-204.
To determine effective sensitivity, the receiver is connected to the antenna through an isolating
tee connector which allows introduction of the signal generator through the isolated port.
Comparative signal strength readings are then taken with and without the interference present.
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sedan, front wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
3.9lL / V-6
Horsepower:
240 @ 5200 RPM
Torque :
245 @ 4800 RPM
Axle Ratio:
3.29
Curb Weight:
3588 lbs
Alternator Output: 150 Amp
Battery:
750 CCA
Transmission:
4 Speed automatic with overdrive
Suspension,
Front:
Independent McPherson strut, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Rear:
Independent tri-link, coil spring over strut, and stabilizer bar
Brakes,
Front:
11.9 inch vented disc
Rear:
10.9 inch solid disc
Tires:
Pirelli P225/60R16 AL3
Wheels:
16 x 6.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 19 mpg
Highway - 27 mpg
Seats,
Front:
High density foam bucket, 6 way power, manual lumbar
Rear:
Vinyl with high density foam bench
Exterior Dimension: Length 16.7 feet
Width 6.07 feet
Height 4.89 feet
Head Room:
Front - 39.4 inches Rear - 37.8 inches
Hip Room:
Front - 56.4 inches Rear - 57.2 inches
Leg Room:
Front - 42.3 inches Rear - 37.6 inches
Trunk:
18.6 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sport utility, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
5.3L / V-8
Horsepower:
295 @ 5200 RPM
Torque :
335 @ 4000 RPM
Axle Ratio:
3.73
Curb Weight:
5007 lbs
Alternator Output: 160 Amp
Battery:
770 CCA
Transmission:
4 Speed automatic with overdrive
Suspension,
Front:
Independent, single lower A-arm torsion bar, and stabilizer bar
Rear:
Multi link, coil spring, and stabilizer bar
Brakes,
Front:
12.0 inch vented disc
Rear:
13.0 inch vented disc
Tires:
General P255/70R16 Police radial
Wheels:
16 x 6.5 steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 26 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 15 mpg
Highway - 20 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Front heavy duty cloth bucket, high back with inboard arm rest
Rear:
Rear vinyl with high density foam bench
Exterior Dimension: Length 16.56 feet
Width 6.56 feet
Height 6.00 feet
Head Room:
Front 40.7 inches
Rear 39.4 inches
Hip Room:
Front 61.4 inches
Rear 61.3 inches
Leg Room:
Front 41.3 inches
Rear 38.6 inches
Rear Cargo:
63.6 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE - E85
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sport utility, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
5.3L / V-8
Horsepower:
295 @ 5200 RPM
Torque :
335 @ 4000 RPM
Axle Ratio:
3.73
Curb Weight:
5007 lbs
Alternator Output: 160 Amp
Battery:
770 CCA
Transmission:
4 Speed automatic with overdrive
Suspension,
Front:
Independent, single lower A-arm torsion bar, and stabilizer bar
Rear:
Multi link, coil spring, and stabilizer bar
Brakes,
Front:
12 inch vented disc
Rear:
13 inch vented disc
Tires:
General P255/70R16 Police radial
Wheels:
16 x 6.5 steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 26 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 15 mpg
Highway - 20 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Front heavy duty cloth bucket, high back with inboard arm rest
Rear:
Rear vinyl with high density foam bench
Exterior Dimension: Length 16.56 feet
Width 6.56 feet
Height 6.00 feet
Head Room:
Front 40.7 inches
Rear 39.4 inches
Hip Room:
Front 61.4 inches
Rear 61.3 inches
Leg Room:
Front 41.3 inches
Rear 38.6 inches
Rear Cargo:
63.6 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-6
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
3.5l / V-6
Horsepower:
250 @ 6400 RPM
Torque :
250 @ 3800 RPM
Axle Ratio:
2.87
Curb Weight:
4007 lbs
Alternator Output: 160 Amp
Battery:
800 CCA
Transmission:
5 Speed electronic automatic
Suspension,
Front:
Independent high arm SLA with dual ball joint lower, coil spring, and
sway bar
Rear:
Independent multi-link, coil spring, and sway bar
Brakes,
Front:
13.6 inch vented disc
Rear:
13.8 inch vented disc
Tires:
Continental P225/60R18 99V Pro Contact
Wheels:
18 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 19 mpg
Highway - 27 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Heavy duty cloth bucket
Rear:
Vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length - 16.68 feet Width 6.21 feet
Height 4.85 feet
Head Room:
Front - 38.7 inches Rear- 36.2 inches
Hip Room:
Front - 56.2 inches Rear - 55.5 inches
Leg Room:
Front - 41.8 inches Rear - 40.2 inches
Trunk:
16.2 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-8
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
5.7L / V-8
Horsepower:
340 @ 5000 RPM
Torque :
390 @ 4000 RPM
Axle Ratio:
2.82
Curb Weight:
42157 lbs
Alternator Output: 160 Amp
Battery:
800 CCA
Transmission:
5 Speed electronic automatic
Suspension,
Front:
Independent high arm SLA with dual ball joint lower, coil spring, and
sway bar
Rear:
Independent multi-link, coil spring, and sway bar
Brakes,
Front:
13.6 inch vented disc
Rear:
13.8 inch vented disc
Tires:
Continental P225/60R18 99V Pro Contact
Wheels:
18 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 17 mpg
Highway - 25 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Front heavy duty cloth bucket
Rear:
Rear vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length - 16.68 feet Width 6.21 feet
Height 4.85 feet
Head Room:
Front - 38.7 inches Rear- 36.2 inches
Hip Room:
Front - 56.2 inches Rear - 55.5 inches
Leg Room:
Front - 41.8 inches Rear - 40.2 inches
Trunk:
16.2 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-6
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door wagon, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
3.5L / V-6
Horsepower:
250 @ 6400 RPM
Torque :
250 @ 3800 RPM
Axle Ratio:
2.87
Curb Weight:
4093 lbs
Alternator Output: 160
Battery:
800 CCA
Transmission:
5 speed electronic automatic
Suspension,
Front:
Independent high arm SLA with dual ball joint lower, coil spring, and
sway bar
Rear:
Independent multi-link, coil spring, and sway bar
Brakes,
Front:
13.6 inch vented disc
Rear:
13.8 inch vented disc
Tires:
Continental P225/60R18 99V Pro Contact
Wheels:
18 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 19 mpg
Highway - 27 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Heavy duty cloth bucket
Rear:
Vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length 16.48 feet
Width 6.18 feet
Height 4.86 feet
Head Room:
Front 38.7 inches
Rear 38.1 inches
Hip Room:
Front 56.2 inches
Rear 56.1 inches
Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Rear 40.2 inches
Rear Cargo:
27.3 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door wagon, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
5.7L / V-8
Horsepower:
340 @ 5000 RPM
Torque :
390 @ 4000 RPM
Axle Ratio:
2.82
Curb Weight:
4272 lbs
Alternator Output: 160
Battery:
800 CCA
Transmission:
5 speed electronic automatic
Suspension,
Front:
Independent high arm SLA with dual ball joint lower, coil spring, and
sway bar
Rear:
Independent multi-link, coil spring, and sway bar
Brakes,
Front:
13.6 inch vented disc
Rear:
13.8 inch vented disc
Tires:
Continental P225/60R18 99V Pro Contact
Wheels:
18 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 19 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 17 mpg
Highway - 25 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Heavy duty cloth bucket
Rear:
Vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length 16.48 feet
Width 6.18 feet
Height 4.86 feet
Head Room:
Front 38.7 inches
Rear 38.1 inches
Hip Room:
Front 56.2 inches
Rear 56.1 inches
Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Rear 40.2 inches
Rear Cargo:
27.3 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 FORD CVPI - 3.27
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
4.6L / V-8
Horsepower:
250 @ 5000 RPM
Torque :
297 @ 4000 RPM
Axle Ratio:
3.27
Curb Weight:
3964 lbs
Alternator Output: 200 Amp
Battery:
750 CCA
Transmission:
4 Speed automatic with overdrive
Suspension,
Front:
Independent, SLA w/ball joint and coil spring, monotube shock
Rear:
4 bar link, w/Watt’s linkage, coil spring, monotube shock
Brakes,
Front:
12.01 inch vented disc
Rear:
11.61 inch vented disc
Tires:
Goodyear P235/55R17 98w Eagle RS-A
Wheels:
17 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity:19 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 16 mpg
Highway - 23 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Front heavy duty cloth bucket, w/power lumbar driver’s seat
Rear:
Rear vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length - 17.66 feet Width - 6.51 feet
Height - 4.73 feet
Head Room:
Front - 39.4 inches Rear - 38 inches
Hip Room:
Front - 57.1 inches Rear - 59 inches
Leg Room:
Front - 42.5 inches Rear - 39.6 inches
Trunk:
20.6 cubic foot
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VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 FORD CVPI - 3.55
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sedan, rear wheel drive, Police Package vehicle
Engine:
4.6L / V-8
Horsepower:
250 @ 5000 RPM
Torque :
297 @ 4000 RPM
Axle Ratio:
3.55
Curb Weight:
3964 lbs
Alternator Output: 200 Amp
Battery:
750 CCA
Transmission:
4 Speed automatic with overdrive
Suspension,
Front:
Independent, SLA w/ball joint and coil spring, monotube shock
Rear:
4 bar link, w/Watt’s linkage, coil spring, monotube shock
Brakes,
Front:
12.01 inch vented disc
Rear:
11.61 inch vented disc
Tires:
Goodyear P235/55R17 98w Eagle RS-A
Wheels:
17 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity:19 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City - 16 mpg
Highway - 23 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Front heavy duty cloth bucket, w/power lumbar driver’s seat
Rear:
Rear vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length - 17.66 feet Width - 6.51 feet
Height - 4.73 feet
Head Room:
Front - 39.4 inches Rear - 38 inches
Hip Room:
Front - 57.1 inches Rear - 59 inches
Leg Room:
Front - 42.5 inches Rear - 39.6 inches
Trunk:
20.6 cubic foot
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32 LAP HIGH SPEED VEHICLE
EVALUATION RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
This test is conducted on a high speed driving course. It is designed to evaluate, identify and
eliminate the obvious unacceptable vehicles (i.e., those vehicles that are demonstrably unstable
or otherwise exhibit unsafe characteristics).
For this test, four drivers are utilized for each vehicle. Each driver completes eight laps around
our 1.57 mile test track at the Los Angeles County Fairplex in Pomona, for a total of 32 timed
laps. Lap timing is via a "HOT LAP," digital-infrared timing device, mounted in the vehicle.
The fastest and the slowest lap times are eliminated, the remaining 6 lap times are averaged. The
average time and speed are recorded next to the drivers name.
Four Emergency Vehicle Operations Center driver training instructors, two each from the Los
Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Los Angeles Police Department share the driving and
evaluation of these vehicles.
At the conclusion of the preliminary handling portion of the test, each driver completes a
"Drivers Subjective Evaluation" form. If the test vehicle is judged unacceptable in this
preliminary review, it is rejected and not subject to further testing and evaluation.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9 L / V-6
3.29
4A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.28.50
1.25.49
1.24.87
1.25.39
1.25.22
1.25.59
1.25.53
1.26.01
1.25.53
66.08
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.28.30
1.24.92
1.24.78
1.24.75
1.25.26
1.24.97
1.24.41
1.25.22
1.24.98
66.53
Robinson, LASD
1.29.25
1.26.75
1.25.53
1.26.06
1.26.61
1.25.97
1.26.40
1.26.68
1.26.41
65.41
Penrith, LAPD
1.27.82
1.24.97
1.24.91
1.24.94
1.24.86
1.24.91
1.25.13
1.25.47
1.25.05
66.45
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
8:19
67 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
8:35
73 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
9:12
76 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
9:32
79 Degrees Fahrenheit
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9 L / V-6
3.29
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
2
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
2
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight understeer characteristics but was very
predictable and manageable. The front end was pushing the first five laps,
but then was holding the last three (probably due to new tires). Slight
floating of the front end through the “S” and 180/ turn. Very good
handling vehicle
Transmission:
Very good shifting points except for 180/ turn (slight searching). At times
there was a little lag in acceleration coming out of the turns if you were a
little aggressive.
Brakes:
Remained consistent laps #1-5 with a good rate of deceleration. Laps #6-8
I started experiencing a slight fade, but was very predictable and
manageable with an earlier braking point ( one car length).
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Good deceleration power with minor drop off into lap #13. Onset of fade
was minor and predictable.
Engine:
Best impala power train yet. Good power with seamless power delivery.
Noted a “Hick-up” in power delivery exiting decreasing radius turns most
laps (fuel starvation or traction control). Very short duration, minimally
intrusive.
Transmission:
Transmission did not hunt up and down.
Handling:
Very mild understeer to neutral. In later laps, the car tended to use more
roadway exiting turns as if tires were beginning to overheat/fade. Mild,
but noticeable. Overall best impala ever.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
I experienced neutral to minimal understeer handling characteristics in this
car. Body lean was minimal as was bounce. Steering feel was a little bit
light.
Brakes:
The brakes were consistent throughout all eight laps. I experienced
minimal fade on lap #21, on all three applications. Pedal feel and travel
was good and consistent throughout.
Engine:
The engine made very good power but seemed to cut out a little bit if the
car was bouncing. This was most noticeable in the decreasing radius turn.
Transmission:
The transmission had good shift points and did not “search”’ at all .
Ergonomics:
The car was comfortable and very adjustable.
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DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Adequate power - smooth consistent delivery. Power band is in a higher
range than that of the Crown Victoria.
Transmission:
Consistent shifts. I would prefer slightly harder/quicker/more positive
shifts.
Tires:
Good overall traction level, smooth transitions but did seem to lose
traction slightly as laps went by.
Handling:
Slight understeer on steady state corner. Slight lift on pedal rotates car
very well. Have to wait on power input out of slow corners to reduce
understeer. Would be nice to reduce body lean slightly.
Brakes:
Good pedal feel. Minor fade by lap #30.
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.34.08
1.29.57
1.29.40
1.29.65
1.29.99
1.30.16
1.32.36
1.31.20
1.30.48
62.46
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.32.83
1.29.44
1.29.24
1.29.67
1.29.23
1.29.90
1.30.90
1.30.44
1.29.93
62.85
Robinson, LASD
1.33.05
1.30.33
1.30.21
1.30.41
1.32.24
1.30.06
1.30.81
1.32.23
1.31.03
62.08
Penrith, LAPD
1.31.92
1.29.04
1.29.66
1.30.58
1.30.65
1.29.65
1.30.84
1.30.66
1.30.34
62.56
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
11:10
89 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
11:29
89 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
11:49
94 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
12:10
91 Degrees Fahrenheit
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
3
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
3
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed moderate to slight oversteer characteristics. It was
predictable and manageable. I also experienced some body lean through
the 180/ turn and some bounce through the ‘S’ turn.
Transmission:
Good shift points with a little lag coming out of the turns. Would search
for the proper gear on the 180/ turn.
Brakes:
Good rate of deceleration laps 1-6. On laps 7-8, I experienced a gas
release sound on the power boost and then an extreme pedal travel. This
effected the rate of deceleration (30-40%). I adjusted my braking point ( 2
car lengths) still experienced pedal travel, but not as drastic and had a
good rate of deceleration again.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Power ok. Noted distinct onset of fade into lap #13. Brake and power
seemed to have stabilized by lap #16. Brake accuracy compromised by
pronounced fore/aft bounce during braking.
Bounce:
Very bouncy in straight line. Some in turns but not near to the same
degree.
Handling:
Began with mild to moderate oversteer. Throttle initiated oversteer in
180/ turn was a factor to deal with by lap #14. Strong tendency towards
trail-brake oversteer into slow and fast turns.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
I experienced moderate to excessive oversteer in all turns. Bounce and
body lean were moderate. The steering effort and input were good.
Brakes:
I experienced some fade starting on lap #20. This was compensated for
with earlier brake applications.
Engine:
The engine made good power throughout all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission was good. Shift points were also good.
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Strong even power delivery.
Transmission:
Well matched, good shift points, consistent.
Tires:
Very predictable, good overall grip.
Suspension:
Very tall vehicle, but surprisingly very controlled body roll. Does
sometimes bounce or hop through 180/ turn.
Brakes:
Very poor, long soft pedal (from lap #25). Vehicle does slow, but much
greater distance. Was able to push through pedal and get more
deceleration, but warning lights and bells went off.
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Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.31.94
1.28.60
1.28.70
1.28.20
1.29.96
1.29.93
1.30.91
1.30.55
1.29.77
62.96
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.32.70
1.28.64
1.27.87
1.28.61
1.28.70
1.28.83
1.28.88
1.28.85
1.28.75
63.68
Robinson, LASD
1.32.34
1.28.58
1.29.17
1.29.26
1.29.47
1.30.01
1.31.38
1.30.17
1.29.91
62.86
Penrith, LAPD
1.32.59
1.29.16
1.29.11
1.29.92
1.29.19
1.29.55
1.30.57
1.30.02
1.29.73
62.98
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
11:00
76 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
11:19
75 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
11:40
78 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
12:00
78 Degrees Fahrenheit
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
2-3
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
3
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
2
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 28
4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight to moderate oversteer characteristics
throughout all turns, but was predictable and manageable. It also had
slight to moderate body lean and bounce through the 180/ turn.
Transmission:
Shifting points were good but would search sometimes through 180/ turn.
Brakes:
Very strong rate of deceleration laps 1-5. From laps 6-8, I started
experiencing slight to moderate fade but was manageable with an earlier
braking point (2-3 car length) especially in the north turn.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
With one exception noted below, brakes were consistent and progressive
throughout. Just a little fade into lap # 12, but then stabilized. Note:
beginning lap #15, at the end of straight into south turn, brake pedal went
straight to floor with no discernable resistance. However, deceleration
value was only slightly less than normal. Full recovery by next hard
application and no further event.
Handling:
Pronounced oversteer. Vehicle was rear traction limited in and exiting
turns. Would easily go sideways entering turns if brakes not fully
released. Steering very darty recovering from skids, but less so in later
laps (driver adaption?).
Bounce:
Pronounced bounce on straights and braking over bumps. Not bad, but
very noticeable. A little bounce through 180/ turn, however, no control
issue.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed moderate oversteer which could be induced with or
without power. It also displayed moderate bounce through the 180/ turn
and the “S” turn. The oversteer had a tendency to snap back sometimes
causing a secondary skid.
Brakes:
The brakes were good throughout all eight laps. There was minimal fade
and no noticeable pull. Pedal feel and travel was consistent.
Engine:
The engine made good power throughout.
Transmission:
For the most part, the transmission was good but it sometimes “searched”
for the correct gear in the “S” and 180/ turn. This tended to occur when
the vehicle was bouncing.
Ergonomics:
The vehicle was comfortable and very adjustable.
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DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
OCELLO - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Handling:
There was oversteer and the secondary was violent enough to cause you to
over correct. The bounce in the 180/ was very pronounced on several
driving lines.
Brakes:
The brakes held well on each lap. I did not notice any fade during my
laps.
Transmission:
During the “bounce” I did notice the transmission was searching for a
gear.
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.28.56
1.24.94
1.24.76
1.24.67
1.24.91
1.24.93
1.24.68
1.25.13
1.24.89
66.58
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.28.24
1.24.25
1.24.32
1.23.90
1.23.80
1.23.44
1.24.00
1.23.97
1.24.04
67.25
Robinson, LASD
1.28.86
1.26.48
1.25.31
1.25.10
1.24.97
1.25.43
1.25.11
1.25.05
1.25.41
66.17
Penrith, LAPD
1.27.18
1.23.75
1.23.88
1.23.45
1.25.53
1.23.54
1.24.14.
1.23.72
1.24.09
67.75
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
8:58
76 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
9:32
80 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
9:52
78 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
10:09
80 Degrees Fahrenheit
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
2
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
2
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 32
4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-6
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 4:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight understeer characteristics through the 180/
turn. It was very predictable and very manageable.
Transmission:
There was a lag coming out of all turns. Almost as if it needed to
downshift and get a lower gear. Shifting points at the top end were good.
Brakes:
Very good rate of deceleration throughout all turns and throughout all
eight (8) laps.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Handling:
Moderate understeer bias. Would not trail brake oversteer into turns. Less
understeer would decrease lap times.
Brakes:
Outstanding! Short stopping distances. No evidence of fade. Excellent
feel on both application and release makes them super easy to modulate.
Steering:
Fine, minimal bounce.
Engine:
On longest straightaway approaching decreasing radius turn, would
upshift, hit 4300-4400 rpm and just stay there with little perceptible
acceleration. Did not feel as noticeable on long front straight.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed minimal to moderate understeer handling
characteristics. The body lean and bounce were minimal. The steering
feel was very good.
Brakes:
Outstanding. The rate of deceleration is great. There was no fade or pull.
Engine:
The engine made good power throughout all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission had good smooth, consistent shifts.
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Transmission:
Consistent shifts at 6,000 rpm plus - would like firmer/faster shifts.
Tires:
Excellent, predictable traction loss and recovery.
Handling:
Would like to see slightly less understeer. Body roll minimal, even quick
transitions with lateral shifts did not cause oversteer.
Brakes:
No brake fade, great feel both into and out of pedal. I could brake 3 to 4
car lengths later than both Ford and Chevy from the same or higher top
speed. These brakes set a new standard for police vehicles.
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.24.62
1.21.97
1.23.22
1.22.19
1.21.99
1.21.83
1.21.41
1.21.44
1.22.10
68.84
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.23.94
1.20.85
1.20.68
1.21.08
1.20.91
1.20.95
1.21.25
1.20.99
1.21.00
69.77
Robinson, LASD
1.25.12
1.21.73
1.20.92
1.21.20
1.22.03
1.22.03
1.22.35
1.21.23
1.21.76
69.13
Penrith, LAPD
1.23.92
1.21.16
1.20.52
1.21.26
1.21.23
1.24.23
1.22.89
1.21.18
1.21.94
68.98
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
11:48
94 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
12:10
94 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
12:30
91 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
12"46
94 Degrees Fahrenheit
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VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 35
4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-8
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight oversteer characteristics but was very
predictable and easy to manage. I experienced a slight drift through the
‘S’ turn with a little oversteer. Very good handling vehicle.
Transmission:
Very good shifting points with very stable acceleration throughout all
turns.
Brakes:
Very good rate of deceleration throughout all laps. On lap #3 on the South
turn, I experienced a step down sensation and a premature “ABS” feel.
That lessened the rate of deceleration by about 30%, causing me to exit the
course. I adjusted my braking point by two (2) car lengths and it never
happened again, and had good rate of deceleration.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Excellent. Just a slight loss of initial “bite” as laps progressed but no
noticeable drop off in power. Minor wheel chatter over bumps entering
decreasing radius. No control problem, just observation.
Handling:
Mild understeer easily translated to oversteer with throttle application.
Very neutral in high speed 180/ turn.
Power:
Excellent power throughout the range. Easily modulated throttle, making
transitions to throttle involved oversteer simple.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
I experienced moderate understeer to power induced oversteer. Steering
feel and input were good. There was minimal bounce or body lean.
Brakes:
I noticed some brake fade on laps #20-22. On laps #23&24 I was able to
re-adjust back to my original braking points. The rate of deceleration was
very good throughout.
Engine:
The engine made very good power throughout all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission shifted smoothly. The shift points were good.
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Excellent power delivery.
Transmission:
No issues, consistent.
Handling:
Slight understeer, easily controlled with power
Tires:
Excellent and predictable.
Brakes:
Minor fade requiring earlier application, but still consistent.
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Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.28.87
1.25.78
1.25.55
1.25.91
1.25.31
1.25.97
1.25.53
1.26.08
1.25.80
65.87
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.29.14
1.25.11
1.25.10
1.25.27
1.25.33
1.25.47
1.25.19
1.25.38
1.25.29
66.27
Robinson, LASD
1.29.81
1.26.04
1.26.47
1.26.01
1.26.26
1.25.74
1.26.06
1.26.65
1.26.24
65.53
Penrith, LAPD
1.28.60
1.25.01
1.25.34
1.25.55
1.25.23
1.25.97
1.25.28
1.25.98
1.25..55
66.06
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
12:30
91 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
12:48
94 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
1:08
96 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
1:24
97 Degrees Fahrenheit
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TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7 L / V-6
2.82
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
2
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-6
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed a slight understeer characteristics, but was very
predictable and manageable. Very good handling, controllable vehicle.
Transmission:
There was a lag coming out of all turns. Needs a lower shifting point.
Top end shifting points were good.
Brakes:
Very good rate of deceleration throughout all eight (8) laps. No change in
braking points.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Spectacular. Consistent without a hint of fade entire session. Extremely
short braking distance.
Power:
Fair, unable to induce oversteer with throttle. Speed ok, but weak midrange torque.
Handling:
Strong bias towards understeer, it cost lap time but no control problem.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed neutral to minimal understeer handling
characteristics. There was minimal lean and bounce. Steering input was
good as was feel.
Brakes:
The brakes were excellent. Pedal feel and travel was very good and
consistent. There was no noticeable fade
Engine:
The engine made decent power during all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission shifted smoothly and the shift points were good.
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Adequate, as powerful as Ford and Chevy once in the higher RPM’s.
Transmission :
Flawless
Suspension:
Slight to moderate understeer, very predictable, easy to drive.
Tires:
Excellent
Brakes:
Very good, but was getting fade from lap #26. Consistent, just longer
stopping distances, still good feel. On one occasion pedal stepped down
and I had very little deceleration. Released pedal and reapplied and they
came back.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.24.89
1.21.36
1.21.53
1.21.47
1.21.58
1.21.58
1.21.02
1.21.22
1.21.45
69.39
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.24.17
1.20.41
1.20.52
1.19.93
1.20.15
1.20.75
1.21.21
1.20.85
1.20.64
70.08
Robinson, LASD
1.24.41
1.21.76
1.23.18
1.21.69
1.23.33
1.21.44
1.22.50
1.21.64
1.22.35
68.63
Penrith, LAPD
1.23.61
1.21.09
1.21.31
1.21.27
1.21.50
1.21.03
1.20.64
1.21.34
1.21.25
69.56
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
9:52
78 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
10:08
80 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
10:33
86 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
10:50
86 Degrees Fahrenheit
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5 L / V-8
2.87
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
2
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight to moderate understeer characteristics, but
was very predictable and manageable. The first five (5) laps I was
experiencing slight to moderate front end push (180/ turn) probably due to
being the first driver. After lap #5, I started getting a lot better adhesion
and a little less push. Very good handling vehicle.
Transmission:
Very good shifting points throughout all turns.
Brakes:
Remained consistent laps 1-7 with consistent braking points. Lap #8
slight fade but was adjustable by braking one (1) car length sooner. Very
good rate of deceleration.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Excellent. Good power throughout test with minor loss of initial bite into
lap #13. Always recovered by end of lap. Excellent linear feel under
application and release.
Handling:
Mild to moderate understeer, easily corrected with throttle. Exiting slower
turns, the car could be made to trail brake oversteer into 180/ turn.
Engine:
Excellent power, very easy to modulate, made even easier due to
outstanding mid-range torque.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed moderate understeer to power-induced oversteer
handling characteristics. Body lean and bounce were minimal. The
steering input and feel were also very good.
Brakes:
This vehicle displayed progressive fade on each lap into the south turn.
This was adjustable with increased (earlier) applications. There was no
pull.
Engine:
The engine made very good power and the power output was very linear.
Transmission:
The transmission shifted smoothly, and shift points were good.
Ergonomics:
The car will easily fit a large person. There is excessive wind buffeting
when only the rear windows are down.
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Outstanding, smooth delivery very broad torque curve.
Transmission:
Smooth consistent shifts, although it could be firmer.
Tires:
Excellent, predictable.
Suspension:
Flat slight understeer correctable with throttle.
Brakes:
Minor fade lap #32.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.27
4A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.28.28
1.24.54
1.25.00
1.24.54
1.24.54
1.24.55
1.25.11
1.24.35
1.24.71
66.72
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.26.41
1.23.94
1.24.38
1.23.59
1.23.80
1.23.27
1.23.84
1.23.80
1.23.89
67.37
Robinson, LASD
1.30.17
1.24.95
1.24.68
1.24.49
1.24.30
1.24.40
1.25.06
1.24.97
1.24.75
66.68
Penrith, LAPD
1.28.57
1.23.86
1.24.07
1.23.61
1.23.28
1.23.46
1.23.48
1.23.26
1.23.62
67.59
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
7:44
63 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
7:59
64 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
8:17
67 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
8:35
73 Degrees Fahrenheit
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight understeer characteristics but was very
predictable and manageable. Good steering effort ratio.
Transmission:
Very good shifting points throughout all eight (8) laps. Slight lag coming
out of north turn.
Brakes:
Remained consistent laps 1-5 with a good rate of deceleration. Laps 6-8 a
slight fade and slight pedal drop (1 inch) but was predictable and
manageable with an earlier braking point (1 car length) also was consistent
from laps 6-8.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Deceleration power good. Slight onset of fade into lap #13, mostly noted
in less initial bite braking at end of long straight. ABS activation smooth
without incident.
Transmission:
Inconsistent downshifting exiting two (2) slow turns.
Engine:
Good power with long usable powerband.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed neutral to minimal understeer characteristics.
There was also minimal body lean and bounce. The handling was very
predictable and consistent. Steering effort and feel were good.
Brakes:
I experienced brake fade on lap #17 at the south turn possibly due to heat
soak. After that, the brakes came back and I did not feel fade again until
lap #23. At that time the fade was minimal and manageable.
Engine:
The engine was responsive and made good power for all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission had good shift points and was consistent.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Power delivery is smooth and adequate. Good acceleration out of slow
corners.
Transmission:
Smooth and consistent. Would benefit from tighter, harder, and quicker
shifts.
Tires:
Excellent, very smooth transitions from traction to loss of traction.
Steering:
Good feedback and effort, good ratio.
Suspension:
Steady state of slight understeer through the 180/ turn, easily corrected
with a slight lift to reduce power, but the front does not get any better bite.
Lateral weight shifts under power produces oversteer.
Brakes:
Fairly long, hard pedal with only a very small working area. Absolutely
no feel or bite, car did slow acceptably, but did not inspire any confidence.
Did not seem to get much worse (used roughly same braking points for all
eight (8) laps).
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 13, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.55
4A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.28.72
1.24.47
1.24.72
1.24.56
1.24.44
1.24.69
1.24.20
1.24.49
1.24.56
66.84
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.26.52
1.23.54
1.24.22
1.23.86
1.24.25
1.23.83
1.23.96
1.24.06
1.24.03
67.26
Robinson, LASD
1.27.35
1.25.10
1.24.32
1.24.64
1.24.52
1.25.11
1.24.60
1.24.69
1.24.77
66.67
Penrith, LAPD
1.26.71
1.24.60
1.24.23
1.24.05
1.24.88
1.24.31
1.24.63
1.24.81
1.24.57
66.83
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
10:33
86 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
10:50
86 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
11:10
86 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
11"29
86 Degrees Fahrenheit
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.55
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
2
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 FORD CVPI 3.55
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight oversteer characteristic at times, especially at
the beginning and through the 180/ turn, but very manageable. After the
tires heated up (2nd lap), there was very good adhesion throughout the
remaining laps. Very good handling vehicle.
Transmission:
Very good shifting points throughout all turns.
Brakes:
Very good rate of deceleration laps 1-7 with consistent braking points.
On lap #8 I had to adjust my braking point by about a car length due to a
slight fade but was very predictable and manageable.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Good braking with onset of fade into lap #13. No perceptible brake loss
after lap #13.
Handling:
Mild understeer at first but changed to mild oversteer in high speed turns
by lap #13. Most noticeable in long 180/ turn where throttle induced
oversteer was easily obtained.
Power:
Smooth linear power delivery with usable mid-range torque, made easy to
use by consistent transmission operation.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed neutral to minimal understeer characteristics. Body
lean and bounce were minimal. Steering input and feel were good.
Brakes:
I experienced fade beginning on lap #19. The fade was minimal and
manageable. There was no pull.
Engine:
The engine made good power throughout all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission shifted smoothly. Shift points are good.
PENRITH - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Engine:
Strong, broad torque curve.
Differential:
Could not tell the difference between 3.27 and 3.55.
Tires:
Predictable, smooth transitions.
Suspension:
Very slight understeer, very neutral out of 180/ turn.
Brakes:
Small travel range to work brakes, medium-hard pedal with no feel, a fair
amount of fade starting on lap #26 and continued to get worse. Acceptable
stopping distance but no feel and does not inspire confidence.
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PURSUIT COURSE EVALUATION
RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
This test is for those vehicles equipped with a factory installed “POLICE PACKAGE” and
identified by the manufacturer as pursuit vehicles. This test is conducted on a closed 2.45 mile
city street course which closely represents the environment most urban law enforcement
emergency response vehicles must contend with. The course has virtually no straight-a-ways and
consists of right and left hand turns and obstacles in the road way.
This is the final test during our “road” certification and the manufacturer’s, if they so choose, are
allowed to rebuild the vehicle’s brake system prior to this test.
For this test, two drivers are utilized for each vehicle. Each driver completes two laps around
the city or “pursuit” course. Lap timing is via a "HOT LAP," digital-infrared timing device,
mounted in the car. The combined times of the two laps are recorded next to the driver's name.
If the test vehicle is unable to complete the course in under 4 minutes and 45 seconds, it is judged
unacceptable for high speed law enforcement use.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9 L / V-6
3.29
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
2
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
HEMSWORTH
2.11.11
2.08.24
4.19.35
33.99
PENRITH
2.11.07
2.09.45
4.20.52
33.84
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
HEMSWORTH:
Steering:
Bounce:
Handling:
Brakes:
PENRITH:
Handling:
Easy to over - input steering once understeer begins. Steering effort is a
little light.
Noticeable bounce over undulations in road causing significant tire spin.
Understeer predominates. Very east to create excessive understeer if any
steering put in while vehicle is braking.
Brake power feels less impressive in pursuit mode than on high speed
track. Brake distances longer than anticipated, but acceptable.
When inside, front wheel loses any traction at all, power cuts off very
abruptly and comes on just as abruptly. Vehicle does not like to brake and
steer at the same time. Could ABS be set a little less aggressively?
Moderate understeer was easily controlled by reducing power. Overall,
vehicle drove well, there were no surprises.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
3
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
HEMSWORTH
2.20.69
2.17.40
4.38.09
31.07
PENRITH
2.19.73
2.16.14
4.35.87
31.96
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
HEMSWORTH:
Steering:
Body lean:
Bounce:
Handling:
Brakes:
PENRITH:
Handling:
Brakes:
Engine:
Effort little too light, very easy to over-input steering.
Noticeably more than sedans, but no control problem.
Significant fore/aft bounce upon brake application. Made accurate brake
application more challenging.
Strong understeer into slow corners coupled with excessive wheelspin
upon throttle application made for busy time driving. Could easily get
inexperienced driver in trouble.
Other than difficulty in getting precise application, no problem. No fade
noted during pursuit run.
Big truck on little course. Lots of understeer and lots of wheel spin. Very
predictable. Big weight transfers and you have to work the wheel fast.
Brakes worked well and were consistent the whole session.
Engine pulls strong but sometimes power seems to cut on with excessive
wheel spin.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
3
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
2
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2005 CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
GOEDHART
2.17.95
2.15.03
4.32.98
32.29
HEMSWORTH
2.17.65
2.15.48
4.33.13
32.28
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
HEMSWORTH:
Handling:
Lean:
Bounce:
Steering:
Transmission:
GOODHART:
Handling:
Lean:
Brakes:
Transmission:
Predominant characteristic is oversteer. Vehicle will go into trail brake
oversteer unless all braking in a straight line and brakes released. Brake
power good and consistent without fade through entire run.
Noticeable, but no control problem.
Significant bounce on rough pavement or over dips. Not a problem at
other times.
Steering effort a bit light. Slightly more effort would reduce ease of overinput of steering.
Inconsistent shifting exiting turns, sometimes no downshift, sometimes no
downshift until exiting, then downshift causing oversteer or spinning of
inside rear tire and loss of acceleration potential. Note: “trans hot” light
illuminated during my second lap causing even more inconsistent shifts.
Gap from low to second little to large, caused engine to drop out of
powerband.
This vehicle displayed moderate to heavy oversteer characteristics. Also
very easy to over accelerate this vehicle, even when you would modulate
the throttle.
Some body lean and bounce in a few portions of the pursuit course (dog
leg and switchback).
Brakes were great throughout both laps with a good rate of deceleration.
There would be a lag at times and then it would downshift aggressively
causing the tires to spin.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION- PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATIO - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 DODGE CHARGER 3.5 L / V-6
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
GOEDHART
2.06.09
2.05.89
4.11.98
34.99
ROBINSON
2.09.07
2.07.04
4.16.11
34.42
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
GOEDHART:
Handling:
Transmission:
Brakes:
ROBINSON:
Handling:
Brakes:
Engine:
Transmission:
Ergonomics:
This vehicle displayed slight to moderate understeer characteristics but
was predictable and manageable. Very good handling vehicle.
There was a lag coming out of all turns. It needs a lower gear or a better
downshift. Upper gear is good.
Great rate of deceleration throughout all turns.
This car displayed moderate understeer characteristics. The quick steering
ratio and amount of understeer make it difficult to be precise with input.
Leave the steering ratio the same and take out some of the understeer.
The brakes were very good with very good deceleration. There was no
fade.
The engine made good power throughout both laps.
The transmission shifted well throughout both labs.
Good.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 DODGE CHARGER 5.7L V-8
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
GOEDHART
2.05.31
2.04.29
4.09.60
35.32
ROBINSON
2.06.16
2.05.84
4.12.00
34.98
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
GOEDHART:
Handling:
Transmission:
Brakes:
ROBINSON:
Handling:
Brakes:
Engine:
Transmission:
This vehicle displayed slight to moderate oversteer characteristics but was
very predictable. Very good handling vehicle.
Good shifting points, but was easy to over accelerate.
Very responsive and very good rate of deceleration.
This vehicle displayed neutral to power induced oversteer characteristics.
The steering was good with good feel and input. There was minimal body
lean and bounce.
The brakes were very good. There was no fade or pull, and the rate of
deceleration was very good.
The engine made gobs of power and torque.
The transmission was very good.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
2
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 DODGE MAGNUM 3.5L V-6
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
HEMSWORTH
2.08.01
2.07.07
4.15.08
34.56
PENRITH
2.10.84
2.08.81
4.19.65
33.95
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
HEMSWORTH:
Brakes:
Handling:
Overall:
PENRITH:
Brakes:
Handling:
Engine:
Transmission:
Excellent. Short stopping distances with no fade and excellent feel.
Significant understeer caused slow cornering speeds making it hard to
carry momentum.
Good package, but lacks torque for quick on-off maneuvering.
Brakes well consistent and predictable.
Car exhibits quite a bit of understeer on tight corners. Have to be
conservative with throttle. Overall handling is very good. Very busy with
steering on this tight course. Tires held very well. Could not induce
oversteer.
Engine power is adequate and smooth.
No issues with transmission shifting points, etc.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
2
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 DODGE MAGNUM 5.7L V-8
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
HEMSWORTH
2.07.15
2.05.52
4.12.67
34.89
PENRITH
2.09.79
2.07.75
4.17.54
34.23
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
HEMSWORTH:
Brakes:
Handling:
Power:
PENRITH:
Brakes:
Handling:
Good power with no evidence of fade throughout pursuit.
Strong initial understeer, most prevalent into very slow turns. Application
of power would cause wheelspin and rapid transition to oversteer.
Excellent, but very easy to over throttle creating oversteer.
Brakes were very strong - no fade. Can easily use power to steer vehicle
around corners.
If you come off brakes too early or do not commit to power, you get
moderate understeer. Quicker steering ratio on a course like this would be
helpful. Tires held well and were predictable.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6l / V-8
3.27
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
2
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
GOEDHART
2.09.94
2.08.14
4.18.08
34.16
ROBINSON
2.10.80
2.10.23
4.21.03
33.77
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
GOEDHART:
Handling:
Transmission:
Brakes:
ROBINSON:
Handling:
Brakes:
Engine:
Transmission:
This vehicle displayed slight understeer characteristics but was very
predictable and manageable. Very good handling throughout pursuit test.
Good shifting points throughout all turns.
Good rate of deceleration throughout all turns.
This vehicle displayed neutral to slight understeer in turns. The steering
input was good but the feel was a little bit heavy in tight turns.
The brakes were good and consistent throughout both laps.
The engine had good power throughout both laps.
The transmission was good.
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VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.55
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
1
BOUNCE
1
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
1
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - PURSUIT COURSE
2006 FORD CVPI 3.55
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
GOEDHART
2.08.04
2.06.39
4.14.43
34.65
ROBINSON
2.08.65
2.06.25
4.14.90
34.58
DRIVER’S COMMENTS
GOEDHART:
Handling:
Transmission:
Brakes:
ROBINSON:
Handling:
Brakes:
Engine:
Transmission:
This vehicle displayed slight understeer characteristics, but was
predictable and manageable. Very good handling vehicle.
Very good shifting points throughout the turns.
Very good rate of deceleration throughout the two laps.
This car displayed neutral to slight oversteer handling characteristics.
Body lean and bounce were minimal. Steering input and feel were good.
The brakes were good and consistent on both laps. There was no fade.
The engine made good power throughout both laps. It was very
responsive exiting turns (3.55 gears).
The shift points were good.
Page 67
BRAKE TEST RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
This test procedure measures the braking response and efficiency of the vehicle.
The test is conducted immediately following the preliminary handling test (32 laps). This
ensures that the brakes are tested after being driven at high speeds, thus simulating the actual
operating conditions experienced by the officer in the field.
The test is conducted by first accelerating the vehicle to 80 MPH, then decelerating to a stop,
maintaining an average deceleration rate of 22 feet per second. This procedure is repeated three
additional times. At this point, a five minute stationary cool down period occurs. The vehicle is
then accelerated to a speed of 60 MPH and decelerated at the maximum deceleration rate
attainable before the onset of ABS. After a two minute delay, the 60 MPH procedure is repeated
again. As soon as the vehicle has stopped, it is immediately accelerated to 60 MPH and then
stopped as quickly as possible, simulating a panic stop. That stopping distance is measured and
recorded. If a brake malfunction is experienced (i.e., severe fading or inability to stop in a
straight line,) an effort is made to detect the cause of the brake failure. If it is decided that the
failure is inherent in the engineering of the brake system of the vehicle, the test is discontinued
and the vehicle is disqualified from further testing. If the failure is associated with a correctable
situation, it is corrected and the test is rerun. The defect and any remedial action taken are noted
in the test results.
Page 68
BRAKE TEST RESULTS
PANIC STOP FROM 60 MILES PER HOUR TO ZERO
PASS / FAIL
DISTANCE IN FEET
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
Pass
174.75
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
Pass
157.48
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
Pass
170.95
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-6
Pass
155.01
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8 (HEMI)
Pass
166.86
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8 (HEMI)
2nd TEST **
Pass
147.83
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-6
Pass
150.31
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-8 (HEMI)
Pass
137.50
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27 DIFFERENTIAL
Pass
193.56
2006 FORD CVPI 3.55 DIFFERENTIAL
Pass
154.44
**This was a second test, conducted at the request of the manufacturer. It was not conducted in
conjunction with the 32 lap high speed course.
Page 69
ACCELERATION EVALUATION
RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
This test is designed to measure vehicle performance in terms of acceleration, including speed
and time elapsed at the quarter mile. Although the top speed is not recorded, a minimum of 100
MPH is generally obtained to satisfy the requirements for high speed law enforcement patrol.
All of the information gathered during the acceleration and subsequent brake test is gathered
using a “DATRON SPEED SENSOR.” This electronic device measures distance, time and
speed. The Datron Speed Sensor is lap top computer driven and is the same type used by most
major automobile manufacturers in conducting their vehicle evaluations.
Page 70
ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
ZERO TO 60 MPH & ZERO TO 100
MPH
0 TO 60 MPH
0 TO 100 MPH
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
8.43
21.07
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
8.91
24.50
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
8.52
22.98
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-6
8.84
22.69
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8 (HEMI)
6.56
15.75
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-6
8.63
22.03
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-8 (HEMI)
6.52
15.14
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27 DIFFERENTIAL
8.44
21.45
2006 FORD CVPI 3.55 DIFFERENTIAL
8.58
21.22
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ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER -Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9 L / V-6
3.29
4A
0 - 20MPH
2.10
0 - 30 MPH
3.39
0 - 40 MPH
4.75
0 - 50 MPH
6.21
0 - 60 MPH
8.43
0 - 70 MPH
10.86
0 - 80 MPH
13.33
0 - 90 MPH
16.29
0 - 100 MPH
21.07
30 - 60 MPH
5.04
60 - 100 MPH
12.64
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.45 SECONDS / 90.56 MPH
**Standing Start
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ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER -Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
0 - 20 MPH
2.19
0 - 30 MPH
3.45
0 - 40 MPH
4.79
0 - 50 MPH
6.68
0 - 60 MPH
8.91
0 - 70 MPH
11.38
0 - 80 MPH
14.20
0 - 90 MPH
18.89
0 - 100 MPH
24.50
30 - 60 MPH
5.46
60 - 100 MPH
15.59
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.80 SECONDS / 85.80 MPH
**Standing Start
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ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER -Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
0 - 20 MPH
2.05 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
3.31 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
4.62 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
6.37 SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
8.52 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
10.85 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
13.48 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
18.15 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
22.98 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
5.21 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
14.46 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.56 SECONDS / 87.05 MPH
**Standing Start
Page 74
ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
0 - 20 MPH
2.16 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
3.54 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
4.92 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
6.48 SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
8.63 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
11.08 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
13.5 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
17.63 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
22.03 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
5.09 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
13.40 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.63 SECONDS / 88.01 MPH
**Standing Start
Page 75
ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
0 - 20 MPH
1.89 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
2.80 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
3.75 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
5.09 SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
6.52 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
8.04 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
10.24 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
12.55 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
15.14 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
3.72 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
8.62 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
14.93 SECONDS / 99.2 MPH
**Standing Start
Page 76
ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
0 - 20 MPH
2.24 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
3.61 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
5.05 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
6.67 SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
8.84 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
11.25 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
14.07 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
18.6 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
22.69 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
5.23 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
13.85 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.81 SECONDS / 87 MPH
**Standing Start
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ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
0 - 20 MPH
1.91 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
2.88 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
3.85 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
5.14 SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
6.56 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
8.27 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
10.43 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
12.8 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
15.75 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
3.68 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
9.19 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
15.04 SECONDS / 98 MPH
**Standing Start
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ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.27
4A
0 - 20 MPH
1.97 Seconds
0 - 30 MPH
3.27 Seconds
0 - 40 MPH
4.59 Seconds
0 - 50 MPH
6.30 Seconds
0 - 60 MPH
8.44 Seconds
0 - 70 MPH
10.74 Seconds
0 - 80 MPH
13.21 Seconds
0 - 90 MPH
16.78 Seconds
0 - 100 MPH
21.45 Seconds
30 - 60 MPH
5.17 Seconds
60 - 100 MPH
13.01 Seconds
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.45 Seconds / 89.41 MPH
**Standing Start
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ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.55
4A
0 - 20 MPH
2.16 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
3.38 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
4.78 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
6.51SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
8.58 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
10.76 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
13.45 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
17.09 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
21.22 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
5.20 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
12.64 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.55 SECONDS / 88.62 MPH
**Standing Start
Page 80
HEAT TEST RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
This test was conducted immediately at the conclusion of the 32 high speed laps. The
results of the test are compared against the manufacturers recommended maximum
temperatures for the pass/fail rating. Outside air temperature is measured away from the
vehicle and in direct sunlight. All temperatures are recorded in Fahrenheit. This process is
accomplished in the following manner:
Transmission Fluid
Engine Oil
Power Steering
Radiator Coolant
A Digital thermometer is inserted into the transmission via the
dip stick hole, or in the case of the Dodge Hemi engines, the
measurement is taken from the vehicle’s sensors via the ALDL
connector.
A Digital thermometer is inserted into the oil pan via the dip
stick hole.
A Digital thermometer is inserted into the pump reservoir
fluid.
Due to newer vehicles having closed coolant systems, the
coolant temperatures are taken from the vehicle’s sensors
through the ALDL connector.
Page 81
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 77 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9 L / V-6
3.29
4A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
206º
182º
268º
208º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
262º
302º
284º
302º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 82
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 91 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
208º
240º
230º
214º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
262º
302º
284º
302º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 83
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 77 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
5.3 L / V - 8
3.73
4A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
182º
218º
230º
204º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
262º
302º
284º
302º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 84
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 83 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
208º
203º
217º
149º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
275º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 85
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 92 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
222º
231º
221º
163º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
275º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 86
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 91 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5 L / V-6
2.87
5A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
208º
201º
226º
168º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
275º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 87
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 85 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
217º
222º
226º
152º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
275º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 88
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE 77 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.27
4A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
189º
213º
180º
130º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
250º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 89
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 13, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 83 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.55
4A
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
190º
233º
212º
155º
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
250º
TEST RATINGS**
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
PASS
PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
PASS
** PASS / FAIL
Page 90
POWER STEERING
OIL
PASS
FUEL EFFICIENCY EVALUATION
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
While EPA mileage estimates may be helpful for comparative purposes, they are based on
simulated driving conditions. The fuel efficiency evaluation is an attempt to estimate MPG
(miles per gallon) based on actual driving conditions.
Each vehicle is driven through a 100 mile loop twice, each time by a different driver. The loop is
divided equally into urban, suburban, and freeway driving conditions. The vehicle is operated
with the air conditioner and headlights "turned on" and with the transmission selector in the
“overdrive” position. No attempt is made to "baby" the vehicle through the loop, but hard
acceleration starts are avoided.
The test results are averaged between the two drivers and recorded.
Page 91
FUEL EFFICIENCY EVALUATION
RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
ACTUAL MILEAGE
RATING**
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
24.69
VERY GOOD
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
15.62
POOR / GOOD
NOT EVALUATED
N/A
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-6
19.80
GOOD
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8 (HEMI)
17.42
GOOD
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-6
24.12
VERY GOOD
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-8 (HEMI)
19.23
GOOD
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27 DIFFERENTIAL
NOT EVALUATED
N/A
2006 FORD CVPI 3.55 DIFFERENTIAL
16.78
GOOD
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
**EFFICIENCY RATINGS:
VERY POOR POOR GOOD VERY GOOD EXCELLENT -
10 MPG OR LESS
11 - 15 MPG
16 - 20 MPG
21 - 25 MPG
25 MPG OR MORE
Page 92
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
This subjective evaluation is a rating of human factors and space utilization done individually
and independently by several Deputy Sheriffs from this Department. The ratings are averaged to
minimize personal prejudices that individuals may have for, or against any given vehicle. This
evaluation rates each vehicle comparatively for its general suitability and efficiency for patrol
operations or other specific functions in a Department's operations.
Page 93
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9L / V-6
3.29
4A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Good
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Very Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 94
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Very Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Very Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 95
RATING**
Very Good
Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3L / V-8
3.73
4A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Very Good
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 96
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Very Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Very Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Good
DOORS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 97
RATING**
Good
Very Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E 85)
5.3L / V-8
3.73
4A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Very Good
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 98
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE E-85
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Very Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Very Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Good
DOORS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 99
RATING**
Good
Very Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5L / V-6
2.87
5A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Very Good
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 100
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-6
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
REAR SEAT
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Headroom
Adequacy
Poor
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
Very Good
Poor
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 101
RATING**
RATING**
Very Good
Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7L / V-8
2.82
5A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Very Good
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 102
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 DODGE CHARGER V-8
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
REAR SEAT
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Headroom
Adequacy
Poor
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
Very Good
Poor
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 103
RATING**
RATING**
Very Good
Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5L / V-6
2.87
5A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Very Good
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Very Good
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
Very Good
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 104
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-6
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
Very Good
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Headroom
Adequacy
Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 105
RATING**
Very Good
Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7L / V-8
2.82
5A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Very Good
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
Very Good
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Very Good
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Very Good
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
Very Good
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 106
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 DODGE MAGNUM V-8
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
Very Good
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Headroom
Adequacy
Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 107
RATING**
Very Good
Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6l / V-8
3.27
4A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Good
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Very Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 108
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 FORD CVPI 3.27
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Very Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Very Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
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RATING**
Very Good
Very Good
Good
Poor
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6l / V-8
3.55
4A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Good
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Good
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Very Good
Very Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
Page 110
Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 FORD CVPI 3.55
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Very Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Very Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
Page 111
RATING**
Very Good
Very Good
Good
Poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
The mechanical evaluation (performed by mechanics employed by the Sheriff's Department's
fleet maintenance contractor) evaluates the day to day serviceability and maintenance of the
vehicle.
Major consideration is given toward the accessibility and ease of repair of component parts for
the purpose of obtaining a predictive evaluation of the time, ease, and cost of major repairs. The
specific factors considered in evaluating each component are enumerated on the Mechanical
Evaluation form.
Page 112
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9L / V-6
3.29
4A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Good
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Good
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Good
COOLING SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Poor
Thermostat
Accessability
Good
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 113
3-good
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET IMPALA
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Good
Muffler
Accessability
Very Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Very Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Poor
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Good
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Poor
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Excellent
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Excellent
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Excellent
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 114
3-good
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET IMPALA
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Dip Stick
Accessability
Very Good
Filter
Accessability
Excellent
Cooler
Accessability
Good
BRAKES
Poor
Excellent
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Good
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
BODY
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Poor
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 115
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET IMPALA
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Good
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Good
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Good
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
N/A
Differential Service
Accessability
N/A
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
N/A
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
N/A
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 116
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V-8
3.73
4A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Very Good
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Very Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Good
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Good
COOLING SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Good
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 117
3-good
4-poor
Very Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Good
Muffler
Accessability
Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Good
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Excellent
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Excellent
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Excellent
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 118
3-good
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
Excellent
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Good
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Good
BODY
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Good
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 119
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Very Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Good
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
Good
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
N/A
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Good
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Very Good
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 120
Excellent
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
5.3L / V-8
3.73
4A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Very Good
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Very Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Good
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Good
COOLING SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Good
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
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3-good
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Good
Muffler
Accessability
Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Good
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Excellent
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Excellent
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Excellent
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 122
3-good
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
Excellent
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Good
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Good
BODY
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Good
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 123
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE (E-85)
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Very good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Good
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
Good
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
N/A
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Good
Very good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Very Good
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 124
Excellent
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER V-6
3.5L / V-6
2.87
5A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Poor
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Poor
COOLING SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Poor
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Poor
Thermostat
Accessability
Poor
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 125
3-good
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-6
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Very Good
Muffler
Accessability
Very Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Very Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Poor
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Poor
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Poor
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Good
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 126
3-good
Excellent
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-6
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
N/A
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Poor
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Poor
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Poor
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Very Good
BODY
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Poor
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 127
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-6
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Poor
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Very Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Excellent
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Poor
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 128
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7 L / V-8
2.82
5A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Good
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Very Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Very Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
FUEL SYSTEM
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Poor
COOLING SYSTEM
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Very Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
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3-good
Good
4-poor
Excellent
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-8
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Very Good
Muffler
Accessability
Very Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Very Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Poor
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Poor
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Poor
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 130
Very good
Excellent
Good
3-good
4-poor
Very Good
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-8
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Poor
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
N/A
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Poor
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Poor
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Poor
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Very Good
BODY
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Poor
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 131
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-8
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Poor
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Excellent
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Poor
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Poor
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 132
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5L / V-6
2.87
5A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Poor
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Poor
COOLING SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Poor
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Poor
Thermostat
Accessability
Poor
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 133
3-good
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-6
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Very Good
Muffler
Accessability
Very Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Very Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Poor
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Poor
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Poor
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Good
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 134
3-good
Excellent
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-6
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
N/A
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Poor
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Poor
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Poor
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Very Good
BODY
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Poor
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 135
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-6
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Poor
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Excellent
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Excellent
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Poor
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 136
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM V-8
5.7L / V-8
2.82
5A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Good
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Very Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Very Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
FUEL SYSTEM
Mopar H8-800
CONSIDERATIONS
Very Good
Good
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Poor
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Poor
COOLING SYSTEM
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Very Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 137
3-good
Good
4-poor
Excellent
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-8
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Very Good
Muffler
Accessability
Very Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Very Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Poor
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Poor
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Poor
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 138
Very Good
Excellent
Good
3-good
4-poor
Very Good
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-8
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Poor
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
N/A
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Poor
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Poor
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Poor
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Very good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Very Good
BODY
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Poor
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 139
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-8
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Poor
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Excellent
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Poor
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 140
Poor
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.27
4A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Starter
Accessability, Power
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
Very Good
Good
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Very Good
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
COOLING SYSTEM
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Very Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 141
3-good
Good
4-poor
Very Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.27
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Good
Muffler
Accessability
Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Good
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Poor
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Excellent
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Good
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Good
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 142
3-good
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.27
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
Good
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Good
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Good
BODY
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Good
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 143
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.27
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Very Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Good
Very Good
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Good
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 144
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.55
4A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Starter
Accessability, Power
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
Very Good
Good
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Very Good
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
COOLING SYSTEM
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Very Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 145
3-good
Good
4-poor
Very Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.55
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Good
Muffler
Accessability
Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Good
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Good
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Good
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Poor
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Excellent
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Good
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Good
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
Page 146
3-good
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.55
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
Good
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Good
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Good
BODY
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Good
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 147
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.55
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Very Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
N/A
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Good
Very Good
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Good
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
Page 148
4-poor
N/A
5-very poor
COMMUNICATION EVALUATION
RESULTS
POLICE PACKAGE VEHICLES
The communications evaluation of each vehicle is conducted by technicians assigned to the Los
Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Communications and Fleet Management Bureau. This
evaluation concerns itself with the radio installation, the effect of radio operation on vehicle
performance and the effect of the vehicle on radio performance.
The Electromagnetic Interference Susceptibility test is intended for use in the presence of
electromagnetic fields resulting from use of public safety two way radios.
Vehicle performance must not be affected in any way by transmissions from a radio and antenna
installed in the vehicle and operating in any of the frequency ranges of 30 to 50 MHz, 450 to 512
MHz, and 800 to 900 MHz, and having a radio frequency output no less than 100 watts. Vehicle
performance shall not be effected by the presence of another vehicle equipped with the above
described radio and operated next to the subject vehicle.
Radiated and conducted electromagnetic interference vehicle systems and accessories shall be
designed to reduce interference with the use of public safety radio receivers or electronic sirens
or sound amplifiers. The effective sensitivity of a receiver installed in the vehicle shall not be
reduced by more than the amount tabulated below for each frequency band:
FREQUENCY BAND
30 to 50
150 to 174
450 to 512
800 to 900
ALLOWABLE DEGRADATION
MHz
MHz
MHz
MHz
15
5
3
3
db
db
db
db
Degradation is the difference in effective receiver sensitivity measured with the vehicle engine
and accessories turned off as compared to that measured with the engine and accessories turned
on.
Sensitivity is measured in terms of the 12 db Sinad signal as defined in E1A Standard RS-204.
To determine effective sensitivity, the receiver is connected to the antenna through an isolating
tee connector which allows introduction of the signal generator through the isolated port.
Comparative signal strength readings are then taken with and without the interference present.
Page 149
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET IMPALA
3.9L / V - 6
3.29
4A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
-69 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS3000 and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside
vehicle. No spurious signal detected.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
Page 150
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
CHEVROLET IMPALA
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
FAIR
Speaker
FAIR
Microphone
FAIR
Electronic Siren
FAIR
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
GOOD
Mobile Digital Terminal
FAIR
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
VERY
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
FAIR
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
FAIR
Hidden Siren Installation
GOOD
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
Page 151
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
CHEVROLET TAHOE
5.3 L / V-8
3.73
4A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-63 dbm Sinad
-54 dbm Sinad
9 db Desens
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL
ACC
ALSO TESTED:
-69 dbm
-71 dbm
0
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS3000 and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at drivers and passenger position inside
vehicle. Positive vehicle generated spurious signal on 483.7875 that was heard on all three test
radios with an estimated signal level inside passenger compartment of -110/-112 dbM. Signal
generation is positively related to lighting system operation, timed out after approximately thirty
seconds after lamps were turned off. Signal seems to be radiating from a module located behind
glove box on right side of dash.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals noted.
Page 152
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
CHEVROLET TAHOE
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
Control Head
RATING
FAIR
Speaker
GOOD
Microphone
GOOD
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
GOOD
Mobile Digital Terminal
GOOD
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
GOOD
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
FAIR
Accommodation for Cables
GOOD
Hidden Siren Installation
GOOD
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
FAIR
Page 153
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
3.5L / V-6
2.87
5A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
-62 dbm
-68 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS-3000
and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside vehicle.
Brief spurious signal detected on 482.925 MHZ positive to vehicle. Signal not repeated after
vehicle turned off and restarted.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
Page 154
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-6
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
FAIR
Speaker
FAIR
Microphone
FAIR
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
FAIR
Mobile Digital Terminal
FAIR
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
FAIR
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
FAIR
Hidden Siren Installation
FAIR
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
Page 155
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE CHARGER
5.7L / V-8
2.82
5A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
-68 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS-3000
and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside vehicle.
One transitory spurious signal detected on 483.4125 MHZ positively identified to vehicle
generation. Signal not repeated after vehicle turned off and restarted.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
Page 156
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
DODGE CHARGER V-8
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
FAIR
Speaker
FAIR
Microphone
FAIR
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
FAIR
Mobile Digital Terminal
FAIR
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
FAIR
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
FAIR
Hidden Siren Installation
FAIR
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
Page 157
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
3.5L / V-6
2.87
5A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-70 dbm
Test Made, Signal
Not Noted
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-70 dbm
0
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS-3000
and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside vehicle.
No spurious signals detected.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
Page 158
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-6
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
FAIR
Speaker
FAIR
Microphone
FAIR
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
FAIR
Mobile Digital Terminal
FAIR
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
FAIR
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
FAIR
Hidden Siren Installation
FAIR
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
Page 159
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
DODGE MAGNUM
5.7L / V-8
2.82
5A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
-66 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W Transmit, no effects noted on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS-3000
and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside vehicle.
One spurious signal from the vehicle (engine running) was detected on 483.7125 MHz. This
signal was positively associated with the vehicle as the source. This test was repeated 15 minutes
later and the signal did not re-appear, and could not be duplicated.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
Page 160
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
DODGE MAGNUM V-8
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
FAIR
Speaker
FAIR
Microphone
FAIR
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
FAIR
Mobile Digital Terminal
FAIR
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
FAIR
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
FAIR
Hidden Siren Installation
FAIR
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
Page 161
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6L / V-8
3.55
4A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
-70 dbm
-72 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS-3000
and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside vehicle.
No spurious signal detected.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
Page 162
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
FORD CVPI 3.55
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY
(UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
GOOD
Speaker
GOOD
Microphone
GOOD
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
GOOD
Mobile Digital Terminal
GOOD
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
GOOD
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
VERY GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
VERY GOOD
Hidden Siren Installation
VERY GOOD
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
Page 163
2006
FORD
EXPEDITION
SPECIAL SERVICE
PACKAGE
Page 164
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
2006 FORD EXPEDITION
Vehicle Description: Full size, 4 door sport utility, rear wheel drive, “Special Service”, vehicle
Engine:
5.4L / V-8
Horsepower:
300 HP @ 5000 RPM
Torque :
365 @ 3750 RPM
Axle Ratio:
3.73
Curb Weight:
5324 lbs
Alternator Output: 130 Amp
Battery:
650 CCA
Transmission:
4 Speed automatic with overdrive
Suspension,
Front:
Double wishbone SLA coil-over shock, gas filled
Rear:
Independent double wishbone SLA coil-over shock, gas filled
Brakes,
Front:
13 inch vented disc
Rear:
13.5 inch vented disc
Tires:
Continental P265/70R17 Conti Trac TR
Wheels:
17 x 7.5 inch steel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 28 gallons
EPA Fuel Mileage: City: 14 mpg
Highway: 19 mpg
Seats,
Front:
Captain’s chairs, with power driver’s side adjustments
Rear:
40/20/40 split vinyl bench
Exterior Dimension: Length 17.15 feet
Width 6.56 feet
Height 6.39 feet
Head Room:
Front 39.7 inches
Rear 39.8 inches
Hip Room:
Front 63 inches
Rear 62.4 inches
Leg Room:
Front 41.2 inches
Rear 38.7 inches
Rear Cargo:
49.6 cubic feet
Page 165
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
TEST DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
Date - October 12, 2005
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Goedhart, LASD
1.34.22
1.28.48
1.28.79
1.29.33
1.28.54
1.28.61
1.29.17
1.29.03
1.28.91
63.57
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.33.78
1.28.03
1.27.86
1.27.91
1.27.68
1.28.19
1.28.68
1.28.18
1.28.14
64.12
Robinson, LASD
1.34.30
1.29.71
1.29.34
1.29.24
1.29.00
1.28.61
1.29.42
1.28.98
1.29.28
63.31
Ocello, LASD
1.31.87
1.29.03
1.28.02
1.28.31
1.28.19
1.29.63
1.28.82
1.28.68
1.28.77
63.67
DRIVER
TIME TEST STARTED
AIR TEMPERATURE
Deputy H. Goedhart, LASD
10:18
71 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer M. Hemsworth, LAPD
10:40
77 Degrees Fahrenheit
Deputy R. Robinson, LASD
11:00
76 Degrees Fahrenheit
Officer A. Penrith, LAPD
11:19
75 Degrees Fahrenheit
Page 166
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
ITEM
RATING**
STEERING
1
BODY LEAN
2
BOUNCE
2
STEERING WHEEL SIZE
1
STEERING WHEEL POSITION
1
TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
1
BRAKE FADE
2
BRAKE PULL
1
WHEEL LOCKUP
1
DRIVER LEG ROOM
1
DRIVER HEAD ROOM
1
GENERAL VISIBILITY
1
MIRROR LOCATION
1
DOOR HANDLE LOCATION
1
SPEEDOMETER LOCATION
1
INSTRUMENT LOCATION
1
WINDSHIELD DISTORTION
1
ADDITIONAL INFO -PROTRUDING KNOBS ETC.
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
4-poor
Page 167
1
5-very poor
VEHICLE DYNAMICS TEST
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
2006 FORD EXPEDITION
GOEDHART - LAPS 1 TO 8:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight understeer characteristics but was predictable
and manageable. It also had some slight to moderate body lean.
Transmission:
Shifting points were good throughout all turns with a little lag exiting out
of the turns.
Brakes:
Brakes were very strong laps 1-5 and very consistent brake pedal
pressure. Laps 6-8, I experienced slight fade with a slight to moderate
pedal drop, but it was predictable and manageable with an earlier braking
point, (1 car length). Very good rate of deceleration.
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 9 TO 16:
Brakes:
Powerful and consistent with only small drop off in initial “bite” into laps
13-14, then stabilized. Had odd feel when easing out of hard brake pedal, it felt as if it were “hanging up” and gave little to no pressure
against my foot, however, if I re-applied the brakes response was instant.
No safety or driving problem, just odd feeling.
Steering:
Light but appropriate effort with good accuracy, ratio and road feel.
Handling:
Bias towards understeer severely limits speed through tight turns. Body
roll and bounce well controlled.
Power:
Fair, more torque exiting turns would be nice.
ROBINSON - LAPS 17 TO 24:
Handling:
This vehicle displayed slight to moderate understeer in all turns. The
understeer was very manageable and predictable. There was very
minimal body lean and bounce.
Brakes:
The brakes were very good with lots of deceleration and no fade or pull. I
did notice that the application sometimes stayed aggressive and the pedal
stayed low momentarily after I started to release them.
Engine:
The engine made good power throughout all eight laps.
Transmission:
The transmission was good and the shift points were consistent. There was
no “searching” for the correct gear.
Ergonomics:
The vehicle is comfortable and very ‘user friendly’.
0CELLO - LAPS 25 TO 32:
Brakes:
The brakes grab very well. Great deceleration.
Handling:
Suspension bounce and lean was good. On lap #6 the right front tire
chuncked bad and through the turns it was a bit of a struggle.
Page 168
BRAKE TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy R. Ocello, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
BRAKE TEST CHECK-OFF
Conduct four (4), 80 MPH to 0 applications. No ABS.
X
Wait 5 Minutes. Do not apply brakes.
X
Conduct one (1), 60 MPH panic stop. No ABS.
X
Wait two (2) minutes. Do not apply the brake.
X
Conduct one (1), 60 MPH to 0 panic stop. No ABS.
X
Conduct one (1), 60 MPH to 0 panic stop, go to ABS and spike the pedal.
X
BRAKE TEST RESULTS
Stopping distance - 155.21ft.
YES
NO
Evidence of severe fading prior to locking?
X
Would brakes lock?
X
Did the vehicle stop in a straight line?
X
Did the vehicle stop within the correct lane?
X
Page 169
ACCELERATION TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy E. Hummel, LASD
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
0 - 20 MPH
1.86 SECONDS
0 - 30 MPH
3.20 SECONDS
0 - 40 MPH
4.69 SECONDS
0 - 50 MPH
6.57 SECONDS
0 - 60 MPH
8.63 SECONDS
0 - 70 MPH
11.04 SECONDS
0 - 80 MPH
13.79 SECONDS
0 - 90 MPH
18.53 SECONDS
0 - 100 MPH
23.68 SECONDS
30 - 60 MPH
5.43 SECONDS
60 - 100 MPH
15.05 SECONDS
SS** - 1/4 Mile
16.55 SECONDS / 85.74 MPH
**Standing Start
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VEHICLE HEAT EVALUATION
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST CONDUCTED BY - M. THOMPSON, LASD
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE - 79 DEGREES
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
This test was conducted immediately at the conclusion of the 32 high speed laps. This
process is accomplished in the following manner:
Transmission Fluid:
Engine Oil:
Power Steering:
Radiator Coolant:
A Digital thermometer is inserted into the transmission via the
dip stick hole.
A Digital thermometer is inserted into the oil pan via the dip
stick hole.
A Digital thermometer is inserted into the pump reservoir
fluid.
Taken from the vehicle’s sensors through the ALDL connecter.
TEST RESULTS
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
175º / PASS**
184º / PASS
TRANSMISSION
OIL
267º / PASS
** PASS / FAIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
161º / PASS
MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES
RADIATOR
WATER
ENGINE OIL
TRANSMISSION
OIL
POWER STEERING
OIL
260º
300º
275º
250º
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FUEL EFFICIENCY TEST
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
1ST LOOP
2ND LOOP
MILES DRIVEN
100
100
FUEL USED
6.3
7.3
15.87
13.69
MILES PER GALLON
AVERAGE MILES PER GALLON, BOTH
LOOPS
POOR
EFFICIENCY RATING**
**EFFICIENCY RATINGS:
VERY POOR POOR GOOD VERY GOOD EXCELLENT -
14.78 **
10 MPG OR LESS
11 - 15 MPG
16 - 20 MPG
21 - 25 MPG
25 MPG OR MORE
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ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4L / V-8
3.73
4A
FRONT SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Seat Position
Range of Adjustment, Headrest
Very Good
Seat to Control Relationship
Steering Wheel, Pedals, Dashboard
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Safety
Padding, Protrusions
Very Good
Visibility
Instruments, Controls
Very Good
Reflection / Glare
Windshield, Instruments
Instruments
Adequacy, Legibility
WINDSHIELD MIRROR
CONSIDERATIONS
Good
Very Good
RATING**
Road Visibility
Distortion, Obstruction
Reflections
Instruments, Controls
Mirror Coverage
Adjustment, Rear Visibility
Very Good
Mirror Location
Accessibility, Visibility, Windshield
Obstruction
Very Good
WINDOWS
CONSIDERATIONS
Very Good
Good
RATING**
Left Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Right Side
Visibility, Blind Areas
Very Good
Rear
Visibility, Blind Areas (Rear Corner)
** Rating Very Good
Good
Poor
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Very Good
ERGONOMICS EVALUATION
2006 FORD EXPEDITION
CONTROLS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Steering Wheel
Angle, Size Position
Very Good
Shift Lever
Accessibility, Indicator Visibility
Very Good
Knobs & Switches
Reach, Markings, Visibility, Arrangement for
Use
Very Good
Hand Brake / Foot Brake
Location, Force Required, Confusion With
Hood Device
Very Good
Pedals
Size, Spacing, Angle
Very Good
REAR SEAT
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Seat Comfort
Padding, Springs
Very Good
Headroom
Adequacy
Very Good
Legroom
Adequacy
Very Good
DOORS
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Front Door Opening
Ease of Ingress / Egress
Very Good
Rear Door Openings
Ease of Prisoner Loading
Very Good
Window and Door Handles
Accessibility, Ease of Operation
Very Good
TRUNK
Lid
Compartment
CONSIDERATIONS
Angle, Size of Opening
Size, Obstruction
** Rating Very Good
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RATING**
Very Good
Very Good
Good
Poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4 L / V-8
3.73
4A
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Battery
Accessability, Group, Size
Alternator
Accessability, Amperage
Good
Starter
Accessability, Power
Good
Ignition
High Energy, DIS, Coil on Plug, Accessibility,
Silicon Wire
Good
Spark Plugs
Accessability
Good
Lights
Ease of Replacement, Accessibility for Headlight
Adjustment
Good
FUEL SYSTEM
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Fuel Injection
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Fuel Pump
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Filter
Accessability, In Tank / Frame Mounted
Good
Fuel Tank / Lines
Accessability, Puncture Resistant
Good
COOLING SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Radiator
Accessability, Protection, Adequate Size
Good
Heater Core
Accessability
Good
Water Pump
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Thermostat
Accessability
Good
Hoses
Accessability, Silicone O.E.M.
Good
Coolant Recovery
Accessability, Capacity
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
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3-good
4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD EXPEDITION
EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Catalytic Converter
Accessability, Insulation from floor, etc, Protection
Good
Muffler
Accessability
Good
Pipes
Accessability, Support, Insulation From Floor, Fuel
Tank, etc.
Good
Manifolds
Accessability
Good
CONSIDERATIONS
ENGINE &
ACCESSORIES
RATING**
Engine Removal
Accessability, Firewall Clearance, Cross-Member
Clearance
Poor
Cylinder Head
Removal
Ease of Removal
Poor
Valve Covers
Accessability, Bolt Fastened, Resistance to
Deformation
Good
Timing Cover
Accessability
Poor
Oil Pan
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Durability
Excellent
Dip Stick
Accessability, Night Usability
Excellent
Oil Filter
Accessability, Capacity
Good
Power Steering Pump
Accessability, Auxiliary Cooler, Belt Arrangements
Good
Engine Mounts
Accessability
Good
Air Condition
Compressor
Accessability, Belt Arrangement
Good
Evaporator
Accessability
Good
A/C Condenser
Accessability
Poor
Oil Cooler(s)
Accessability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
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3-good
4-poor
Poor
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD EXPEDITION
TRANSMISSION
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Transmission Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Pan & Drain Plug
Ease of Removal, Protection
Good
Dip Stick
Accessability
Good
Filter
Accessability
Good
Cooler
Accessability
Good
BRAKES
CONTINUATIONS
RATING**
Master Cylinder
Accessability
Power Brake Booster
Accessability, Repairability
Good
Front Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
Rear Wheel Brakes
Disc Type Repairability
Good
ABS System
Accessability` Repairability
Good
BODY
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Windshield
Tinted
Good
Door Glass
Framed
Good
Heater
Accessibility, Silicone Hoses
Good
Door Pillars
Adequacy, Ease of Barrier Installation
Good
Patrol Equipment Lights
Ease of Installation
Good
Instrument Panel
Accessibility, Repairability
Good
Body Wiring
Accessibility Repairability
Good
Seat Belts
Retractors, Maintainability
Good
Shotgun Rack
Ease of Installation, Ease of Shotgun Removal
N/A
Air Bag Locations
Accessability, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
Good
5-very poor
MECHANICAL EVALUATION
FORD EXPEDITION
SUSPENSION &
STEERING
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Good
Front
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting Lube, Fitting
Access
Rear
Heavy Duty, Sway Bar Mounting
Shock Absorbers Front
Accessability
Good
Shock Absorbers Rear
Accessability
Good
Front End Alignments
Accessability, Durability
Steering Gearbox
Accessability
N/A
Rack & Pinion
Assembly
Accessability
Good
Control Arms, Front
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Good
Control Arms, Rear
Ease of Removal, Rapairability
Very Good
REAR AXLE DRIVE
SHAFT
Very Good
Very Good
CONSIDERATIONS
RATING**
Differential Removal
Ease of Removal, Repairability
Good
Differential Service
Accessability
Good
Axle Bearings & Seals
Accessability
Good
Drive Shaft
Accessability
Good
Universal Joints
Accessability, Lube Fittings
Good
C.V. Joints
Ease of Removal, Repairability
** Rating - 1-excellent
2-very good
3-good
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4-poor
Good
5-very poor
COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD EXPEDITION
5.4L / V-8
3.73
4A
RADIO MAKE
MODEL NO.
ANTENNA TYPE
LOCATION
GE / MA-COM
ORION D2VMCX 35W.
5db GAIN WHIP
ROOF
FREQUENCY: 482.8375 MHZ
WITH ANTENNA
12DB SINAD
20DB QUIETING
DESENS DB
ENGINE OFF
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE (NO ACC)
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM (NO ACC)
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/AIR
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/LIGHTS
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/HEATER
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE IDLE W/ALL ACC
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
-67 dbm
-70 dbm
0
ENGINE HIGH RPM W/ALL ACC
ALSO TESTED:
35W transmit, no noted effect on engine or brakes (static).
Monitored approx 284 frequencies between 453 and 508 MHZ. Radios used Motorola XTS3000 and Motorola XTS-5000 hand held. Monitored at driver and passenger position inside
vehicle. No spurious signals detected.
Tested UHF voice frequencies between 482 and 484 MHZ on MA-COM Orion Mobile Radio
with roof mounted antenna. No spurious signals detected.
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COMMUNICATION NOISE
EVALUATION
FORD EXPEDITION
GLOVE COMPARTMENT ACCESSABILITY - (UNDERCOVER USE)
RATING
Control Head
FAIR
Speaker
FAIR
Microphone
GOOD
Electronic Siren
GOOD
DASHBOARD ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Radio Control Head
GOOD
Siren Console
GOOD
Converts - Com
GOOD
Mobile Digital Terminal
FAIR
Speaker(s)
GOOD
Microphones
VERY
GOOD
TRUNK ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
One Radio Installation
GOOD
Two Radio Installation
GOOD
Antenna Installation
GOOD
ENGINE ACCESSIBILITY
RATING
Battery Terminal Connection
GOOD
Accommodation for Cables
GOOD
Hidden Siren Installation
FAIR
IGNITION FUSE TERMINAL BLOCK
Clip-on Connections for Accessories
RATING
GOOD
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SNOW TIRE EVALUATION
On October 12, 2005, the Pirelli “Winter 240 Sotto Zero” P235/55R17 snow tire was evaluated
for potential use on a “Police Package” vehicle. The tire was tested on a 2006 Ford Crown
Victoria Police Interceptor with a 3.27 differential. It was subjected to the same rigorous
evaluation protocols that “Police Package” vehicles go through; the 32 lap high speed course,
immediately followed by the brake test, and then the pursuit course. At the conclusion of the
road evaluation, it was visually inspected for tire wear or damage. Minimal “chunking” was
observed on the tire, and it performed adequately.
NOTE--The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department does not recommend or endorse
any tire for use on any type of Police vehicle. Every agency should make it’s own
determination as to what tire should be used.
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SNOW TIRE EVALUATION
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
TEST CONDUCTED WITH THE TIRES MOUNTED ON A 2006 FORD CVPI
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION
YEAR
MAKE / MODEL
ENGINE
DIFF.
RATIO
TRANS
2006
FORD CVPI
4.6 L / V-8
3.27
4A
TIRE MANUFACTURER
TIRE SIZE
TIRE TYPE
PIRELLI
P235/55R17
WINTER 240 SOTTO ZERO
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
LAP 3
LAP 4
LAP 5
LAP 6
LAP 7
LAP 8
AVG
TIME
AVG
SPEED
Hemsworth, LAPD
1.29.43
1.25.67
1.25.50
1.24.94
1.24.97
1.24.44
1.25.11
1.25.57
1.25.29
66.27
Ocello, LASD
1.31.06
1.26.64
1.26.82
1.26.93
1.26.89
1.27.22
1.25.90
1.25.27
1.26.73
65.17
Goedhart, LASD
1.29.18
1.26.18
1.26.43
1.26.16
1.26.17
1.25.59
1.26.11
1.25.31
1.26.10
65.64
Robinson, LASD
1.30.25
1.27.34
1.26.73
1.25.32
1.26.13
1.27.52
1.26.34
1.29.20
1.27.21
64.81
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SNOW TIRE EVALUATION
DRIVER’S SUBJECTIVE EVALUATION - 32 LAP HIGH SPEED COURSE
TEST CONDUCTED WITH THE TIRES MOUNTED ON A 2006 FORD CVPI
TIRE MANUFACTURER
TIRE SIZE
TIRE TYPE
PIRELLI
P235/55R17
WINTER 240 SOTTO ZERO
HEMSWORTH - LAPS 1 to 8:
Tires:
Steering:
Good overall level of perceived traction. Absolute traction level less than eagle
RS-A tires, but close. Vehicle had slow initial turn-in, as if tire was a hard
compound. This went away by mid-corner. This gave mild initial understeer
developing into neutral to mild oversteer. Most prevalent exiting slow turns.
Stable under hard braking. I did not feel tire “roll-over” or tread element squirm
as on previous snow tires.
Minor lack of feel and precision entering turns (unaffected by small changes in
steering input), which was very likely attributable to tires.
OCELLO - LAPS 9 to 16:
Tires:
Laps 9 THRU 12, the tires were consistent. As they heated up, laps #13 thru 16,
they became slippery. The vehicle would then understeer more and more.
GOEDHART LAPS 17 to 24:
Tires:
Were good but somewhat slick. As long as you were not aggressive with the
steering, it was predictable and manageable. Good traction throughout 180/ turn
with minimal drift (neutral).
ROBINSON LAPS 25 to 32:
Tires:
The tires began to cause the car to “skate” somewhat on about lap #29 when in the
middle of turns. Lift-throttle induced oversteer became less predictable (and
greater) when trying to correct mid-turn underssteer.
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SNOW TIRE EVALUATION
PURSUIT COURSE RESULTS
TEST CONDUCTED WITH THE TIRES MOUNTED ON A 2006 FORD CVPI
TIRE MANUFACTURER
TIRE SIZE
TIRE TYPE
PIRELLI
P235/55R17
WINTER 240 SOTTO ZERO
TEST RESULTS
DRIVER
LAP 1
LAP 2
TOTAL
TIME
AVERAGE
SPEED
ROBINSON
2.13.29
2.09.50
4.22.79
33.55
GOEDHART
2.10.51
2.07.64
4.18.15
34.15
ROBINSON - LAPS 1&2:
Tires:
The tires grip was predictable throughout both laps. The car displayed slight to
moderate understeer in most turns.
GOEDHART - LAPS 3&4:
Steering:
This vehicle displayed moderate oversteer characteristics throughout both laps.
Was predictable and manageable. It seemed to be caused from the tire losing
traction if you were just a little aggressive with the steering.
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SNOW TIRE EVALUATION
BRAKE TEST RESULTS
DATE - OCTOBER 12, 2005
TEST DRIVER - Deputy R. Ocello, LASD
TEST CONDUCTED WITH THE TIRES MOUNTED ON A 2006 FORD CVPI
TIRE MANUFACTURER
TIRE SIZE
TIRE TYPE
PIRELLI
P235/55R17
WINTER 240 SOTTO ZERO
BRAKE TEST RESULTS
Stopping distance - 156.28
YES
NO
Evidence of severe fading prior to locking?
X
Would brakes lock?
X
Did the vehicle stop in a straight line?
X
Did the vehicle stop within the correct lane?
X
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