Do I need CAT 6 indicators on my Clearview mirrors?
Submitted: Friday, Jun 13, 2025 at 19:31
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Member - Andrew M63
G'day
I have just purchase a caravan and currently I am using the clip on extended mirrors. These are ok but I am keen on getting a set of clearview new generation mirrors.
I have 200 series with a lovell's 4200kg GVM upgrade. This upgrade also required upgrading the front guard indicators to a CAT 6 type.
What I want to know is do I need to order my new clearview mirrors with CAT 6 indicators? I understand that because I have a GVM upgrade greater than 3500kg (and under 4500kg) that I need to have CAT 6 indicators which has been installed as part of the compliance, but would I also need them on the mirrors? I have read online that I do but then I have read that because I have the CAT 6 on the guards already. It's around an extra $90 for the CAT 6 indicators....
Cheers
Andrew
Reply By: Member - McLaren3030 - Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 at 07:50
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 at 07:50
Hi Andrew,
If your vehicle already has CAT 6 compliant indicators, then you do not legally need to have them on your Clearview replacement mirrors as
well.
Macca.
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Follow Up By: Member - nick boab - Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 at 07:43
Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 at 07:43
I would be curious to know the theory on why a heavier vehicle needs a brighter light
There a bit more on an older thread 149983
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Follow Up By: Member - McLaren3030 - Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 at 07:49
Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 at 07:49
Hi Nick,
Cat 6 indicators are designed so that they are visible from alongside and slightly behind the front door of the vehicle. It is not just the brightness.
Macca.
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Follow Up By: Member - nick boab - Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 at 08:07
Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 at 08:07
Thanks macca , my point was why should the weight / GVM be the determining Factor , why don't all vehicles have the same requirements . It's so much easier when the lights are very easy to see .
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Follow Up By: Member - McLaren3030 - Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 08:42
Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 08:42
Yes Nick, good point. I am not sure if the ADR’s actually explain why vehicles classed as Light Trucks and heavier/larger require these indicators.
Macca.
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