- a) All side windows shall open from the top only and shall operate freely.
- b) There shall be one vertical opening side window for each seat.
- c) Each side window shall provide an unobstructed emergency egress opening at least 9 inches high and 22 inches wide. The opening may extend to 18 inches above the unoccupied passenger seat cushion but no closer (to the seat cushion).
- d) A stop line for the window opening shall be applied six inches from the top of the window opening.
- e) The side windows may be split sash.
f) The window latches shall be recessed.
AGENCY NOTE: See Section 442.240 for glazing material requirements.
This Section does not apply to a window or glazed panel installed forward of a front passenger seat, and is optional for a window installed either beside a rear passenger seat or a special service door or in a side emergency exit.
(Source: Amended at 26 Ill. Reg. 3255, effective February 19, 2002)