This section establishes exemptions from ORS § 816.350 and 816.360. The exemptions established under this section are in addition to any exemptions under ORS § 801.026. The exemptions under this section are partial or complete as described in the following:

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(1) ORS § 816.350 and 816.360 shall not be construed to prohibit the use of additional parts and accessories on any vehicle not inconsistent with the provisions of those sections.

(2) Lighting equipment used on vehicles of special interest that are registered under ORS § 805.020 shall be deemed in compliance with ORS § 816.350 and 816.360 if the equipment is original manufacturer’s equipment and accessories, or their equivalent and if the equipment is maintained in safe operating condition.

(3) ORS § 816.350 and 816.360 do not apply to equipment on any of the following:

(a) Road machinery.

(b) Road rollers.

(c) Farm tractors.

(d) Antique vehicles that are maintained as a collector’s item and used for exhibitions, parades, club activities and similar uses, but not used primarily for the transportation of persons or property.

(4) Ambulances and emergency vehicles are subject to the provisions under ORS § 820.350 and 820.360. [1983 c.338 § 465; 2015 c.138 § 38]