MISCELLANEOUS PLASTIC PROCUREMENT

COMPONENTS SPECIFICATION
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normazione (Thermoplastic or thermosetting) Page:
SERVETTI MAURIZIO

Date: 03/08/2006
TUNINETTI MARCO

CCA
SUPERVISING DEPT.: E.&D. – MATERIALS ENGINEERING
MANAGING DEPT.: E.&D. – MATERIALS ENGINEERING

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PURPOSE

This Procurement Specification covers requirements, test procedures and test equipment for

Ch.
thermoplastic and thermosetting plastic components which are not covered by other Procurement
Supervisor

Specifications.
Manager

13
Edition
This Procurement Specification consists of 17 pages and 1 annex.

Change Date Description

– 03/20/00 Edition 9 Color, gloss and embossing assessment checks added. (AN)

– 07/13/01 Edition 10 "Assessment of olfactory quality" added and "Chemicals

resistance" modified. (AN)
C.R.F. - Group Materials Labs Polymers & Glasses
C.R.F. - Group Materials Labs Polymers & Glasses

– 11/25/03 Edition 11 Temperature values changed for MS type components in:

Dimensional Stability, Extended Heat Ageing, Temperature

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cycling. Power steering unit oil for MS components added in

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Resistance to Chemicals. Side door Misuse test added. (AN)

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– 06/29/05 Edition 12 Hardness resistance revised and editorial changes made. (AN)

– 03/08/06 Edition 13 "Surfactant" check revised. Number of cycles changed in

"Temperature Cycling". Thermal shock resistance check
added. Editorial changes made. (AN)
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§ ”A”: TEST EQUIPMENT

A – 1) Fixture reproducing component retention and position during paint cycle.

A – 2) Environmental chamber (oven) capable of reaching and maintaining a temperature
corresponding to the specified severity level within specified tolerance in all points, with
max. 20% relative humidity. Chamber shall be constructed in such a way that parts are
nowhere subjected to heating by direct radiation of heating elements.
A – 3) Low temperature test chamber (cold cell) capable of reaching and maintaining a
temperature corresponding to the specified severity level in all points, with max tolerance ±
2 °C.
A – 4) Steady state damp heat chamber, capable of ensuring a temperature of 40 + 2 °C and 90 to
95% R.H. in all points. Chamber shall be constructed in such a way that air circulates at low
speed and parts are not directly exposed to steam or condensates.
A – 5) Sphere, diameter 60 mm, mass 0.900 kg, impact test.
A – 6) Dynamometer, suitable capacity, pull rate 10 to 100 mm per minute.

Note: Equivalent test equipment may be substituted but must be equal or superior in terms of
characteristics, precision and repeatability. Any equipment specified in references (§ "B") shall
be added to equipment above (§ "A").

§ ‘‘B”: REFERENCES

0.00013 Date of manufacture marking. NPR

9.01102 Quality of supplies. CFO
9.01102/01 Supply inspection requirements. CFO
9.01103 Product quality and conformity certificate. CFO
50161 Non-destructive tests - Radiographic examination - Defect classification - Callouts on
drawing - Methodology - Equipment - Personnel. TMD
50430/05 Color assessment for injection molded thermoplastics. TMD
55509 Unleaded premium gasoline. TMD
7-G0055 Assessment of passenger compartment olfactory quality. PGE
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7-G2000 Determining the resistance to combustion of the non-metallic materials for parts inside
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vehicle passenger compartment. TMD

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7-M0001 Evaluation of the colour of injection-moulded thermoplastic materials. PMD

7-M0002 Evaluation of the gloss of plastic materials. PMD
7-M0003 Evaluation of the embossing of plastic materials. PMD
7-M0005 Plastic material moulded finish components - Surface scratch resistance. PMD
CONFIDENTIAL

7-N8147 Side door - Misuse test. PCA

50433/01 Burn resistance of nonmetallic materials for bodywork exterior components. TMD
50451 Accelerated weathering test (Weather-Ometer). TMD
50451/01 Accelerated ageing in sunlight. TMD
50455/08 Amine contamination resistance. TMD
55228 Methacrylate plastics. TMD

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§ ‘‘B”: REFERENCES - CONT'D

55231 Polycarbonate plastics (for molding and extrusion). TMD

55231/01 Alloys of Polycarbonate + molding and extrusion ABS. (TMD)
55234 Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene plastics for molding. TMD
07416 Recycling markings for plastic and elastomer components. TFO
0.00025/01 Fluorescent and visible die penetrant inspection. NPR

EC 594/91 Regulation of 4.3.1991 regarding ozone-depleting substances.

§ ”C”: ANNEXES

Annex 1 Specifications Data Sheet.

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GENERAL

Components covered herein may feature one-piece or composite construction and may be used on
motor vehicle interior or exterior. Where these components are a constituent part of an assembly, they
shall satisfy requirements of the Procurement Specification(s) covering the assembly, including any
regulatory (►) and/or safety requirements in addition to the requirements of this Procurement
Specification.

(►) : SPECIFICALLY FOR POLYURETHANE COMPONENTS, CFC (I.E. R11) AND/OR HCFC
(I.E. R22) MAY NOT BE USED AS A FOAMING AGENT ONLY FOAMING AGENTS WITH
OZONE-DEPLETION POTENTIAL EQUAL TO ZERO (WITH WATER BASE) CAN BE USED.

1.1
Classification

1.1.1
Components covered herein are classified by location on vehicle as shown below:

TYPE Location on vehicle

E Exterior

MS Engine compartment and underbody

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Interior (including luggage

I
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compartment)
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1.2
Information on drawing
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Component drawing shall show the following information:

• Number of this Procurement Specification;
• Type ( E - MS - I );
• Dimensions and tolerances;
• Materials and any finish treatments (i.e. painting, hot embossing, chromium plating, etc.) and
applicable Material Standards;
• Graining (trim assy dwg);
• "Recycling markings" as per Std. 07416.

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PRODUCTION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

2.1
Subject steering wheels to the checks and tests specified in the paragraphs below. Check that results
comply with requirements indicated on design and/or annexed "Specifications Data Sheet" relating to
the type concerned.

2.2
Test environment (unless otherwise specified)

• temperature: 23 ± 5 °C
• atmospheric pressure: 860 to 1060 mbar
• relative humidity: 45 to 70%.

2.3
Dimensions and tolerances:

As per drawing.

2.4
Materials and finish treatments:

As per drawing.

2.5
Marking:
Each component shall be clearly and indelibly marked in the area, if any, specified on drawing with the
Supplier's identification data, date of manufacture (as per Process Standard 0.00013) and any other
information as required.

2.6

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Appearance requirements

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2.6.1
Color assessment
Carry out the assessment according to procedures and equipments specified on Std. 7-M0001.
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2.6.2
Gloss
Cut from a visible and significant area a flat specimen.
Carry out the test using equipment and following procedure specified on Std. 7-M0002.

2.6.3
Embossing
Cut from a visible and significant area a flat specimen.
Carry out the test using equipment and following procedure specified on Std. 7-M0003.

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2.6.4
Visual inspection:
Components shall be free from cracks, mold fins, streaks, shrink marks, filler/fiber show (where
applicable) or any other defect which could impair appearance, serviceability and installation. Mating
areas of any inserts shall not show lack of adhesion, shrink marks, distortion, voids, etc.

Note: Where component incorporates items retained through welding (hot plate welding, ultrasonic
welding, vibration welding, etc.), appearance and bond shall satisfy the following requirements:
• Seam welds: weld line shall be uninterrupted and uniform in appearance. Material of weld
flash shall show no deterioration (as denoted by charred appearance);
• Spot welds: fusion shall involve both materials to an equal extent at all weld spots.

For both types, stress at bond area (e.g. during destructive tests carried out in production with
leverage or manual bending) may result in separation. In such cases, spot or seam welds shall show
uniform signs of cohesive failure on both surfaces.

2.6.5
Assessment of passenger compartment olfactory quality (only Type I)
2.6.5.1
Components shall not give off unpleasant odors. In case of dispute the olfactory assessment shall be
carried out as per Std. 7-G0055.

2.7
Molding check

2.7.1
Sectioning (thermoplastic components only)
2.7.1.1
Carry out test using a sharp knife, hand saw or other suitable tool.
2.7.1.2
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Section component lengthwise and crosswise.

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2.7.1.3
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Inspect internal appearance of component section.

2.7.2
Surfactant (thermoplastic components only)
CONFIDENTIAL

Purpose of test is to check for internal stresses arising from improper processing conditions.
2.7.2.1
Carry out test on unrestrained components in supply condition, removing any detachable inserts
before test.

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2.7.2.2
Immerse component in surfactant liquid at 23 ±2°C for 5 minutes (3 min for polycarbonate plastics
only). Surfactant shall be as specified below.

MATERIAL TYPE STD. SURFACTANT TYPE

Methacrylate plastics 55228 Denatured ethyl alcohol

Non-reinforced ABS plastics 55234 Glacial acetic acid

1 part ethyl acetate and 3 parts

Polycarbonate/ABS alloys (PC+ABS) 55231/01
methyl alcohol
1 part toluene and 3 parts of
Polycarbonate plastics 55231
N/propyl alcohol

Note: Where component size or configuration is such that it cannot be immersed, component surface
may be "brushed" with surfactant for the time specified above.

2.7.2.3
Remove component from surfactant, rinse thoroughly in running water and dry using a soft cloth or
compressed air.
2.7.2.4
Check component appearance.
2.7.2.5
Repeat operation as per § 2.7.2.4, 24 hours after end of test to check for any delayed cracking.

2.7.3

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Resistance to thermal shocks (only for thermoplastic components pressed together with metal

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inserts or with thermosetting parts even without metal inserts)
The purpose of test is to check for stresses arising during thermosetting material pressing due to the

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presence of metal inserts or to check for unsuccessful junctions in case of thermosetting materials.

2.7.3.1
Perform test on 3 components at least. Components shall be free from assembly constraints and as
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2.7.3.2
Place materials in environmental chamber at the temperature indicated in the following table:

TYPE No. of CYCLES CYCLE TYPE

• 2 hrs at 80 ± 2°C;
E 10
• 2 hrs at - 30 ± 2°C
• 2 hrs at 150 ± 2°C;
• 2 hrs at - 30 ± 2°C.
only for thermosetting materials or for crystalline
MS 40
thermoplastic materials (ex. PA)
• 2 hrs at 100 ± 2°C;
• 2 hrs at - 30 ± 2°C
• 2 hrs at 80 ± 2°C;
I 10
• 2 hrs at - 20 ± 2°C

Notes: • materials shall pass from one environment to another within 60 s. In case of manual
handling, if the test shall be performed during the night, it shall correspond to the low
temperature cycle, in order to avoid thermal oxidation of the polymer;
• temperatures indicated in table can vary according to special needs and are to be
noted down on the drawing of the component.

2.7.3.3
Remove components from chamber, cool at ambient temperature for at least 2 hours and evaluate
appearance.

2.8
Liquid penetrant inspection (thermosetting plastic components only)
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2.8.1
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Carry out test using equipment and procedures as per Process Standard 0.00025/01 on clean, dry,
grease-free components with no surface treatments of any kind (i.e. primer, filler, paint, etc.) but
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incorporating any bushings or inserts.

Use a water-washable penetrant which does not damage component or interfere with subsequent
painting operations.
CONFIDENTIAL

2.9
Radiographic inspection (thermosetting plastic components only)

2.9.1
Carry out test using weak radiation and beryllium window equipment. Inspection technique used shall
be capable of producing images with contrast and definition as specified in Std. 50161.

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2.10
Effects of heat

2.10.1
Simulated Paint cycle (components painted after supply only)
2.10.1.1
Measure major dimensions to the nearest 0.5 mm.
2.10.1.2
Carry out test on a component installed on a suitable fixture (ref. § A-1).
2.10.1.3
Place component in oven (ref. § A-2) or one hour at the temperature indicated below. Subsequently
condition for 2 hours at ambient temperature.

TYPE TEMPERATURE

Components painted in body shell cycle 150 ± 2 °C

Components painted in low temperature body 0

shell cycle 90 °C
-5

2.10.1.4
Visually inspect component and repeat measurements as per 2.10.1.1.
2.10.1.5
Check that results meet requirements.

2.10.2
Dimensional stability (thermoplastic components only)
Test is common to all components unless otherwise specified.

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2.10.2.1

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Measure major dimensions of component to the nearest 0.1 mm, marking measurement points.

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2.10.2.2
Place unrestrained component (♣) in oven (ref. § A-2) for 24 hours at the temperature indicated below.

TYPE TEMPERATURE
CONFIDENTIAL

E 80 ± 2 °C

Components installed away from

100 ± 2 °C
heat source
MS
Components installed adjacent to
120 ± 2 °C
heat source

I 80 ± 2 °C

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(♣) Note: Where configuration or material is such that distortion or deformation which is not due to
defects in material or processing is likely to occur if test is carried out on unrestrained
component, test shall be conducted with component installed as on vehicle with retainers
slackened to permit natural thermal expansion.

2.10.2.3
Remove component from oven and cool at ambient temperature of 23 ± 5°C for at least 2 hours. Then
repeat measurement as per 2.10.2.1
2.10.2.4
Calculate percentage change in dimensions and evaluate component appearance, checking for any
breakage, deformation or other defects.

2.10.3
Heat shock (only for vehicle exterior components and interior components which are exposed to
direct sunlight)
2.10.3.1
Carry out test with component installed and retained as on vehicle.

2.10.3.2
Place component in oven (ref. § A-2) at the temperatures and for the periods specified below in
relation to location on vehicle.

LOCATION TEMPERATURE

0
1 hr at 95 °C
-5

2 hrs at 23 ± 5 °C
EXTERIOR (simulated passage through
paint repair oven) 0
1 hr at 95 °C
-5
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(consecutive cycles)
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0
Beneath windshield 6 hr at 100 °C
-5
INTERIOR
(simulated
Other areas which are
heating by 0
partially exposed to direct
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sunlight) 6 hrs at 90 °C
sunlight (i.e. rear parcel -5
shelf support)

2.10.3.3
Remove component from oven, cool at ambient temperature for at least 2 hours and evaluate
appearance.

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2.10.4
Extended heat ageing (only for Type MS unless otherwise specified)
2.10.4.1
Carry out test with component installed and retained as on vehicle.
2.10.4.2
Place component in oven (ref. § A-2) for 96 consecutive hours at the temperatures specified overleaf
in relation to location on vehicle.

TEMPERATURE
LOCATION (unless otherwise indicated on dwg.)

Components installed away from 100 ± 2 °C

heat sources

Components installed adjacent to 120 ± 2 °C

heat sources (+)

(+) In case of special applications and/or thermal tests on vehicle, this test
can be carried out at a higher temperature prior agreement between
purchaser and supplier.

2.10.4.3
Remove component from oven, cool at ambient temperature for at least 2 hours and evaluate
appearance.

2.11
Temperature cycling

2.11.1
Carry out test with component installed and retained as on vehicle.
2.11.2

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Subject assembly to 5 temperature cycles as shown below for each type.

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TYPE TEMPERATURE CYCLE

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- 4 hrs at 80 ± 2 °C in oven (ref. § A-2);
E - 4 hrs at 40 ± 2 °C in damp heat chamber (ref. § A-4) with 90% min R.H.;
- 16 hrs at -30 ± 2 °C in low temperature chamber (ref. § A-3).
Components
- 4 hrs at 100 ± 2 °C in oven (ref. § A-2);
installed
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- 4 hrs at 40 ± 2 °C in damp heat chamber (ref. § A-4) with 90% min R.H.;
away from
- 16 hrs at -30 ± 2 °C in low temperature chamber (ref. § A-3).
heat sources
MS
Components
- 4 hrs at 120 ± 2 °C in oven (ref. § A-2);
installed
- 4 hrs at 40 ± 2 °C in damp heat chamber (ref. § A-4) with 90% min R.H.;
adjacent to
- 16 hrs at -30 ± 2 °C in low temperature chamber (ref. § A-3).
heat sources
- 4 hrs at 80 ± 2 °C in oven (ref. § A-2);
I - 4 hrs at 40 ± 2 °C in damp heat chamber (ref. § A-4) with 90% min R.H.;
- 16 hrs at -20 ± 2 °C low temperature chamber (ref. § A-3).
Note: Transfer between chambers shall take no longer than 60 s. Where a single chamber is used,
temperature slew rate shall be at least 5 °C per minute

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2.11.3
Remove assembly at end of cycling and cool at ambient temperature for at least 2 hours. Then
evaluate component appearance and serviceability of any moveable inserts (i.e. levers).

2.12
Effects at damp heat (only for Type E components of Type I components with composite structure or
added trim)

2.12.1
Carry out test with component installed and retained as on vehicle.
2.12.2
Place assembly in damp heat chamber (ref. § A-4) at 40 ± 2 °C with 90% min R.H. for the following
period:
• 100 hrs for Type E components;
• 200 hrs for Type I components.
2.12.3
Remove assembly after conditioning and cool at ambient temperature for at least 2 hours. Then
evaluate component appearance and serviceability of any moveable inserts.

2.13
Resistance to hydrolysis (only for Type E components consisting of expanded integral-skin foamed
polyurethane in direct contact with weathering agents)

2.13.1
Cut three representative specimens at least 300 mm long from different areas of part under test. Do
not mask cut edges.
2.13.2
Fully immerse specimens in water at ambient temperature for 4 hours until polyurethane is thoroughly
soaked.
2.13.3
Place containers with water and specimens in low temperature chamber (ref. § A-3) at -7.5 ± 2.5 °C
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for 20 hours.
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2.13.4
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Remove containers from chamber (ref. § A-3) and quickly thaw specimens under running water. Dry
surfaces using compressed air or filter paper.
2.13.5
Place specimens in oven (ref. § A-2) at 80 ± 2 °C for 4 hours.
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2.13.6
Remove specimens from oven and cool for at least 2 hours at 23 ± 5 °C. Then inspect exposed
surface under ≥10 x magnification.
2.13.7
Repeat all operations as per 2.13.1 to 2.13.6 for two successive cycles.

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2.14
Low temperature impact (only for components which may be subject to impact during service)

2.14.1
Carry out test with component installed and retained as on vehicle. Where this is not possible because
of component configuration and dimensions, carry out test on a representative portion of component
secured in contact with a horizontal surface.
2.14.2
Condition assembly in low temperature chamber (ref. § A-3) or at least 6 hours at the temperature
shown below.

LOCATION TEMPERATURE

Vehicle exterior, underbody and

-30 ± 2 °C
engine compartment

Vehicle interior and luggage

-20 ± 2 °C
compartment

2.14.3
Remove assembly from chamber. Within 60 s of removal, drop sphere (ref. § A-5) onto three different
points of component from a height of 150 mm.
2.14.4
Visually inspect component.

2.15
Trim cover padding/backing adhesion (only for Type I components with composite structure
including trim cover)

2.15.1
Cut a Y 50 x 200 mm specimen from component under test.

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2.15.2

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Separate a portion of trim cover from padding or backing a one end of specimen.

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2.15.3
Install specimen on dynamometer (ref. § A-6) and pull at a rate of 50 mm/minute to separate trim
cover along entire length of specimen.
CONFIDENTIAL

Note: No unbonded areas shall be found during test.

2.15.4
Record minimum trim cover separation load.

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2.16
Accelerated ageing

2.16.1
Weathering (mass coloured Type E components only)
2.16.1.1
Carry out test using equipment and procedures specified in Std. 50451 for 500 hrs.

Note: Different test durations for colours other than black may be specified on drawing.

2.16.1.2
Visually inspect component.

2.16.2
Lightfastness (Type I components only)
2.16.2.1
Carry out test using equipment and procedures specified in Std. 50451/01 for the duration shown
below in relation to location on vehicle.

LOCATION DURATION

Areas exposed to direct sunlight 300 hrs

Areas exposed to indirect sunlight 150 hrs

Dark areas and areas exposed

75 hrs
occasionally to light
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2.16.2.2
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Visually inspect component.

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2.17
Resistance to chemicals (mass dyed thermoplastic components only)

2.17.1
CONFIDENTIAL

Wipe exposed surface of component by hand for 10 seconds using wads of cotton wool soaked in the
products specified below for each component TYPE.

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TYPE PRODUCT n

- Unleaded gasoline (Std. 55509) o;

- Water and surfactant (5%);
E - Windshield washer fluid p;
- Wax;
- Wax remover.

- Unleaded gasoline (Std. 55509) o;

- Diesel fuel;
- Engine oil;
- Brake fluid p;
MS - Battery electrolyte p;
- Coolant p;
- Windshield washer fluid p;
- Power steering unit oil p.

- Unleaded gasoline (Std. 55509) o;

I
- Denatured ethyl alcohol.

n A fresh wad of cotton wool shall be used for each product .

o Not for acrylic or polyphenylene oxide plastics.

p Use only where component could come into contact with product during
service.

2.17.2
Visually inspect condition of treated surface.

2.18
Flame spread rate

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2.18.1

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Carry out test using equipment and procedures specified in Standards 7-G2000 and 50433/01.

2.19 THE ONLY VALID REFERENCE IS THE ORIGINAL ITALIAN EDITION

Amine contamination resistance (only for components with vinyl trim: sheeting, PVC foam, hot-
formed ABS/PVC, imitation leather)
CONFIDENTIAL

2.19.1
Cut three ∼ 50 x 50 mm vinyl trim specimens from component under test, taking care to remove any
residues of other material from internal surface.
2.19.2
Carry out test using equipment and procedures specified in Std. 50455/08

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2.20
Hardness resistance (only for thermoplastic, mass-coloured Type E - I components)

2.20.1
Carry out test using equipment and procedures specified in Std. 7-M0005, comparing with
prescriptions.

2.21
Misuse tests - Side door

2.21.1
Carry out test using equipment and procedures specified in Std. 7-N8147

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLY INSPECTION

(to be carried out by Qualità di Stabilimento)

3.1
Supplies testing shall be carried out as per P.S. 9.01102/01 (Restricted distribution).

SUPPLIER REQUIREMENTS

The Supplier shall comply with the general requirements contained in P.S. 9.01102 “QUALITY OF
SUPPLIES".
4.1
Product Qualification Supplies

The Supplier shall submit the amount of product specified in the purchase order and attach the Quality
and Conformity Certificate (see P.S. 9.01103); all characteristics specified on the attached
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"Specifications Data Sheet" relating to the specific type shall be checked. "Non-conforming" supplies
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are not permissible.

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4.2
Product Supplies

The supplied product shall conform with drawing and this specification. When establishing the
manufacturing process to be adopted and severity of inspections, the Supplier shall take into account
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the classes of importance that FIAT has assigned to each of the characteristics to which requirements
refer (see § 5).

Note: Checks may be performed on components which have been subjected to non-destructive tests
(indicated with NM in § 5); during product qualification and supply inspection. Components
which have been subjected to destructive tests (M) may not be used for further tests or
inspections unless otherwise specified case by case.

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CLASSIFICATION OF CHARACTERISTICS TABLE

TYPE OF TEST
CLASSIFICATION OF CHARACTERISTICS
’
As per P.S. 9.01102 if not
Dimensions and tolerances NM
otherwise specified on dwg.
Materials and finish treatments Minor NM
Marking Zero defects NM
Color assessment
Gloss Minor M
Graining
Appearance requirements
Visual inspection Minor NM
Assessment of passenger
compartment olfactory Major NM
quality
Sectioning Minor M
Surfactant Minor
Molding check
Resistance to thermal M
Major
shocks
Liquid penetrant inspection
Major NM
(thermosetting plastic components only)
Radiographic inspection
Major NM
(thermosetting plastic components only)
Simulated paint cycle Major M
Dimensional stability Major M
Effects of heat
Heat shock Major M
Extended heat ageing Major M
Temperature cycling Major M
Effects of damp heat Minor M

THIS DOCUMENT MUST NOT BE REPRODUCED OR CIRCULATED TO THE THIRD PARTIES

Resistance to hydrolysis Minor M

WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT BY FIAT AUTO S.P.A. IN CASE OF DISPUTE

Low temperature impact Minor M

THE ONLY VALID REFERENCE IS THE ORIGINAL ITALIAN EDITION

Trim cover-padding/backing adhesion Minor M
Weathering Minor M
Accelerated ageing
Lightfastness Minor M
Resistance to chemicals Minor M
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Flame spread rate Minor M

Amine contamination resistance Major M
Hardness resistance Major M
Misuse tests - Side door Major M
’ M = Destructive NM = Non destructive

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Specifications Data Sheet

TEST REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS

CCA
CONDITIONS
TYPE E TYPE MS TYPE I
Dimensions and tolerances § 2.3 As per drawing

Code
Materials and finish treatments § 2.4 As per drawing

Marking § 2.5

–
Color § 2.6.1 and Chromaticity coordinates shall comply with the basic
assessment Std. 7-M0001 sample.

Ch.
§ 2.6.2 and
Gloss As per basic sample
Std. 7-M0002

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§ 2.6.3 and As per basic sample
Graining
Std. 7-M0003

Edition
Visual
§ 2.6.4
inspection
Appearance
requirements Components
shall not give off
unpleasant
Assessment of odors. In case
passenger of dispute the
§ 2.6.5 - -
compartment olfactory
olfactory quality assessment
shall be carried
out as per Std.
7-G0055
Sectioning § 2.7.1 No voids or inclusions allowed.

Molding check Surfactant § 2.7.2 No breakage or cracks allowed.

Resistance to No breakage, distortions, cracks or detachments of
§ 2.7.3
thermal shocks the plastic part of the insert allowed.

THIS DOCUMENT MUST NOT BE REPRODUCED OR CIRCULATED TO THE THIRD PARTIES

Liquid penetrant inspection § 2.8

WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT BY FIAT AUTO S.P.A. IN CASE OF DISPUTE

(thermosetting plastic components and Std. No cracks allowed.
only) 0.00025/01

THE ONLY VALID REFERENCE IS THE ORIGINAL ITALIAN EDITION

Radiographic inspection No breakage, cracks, tearings, rarefactions, junction
§ 2.9 and
(thermosetting plastic components dents, splinters, shape irregularities and lack of
Std. 50161
only) material allowed.
No distortion or No distortion or
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other changes other changes

allowed. The allowed. The
Simulated paint dimensions dimensions
Effects of heat § 2.10.1 -
cycle shall comply shall comply
with the with the
tolerances on tolerances on
drawing. drawing.

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TEST REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS
CONDITION
TYPE E TYPE MS TYPE I
No distortion, breakage, cracks, swelling, changes of
Dimensional finish appearance or other defects allowed;
§ 2.10.2
stability shrinkage ≤ 0.1%. (≤1% for blown components
allowed)
No distortion, No distortion,
breakage, breakage,
cracks, cracks,
swelling, swelling,
Effects of heat Heat shock § 2.10.3 changes of - changes of
finish finish
appearance or appearance or
other defects other defects
allowed. allowed.
No distortion,
Extended heat breakage and/or
§ 2.10.4 - -
ageing color change
allowed.
No breakage, distortion, crack in areas adjacent to
any insert, trim separation or other changes including
Temperature cycling § 2.11
functional or appearance changes allowed.
No objectionable odor emissions allowed.
No distortion, No distortion,
swelling, trim swelling, trim
separation or separation or
other changes, other changes,
Effects of damp heat § 2.12 -
including including
functional functional
changes changes
allowed. allowed.
No changes in
structure or
Resistance to hydrolysis § 2.13 - -
appearance
allowed.
THIS DOCUMENT MUST NOT BE REPRODUCED OR CIRCULATED TO THE THIRD PARTIES
WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT BY FIAT AUTO S.P.A. IN CASE OF DISPUTE

Low temperature impact § 2.14 No breakage allowed.

> 250 g
THE ONLY VALID REFERENCE IS THE ORIGINAL ITALIAN EDITION

Trim cover-padding/backing
§ 2.15 - - trim cover
adhesion
tearing allowed
No color
change
Accelerated
Weathering § 2.16.1 allowed. Slight - -
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ageing
hazing
permitted.

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TEST REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS
CONDITION
TYPE E TYPE MS TYPE I
No color change
Accelerated allowed. Slight
Lightfastness § 2.16.2 - -
ageing hazing
permitted.
No softening, tackiness, stains or other changes
Resistance to chemicals § 2.17 allowed.
Slight hazing permitted
Flame spread rate § 2.18 ≤ 100 mm/min

Amine contamination resistance § 2.19 No objectionable odours.

Material Material
classification of classification of
§ 2.20 and
Hardness resistance component as - component as
Std. 7-M0005
per Std. per Std.
7-M0005 7-M0005
§ 2.21 and
Misuse tests - Side door No breakages or malfunction
Std. 7-N8147

THIS DOCUMENT MUST NOT BE REPRODUCED OR CIRCULATED TO THE THIRD PARTIES

WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT BY FIAT AUTO S.P.A. IN CASE OF DISPUTE
THE ONLY VALID REFERENCE IS THE ORIGINAL ITALIAN EDITION
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