Description / Abstract:
Introduction
Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.
Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.
Purpose.
This standard provides the acceptance criteria and repair procedures for hem flange adhesive(s) applications in automotive products for which GM is responsible for establishing or approving product design.
Applicability.
This standard applies to any application where a hem flange adhesive is used for bonding exterior automotive closure panels. The criteria established in this standard become mandatory when referenced in product release information or an approved Product Quality Standard (PQS) document. Deviations from any adhesive criteria provided in this standard must be identified in product release information or an approved PQS document. 1.3 Remarks. Hem adhesive applications are considered satisfactory when they meet the acceptance criteria defined in this standard, the sealer visual aid, and/or program specific PQS.
Clarification.
For clarification of this standard or editorial comments, email the GM Weld Council at: weld.council@gm.com.
Proposed changes to this standard must be presented to the Global Weld Council. To suggest a change to this standard, reference the "Procedure for Weld Standard Changes" on the Weld Council's web page.
Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.
Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.
Purpose.
This standard provides the acceptance criteria and repair procedures for hem flange adhesive(s) applications in automotive products for which GM is responsible for establishing or approving product design.
Applicability.
This standard applies to any application where a hem flange adhesive is used for bonding exterior automotive closure panels. The criteria established in this standard become mandatory when referenced in product release information or an approved Product Quality Standard (PQS) document. Deviations from any adhesive criteria provided in this standard must be identified in product release information or an approved PQS document. 1.3 Remarks. Hem adhesive applications are considered satisfactory when they meet the acceptance criteria defined in this standard, the sealer visual aid, and/or program specific PQS.
Clarification.
For clarification of this standard or editorial comments, email the GM Weld Council at: weld.council@gm.com.
Proposed changes to this standard must be presented to the Global Weld Council. To suggest a change to this standard, reference the "Procedure for Weld Standard Changes" on the Weld Council's web page.
