scope:

This standard covers the performance requirements of plastic parts used in exterior automotive applications. The parts may be functional assemblies or they may be a subassembly of, or attached to, metallic, decorative or functional parts.

Note: For coated (plated, painted, etc.) parts, not all tests are required. See Table B1 in Appendix B for the specific requirements. Additional requirements for coated or painted plastic parts or parts, which incorporate metals in their construction, are given in the relevant performance specifications.

Note: Some paragraphs reference both GMW test procedures and local test procedures. As soon as the GMW is available, it supercedes the local test procedure.