scope:

Note: Nothing in the specification supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless specific exemption has been obtained.

Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.

Purpose. The purpose of this test is to evaluate the sealing capability of engine coolant hose connections and evaluate individual components of the hose connections by subjecting radiator and heater hoses and their attachments to a thermal aging process and a pressure and motion/vibration cycle.

Foreword. Not applicable.

Applicability. This test is applicable to all vehicles and trucks utilizing water cooled internal combustion engines.