SAE International Specifications
The ATS Family of Companies (FoC) can test car parts and components according to testing standards released by SAE International. Our high-quality testing capabilities include:
- SAE J81 – Hydrogen Embrittlement
- SAE J2020 – UV Exposure
- SAE J1563 – Cyclic Salt Fog
- SAE J1885 – Xenon Arc Weathering
- SAE J2412 – Xenon Arc Weathering
- SAE J2527 – Xenon Arc Weathering
- SAE J400 – Gravelometer
Automotive Manufacturer Standards
We test auto parts according to standards set by a variety of automotive manufacturers, including:
BMW
- AA 0129 – CASS TESTING
- AA P 194 – Resistance Testing
- AA-0224 – Cyclic Corrosion Testing
- AA-P 177 – Crosshatch Testing
- BMW Specs PDF
Chrysler
- LP-463PB-54-01 – Crock Mar Resistance
- CS-9003 – Material Content Reporting, Marking, Recyclability
- CS-Corrosion – Corrosion Requirement
- PF-7051 – Paint Continuous Performance – PPAP & PSO
- Chrysler Specs PDF
Ford
- BI 103-01 – Salt Spray Resistance Test for Painted Panels and Parts
- BI 104-01 – Water Immersion Test for Painted Parts & Panel
- BI 104-02 – Condensing Water Vapor Test
- WSS-M2P188-A1 – Resistance to Fade
- Ford Spec PDF
General Motors (GM)
- GM 258M – Weight Loss Insulation
- GM 273M – Corrosion Protective Coating for Brake Rotors
- GM 9070P – Flammability
- GM 4298P – Salt Spray Test
- GMW 14668 – Immersion Corrosion of Metals
- GM Specs PDF
Honda
- D2016-07 Rev.4 – General Coating (on metals)
- D2023-07 Rev.4 – Heat-Resistant Coating (on metals)
- D2028-07 Rev.3 – Oil-Resistance Coating (on metals)
- HES C206-99A – Flammability of Automobile Interior Parts
- Honda Jet Model HA-420 – Environmental Effects Test Procedure For Reclosable Fasteners
- Honda Specs PDF
Hyundai
- MS 300-08 – Flammability
- MS 300-34 – Odor
- MS 300-54 – Fogging
- MS 300-55 – VOC
- MS 210-07 – Water Jet
Mercedes/Daimler
- DBL 7392 – Coating/Painting for Parts Subject to Moderate Exposure to Corrosion Stress
- DBL 5471 – Trim & Molded Padded Parts for Vehicle Interiors (composite parts)
- DBL 5416 – Parts Manufactured from Thermoplastics for Paneling, Housings and Functional Parts for External Applications
- DBL 8585 – Environmental Protection, Hazardous Substances, Dangerous Goods Negative substance List
- Mercedes Specs PDF
Mitsubishi
- ES-X60210 – Plastic Parts – Interior Trim
- ES-X83239 – Standard Test Methods – Interior Plastic Parts
- Mitsubishi Specs PDF
Nissan (NES)
- 01ES00002 – Electro Coating Resistant Coating
- 27860NDS00 [7] – Actuator for Automotive Air Conditioners
- 62022NDS00 [9] – Bumper Fascia of Bumper System
- 74902NDS00 – Floor Carpet for Passenger and Commercial Car
- Nissan Specs PDF
Subaru
- TS-371-00-004 – Test Method of Exterior Parts Quality Requirement
- TS-371-00-009 – Quality Standard of Painting for Exterior Plastic Parts
- TS-371-00-010 – Basic Characteristic Specifications of Exterior Plastic Molding Parts
- TS-420-6-21 – Standard of Adhesion for Tape Material
- Subaru Specs PDF
Tesla
- TM-0009F-M Version 02 – Electrodeposited Zinc-Based Anti-Corrosion Coatings
- TM-0044T-F Version 01 – Material Specification: Carpeting, Flat and Molded Parts
- TP-0000701 Version 01 – Lightfastness of Materials to Artificial Weathering
- Tesla Specs PDF
Toyota
- PPS Test Method 1001 – Corrosion Resistance
- PPS Test Method 1002 – Chemical Resistance of Paint Film
- PPS Test Method 1005 – Water Resistance of Coatings
- PPS Test Methods 1007 – Chemical Resistance – Wiping Test
- Toyota Specs PDF
Volkswagen (VW)
- (DIN 53479) DIN EN ISO 1183-1 – Density
- ISO 11357 / DSC Method (Substituted for ISO 3146) – Melting Temperature
- DIN EN ISO 1133-A, Code T – Melt Mass-Flow Rate
- DIN EN ISO 1172 – Ignition Residue
- Volkswagen Specs PDF
Volvo
- STD423-0009 – Adhesion (Scrape)
- STD423-0012 – Adhesion (Cross Cut)
- STD423-0015 – Adhesion (Water Spraying under high pressure)
- STD 1026-8177 – Chemical Resistance (Surface Treatments)
- Volvo Specs PDF
Contact Us
Call +1 (888) 287-5227 to learn more about our automotive testing capabilities. To schedule SAE-compliant services, call us or complete an online inquiry today.