Description / Abstract:
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 test evaluates the glass wiping
characteristics of door outer beltline seals on movable door window
systems.
Applicability. This procedure applies to all
passenger cars, light duty trucks, and medium duty trucks. It can
be used for all door, midgate and endgate glass systems which
utilize an outer beltline weatherstrip seal. This test may also be
performed as part of a window system durability schedule to
evaluate glass wipe characteristics after outer belt wear.