GMW16252

Description / Abstract: GMW16252, 2nd Edition, April 2015 - Structural Adhesive Performance Guideline for the Bonding of Metallic Substrate for After Market Use

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. The test procedures and performance requirements contained in this standard are to serve as a template for the adhesive manufacturers, to aid in the accumulation of test data, and to provide insight as to the possible performance of the adhesive system under the conditions tested. This document is a guide and is not to be construed as an approval for this type of repair by GM, its agents, or dealers.

The acceptability of performance of any adhesive systems, evaluated by means of this standard, shall be the responsibility of the Service Technology Engineer, in conjunction with the Design Release Engineer, for the application intended.

Applicability. This guideline covers the performance requirements for an adhesive or adhesive system suitable for the structural bonding of metallic substrates for aftermarket service applications.

These adhesives may be used in service to bond replacement body panels (door, deck lid, hood, or roof skins) as an option to, or in conjunction with, welding, rivets, or other mechanical attachment means.

These adhesive systems may also be used in service to bond other automotive parts such as structural components, reinforcements, and body rails.

It is the intention and purpose of this guideline to provide a test protocol for evaluation of adhesive systems that could be utilized in service repair of vehicles.