Purpose.

This standard provides the acceptance criteria and repair methods for hem flange adhesive(s) applications in automotive products for which GM is responsible for establishing or approving product design. 

Applicability.

This standard applies to any application where a fabrication or body shop applied dispensed material is used inside a hem joint for bonding exterior automotive closures and body panels. The criteria established in this standard become mandatory when referenced in product release information or an approved Product Quality Standard (PQS) document. Deviations from any adhesive criteria provided in this standard must be identified in product release information or an approved PQS document