ENGINEERING MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

WSS-M2P190-A1

PAINT PERFORMANCE, VISIBLE METALLIC INTERIOR PARTS Tracking # M50061

1. SCOPE

This specification defines the performance requirements for decorative coatings or finishes including
paint, electrodeposition coating and powder coating on metal and metal plated substrates for interior
use.

2. APPLICATION

This specification was released originally to define performance requirements for various interior
applications such as seat tracks, towel bars, speaker grilles, brake pedals, and shift controls.

3. REQUIREMENTS

Material specification requirements are to be used for initial qualification of materials. All parts must
also meet the appropriate part performance specification and Subsystems Design Specification.

3.0 STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR PRODUCTION MATERIALS

Material suppliers and part producers must conform to the Company's Standard Requirements
for Production Materials (WSS-M99P1111-A).

3.4 SYSTEM COMPONENTS

3.4.1 Test Specimen Preparation

Tests shall be performed on actual components processed through the production or

production intent process. Where this is not possible, panels can be used on the
production or production intent process.

Panels must be used when part geometry does not allow testing to be performed.
Panels must be approved through Materials Engineering prior to testing.

3.4.2 Substrate

Cold rolled steel, hot rolled steel, aluminum and magnesium or as specified on the
Engineering Document.

3.4.3 Surface Preparation

The surface to be coated shall be cleaned by an acceptable process, e.g. cleaning

line, to remove any stamping oils, dust, dirt or debris.

3.4.4 Film Thickness

Film thickness of all applicators must be sufficient to meet the performance and
appearance requirements of this specification. The film thickness of all test
specimens shall be reported on the PSW and laboratory report.

3.4.5 Aging

Test panels or test specimens prepared for investigations according to this

specification must be aged for at least 72 hours at 23 + 2 °C prior to testing.

Date Action Revisions

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3.4.6 Production Repair

Repaired parts must also meet the requirements of this specification. All repair
materials and processes used must be approved by the affected Product Engineering
Office. Maximum film thickness and maximum number of repairs will be specified in a
mutually agreed control plan.

3.5 APPEARANCE

Color, gloss, tactile effect and surface finish shall match master Sample and/or Master
Appearance Sample as approved by Corporate Design.

The coating shall exhibit no craters, pinholes, solvent popping, seediness, abnormal roughness,
excessive flow or any other detrimental defect.

3.5.1 Color
(SAE J1767)

Shall match the Master Approved Sample color panel if applicable.

3.5.2 Gloss
(FLTM BI 110-01, ASTM D 523)

As released by Engineering:

A: 20° Glossmeter, min 92

B: 60° Glossmeter 76 - 84
C: 60° Glossmeter 66 - 74
D: 60° Glossmeter 68 - 66
E: 60° Glossmeter 47 - 53
F: 60° Glossmeter 33 - 38
G: 60° Glossmeter 17 - 23
H: 60° Glossmeter 7 - 13
J: 60° Glossmeter 4-6
K: 60° Glossmeter 2-4
L: 60° Glossmeter 0.5 – 2.0
N: 60° Glossmeter 1.8 – 2.4

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3.6 RESISTANCE PROPERTIES

3.6.1 Interior Corrosion Resistance, min. Rating 6

(FLTM BI 123-03, ASTM D610)

Part Location Description Minimum Number of

Cycles
Visible components on Risers, tracks, towel 10
the floor near heavy bars, etc.
foot traffic
High visible Head rest rods, isofix 5
components wires, actuator rods,
mirror stems, etc.
Low visible components Recliners, dump 2
(Components not in the mechanisms, etc.
previous two
categories)

No blistering, softening, dulling, loss of adhesion, or cracking permitted.

3.6.2 Adhesion, max Grade 0

(FLTM BI 106-01, Method B)

No flaking or chipping allowed.

3.6.3 Chipping
(SAE J400, Method C,
Chip counting procedure Method II)

Number of Chips, max. Rating 6

Size of Chips, max. Rating B
Point of Failure, max. Rating S/T

3.6.4 Water Resistance, min. Rating 4

(FLTM BI 104-01, 240h, ISO 105-A02/AATCC
Procedure 1),

No blistering, softening, dulling, or loss of adhesion when tested for adhesion within
30 minutes of removal from water on all paint systems.

3.6.5 Abrasion Resistance, min

(SAE J948, CS-10 wheels)

Abrasion resistance shall be determined on test panels if it is impossible to test a

specimen taken from a component. The control plan shall state the film thickness.

The film shall show no abrasion through to the substrate.

500 g load
1,000 cycles min and
1,000 cycles/25 µm paint thickness

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3.6.6 Resistance to Cleaning Agents, min Rating 4

discoloration
(FLTM BN 107-01, 10 cycles, AATCC
Evaluation Procedure 2)

Test Modifications: Saturate white cotton cloth with the cleaners listed.

Cleaners (see also paragraph on Cleaning Agents)

1) Window cleaner with ammonia

2) All purpose cleaner

3.6.7 Cure Test, min. Rating 3

(FLTM BN107-01, ISO 105-A02/AATCC
Evaluation Procedure 2)

Test Procedure: Perform a 10 cycle double rub with 1 part MEK/17 parts toluene
applying moderate pressure with wetted cheesecloth.

3.6.8 Long Term Heat Exposure, min. Rating 4

(ISO 105 A-02/AATCC evaluation Procedure 1)

Test one previously unexposed part as follows:

3.6.8.1 Horizontal or vertical parts AT OR ABOVE THE BELT-LINE (e.g. speaker

grilles, shift levers):

7 days at 100 + 2 °C

3.6.8.2 Horizontal or vertical parts BELOW THE BELT-LINE (e.g. speaker grilles,
shifter levers):

7 days at 90 + 2 °C

3.6.8.3 Horizontal or vertical parts in NON – SUN LOADED FLOOR LEVEL

LOCATIONS (e.g. track rails, mounting feet, brake pedals).

7 days at 80 + 2˚ C

Appearance Evaluation: No evidence of cracks, blisters or change in gloss when

compared with original unaged sample.

3.6.9 Short Term Heat, Humidity and Cold Cycle, min. Rating 4
(ISO 105 A-02/AATCC evaluation procedure 1)

3.6.9.1 Horizontal or vertical parts AT OR ABOVE THE BELT-LINE (e.g. speaker

grilles, shift levers):

. 5 h at -40 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at 100 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 2 h at 50 + 2 °C and 95 + 5% Relative humidity
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity

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. 5 h at –40 + 2° C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at 100 + 2 °C

3.6.9.2 Horizontal or vertical parts BELOW THE BELT LINE (e.g. speaker grilles,
shifter levers).

. 5 h at -40 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at 90 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 2 h at 50 + 2 °C and 95 + 5% Relative humidity
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at -40 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at 90 + 2 °C

3.6.9.3 Horizontal or vertical parts in NON – SUN LOADED FLOOR LEVEL

LOCATIONS (e.g. track rails, mounting feet, brake pedals).

- 5 h at -40 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at 80 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 2 h at 50 + 2 °C and 95 + 5% Relative humidity
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at -40 + 2 °C
. 30 min at 23 + 2 °C and 50 + 5% Relative humidity
. 5 h at 80 + 2 °C

Appearance Evaluation: No evidence of cracks, blisters or change in gloss when

compared with original unaged sample.

3.6.10 Resistance to Artificial Weathering, min Rating 4

(FLTM BO 116-01, ISO 105 A-02/AATCC
Evaluation Procedure 1)

Evaluation: The parts shall be completely free from evidence of cracking, blistering,
checking and peeling. Read and report the gloss change per FLTM BI-110-01. The
gloss should not increase and if the gloss decreases it should be less than 30%.

Parts must be used unless impossible. If panels are used the panel size shall be
approximately 60 + 5 x 150 + 5 mm with 1/3 area protected from exposure. Duplicate
parts or panels are required, one for appearance evaluation and one for water
immersion.

The parts should be exposed per the chart below:

LOCATION DESCRIPTION EXPOSURE (kJ/m2)

Heavy Exposure Actuator rods, etc 2406.4

Above the Beltline Head restraints, etc 902

Below the Beltline Door Speaker Grilles, 451
etc.
Mild Exposure Risers, etc. 150

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3.6.11 High Performance Paint Adhesion (Thermoshock), min Rate and Report
(FLTM BI 107-05)

Test Method: Expose the samples at 80 + 2 °C and 80 + 5% Relative Humidity for 96

hours then follow all steps of FLTM BI 107-05.

No loss of gloss or any other surface deterioration.

3.6.12 Resistance to Water and Soap Rating 4

Spotting, max discoloration
(FLTM BI 113-01, ISO 105-A02/AATCC
Evaluation Procedure 1)

No film softening allowed for any solution.

3.6.13 Resistance to Grease, min Rating 4

(FLTM BJ 126-01)

To be tested with the greases listed in the PSW that will come in contact with the
coated components.

Appearance evaluation: No film softening, blistering, dulling or loss of adhesion

allowed for any grease.

3.6.14 Resistance to Marring, min

(SAE J365, 10 cycles)

A and B gloss surfaces

Shall be capable of being sanded with 1200 grit or finer and polished.
No noticeable change in gloss or appearance except for a minimum of polishing
lines shall result.

C – L gloss surfaces

No evidence of discoloration, mar can be removed with four rubs of the thumb across
the mar.

3.6.15 Resistance to Suntan Lotion Rating 3

and Insect Repellent, max
(DVM-0036-MA, DVM-0039-MA)

3.6.17 Perspiration Resistance, min

(FLTM BI 113-06, ISO 105-A02/AATCC Evaluation Procedure 1)

Acid Perspiration Solution Rating 4

Alkaline Perspiration Solution Rating 4

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3.7 FOGGING
(SAE J1756, 3 h at 100˚C heating, 21˚C cooling
plate, post test conditioning 1 h and 16 h)

Fog Number, min 70

Formation of clear film, droplets or crystals is cause for rejection.

3.8 FLAMMABILITY
(ISO 3795)

Burn Rate, max 100 mm/min

The specimen size required for material approval is 355 x 100 x 2.0 + 0.1 mm with a smooth
surface.

3.9 ODOR Rating 2

(FLTM BO 131-01, SAE J1351), max

3.10 ABRASION AND PAINT WEAR RESISTANCE USING THE ABREX MACHINE (NORTH
AMERICA METALLICS ONLY) For master approved components.
(DVM-0055-MA, wet and dry, ISO I105-A02/AATCC Procedure 1)

AATCC
Color and
Load Gloss
Interior Regions (N) # of Cycles Change Abraded Area

High Touch Areas 5 50,000 4 No paint wear through

Low Touch Areas 5 30,000 4 No paint wear through

Rate and report the initial and final color and gloss.

High Touch Areas are defined as switches and switch bezels.

Low Touch areas are defined as regions such as seat tracks, risers and speaker grilles.

3.11 PROCESS WINDOW DEFINITION

The supplier shall perform a Design of Experiments (Response Surface Analysis is

recommended) to determine the process window of the substrate/paint combination. The three
variables/parameters to be included in the design are bake temperature, bake time, and film
thickness. An initial screening experiment should be run to determine what levels should be
tested for the variables/parameters. This screening experiment should be reviewed with the
materials engineer to set up the final DOE. Responses to the DOE will be based on the
materials tested and will be chosen from tests listed within the specification.

5. GENERAL INFORMATION

The information given below is provided for clarification and assistance in meeting the requirements of
this specification.

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5.1 CLEANING AGENTS (See paragraph Resistance to Cleaning Agents)

1) Window cleaner ZC-36-A/B/C*

2) All purpose cleaner ZC-11-A/B/C*

*or Ford Motor Company Recommended Equivalents

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