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STANDARD FOR D.C. BRUSH MOTOR – HVAC BLOWERS

1999-02-01
HISTORICAL
USCAR6
This standard sets forth the performance and durability requirements for 12-volt, D.C. brush-type electric motors used for automobile Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blowers and outlines Production Validation and Continuing Conformance testing.
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Ergonomic Guidelines for Small Lot Delivery Operations

2015-03-10
CURRENT
USCAR42
This document describes the design, assessment methods and physical requirements associated with material handling systems. This would include, but not limited to manual dollies, small lot systems and kitting. All possible designs and applications could not be anticipated in creating these guidelines. Where there are questions of adherence to this document, such as use of an “off-the shelf” design, always consult the responsible Ergonomics Department.
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STANDARD FOR CIGAR LIGHTERS & POWER OUTLETS

1998-09-01
HISTORICAL
USCAR4
This standard is intended to cover cigar or cigarette lighters as well as power outlets based on the form and dimensions of the cigar lighter. This standard is a full performance specification, it includes dimensional and operational parameters as well as performance characteristics which must be met when submitting a cigar lighter assembly or power outlet assembly for production approval. This standard constitutes an acceptance specification for a surface mounted, front-loaded cigar lighter or power outlet.
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Standard for Cigar Lighters & Power Outlets

2014-03-31
CURRENT
USCAR4-1
This standard is intended to cover cigar or cigarette lighters as well as power outlets based on the form and dimensions of the cigar lighter. This standard is a full performance specification, it includes dimensional and operational parameters as well as performance characteristics which must be met when submitting a cigar lighter assembly or power outlet assembly for production approval. This standard constitutes an acceptance specification for a surface mounted, front-loaded cigar lighter or power outlet.
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TORQUE-TENSION TESTING AND EVALUATION OF FASTENER FINISHES

2020-11-19
CURRENT
USCAR11-2
This standard provides a test method for determining the torque-tension relationship of a fastener finish as applied to a surrogate screw for the purpose of measuring the frictional characteristic of the fastener finish. The results obtained by this test shall be used as a process control attribute of the fastener finish and shall not be utilized for specific applications.
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TORQUE-TENSION TESTING AND EVALUATION OF FASTENER FINISHES

2007-03-01
HISTORICAL
USCAR11-1
This standard provides a test method for determining the torque-tension relationship of a fastener finish as applied to a surrogate screw for the purpose of measuring the frictional characteristic of the fastener finish. The results obtained by this test shall be used as a process control attribute of the fastener finish and shall not be utilized for specific applications.
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STANDARD FOR IN-TANK ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS

1999-08-15
HISTORICAL
USCAR13
This standard covers the operational characteristics, environment, durability procedures, and test procedures for in-tank electric fuel pumps for automotive gasoline applications. Specific performance and test criteria used in conjunction with this procedure are specified on the pump drawing. Particular sections of this document may be required for all applications. This standard is intended to evaluate specific characteristics as a supplement to normal material inspections, dimensional checking, and in-process controls, and should in no way adversely influence other inspection operations.
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Dimensional and Performance Specification for After-Market Gasoline Engine Oil Filters

2013-01-30
HISTORICAL
USCAR36
This specification defines the dimensional and performance requirements for aftermarket spin-on oil filters intended for use on gasoline engines. Filters meeting this specification may also be suitable for use on some diesel applications. Filters meeting these dimensional limits are intended to meet the oil filter fit and package requirements for engine and vehicle designs. Filters meeting the performance requirements are intended to maintain sufficient durability to support many of the OEM's recommended oil change intervals. Some OEM engines may require special filters for which this specification would not support.
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DIMENSIONAL AND PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION FOR AFTER-MARKET GASOLINE ENGINE OIL FILTERS

2021-05-13
CURRENT
USCAR36-1
This specification defines the dimensional and performance requirements for aftermarket spin-on oil filters intended for use on gasoline engines. Filters meeting this specification may also be suitable for use on some diesel applications. Filters meeting these dimensional limits are intended to meet the oil filter fit and package requirements for engine and vehicle designs. Filters meeting the performance requirements are intended to maintain sufficient durability to support typical 10000 mile oil change intervals. Some OEM engines may require special filters for which this specification would not support. Filters that meet or exceed this specification requirements for both dimensional and performance can claim “Conformance to SAE/USCAR - 36 Specifications.” Filters that meet just the performance specifications (ie. may have different thread) can claim “Aligns to SAE/USCAR - 36 Performance Specifications.”
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Specification for Testing Automotive Halogen Light Sources

2006-01-01
HISTORICAL
USCAR14-2
The procedures contained in this specification cover the laboratory testing of replaceable halogen incandescent bulbs for use in automotive road illumination. The following tests are intended to be run under the following conditions. New bulb design Design or process change made to an existing bulb, which could affect the outcome of the test The completion of one calendar year, accept as noted in the following Test Schedule Table. Test Title Yearly Physical Dimensions X Mean Spherical Candela (MSCD) X External Visual Examination X Color X Leak/Sealability Through Terminals and Seals X Deflection X Fluid Compatibility Terminal Retention X Resonant Frequencies Aged Resonant Frequency Salt Spray Outgassing Temperatures Requirement Laboratory Life at 14.0 VDC X Luminous Intensity Maintenance X Vibration Durability Shock Aged Vibration Durability Terminal Requirements DRL (SAE J2087)
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SPECIFICATION FOR TESTING AUTOMOTIVE HALOGEN LIGHT SOURCES

2022-03-15
CURRENT
USCAR14-3
The procedures contained in this specification cover the laboratory testing of replaceable halogen incandescent bulbs for use in automotive road illumination. The following tests are intended to be run under the following conditions. New bulb design Design or process change made to an existing bulb, which could affect the outcome of the test The completion of one calendar year, accept as noted in the following Test Schedule Table. Test Title Yearly Physical Dimensions X Mean Spherical Candela (MSCD) X External Visual Examination X Color X Leak/Sealability Through Terminals and Seals X Deflection X Fluid Compatibility Terminal Retention X Resonant Frequencies Aged Resonant Frequency Salt Spray Outgassing Temperatures Requirement Laboratory Life at 14.0 VDC X Luminous Intensity Maintenance X Vibration Durability Shock Aged Vibration Durability Terminal Requirements DRL (SAE J2087)
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SPECIFICATION FOR TESTING AUTOMOTIVE HALOGEN LIGHT SOURCES

2002-04-15
HISTORICAL
USCAR14-1
The procedures contained in this specification cover the laboratory testing of replaceable halogen incandescent bulbs for use in automotive road illumination. The following tests are intended to be run under the following conditions. New bulb design Design or process change made to an existing bulb, which could affect the outcome of the test The completion of one calendar year, accept as noted in the following Test Schedule Table. Test Title Yearly Physical Dimensions X Mean Spherical Candela (MSCD) X External Visual Examination X Color X Leak /Sealability Through Terminals and Seals X Deflection X Fluid Compatibility Terminal Retention X Resonant Frequencies Aged Resonant Frequency Salt Spray Outgassing Temperatures Requirement Laboratory Life at 14.0 VDC X Luminous Intensity Maintenance Vibration Durability Shock Aged Vibration Durability Terminal Requirements DRL (SAE J2087)
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HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTOR PERFORMANCE SUPPLEMENT TO SAE/USCAR-2

2008-08-27
CURRENT
USCAR37
Procedures included within this specification supplement are, when used in conjunction with SAE/USCAR 2, intended to cover performance testing at all phases of development, production, and field analysis of electrical terminals, connectors, and components that constitute the electrical connection systems in high voltage (60~600V) road vehicle applications. These procedures are applicable to terminals used for In-Line, Header, and Device Connector systems with and without Shorting Bars. This supplement applies to both sealed and unsealed connection systems.
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SPECIFICATION FOR TESTING AUTOMOTIVE LAMP ASSEMBLIES

2022-03-15
CURRENT
USCAR34
The procedures contained in this specification cover the laboratory testing of Exterior Lamps for use in automotive road illumination. The following tests are intended to be run under the following conditions. This document shall be applied to systems that meet the requirements for design, performance and validation established by government standards. If other manufacture’s components are intended to be approved for use in the lamp assembly, then those possible combinations of components shall be considered a new lamp assembly and shall also be tested.
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION FOR AUTOMOTIVE UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS (USB) CONNECTION SYSTEM

2022-07-04
HISTORICAL
USCAR30
Procedures included within this specification are intended to cover performance testing at all phases of development, production, and field analysis of any USB cable assemblies and associated connections that constitute the electrical connection systems between the consumer peripheral interface and the USB computer source in road vehicle applications. These procedures are only applicable to the USB connector and the cable. Unless otherwise specified, all of the tests listed in this specification are for both consumer and nonconsumer interface connectors.
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Performance Specification for Ultrasonically Welded Wire/Cable Termination

2009-12-18
HISTORICAL
USCAR38
IMPORTANT NOTICE: In any intended vehicle application, if the products covered by this specification are, or may be, subjected to conditions beyond those described in this document, they must pass special tests simulating the actual conditions to be encountered before they can be considered acceptable for actual vehicle application. Products certified by their supplier as having passed specific applicable portions of this specification are not to be used in applications where conditions may exceed those for which the product has been satisfactorily tested. The Authorized Person is the final authority as to what tests are to be performed on his or her parts and for what purpose these tests are required. He or she is also the final authority for resolving any questions related to testing to this specification and to authorizing any deviations to the equipment or procedures contained in this specification.
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION FOR ULTRASONICALLY WELDED WIRE TERMINATIONS

2016-04-05
HISTORICAL
USCAR38-1
This specification defines test methods and performance criteria for evaluating ultrasonically welded wire-to-terminal metallurgical bonds. The examples used are specific to the linear weld type of process equipment. USCAR-38 is not applicable for “Splice Welding”. The specification is applicable to wire-on-pad configurations with a typical weld shown in Figure 1. This test specification subjects parts under test to environmental exposures to simulate a lifetime of field exposure for a road vehicle. Exposures called-out in this specification include Thermal Shock, Temperature Humidity Cycling and mechanical abuse. This test specification is intended to evaluate the strength and performance of the interface between wires to an electrical terminal. Validation of the performance of the Terminal is a separate task and can be accomplished using a component validation test such as SAE/USCAR-2, which evaluates whether the entire connection system is acceptable.
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AVOIDANCE OF HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT OF STEEL

2008-06-01
HISTORICAL
USCAR5-3
This standard outlines the conditions that enhance the risk of hydrogen embrittlement of steel and define the relief procedures required to minimize the risk of hydrogen embrittlement. It is intended to control the process.
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