Global Performance Requirements For Labels: Worldwide Engineering Standards

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WORLDWIDE
ENGINEERING General Specification GMW14573
STANDARDS
Global Performance Requirements for Labels
1 Introduction
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.
1.1 Purpose. This standard defines the requirements and strategy for labels on GM vehicles sold worldwide.
Labels required in this standard are intended to convey information as well as to comply with legal requirements,
product liability requirements, or information necessary for the handling of the vehicle throughout the entire
vehicle lifecycle.
A label is a message applied to a vehicle or component that warns, informs, or instructs. Any message other
than specifications, bar codes, or identification marks is classified as a label. Wherever possible, label messages
should be directly marked/integrated into the component; e.g., embossed, debossed, pad printed, laser etched,
scribed, silk screened; to eliminate the need for a unique label part number and assembly operation.
1.2 Applicability. This standard addresses the performance requirements for pressure sensitive adhesive
labels, integrated labels (e.g., in-mold, heat applied, hot ink, fused) and sewn on labels. Labels that are installed
solely as manufacturing aids are not covered by this document, but could use appropriate tests, identified herein,
to assist in ensuring labels will perform as needed. Direct marked solutions referenced in 1.1 are not within the
scope of this specification.
1.3 Remarks. All labels are categorized by a label classification system that relates to the specific position of a
label. The label classification system defines different sets of functional requirements specified in this standard
(refer to 3.2.1). Main parameters are label location, exposure to Ultraviolet (UV) rays, and exposure to fluids.
1.3.1 Additionally, special label characteristics may be defined as follows:
1.3.1.1 Characteristic: Self Destruct (SD).
a. If an attempt is made to remove the label from the substrate, the label shall break into pieces or tear, or the
information thereon shall be rendered illegible at debonding, such that the label cannot be reused without
modification.
1.3.1.2 Characteristic: Integrated (INT).
a. The label cannot be removed without destroying or defacing the substrate (e.g., heat applied labels, fused,
in-mold labels, etc.)
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1.3.1.3 Characteristic: Tamper Evident on Part/Substrate (TE-1).

a. The label shall delaminate and leave an adhesive footprint on the substrate material upon removal.
1.3.1.4 Characteristic: Tamper Evident on Label (TE-2).
a. Alteration of the information on the label must leave traces of the original information or otherwise visibly
alter the appearance of the label material.
1.3.1.5 Characteristic: Anti-Counterfeiting/Anti-Faking (AC/AF).
a. Label shall contain a unique feature that is difficult to copy or is easily recognized as authentic.
1.3.1.6 Characteristic: No Special Characteristics.
a. Label is not required to meet any special label characteristics (e.g., SD, INT, TE-1, TE-2, AC/AF).
1.3.2 Label validation testing shall be performed with production intent labels located on production intent
components, installed using the production process, and tested for adhesion (including after humidity exposure
and temperature cycle tests) in the production vehicle orientation. During validation testing labels with secondary
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printing must be tested using GM specified printer and ribbon combinations identified on the drawings. Questions
regarding this should be directed to the GM release engineer.
1.3.3 The responsible GM release engineer is solely responsible to determine which label classification is valid.
The label classification will be part of the Release Drawing.
2 References
Note: Only the latest approved standards are applicable unless otherwise specified.
2.1 External Standards/Specifications.
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BS EN590 ISO 105-X12 ISO 8510-2 SAE J2527
ISO 105-A02 ISO 5084 ISO/IEC 15415
2.2 GM Standards/Specifications.
9981285 GMW3356 GMW14445 GMW15891
9984168 GMW14089 GMW14729 GMW16331
9985074 GMW14125 GMW14797 GMW16444
B 040 1990 GMW14141 GMW14829 GMW16745
GMW3010 GMW14162 GMW14872 GMW16955
GMW3059 GMW14333 GMW15010
GMW3208 GMW14444 GMW15548
2.3 Additional References.
• GM-Specified Printer and Ribbon Combinations Identified on the Drawings
• Interface Drawings
• International Material Data System (IMDS) at www.mdsystem.com
• Label Drawing
• Release Artwork/Drawings
• Release Drawing
• Sonax (www.sonax.com)
• Specific Vehicle Assembly Structure (VAS) or Installation Drawings
3 Requirements
3.1 Functional Requirements. The functional requirements define the quality of the label when delivered to the
customer.
3.1.1 The Release Artwork/Drawings are created in Adobe Illustrator. The supplier shall be able to read the
following formats: Adobe Illustrator file (.ai), Portable Document Format (PDF), Encapsulated PostScript (EPS)
or Computer Graphics Metafile (CGM). The supplier shall contact the responsible GM release engineer for
artwork/drawing.
3.1.2 The label shall fulfill the specific layout shown on the artwork/drawing released by the responsible GM
engineer (release drawing). The responsible GM engineer assesses the quality, colors, symbols, and verbiage
of the label. In case of any conflict, the file (.ai) is the master file that will be used to assess the quality of the
part. The supplier shall obtain approval by the responsible GM engineer, using the Production Part Approval
Process (PPAP) prior to shipment of labels for use on GM products.
3.1.3 Colors are defined in GMW14089 and must be measured using a spectrodensitometer or
spectrophotometer, with results provided on the Appearance Approval Report as part of PPAP submission. The
responsible GM release engineer is the final arbiter to approve label color.
3.1.4 Prior to the supplier making any changes to material or processing of a released label, the supplier shall
inform and get approval from the responsible GM release engineer and shall wait for their approval. All changes
must follow the PPAP process.
3.1.5 The supplier is responsible to conduct Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for label
construction, and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) for each label sourced. In case of a critical
item, the supplier is responsible to contact and inform the responsible GM release engineer. Furthermore, on

request of the responsible GM release engineer, the supplier shall provide the complete Failure Mode Effects
Analysis (FMEA) documentation.
3.1.6 The supplier shall identify opportunities for cost reduction. The supplier shall support all activities to reduce
product cost and total system cost.
3.1.7 Supplier Technical Representative.
3.1.7.1 The supplier shall nominate a technical representative responsible to coordinate all project items and be
able to support findings of technical solution.
3.1.7.2 The technical representative must be located in the country where the part will be designed or engineered
or released. Upon request by the responsible GM release engineer, the technical representative must be
present, within one (1) day, in project meetings at the location where the part is released.
3.1.7.3 The representative shall support express shipment of samples and materials. The GM release engineer
will provide production intent parts of the substrate (if available) for product validation testing upon request by
the supplier. In the event that production intent substrate is not available, the GM release engineer will provide
detailed material specifications to the supplier. The GM release engineer will arrange to have parts available for
the supplier representative.
3.1.8 Other Requirements.
3.1.8.1 Label Quality. The requirements to ensure label quality throughout the useful life of the vehicle are
defined in 3.5 of this document. Exceptions may apply to temporary labels (Classification F and Classification H).
3.1.8.2 Material Requirements. Functional requirements are independent of materials. Specific material
requirements are defined in 3.9 of this document. The supplier is responsible to choose the appropriate materials,
adhesive and if printed by the supplier, the printing process.
3.2 System/Subsystem/Component/Part Definition.
3.2.1 Label Classification.
3.2.1.1 Classification A: Engine Compartment Labels (A).
3.2.1.1.1 Labels are inside the engine compartment.
3.2.1.1.2 Labels of this type shall not be mounted on the engine block. (See Classification G for engine block
labels.)
3.2.1.1.3 Examples include labels on painted sheet metal, plastic covers, batteries, or fluid containers.
3.2.1.2 Classification B: Exposed Exterior Labels (B).
3.2.1.2.1 The position of the label is visible, outside of the body.
3.2.1.2.2 Examples include trailer hitch label, pick-up bed liner label, and portable battery charge label.
3.2.1.3 Classification C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Labels (C).
3.2.1.3.1 Labels are positioned outside of the rubber seals, only visible with a door opened.
3.2.1.3.2 Examples include labels on the door pillars and labels inside the fuel filler door.
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3.2.1.4 Classification D: Exposed Interior Labels (D).
3.2.1.4.1 Labels are positioned inside the vehicle and exposed to sunlight, positioned inside the rubber seals.
3.2.1.4.2 This classification of labels includes exposed labels and labels on the outside surface (show side) of
the sun visor.
3.2.1.4.3 Examples include wireless charging labels, utility vehicle handling labels and Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) label.
3.2.1.4.4 Other permanent labels exposed on the interior are sewn on labels. These labels may be made from
polyester, polyolefin, polyethylene or other approved materials.
3.2.1.4.4.1 Tensile strength of label fabrics when tested to GMW3010 must exceed 21 N/100 cm when tested in
machine direction.
3.2.1.4.4.2 Sewn on labels must have a thickness of 0.17 mm ± 0.2 mm when measured per ISO 5084.
3.2.1.4.4.3 Color crocking for sewn on labels when tested to ISO 105-X12 shall be greater than four (4) when
compared against the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) grey scale after ten (10) strokes both
wet and dry.

3.2.1.4.4.4 Dye migration of sewn on labels shall be four (4) or greater when compared to the grey scale after
testing to GMW14141.
3.2.1.4.4.5 Adhesion tests, temperature cycling, humidity and repositionability testing may be omitted for sewn
on labels. All other requirements for exposed interior labels (D) must be met.
3.2.1.5 Classification E: Non-Exposed Interior Labels (E).
3.2.1.5.1 Labels are inside the vehicle but not regularly exposed to sunlight, positioned inside the rubber seals.
3.2.1.5.2 This classification of labels includes non-exposed labels and sun visor labels exposed only by folding
down the sun visor or opening the door.
3.2.1.5.3 Examples include seat belt labels and labels inside stowage compartments.
3.2.1.6 Classification F: Exposed Interior Labels – Temporary (F).
3.2.1.6.1 Labels are positioned inside the vehicle and exposed to sunlight, positioned inside the rubber seals.
3.2.1.6.2 Removable adhesives or other temporary attachment methods are used.
3.2.1.6.3 Examples include price labels, consumer information label (OnStar®) and airbag hang tags.
3.2.1.7 Classification G: Engine/Transmission Labels (G).
3.2.1.7.1 Labels are adhered directly to the engine block or transmission.
3.2.1.7.2 Examples include engine identification labels and transmission identification labels.
3.2.1.8 Classification H: Exposed Exterior Labels – Temporary (H).
3.2.1.8.1 Labels are positioned outside the vehicle and exposed to sunlight. Labels may be adhered directly to
Class A painted surfaces.
3.2.1.8.2 Examples include fuel door instruction labels and do not open labels.
3.2.1.9 Classification J: Traceability (TRA) or Error Proofing (EP1) Labels (J).
3.2.1.9.1 This category applies to labels which only contain traceability (Key Product Characteristics
(KPC) = TRA) or Error Proofing (KPC = EP1) bar code and human readable data. Labels with other information
or messages must meet the performance requirements of Classifications A thru Classification H, as defined by
their location and life.
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3.2.1.9.2 Labels have reduced requirements because once scanned as part of the assembly process, usefulness
of label and information is limited.
3.2.1.9.3 Fluid resistance test requirements will be unique for each application and are the final decision of the
GM release engineer.
3.2.2 Interfaces.
3.2.2.1 Mounting Surface.
3.2.2.1.1 The label material and adhesive must be selected to adhere to the specified mounting surface or
substrate taking into consideration material composition, graining and surface geometry, including production
vehicle orientation. The label supplier must be notified by the GM release engineer any time the mounting surface
composition changes. This includes fabric or graining changes.
3.2.2.1.2 The surface to which label is to be applied should be cleaned with an isopropyl alcohol or a 1:1 solution
of deionized water and isopropyl alcohol.
3.2.2.1.3 The label and adhesive must be compatible with the surface to which it is applied. The adhesive layer
must not bleed after application.
3.2.2.2 Physical Interfaces.
3.2.2.2.1 Substrate. The intended substrate material is provided by the responsible GM release engineer. The
supplier can request additional details about the mounting surface or substrate from the responsible GM
engineer. All production validation testing shall be performed with production intent labels located on production
intent components, installed using the production process. Relocation of label on a different substrate warrants
revalidation.
3.2.2.2.2 Location. Labels shall not be located in areas where label surface will interfere with any type of seal
or where constant contact with an abrasive source may be encountered.
3.2.2.2.3 Dimensions, Dimensional Fits. The position and the mounting requirements for the labels are defined
by the specific Vehicle Assembly Structure (VAS) or Installation Drawings (covers also Interface Drawings),
created in Unigraphics/NX format.

3.3 Adhesion Requirements. Label material approved to this specification, which contain pressure sensitive
adhesives, must meet adhesion requirements for given classification, as specified in 4.4, when tested over
polypropylene substrates per GMW15548 (for development only).
3.4 Integration Requirements.
3.4.1 Harmony/Human Factors (Styling). The graphic design (styling) is defined on the release drawing/.ai file.
3.4.2 Recycling/Recovery. Refer to 3.9.5.
3.4.2.1 Design of Recyclable/Recoverable Systems. The label material should be chosen for recyclability.
3.5 Dependability. Dependability, as it relates to Quality, Reliability, and Durability (QRD), is the ability of the
subsystem to function during its target life within the performance levels specified in this standard.
3.5.1 Target Life.
3.5.1.1 The target life of the labels shall be minimum 15 years for all permanent labels.
3.5.1.2 The target life of temporary labels shall be one (1) year.
3.5.1.3 The target life requirement of the vehicle shall cover all usual environmental conditions and all common
usage by the customer.
3.5.1.4 The target life requirement for the label shall also cover normal deterioration of the mounting surface and
its material.
3.5.2 Supplier Responsibility.
3.5.2.1 The supplier is responsible to choose the material and adhesive, so that the labels meet the specified
performance requirements, taking into account the substrate’s orientation on the vehicle. (Example: Labels
placed on B Pillar must be tested in vertical position.)
3.5.2.2 The supplier shall demonstrate through testing and analysis that the labels fulfill the minimum
requirements of the target life.
3.5.2.3 The supplier shall fulfill all legal requirements, standards, norms, GM specifications related to the specific
label and consumer organization recommendations regarding all special tests therein.
3.5.2.4 The labels shall pass all Product Validation (PV) tests specified in the GM Label Product Validation Test
Matrix (refer to Appendix A, Table A1). The supplier shall submit complete documentation with approved results
for all product validation tests at PPAP submission. Complete documentation includes, but is not limited to, all
test results (pass/fail), and pictures of control samples versus tested samples. Physical samples may need to
be supplied to the GM engineer. Additionally, the responsible GM release engineer may decide to perform
production validation tests internally.
3.5.2.5 The responsible GM release engineer has the authority to decide if a production validation test can be
modified or eliminated, or if surrogate data can be used for a specific label release. Surrogate data greater than
three years old will not be accepted. The responsible GM release engineer is the final arbiter regarding the
assessment and interpretation of test results.
3.5.2.6 Parts in continuous production must undergo validation testing every three years, at a minimum.
Resubmitting PPAP documentation is not required if there are no material changes. However, tests results must
be available upon request.
3.5.3 Wearout Items.
3.5.3.1 The labels shall withstand and show no deterioration by normal cleaning procedures by consumers,
dealers or rental vehicle companies.
3.5.3.2 Any bar code on the label shall be able to be scanned during the target life unless otherwise specified.
3.6 Reliability/Durability.
3.6.1 Ambient Operation Requirements. The label shall withstand and show no deterioration under all climate
conditions and in all countries where the vehicle will be sold.
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3.6.2 Ambient Transport and Storage Requirements. The labels shall not be adversely affected by storage,
especially when:
3.6.2.1 Unattached up to one (1) year in a temperature range between 15 °C to 23 °C.
3.6.2.2 Label sheets or label rolls are stacked up.
3.6.2.3 Labels are transported by air or sea.

3.6.3 Reliability/Durability Requirements. The labels shall not be negatively affected by any of the
environmental exposures identified in all applicable test procedures. That is, the labels shall show no evidence
of delaminating, loss of adhesive, loss of printing or any other effect that would render them illegible for the life
of the vehicle.
3.6.4 Damage Resistance. The label shall be designed to avoid damage in case of certain misuse cases during
transportation and assembly. The responsible GM release engineer determines during the development process
if specific misuse tests have to be fulfilled.
3.7 Serviceability. See GMW15010.
3.7.1 Service Parts. The supplier may be required to provide labels for service replacement for up to 15 years
after end of production.
3.8 Manufacturability.
3.8.1 Handling and Installation Requirements.
3.8.1.1 The supplier is responsible to ensure that there are no installation related issues at the assembly plant,
i.e., labels must be easy to install, and should not be crumpled, folded or destroyed in any other way during
handling.
3.8.1.2 The label must be designed to be easily released from the protective release liner or paper, whether the
operator wears gloves or not. The supplier shall contact the plant responsible to gather any special conditions
under which the label will be handled. The responsible GM release engineer and the plant responsible engineer
will be the final arbiters for acceptance of the label material.
3.8.1.3 The label and its adhesive shall be adequate for mounting on normally processed vehicles without a
special cleaning process of the mounting surfaces. It shall be designed to be applied within a temperature range
from 15 °C to 40 °C. After application, the vehicle can be stored in a temperature range from -25 °C to +45 °C
with the associated sun loading and humidity without detriment to the label.
3.8.1.4 The label shall be designed to be repositionable within 20 s after installation. The responsible GM release
engineer may decide not to apply the repositioning requirement for a specific label.
3.8.1.5 In the event that splicing of label rolls is required, the material used to join the two ends of the spliced
rolls shall not interfere with label quality or print quality, including secondary print operations.
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3.8.2 Supplier Requirements.
3.8.2.1 Direct Supply Labels.
3.8.2.1.1 The labels shall be provided on rolls unless otherwise specified on the drawing. Note: The responsible
GM release engineer defines on the drawing if the labels shall be delivered on sheets, including family sets,
individually cut, or rolls.
3.8.2.1.2 The format of the rolls shall fit to the specific production equipment (distribution equipment), if
applicable.
3.8.2.1.3 The responsible GM release engineer may require perforation between each label supplied on rolls
and family sets.
3.8.2.2 In-Plant Labels. Suppliers of labels that are printed in the GM plant or labels that have additional
verbiage and graphics added at the GM plant (in-plant labels) must fulfill the additional requirements described
in 3.8.2.2.1 thru 3.8.2.2.5.
3.8.2.2.1 The label supplier shall supply the label material.
3.8.2.2.2 The label supplier shall ensure that the label material is compatible with the implemented equipment,
including, but not limited to: printer ribbon, toner, programming parameters, in order to produce optimal results.
3.8.2.2.3 The label supplier shall support all changes of the hardware and software of the implemented
equipment as far as the label material is concerned.
3.8.2.2.4 The label supplier shall support manufacturing personnel.
3.8.2.2.5 The supplier shall be responsible to complete PPAP/PV requirements on finished labels using
GM-Specified Printer and Ribbon combinations identified on the drawings or after being processed in the GM
plant. This applies for the release of new label material, all changes of label material, and for all changes in
production equipment.
3.8.2.2.6 Plants that perform secondary printing on labels must ensure they are using approved Information
Technology (IT) Bill of Material (BOM) printers. Ribbons, toner, and other printer material required to ensure the

production of quality parts are defined on label stock drawings. In the event that this information is not available,
the plant should contact the GM Label Engineer for guidance. The GM Label Engineer will also provide default
settings for printers. These settings may require adjustment by the plant, as each printer varies due to factors
such as age, environment, etc.
3.9 Materials Guidelines.
3.9.1 Label Material. The supplier is responsible to provide a label material that meets the GM Label Product
Validation Test Matrix requirements (refer to Appendix A, Table A1).
3.9.2 Production Intent Materials. Testing is to be performed on production intent labels, located on production
intent components, and installed using the production process.
3.9.3 Preferred Materials. The supplier is responsible for selecting the appropriate materials.
3.9.4 Materials to be Avoided. The use of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) based materials should be avoided.
3.9.5 Restricted and Reportable Substances.
3.9.5.1 The system design shall comply with the most recent version of GMW3059, Restricted and Reportable
Substances. Legal requirements and rules for materials must be followed.
3.9.5.2 The verification of conformity will be completed by using International Material Data System (IMDS)
(www.mdsystem.com). The label supplier shall be responsible to fill in the IMDS database and to update it
whenever necessary.
3.10 Other Requirements.
3.10.1 Identification and Marking. Marking of labels shall be made in accordance with GMW16331 unless
specified otherwise on the Label Drawing.
Note: Labels are generally exempt from requiring the GM logo specified in GMW16331. When it is required, the
Label Drawing will indicate the logo.
3.10.2 Documentation. The supplier is fully responsible for complete documentation of the label, the
engineering and production process, etc., according to the usual quality norms requested by GM and official
authorities. Upon request of the responsible GM release engineer, the supplier shall grant access to these
documents.
4 Validation
4.1 General. Validation Requirements.
4.1.1 The supplier shall furnish label samples along with test data and photos of tested labels, at no cost to GM,
upon request of the responsible GM release engineer. Tested plaques/samples showing actual test results must
be available for review prior to PPAP approval.
4.1.2 Parts used for validation testing may be wiped with isopropyl alcohol as required to ensure clean mounting
surface.
4.1.3 Labels shall be adhered to production intent surface and be stored 24 h at room temperature prior to
testing. Exceptions to this requirement are indicated in Appendix A, Table A1 for specific tests as applicable.
4.1.4 After humidity, temperature cycling, or heat aging conditioning, parts must be dried and stored one (1) h at
room temperature of 18 °C to 25 °C before testing, except in the case of Test "1e" (see Appendix A, Table A1).
4.1.5 All product validation testing (refer to Appendix A, Table A1) shall be performed with labels mounted to the
production intent surface with correct graining and material installed using the production process. Abrasion
testing is the only exception.
4.2 Validation Cross Reference Index. Not applicable.
4.3 Supporting Paragraphs. Not applicable.
4.4 Validation Testing.
4.4.1 Determination of Appropriate Adhesion Test. The adhesion test to be performed is dependent on the
characteristic of the label (i.e., no special characteristics, self-destruct, integrated, anti-faking or tamper evident)
and the classification of the label (i.e., A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H or J). Refer to Appendix A, Table A1.
4.4.2 Product Validation Tests. Apply the appropriate product validation tests in Appendix A, Table A1, per the
label characteristic and classification type. A minimum of three samples shall undergo each applicable test.
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Note: Test "8b" (see Appendix A, Table A1) is only applicable to Exposed Exterior Labels (B). Results can take
up to three (3) months. Interim assessment may be completed after two (2) weeks or six (6) weeks to ensure
that the release timing is not at risk. The responsible GM release engineer may decide not to apply this test
based on engineering judgment, i.e., if similar results are already available.
4.5 Interpretation of Results.
4.5.1 OK Appearance. OK Appearance is interpreted as no de-bonding, no wear, no change in appearance
compared to delivery status. Slight color changes may be acceptable, to be assessed by responsible GM release
engineer.
4.5.2 Ultimate Approval. The responsible GM release engineer shall be the final arbiter for all assessment of
the PV test results.
5 Provisions for Shipping

The labels shall be packed in order to avoid part damage during shipping and storage. A container of labels shall
not weigh in excess of ergonomic guidelines specified by GM.
6 Notes
6.1 Glossary. Not applicable.
6.2 Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Symbols.
.ai Adobe Illustrator File Type
AC/AF Anti-Counterfeiting/Anti-Faking
ANSI American National Standards Institute
BOM Bill of Material
CGM Computer Graphics Metafile
DFMEA Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis
EP1 Error Proofing
EPS Encapsulated PostScript
FMEA Failure Mode Effects Analysis
GM General Motors
GME General Motors Europe
IMDS International Material Data System
INT Integrated
ISO International Organization for Standardization
IT Information Technology
KPC Key Product Characteristics
PDF Portable Document Format
PFMEA Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis
PPAP Production Part Approval Process
PV Product Validation
PVC Polyvinyl Chloride
QRD Quality, Reliability, and Durability
SD Self Destruct
TE-1 Tamper Evident on Part/Substrate
TE-2 Tamper Evident of Label
TRA Traceability
UV Ultraviolet
VAS Vehicle Assembly Structure
VIN Vehicle Identification Number

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7 Additional Paragraphs
7.1 All parts or systems supplied to this standard must comply with the requirements of GMW3059, Restricted
and Reportable Substances.
8 Coding System
This standard shall be referenced in other documents, drawings, etc., as follows:
GMW14573
This standard may be referenced on drawings as follows:
GMW14573 (x), y
Where:
x indicates label classification per 3.2.1
y indicates label characteristic per 1.3.1
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9 Release and Revisions

This standard was originated in October 2005. It was first approved by the Global Label Subsystem Leadership
Team in September 2006. It was first published in September 2006.
Issue Publication Date Description (Organization)
4 APR 2012 3.2.1.4.4 Added section for sewn on labels.
4.1.1 Added wording for photos of tested labels.
4.2.2 Corrected references to adhesion test for tamper evidence.
4.2.3.1 Added pressure testing 10.
4.2.3.4 Changed heat aging test to 6d.
4.2.3.5 Changed heat aging test to 6d.
4.2.3.6 Added heat aging test 6d.
4.2.3.8 Changed heat aging to 6a.
4.3.1: Added wording on slight color changes.
Table A1, Expanded Classification column to include title of each classification for
easy reference.
Table A1, Test 2a: Added optional specification for crockmeter equipment.
Table A1, Test 3f: Changed to Test 3f-1 for Ethanol Dipping for A, C, G, only; added
Test 3f-2 for Ethanol Rubbing – GMW15891.
Table A1, Test 3h: Added BS EN590.
Table A1, Test 5: Added two repetitions for all test types.
Table A1, Test 6: Corrected classification groups for proper temperatures; added 6d
for interior labels.
Table A1, Test 7: Clarified Test Specification (Method B at 28 MJ/m2 or Method D at
225 kJ/m2)
Table A1, Test 9: Replaced GMW3417 and GMW14231 with GMW14444 3.3.
Table A1, Test 10: Added water jet reference.
Table A1, Test 11: Added applicability statement.
5 SEP 2014 Table A1
Test 1b: Revised "Required Test Output" to include "or cohesive separation of
substrate which destroys or defaces the substrate" to reflect alternative test result.
Test 2c: Changed number of cycles from 300 to 200.
Test 3d: Changed Immersion temperature for Classification G from 120 °C to 100 °C.
Test 9: Removed GMW14444 section reference (3.3.3) and replaced with "Natural
Weathering Requirements" to match latest version of GM Worldwide standard.
(Interior – Labels and Literature)
6 OCT 2015 Separated tamper evident into two characteristics TE-1 and TE-2. Added anti-
counterfeiting and anti-faking. Added new classification "J" for TRA and EP1 only
labels. Lowered repositionability requirement to 20 s. Added test number 1e. Added
gloss level requirement. (Interior – Labels and Literature Global Subsystem
Leadership Team)
7 JUN 2017 1.2, 1.3.1.2: Added fused as an example of integrated application. 1.3.2, 3.2.2.1.1,
3.5.2.1: Added statement that label must be tested in final vehicle position. 3.5.2.5:
Added statement that surrogate data older than three years would not be accepted.
3.5.2.6: New statement regarding re-testing requirements. Table A1. Test 3a:
Removed Classification E. Unlikely to be exposed to detergent. Test 3i: New test
for sunscreen and insect repellent; only applicable if noted on drawing, based on
label position. Test 15: Removed Classification E. Added “Not applicable”
statement. 3.8.1.5: Added requirement that splicing cannot affect secondary
printing. 4.1 thru 4.5: Renumbered paragraphs to comply with template. "OK
Appearance" moved from 4.3 to 4.5; no change to requirement. (Interior - Safety,
Lighting, Decorative Trim, Labels/Literature/VIN)
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Appendix A
Table A1: GM Label Product Validation Test Matrix

Required Test
Test
Classification Requirement Test Name Test Specification Output/
Number
Target Value
14 days after
Characteristic: Resistance to Peel application to
Self Destruct (SD) Strength substrate, break into
I. 14 days After pieces or tear, or the
A: Engine Compartment Delivery ISO 8510-2 information thereon
1a Adhesion II. After Humidity Grip Separation shall be rendered
B: Exposed Exterior
Exposure 10 mm/minute illegible at
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior III. After debonding, such
D: Exposed Interior Temperature that the label cannot
Cycle Test be reused without
E: Non-Exposed Interior
modification.
Characteristic: Crosshatch Tape Rating one (1)

Integrated Adhesion (for heat maximum
applied and in mold or
labels only)
A: Engine Compartment GMW14829 95% retention
1b Adhesion I. After Delivery
B: Exposed Exterior II. After Humidity (3 mm) or
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Exposure cohesive separation
III. After of substrate which
D: Exposed Interior
Temperature destroys or defaces
E: Non-Exposed Interior Cycle Test the substrate
Characteristic:
Tamper Evident (TE-1) Resistance to Peel
Strength
The label shall
A: Engine Compartment I. 14 Days After delaminate and
Delivery ISO 8510-2
B: Exposed Exterior leave an adhesive
1c Adhesion II. After Humidity Grip Separation footprint on the
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Exposure 300 mm/minute substrate material
D: Exposed Interior III. After upon removal.
Temperature
E: Non-Exposed Interior Cycle Test
G: Engine/Transmission
Characteristic:
No Special Characteristics
Resistance to Peel
Strength Peel Strength
A: Engine Compartment minimum
I. After Delivery
B: Exposed Exterior II. After Humidity 4.4 N/cm or
Exposure cohesive failure of
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior ISO 8510-2
III. After substrate
D: Exposed Interior 1d Adhesion Grip Separation
Temperature
E: Non-Exposed Interior Cycle Test 300 mm/minute
Exception:
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary Remark: Alternatively, a Temporary Labels -
G: Engine/Transmission label requiring test 1d minimum 1 N/cm,
that fulfills test 1a may maximum 5 N/cm
H: Exposed Exterior – Temporary
also be accepted.
J: Traceability/Error Proofing
Only
Resistance to peel
strength after early
exposure to heat (to
simulate engine start in
ISO 8510-2
Characteristic: All plant) OK Appearance
1e Adhesion Grip Separation
G: Engine/Transmission I. After (see 4.5)
300 mm/minute
20 minutes at
23 °C then
30 minutes at
150 °C
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Required Test
Test
Number
Target Value
GMW14125
Friction Media:
two (2) Crock Cloths
on 15.7 mm Diameter OK Appearance
Crock Head (see 4.5)
Attachment Bar Code Print
Quality, When
Stroke Length: 5 cm
Abrasion Resistance Present, SHALL BE
Abrasion (2 in) American National
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior 2a Test - Linear Abrasion
Resistance Speed: Standards Institute
Testing
(ANSI) Grade C or
30 cycles/minute
Better at GM Point
Cycles: 1000 of Scan. Evaluate
Pressure force: Using
15.0 N ISO/IEC 15415
Crock-meter with Arm
Weighted to 15 N
May be Used.
OK Appearance
(see 4.5)
A: Engine Compartment Bar Code Print
GMW3208
Quality, When
B: Exposed Exterior Abrasion Abrasion Resistance CS10 Wheel Present, SHALL BE
2b
D: Exposed Interior Resistance Test 500 g Weight ANSI Grade C or
E: Non-Exposed Interior Better at GM Point
100 Cycles
of Scan. Evaluate
Using
ISO/IEC 15415
OK Appearance
(see 4.5)
Bar Code Print
GMW3208
Quality, when
Abrasion Abrasion Resistance CS10 Wheel Present, SHALL BE
G: Engine/Transmission 2c
Resistance Test 500 g Weight ANSI Grade C or
Better at GM Point
200 Cycles
of Scan. Evaluate
Using
ISO/IEC 15415
OK Appearance
(see 4.5)
Bar Code Print
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary GMW3208
Quality, When
H: Exposed Exterior – Temporary Abrasion Abrasion Resistance CS10 Wheel Present, SHALL BE
2d
J: Traceability/Error Proofing resistance Test 500 g Weight ANSI Grade C or
Only Better at GM Point
50 Cycles
of Scan. Evaluate
Using
ISO/IEC 15415
A: Engine Compartment
B: Exposed Exterior
Sonax (a cleaner) or
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Resistance to Detergent Resistance OK Appearance
3a 9981285 Immersion
D: Exposed Interior Fluids Test (see 4.5)
for four (4) h at 23 °C
H: Exposed Exterior - Temporary
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Required Test
Test
Number
Target Value
GMW16955
Classification A -
Immersion for
A: Engine Compartment Resistance to Engine Oil Resistance OK Appearance
3b four (4) h at 120 °C;
G: Engine/Transmission Fluids Test (see 4.5)
Classification G -
Immersion for
four (4) h at 150 °C
A: Engine Compartment B 040 1990
Resistance to Windshield Washer Fluid OK Appearance
B: Exposed Exterior 3c Immersion for
Fluids Resistance Test (see 4.5)
G: Engine/Transmission four (4) h at 23 °C
GMW3356
Classification A -
Immersion for
A: Engine Compartment Resistance to Brake Fluid Resistance OK Appearance
3d four (4) h at 23 °C;
G: Engine/Transmission Fluids Test (see 4.5)
Classification G -
Immersion for
B: Exposed Exterior
Resistance to
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior 3e Fuel Resistance Test GMW14333-A Rating Three (3)
Fluids
– only for Fuel Door labels
Resistance to Ethanol for Cleaning OK Appearance
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior 3f-1 GMW14333-B
Fluids Test (Dipping Test) (see 4.5)
B: Exposed Exterior
GMW15891
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Resistance to Ethanol for Cleaning OK Appearance
3f-2 Used as a chemical
D: Exposed Interior Fluids Test (Rubbing Test) (see 4.5)
resistance test
GMW16444
Resistance to Transmission Fluid OK Appearance
G: Engine/Transmission 3g Immersion for
Fluids Resistance Test (see 4.5)
9985074 or
Resistance to Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel BS EN590 OK Appearance
G: Engine/Transmission 3h
Fluids Fuel Resistance Test Immersion for (see 4.5)
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D. Exposed Interior: Test is

required only when identified with
Resistance to Sunscreen and Insect OK Appearance
a Note on drawing; requirement 3i GMW14445
Fluids Repellant Resistance (see 4.5)
will be based on potential for
contact with human skin.

Required Test
Test
Number
Target Value
B: Exposed Exterior GMW14729
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior 144 h either
D: Exposed Interior Method A or B
E: Non-Exposed Interior Humidity Humidity Resistance OK Appearance
4
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary Resistance Test Exception: (see 4.5)
G: Engine/Transmission Classification J:
H: Exposed Exterior – Temporary 72 h either
J: Traceability/Error Proofing Method A or B
Only
30 minutes at 90 °C
30 minutes at -30 °C
B: Exposed Exterior
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior
Temperature Repeat for Two More
E: Non-Exposed Interior Resistance to OK Appearance
5a Cycle Cycles
H: Exposed Exterior – Temporary Temperature Cycle Test (see 4.5)
Resistance
Only Exception:
Classification J:
replace 90 °C with
50 °C
A: Engine Compartment Temperature
Resistance to 30 minutes at -30 °C OK Appearance
5b Cycle
D: Exposed Interior Temperature Cycle Test 15 minutes at 23 °C (see 4.5)
Resistance
Repeat for Two More
Cycles
Temperature
Resistance to 30 minutes at -30 °C OK Appearance
G: Engine/Transmission 5c Cycle
Temperature Cycle Test 15 minutes at 23 °C (see 4.5)
Resistance
Repeat for Two More
Cycles
B: Exposed Exterior
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior
Heat Resistance Test seven (7) days at OK Appearance
H: Exposed Exterior – Temporary 6a Heat Aging
(seven (7) days) 90 °C (see 4.5)
Only
A: Engine Compartment 6b Heat Aging
(seven (7) days) 120 °C (see 4.5)
Heat Resistance Test OK Appearance
G: Engine/Transmission 6c Heat Aging 1600 h at 150 °C
(1600 h) (see 4.5)
D: Exposed Interior
E: Non-Exposed Interior 6d Heat Aging
(seven (7) days) 90 °C (see 4.5)
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary
GMW14162
D: Exposed Interior Method B Rating four (4)
Color Color Fastness to minimum to
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary 7 ≥ 28 MJ/m2
Fastness Artificial Lights Test ISO 105-A02 (VIN4-
H: Exposed Exterior - Temporary or Method D 5)
≥ 225 kJ/m2
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Required Test
Test
Number
Target Value
GMW14797
(has Table 3 -
Weather Resistance),
Artificial Weather Resistance OK Appearance
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior 8a which requires
Weathering Test (see 4.5)
SAE J2527 with
Extended UV Filters,
≥ 600 kJ/m2
GMW14797
(has Table 3 -
Weather Resistance),
Artificial Weather Resistance OK Appearance
B: Exposed Exterior 8b which requires
Weathering Test (see 4.5)
SAE J2527 with
Extended UV Filters,
≥ 2500 kJ/m2
GMW14444
Samples shall follow
the exposure
requirements of
GMW14444
(has the Natural
Weathering
Natural Requirements),
Weathering
Interior Trims/Materials according to location
D: Exposed Interior (Required for OK Appearance
9 Exposure Tolerance of the label under
New (see 4.5)
Evaluation Test
Technologies solar absorbing glass.
Only) Where non-solar
glass is used,
samples shall be
exposed according to
regional requirements
as determined by the
regional Materials
Engineering Group.
A: Engine Compartment Pressure
Resistance to High GMW16745 OK Appearance
B: Exposed Exterior 10 Testing
Pressure Cleaning Test Method A (see 4.5)
G: Engine/Transmission (Water Jet)
B: Exposed Exterior Label Repositioning Test Applicable Only to
(test to demonstrate that
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Pressure Sensitive No Deterioration of
the label can be
D: Exposed Interior the Mounting
Reposition- repositioned on the Labels
11 Surface, the Label
E: Non-Exposed Interior ability Testing mounting surface,
Surface and
mounted and detached
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary Detach label 20 s Adhesive
by hand to simulate
G: Engine/Transmission assembly line condition) after Adhering.
H: Exposed Exterior - Temporary
Vehicle
Durability Vehicle Durability
OK Appearance
G: Engine/Transmission 12 Schedule, Schedule (including GMW14872 (see 4.5)
Including Corrosion) Test
Corrosion
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Required Test
Test
Number
Target Value
Sample Preparation:
Label Material
40.0 mm x 25.0 mm
with 40.0 mm x
12.7 mm Exposed
Adhesive Adhered to
top of Glass plate.
Apply 5 g load to free
hanging of label test Label must not show
F: Exposed Interior – Temporary visually any
material. Test per
(For Labels With Area 13 Shear Shear Test slippage, sliding, or
> 300 cm2) GMW14162 Method any other loss of
B, 376 kJ/m2 Label is adhesion
to be mounted in
Weatherometer
specimen holder
away from Xenon
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light so that the free
hanging portion of
label and weight do
not contact anything.
OK Appearance
(see 4.5)
Material Specification After label removal,
Transit - Paints Number: no shadowing of
H: Exposed Exterior - Temporary 14 Transit Coating Test
Coating 9984168 (Transit label text on painted
Coatings – Film) substrate. No effect
on paint
appearance.
B: Exposed Exterior
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Gloss reading at
D: Exposed Interior Gloss 20 degrees with D65
60 to 120 gloss
15 Gloss Level illuminant
G: Engine/Transmission units.
Not applicable for labels with in-
plant secondary printing
(computer generated) or
integrated labels
Characteristic:
Anti-Counterfeiting/Anti-Faking
(AC/AF)
To be agreed upon
between GM
A: Engine Compartment Anti-
Feature Function engineer and Supplier Feature performs as
B: Exposed Exterior 16 Counterfeiting
Verification based on specific designed
/Anti-Faking
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior feature
characteristic(s)
D: Exposed Interior

Required Test
Test
Number
Target Value
Characteristic:
Tamper Evident (TE-2)
Alteration of the
To be agreed upon information on the
A: Engine Compartment between GM label must leave
Alteration of
B: Exposed Exterior Feature Function engineer and Supplier traces of the original
17 Label
Verification based on specific information or
C: Intermittently Exposed Exterior Information
feature otherwise visibly
D: Exposed Interior characteristic(s) alter the appearance
E: Non-Exposed Interior of the label material.
Note: See 3.2.1 for complete Label Classification descriptions.
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