Description / Abstract: Purpose. This standard provides the acceptance criteria and repair methods for resistance spot welds in automotive products for which GM is responsible for establishing or approving product design. Note: This standard applies to steels approved by GM for Resistance Spot Welding (RSW).

Applicability. The criteria established in this standard become mandatory when referenced on a weld design document. Deviations from any weld criteria provided in this standard must be identified on a weld design document or other product design document.