GMW GMW15617 PDF

Note: Nothing in this standard supersedes applicable laws and regulations.

Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.

Purpose. The purpose of this test procedure is to ensure that the seat system is suitable for side barrier and sled testing in vehicle or rigid buck (Euro-NCAP side impact test)

Foreword. In conducting dynamic testing EuroSID II (ES2) is utilized.

The intent of the test is to determine whether the seat structure is capable of maintaining the required loads for dynamic testing in accessing occupant performance. This procedure describes the method for testing the seat outside of the vehicle, however, in some instances the vehicle body or portions of it may be required.

All values given in this test procedure were valid at the date of issue. For the actual values, refer to the newest editions of the standards mentioned in 2.1.

Applicability. Applies to each designated seating position.