Automotive Interiors

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Index

Plastics - Consumption in Automobiles

Future Trends In Indian Automotive Industry

Interior & Exterior Applications

Pillar Trims

Floor Consoles

Door Panels/ Door Modules

Instrument Panels/ Cockpit

Attachment Methods

Over Head Systems

Ergonomics Basics

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Plastics - Consumption in Automotive Sector
Materials kg/ vehicle tonnes
PP & Alloys 57.7 943000
PUR 18.1 296000
ABS & Alloys 9.5 155000
PE 10.3 168000
PA & Alloys 15.6 255000
PVC 3.7 60000
PBT+PET 3.1 51000
UP 1.9 31000
Others (PC, PMMA, POM, PPE, SM, PF,
13.2 216000
ASA)
TOTAL 133 2173000
This plastics consumption (2003) in European Union (27 countries) only figures the
plastics parts weighed on passenger cars: production scraps and spare parts are not
taken into account as well as commercial vehicles. 3
Plastics use by type and weight in an average car

PART MAIN PLASTICS TYPES WEIGHT (Kgs)

Bumpers PP, ABS, PC 10.0
Seats PUR,PP,PVC,ABS,PA 13.0
Dashboard PP,ABS,PA,PC,PE 15.0
Fuel Systems PE,POM,PA,PP 07.0
Body (incl. body panels) PP,PPE,UP 06.0
Under the bonnet comp. PA,PP,PBT 09.0
Interior trim PP,ABS,PET,POM,PVC 20.0
Electrical components PP,PE,PBT,PA,PVC, 07.0
Exterior trim ABS,PA,PBT,ASA,PP 04.0
Lighting PP,PC,ABS,PMMA,UP 05.0
Upholstery PVC,PUR,PP,PE 08.0
Other reservoirs PP,PE,PA 01.0
Total 105.0

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Styrenics - Consumption in Automobiles

MAIN DATAS (per vehicle):

All Plastics 70 - 200 kg

(Average : 133 kg)

GF reinforced Plastics 6 - 40 kg

Approximately 24 % GF

STYRENICS (BLENDS & ALLOYS) 9.5 kg

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Trend Drivers

Economics Innovation

Technical Performance and functionality

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Technology Trend Areas

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Future Trends in Global Automotive Industry
1. Control on Emissions/consumptions
CO2
Other emissions :
CO, NOx, Hc
Leading to a need in mass reduction

2. Increase Safety
Euron Cap ratings
Pedestrian collisions
Leading to new designs of the front of the vehicle

3. More Comfort, notably sound level

Leading to noise insulation systems

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Automobile Interiors

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Interior Applications of Plastics in Automotive

Air Vents
Fascia
Door Trim

Floor Console

Injection Molded Bin

Blow Molded Door

Dashboard Structure Door Module Knee Bolsters

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Possible Applications of Plastics in Automobile Interior

Typical
Process Material
Resin/filler options Weight
options Options
Interiors Kg's
Internal Door Handles Injection PA CS
PBT CS 0.40
POM CS
Dashboard & Parts
Air Bag Systems Injection PA CS/Aramid
PET CS/Aramid 0.40
GMT PBT Mat continuous
Ashtray Injection PA CS 0.10
Air Ventilation Nozzles Injection PC ABS
ABS 2.00
PP MF
Dashboard Injection PP MF
ABS
7.00
PC ABS
MPPO
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Possible Applications of Plastics in Automobile Interior

Dashboard Skins Thermo engraving PVC

Modified TPO
Plasticised 1.5
Slush Moulding PVC
Thermoform-
Backfoam ABS-PVC

Central Console Injection PC ABS

MPPO 2.00

ABS

Seating Components

Arm Rest Injection ABS CS 0.20

Seat Back rest S-RIM PU Mat continuous 6.00

GMT PP Mat continuous 6.00

Door Panels Injection PP MF

8.00
Compression UP Roving
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Possible Applications of Plastics in Automobile Interior

Headliners RIM PU Mat continuous

Compression PU Roving
2.20
Fibre cushioning
Special Process PET and acoustic
insulation

Pillar trims Injection PP MF 4.00

Rear Package tray Injection PP MF

RIM PU Mat continuous 2.50

Compression UP Roving

Accelerator Pedal Injection PA CS

0.24
POM CS

Clutch Pedal Injection PA CS 0.23

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 PILLAR TRIMS

INDEX:

1.INTRODUCTION.
a.What is pillar Trim?
b.Nomenclature
c.Location?
d.Functions.
3.PART DETAILS.
4.ASSEMBLY/ATTACHEMENTS.
5.FEATURES.
6.PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION.
7.SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

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INTRODUCTION

What is pillar trim ?

Hard trim which covers the Pillar, matching shape, color language
and hence gives SIMILAR aesthetic as that of Head liner and other
interior.

What is pillar ?

The Structural member that connects the roof and body.

"A" PILLAR :

The foremost pillar in the upper side structure of a vehicle.

Successive pillars rearward are labeled "B", "C" and, for station wagons, "D".

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NOMENCLATURE
PILLARS

A B
C D

PILLAR TRIMS

A B
C

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LOCATION

Pillar trim location in vehicle

A-PILLAR

B-PILLAR C-PILLAR
D-PILLAR

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18
The wing doors of the concept T represent a
stylistically as well as technically especially
independent and fascinating body detail. They are
mounted in the upper section of the A-pillars. When
opened, they simultaneously swing slightly outwards
and steeply upwards. The advantage: an especially
comfortable entry and exit as well as comparatively
little space required to the side. The rear part of the
door creates the B-pillar trim above the door handle and
door opener, an extremely robust solution but still
sporty and elegant.

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FUNCTIONS

1. Connects the headliner and Body.

2. Cover the sheet metal and give the same LOOK as that of head liner/other interior.

3. Acts as energy absorber.

4. Provide space for the subassemblies such as air bag, crush pad, seat belt retractor, etc.

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PART DETAIL

A-PILLAR TRIM
H/L SIDE

AIR BAG DISPLAY COVER.

TRIM

PUSH NUTS

IP SIDE CARTRIDGE
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 PART DETAILS

B-PILLAR TRIM
AIR BAG DISPLAY COVER ATTACHES TO UPPER TRIM
UPPER TRIM LOWER TRIM

ATTACHES TO LOWER TRIM ATTACHES TO DOOR SCUFF

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 PART DETAILS

B-PILLAR TRIM

SLOT FOR BELT HEIGHTADJUSTMENT HEAT STAKE

FOUR WAY LOCATOR

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 PART DETAILS

B-PILLAR WITH CARTRIDGE B-PILLAR WITH BELT SLIDER

CARTRIDGE

BELT SLIDER

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 PART DETAILS
C-PILLAR TRIM
H/L SIDE

FITS TO BODY

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 PART DETAILS

C-PILLAR TRIM

SEAT BELT SLOT WHAT ARE THESE FEATURE?

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PART DETAIL

D-PILLAR TRIM

SEAT BELT SLOT

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C / D - PILLAR

C-D COMBINED AS SINGLE TRIM

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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS

B-PILLAR LOWER WITH DOOR PILLAR TRIMS WITH BIW

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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS

A-PILLAR

INSTRUMENT PANEL
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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS

A-PILLAR TO BIW

PUSH NUT

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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS

B-PILLAR UPPER TO LOWER B-PILLAR LOWER TO BIW (DOOR SCUFF)

WHAT FOR THESE FEATURE

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 B-PILLAR LOWER TO BIW

B-PILLAR LOWER
B-PILLAR LOWER

DOOR SCUFF
DOOR SCUFF

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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS
C/D-PILLAR TO BIW

WHY THIS FEATURE AND HOW IT WORKS?

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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS

PILLAR TO HEAD LINER

1. Headliner and weather strips should overlap consistently for system

proveout. (H/L and B, C-pillar trim to weather stripping - 12 mm) .
2. Pillar trims and weather-strips should overlap consistently for system prove out.
(A-pillar to weather-weather stripping -5-8 mm).
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ASSEMBLY / ATTACHMENTS
A-PILLAR TO H/L B-PILLAR TO H/L

A-PILLAR TRIM HEAD LINER

HEAD LINER
A-PILLAR TRIM
C-PILLAR TO H/L
HEAD LINER NOTE : The overlap b/w head liner
and pillar trims will be 10 to 15mm.

C-PILLAR TRIM

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FEATURES

1.SEAT BELT

2.AIR BAG

3.CRUSH PAD

4.GRAB HANDLE

5.GAUGES

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FEATURES

SEAT BELT ASSY

D-RING BELT MODULE

B-PILLAR TRIM

SEAT BELT

HOW THE SEAT BELT SYSTEM

GET ASSEMBLED
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FEATURES

AIR BAG

AIR BAG DISPLAY COVER

WHERE DOES THE AIR BAG GET PLACED?

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 FEATURES
CRUSH PAD

RIB CARTRIDGE

CRUSH PAD B-PILLAR TRIM

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FEATURES

Model: U322
GRAB HANDLE
Customer: CHRYSLER

GRAB HANDLE

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 GAUGES
The meter gauges to monitor:
Boost

EGT (Exhaust Gas Temp)

CDT (Compressor Discharge Temp)

Fuel Pressure

Oil Pressure

Volts

Water Temp

Oil Temp
Transmission Temp
Air/Fuel Ratio
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GAUGES

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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION
Performance Specification for Hard trim and Garnish
Environment Cycle
Heat Age
Infrared Heat Exposure
Adhesion
Safety

1. FMVSS 302 :

Parameters : - Determine the burn resistance within inch of the occupant airspace.
Requirements : - The individual components and composites shall not burn or transmit a
flame front across its surface at a rate more than 101.6 mm/min.
2. FMVSS 201 :

Parameters : - Vehicle level test.

Test method : - FMVSS 201
Requirements : - HIC d value should be 1000 or less.

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Floor Consoles

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Center Console- Exploded view
11 1 FRAMEWORK FRT T/C
2 INS TOP PANEL HARD
28 3 INS TOP PANEL SOFT
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4 TOP PANEL

12 9 27 5 HSG C/H TOP PNL

6 C/H LOWER
13 8 7 RUBR LIP C/H A/R
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8 C/H UPR
7 25 9 K LID C/H ALUMINIUM
10 PNL GEAR LEVER PLA
14 24
6 11 RUBBER MAT GEAR LEVER
12 LID A/T FRT
15 23 13 HSG A/T FRT
5 14 HOUSING ASHTRAY REAR
16 22 15 ASHTRAY REAR
16 I-CUP STR TRAY
4 17 LID A/T STDRIM
36 18 LID A/T ALU
19 FRAWORK C/H LWR
3 20 HSG STORAGE TRAY
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2 35 21 RUIBBER MAT TUN BKT
22 FRA TUN BKT FRT OPT
20 23 SHAFT HINGE ARMREST
34 24 HNG LWR
25 LID INNR UPPR
1 19 33
26 FRAMEWORK ARMREST
27 CARR FOIL
31 28 SURFACE COVERING
29 LOC HAN-T CON FLOOR OPT
32 30 RUBBER CAP RH
37 31 RUBBER CUP LH
32 BOT TUN BRKT FRT

18 30 33 CONTACT ELEM BKT

34 CVR PLT RR

17 29 46
35 BKT TUN CON FRT AU
36 BEARING ARMREST
37 IK CARPET
Floor Console Exploded View

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377799
37779
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162
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A B C of DOOR TRIMS/MODULES

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DOOR TRIM/DOOR MODULE

Door Trims :
Flat Hard Board with Vinyl , Fabric and Foam lamination

Formed hard Board with Vinyl , Fabric and Foam lamination

Formed or Flat Hard board with Foam, Fabric lamination with Plastic Door top,
arm rest and Magazine pocket

Complete Plastic Door trim with Hard board/wood stock fabric insert.

Door Module :
Door Module carrier with window regulator, latch, inner release handle etc

High Integrated Door trim Module without carrier , with all the module
components fitted directly on the Door trim

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FLAT DOOR PADS
Flat Hard board with vinyl and foamed backed fabric lamination

Tata Motors Sumo Door Ford Endevour Door Pad

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FORMED DOOR PADS
Formed Hard board with vinyl and foamed backed fabric lamination

Ford Ikon Fiat Siena

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PLASTIC DOOR TRIMS
Plastic and Hard Board combination

Ford Endevour

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Manual Window Lifting Mechanism

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Manual Window Lifting Mechanism

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Manual Window Lifting Mechanism

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Power Window

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Power Window

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Power Window

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Power Window

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Power Window

Electric Motor
Worm Gear
Spur Gear
Linkage

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 Electric Motor

Normal DC motor
used to actuate the
lifting

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Worm and Spur
Gear
Normal DC motor
used to actuate the
lifting

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Linkage Rod

The Rod on which

glass is lifted.

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Cup Holder

Accessory to
hold your Cup .

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Magazine Pocket

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Audio Speakers

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Reflectors

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Reflectors

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Air Bag

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New Trends in Door Panel

Web Enabled Door Locks

Keyless Go! with Smart Cards
Blue Tooth
Power sliding doors

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Web Enabled Door Locks

Users can access doors and control security

devices by sending commands to the module by
Cell Phone
2-way Pager
E-Mail
Directly from the Web Site

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Blue Tooth : Voice Commands
The module allows user to make and receive
calls, this also enables voice commands to open
and close the doors.

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Keyless Go!

Just take a Smart Card with you and

Touch the door to open it.
Enables you to start ignition by a button.
Allows Passive Exit.

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FRONT DOOR MAP POCKET IS
ATTACHED WITH SCREWS TO
REDUCE THE HEAT STEAK
M/C COST (AS A LOW
VOLUME PRODUCTION)

RIBS IN THE MAP POCKET

TO AVOID WARPAGE

FRONT DOOR TRIM ASSY 79

 Exploded Front Door SWITCH BEZEL
ANB40012 (LH)
ANB40023 (RH)

CLIPS
16754704
COVER (QTY- 05)
ANB40002 (LH) SWITCH
ANB50023 (RH) 10386129 (LH) WINDOW SWITCH
10386130 (RH) 10377668 (LH)
10377669 (RH)
SCREWS HANDLE UPPER SUBSTRATE
11509231 10396621 (LH) ANB50021 (LH) CLIPS COVER
(QTY- 61) 10396622 (RH) ANB40014 (RH) 16754704 ANB40004 (LH)
(QTY- 04) ANB40019 (RH)

ALUM. BEZEL FOAM

ANB40009(LH) ANB40012(LH)
ANB40016(RH) ANB40023(RH)

S CLIPS
ANB40006
(QTY- 04)

SUBSTRATE
ANB40003 (LH)
HANGER BKT ANB40021 (RH)
LOCK BEZEL LOWER ANB40008 (LH)
90560166 ANB40017 (RH) SCREWS
(QTY- 02) ANB40010
(QTY- 16)
LOCK BEZEL UPPER NUTS
13104077 11519497
(QTY- 02) (QTY- 04)

GASKET
ANB50007
(QTY- 04) LOGO
ANB50020
RETAINER (QTY- 02)
11519031
(QTY- 21) SPK. GRILL
10370444 (LH)
10370406 (RH)

BOLTS COVER
1158901074 10393132
(QTY- 04) (QTY- 02)
MAP POCKET
ANB40001 (LH) PANEL LOWER LAMP 80
ANB40018 (RH) ANB40000 (LH) 15021517 (LH)
ANB40013 (RH) 15021518 (RH)
DOOR SHEET METAL

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 LOCATERS WITH GASKETS TO AVOID BSR

THESE RIBS TO AVOID

RATTLING SOUND DUE TO
SPEAKER VIBRATION

SCREW BOSSES
FOR MAP POCKET

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LOWER DOOR SUBSTRATE
ARMREST SUBSTRATE
Material PP+20%GF
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 SKIN
Material - PVC

SUBSTRATE
UPPER SUBSTRATE
Material - ABS

FOAM BUN (ARMREST) 84

 ARMREST SUB-ASSEMBLY

HANGER ASSY

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SWITCH BEZEL

WINDOW SWITCH

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ALLUMINIUM FOIL

HANDEL BEZEL PLASTIC

REMOTE HANDEL

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SPEAKER GRILL
Material Expanded metal, Powder coated

SEAT HEATTING SWITCH

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 Locaters with gasket

H2 REAR DOOR
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 SWITCH BEZEL
Exploded Rear door ANB43002 (LH)
ANB43003 (RH)

COVER
ANB43200 (LH)
CLIPS ANB43300 (RH)
11609760
(QTY -04) FOAM
SUBSTRATE COVER ANB50002 (LH)
HANDLE ANB40029 (LH) ANB40026 (LH) ANB50003 (RH)
10396621 (LH) ANB43005 (RH) ANB43004 (RH)
GARNISH TRIM
ANB52496 (LH) 10396622 (RH)
CLIPS
ANB52526 (RH) ALUM BEZEL
ANB40006
ANB43008 (LH)
(QTY -04)
ANB43009 (RH)

SCREWS CLIPS
11509231 16754704
(QTY -36) SUBSTRATE
(QTY -04)
ANB50000 (LH)
ANB50001(RH)

SCREWS
ANB40010
(QTY -19)
GASKET
ANB50007
(QTY 04)
LOCK BEZEL LOWER SPEKER
90560166 BOLT 25725733
(QTY 02) 11589010 (QTY 02)
(QTY 04)
LOCK BEZEL UPPER
13104077
(QTY 02)

NUT ALUM BEZEL

11519497 ANB43008 (LH)
(QTY 04) ANB43009 (RH)
RETAINER
11519031
HANGER BKT (QTY 18)
ANB43010 (LH)
ANB43012 (RH)

MAP POCKET
10370371 (LH)
10370399 (RH)

PANEL LOWER LAMP ASM

91 SPK. GRILL
ANB40027 (LH) 15021517 (LH) 10370897 (LH)
ANB43007 (RH) 15021518 (RH) 10370898 (RH)
Locaters

HEAT STEAKS FOR

MAP POCKET

LOWER SUBSTRATE
Material - ABS

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 UPPER SUBSTRATE
Material ABS with PVC skin

C- PILLER

LOCK BEZEL

UPPER SUBSTRATE ASSY

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 HANDEL BEZEL

HANDLE ASSY

REINFORCEMENT FOR SIDE

CRASH TEST AS PER FMVSS-202

C PILLER
Material - ABS 94
ARMREST ASSY

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ARMREST ATTACHMENT POINTS
 ARMREST ATTACHMENT POINTS

ARMREST SUBSTARTE

FOAM BUN

ARMREST TRIM
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DOOR LOADING
TESTING FOR MISSUSE
(FMVSS 214)

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 Door Module Experience

Sealing

Latch

Exterior
Handle
Loudspeaker

Side Impact
Bolster

Window Regulator 98
 Door Module Experience

Sealing

Latch

Loudspeaker

Exterior Handle
Window
regulator

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DOOR MODULE

Double Arm Window Lifter

Door trim panel

+
Mechanisms

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DOOR MODULE

Double Rail Window Regulator

Door trim panel

+
Mechanisms

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DOOR MODULE
Single Rail Window Lifter

Door trim panel

+
Mechanisms

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DOOR MODULE
Single Rail Window Lifter

Door trim panel

+
Mechanisms

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Level of Modularity

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4

Functional Systems
Components Full Door
Integration Integration Integration

Components Function Improvement Full Total

- Latches - Steel HW Module Modular Door Modular Door
- Trim ____________________ - Door HW Module - Outer Skin
- Regulators
- Hinges Up-Integration - Door Trim Module - DH Subsystems
- Handles - Door Structure - Door E/E Arch.
- Wiring - Super Plug Door Module
- Door Trim Module - Glass, Seals, etc. - Door Structure
- Switches
- X Frame / Hybrid HW Mod.
- Inner Trim, etc.

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Door Module
Market Evolution

Door Module - Frame Concept

Components Carrier105
Door Module
Market Evolution

Structural Module
Door of the vehicleSmart

Metal Carrier

Door Trim Module

Trim Panel as components carrier 106
Plastic Carrier
Door Module
Market Evolution

Door Trim Module

Door Structure Outer panel

New Door Concept

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 Door Module
Market Evolution

Conventional Metallic (or Plastic) Door Trim Module

door carrier (AGT) (DTM)

- 4 planes - 3 planes - 2 planes

- Dry and wet areas - Dry and wet areas - Localized dry areas
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 Door Module
Market Evolution

Conventional Metallic (or Plastic) Door Trim Module

door carrier (AGT) (DTM)

- Inner sheet metal with - Door inner sheet metal - Openings in the inner
openings to assembly completely open (door sheet metal to assembly
the components stiffness reduced) the door module (same
- Reinforcements in the - More reinforced door stiffness than traditional
critical areas (hinges, due to the big opening door)
latch, upper area, etc) in the inner sheet metal - Same reinforcements
than in a traditional
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 Door Module Description

Door trim support:

Integrated
fixing system
for the door
trim

Fixation for the

window lifter
motor

Plastic
padding
Door sheet
metal
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 Door Module Description
Door trim support:

Integrated Loudspeaker
clips for the
harnesses

WR
support 111
Door Module Description

Door trim support:

Latch
support 112
Door Module Description

Door trim support:

- Trim panel attachment to the door inner sheet metal

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Door Module Description

Medallion:
- Low pressure injection technology.
- Cover with fabric.
- Integration of the clips in the medallion part.

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Door Module Description

Door trim support:

- Housing for the medallion clips.
- Support for rails of the window lifter.

Medallion
clips

Support for
window lifter
rail

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Door Module Description

Sealing system:
- Sealing joint all around the door trim panel.
- Every mobile piece has a seal joint.
- The sealing concept is validated and in the market.

Sealing joint all

around the door trim

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Door Module Description

Sealing system:

Section AA
Door trim

Sealing
A profile
Door sheet
metal

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 INTRODUCTION
TO
INSTRUMENT PANELS

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AIM
ON COMPLETION OF THE TRAINING THE PARTICIPANT WILL BE ABLE
TO DESCRIBE DIFFERENT INSTRUMENT PANELS.

AGENDA
INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUMENT PANEL
EXPLAIN SIGNIFICANCE OF IP
- SAFETY
- COMFORT
DIFFERENT PARTS OF IP
- IDENTIFICATION
- FUNCTIONS
SUMMARY
EVALUATION

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Instrument Panel Development

Engineering
Requirements

Styling Design
Requirements Options

Platform Needs
and
Architectural
Options
Requirements Material
Options

IP Assembly Vehicle GA
Process Process
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Consumer Trends in Instrument Panels

Comfort and Safety Function

Climate control Cup holders
Spacious Electronics
Ergonomics - ease of controls, Electronic integration
buttons, features Easy to read instrumentation
Quiet Heads-up display features
Airbags Storage
Long lasting - durable
Styling
Interior Designed Vehicle Affordability
Sleek, modern, coordinated Total cost
colors and textures
Cost-performance-feature
Luxurious look and feel ratio
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Instrument Panel Requirements

Static Steering Column Stiffness and NVH

Static stiffness upon vertical and transverse loads
Frequency response of column and column/support subsystems
Instrument Panel NVH
Frequency response of IP system
FMVSS 208 Crashworthiness
Knee intrusion and knee load management capability
Occupant deceleration management
Energy absorption capability of IP system
FMVSS 214 Crashworthiness
Maximum load carrying capability and collapse load
Cross-vehicle load path continuity
FMVSS 201/ECE 21/ADR 21 Head Impact Protection
Local structural stiffness
Local energy absorption and load carrying capability
Offset Deformable Barrier Impact and NCAP
Load management capability
Steering column movement 122
Functional Performance Requirements

Steering column static stiffness

upon vertical and transverse loads
Steering column frequency
response
Steering column and column
support system frequency
response

Frequency response of IP oC

system
IP system durability
Long-term structural
performance
Aging behavior
Environmental response 123
Road Surfaces Engine
Functional Performance Requirements

FMVSS 208 Crashworthiness

Upper torso load management
Occupant deceleration
Knee and lower leg energy and load 30mph / 48kmh
management Vehicle Pulse

Knee intrusion
Load transfer capability

ODB Impact

Driver front end crash behavior

Localized IP deflection behavior
Front-of-Dash intrusion and
steering column deflection
Load path between steering
column, IP and vehicle body124
Functional Performance Requirements

FMVSS 201, ECE 21, ADR 21 Head Impact Protection

Top View
Excluded
Area Instrument Panel

Windshield

Steering Wheel
Headform 5"
Impact
Fixture Vertical Plane
Headform Steering
Wheel

Instrument
Panel
Windshield
Headform
Vertical Plane

Excluded
Right Side View Area

Instrument Panel

Left Side View 125

 INSTRUMENT PANEL
THE MOST IMPORTANT AND CRUCIAL
SUBSYSTEM FOR A CAR

?
HOWS
THAT????????????????????

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SIGNIFICANCE OF INSTRUMENT PANEL

The Instrument Panel (IP), IP Structure, and Console are key to customer perception of the
vehicle.

Safety performance

Aesthetic appearance

Human interfaces

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FUNCTIONS OF IP

The IP & Console locate most driver controls, vehicle subsystems and feedback devices.

The IP Reinforcement provides structural mounting .

Support components of vehicle subsystems for the comfort,

convenience, and protection of the occupants.

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MAJOR COMPONENTS OF IP:

Instrument Panel Assembly Storage Bins, Cup holders, Coin

(Console as and when needed) holders

IP Structure (cross car beam and brackets) Transmission Shifter, Knob, Boot

HVAC Module Harness, Control Head

Air Outlets, Side window
Gear Shifter Assembly
Defoggers, Lap Coolers
Glove box Bin, Door Latch, Striker, Lock
Air Ducts, Defroster Ducts and Grills
Ashtray assembly
Parking Brake Handle/Actuator
Steering Column Covers

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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSY

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PANEL-ASM INST UPPER
Spray Skin

Carrier

NOZZLE-W/S DEFR

DUCT-AIR INL

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PANEL ASM-INST LWR

PANEL-INST LWR

REINFORCEMENT ASM-I/P

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PANEL ASM-INST

KLEMMUTTER 2,5x8,5

KLEMMUTTER 3,5x8,5
PANEL ASM-INST UPR

BLIND RIVET 4-K12 4x10

Pos. 9 DUCT-I/P AIR OTLT

BLIND RIVET 4-K12

4x16
PANEL ASM-INST LWR

TUBULAR RIVET

RETAINER-DRVR INFO DISPLAY

TUBULAR RIVET BLIND RIVET

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GLOVEBOX ASM

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COMPARTMENT ASM-I/P ( W/DOOR )

DAMPENER ASM-I/P COMPT DR

SPRING CLIP

PAN HEAD SCREW

ADAPTER

ADAPTER
COMPTARTMENT ASM-I/P

DOOR ASM-I/P COMPT

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DOOR ASM-I/P COMPT

HINGE-I/P COMPT

FASTENER-PEG, GLOVE BOX

ROD-I/P COMPT DR LAT REL

HINGE-I/P COMPT

PANEL-I/P COMPT DR INR LEVER-I/P COMPT DR LAT

ROD-I/P COMPT DR LAT REL

PANEL-I/P COMPT DR
SPRING- OTR
ACTUATOR

LEVER-I/P COMPT DR LAT LOCK-ASM I/P COMPT DR

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INSTALLATION-I/P MLDG

MOLDING ASM-I/P CTR

CARRIAGE BOLD 20x12

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MOLDING ASM-I/P CTR

HOUSING ASM-I/P CTR AIR OTLT DFL

SPRING CLIP 34723-EM

MOLDING-I/P CTR

SPRING-HTR & A/C CONT MODE

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COVER STEERING COLUMN

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INST. COV. STEERING LHD

COVER ASM-STEERING COL TR

COUNTERSUNK SCREW

CAP-COUNTERSUNK SCREW
PAN HEAD SCREW

COVER ASM-STRG COL TR

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COVER ASM-STEERING COL TR

MOUNTING RAIL

COVERING STEERING

COVER STRG COL HSG UPPER

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COVER ASM-STRG COL TR

CRASHPAD ASM STEERING

COVER STRG COL HSG LOWER

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PANEL ASM-I/P TR

CARRIAGE BOLD 20x12

PANEL ASM-I/P TR

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PANEL ASM-I/P TR

SPRING

PANEL IN

PANEL OTR

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DECOR MOLDING DR/PS
SPRING FEDER

MOLDING-I/P DECOR MOLD

DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE

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ENVIRONMENT COMPONENTS

CROSS CAR BEAM

HVAC

NAVIGATION DISPLAY

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Abbreviations

Abbrevations
HLU Hand Lay UP
RIM Reaction Injection Moulding
GMT Stampable Thermoplastics
IM/BMC Injection moulding ( Bulk moulding Compound)
RTM Resin Transfer Moulding
UP Unsaturated Polyester
VE Vinyl Ester
PU Poly urethane
EP Epoxy
MF Mineral Filled
CSM Chopped strand Mat ( Glass)

SMC Sheet Moulding Compound

CS Chopped Strands ( Glass )
LCP Liquid Crystaline Polymers
PI Polyimides
PTE Polyester Thermoplastic Elastomer
PPE Poly phenyelene ether
MPPO Modified Poly Phenylene Oxide
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 Assembly
&
Attachment Methods
of IP

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Assembly Techniques for Plastic parts

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Assembly Techniques Snap Fits

Snap fit cantilever beam type

Snap fit cylindrical Type

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Assembly Techniques Snap Fits

Factors for calculating cantilever beam for Snap fit

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Assembly Techniques Snap Fits

Mold Design For Snap Fits 152

Assembly Techniques Spin Welding

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Assembly Techniques Ultrasonic Welding

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Assembly Techniques Hot Plate Welding

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Assembly Techniques Adhesive Bonding

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Assembly Techniques Ultrasonic Insertion

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Assembly Techniques Screw and Bosses

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Assembly Techniques for Plastic parts

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INDEX

ATTACHMENT METHODS USED IN IP

GMX-211 ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY LINE JEEP LIBERTY
GENERAL PROCEES FLOW DIAGRAM

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VARIOUS ATTACHMENT AIDE :
Screws & Nuts Self Retaining Speed Nuts
Rivets
Clips Cable Clips
Plastic Fasteners
Pour In Place
Gluing
Snap Fixing
Welding Vibration Welding
Ultrasonic
Insert Molding

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SCREWS & NUTS :
Screws & Nuts:

High Bonding Strength

Resistance to Vibration
Standardized part Availability
Low Cost
Low Assembly Time

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SCREWS & NUTS :

Self Retaining Speed Nuts:

A unique dual locking action.

Ease of application and reduced assembly time.

Resistance to loosening from vibration.

Maximum holding power with minimal installation

torque required.

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 GMX-211

BENEFITS:
Plug a Temporarily Unused Hole
Provide Vibration-resisting
Fasten in Wood, Heavy Gauge Metal
Odd-shaped Panel Holes
Reduced Cycle Time
Lower Cost

ROBOTICS NUT
Expansion-Type Fasteners

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 GMX-211
NO ACCESS TO THIS AREA

SEATING LOCATION

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 GMX-211

SECTIONAL VIEW
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ASSEMBLED VIEW GMX-211

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CENTER STAKE AREA GMX-211

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EXPANSION NUT
Expansion-Type Fasteners

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SEATING LOCATION

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ASSEMBLED VIEW

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SECTIONAL VIEW
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BLIND RIVETS: Types:
ECONOMICAL Dome Head
VERSATILE Most widely available and
commonly used head style.
EASY-TO-USE
Countersunk Head -120
SPEED OF ASSEMBLY, The Countersunk Head Blind
CONSISTENT MECHANICAL PERFORMANCE AND Rivet is used in applications
requiring a flush surface.
EXCELLENT INSTALLED APPEARANCE,
Multi-Grip Blind Rivets
Plastic Blind Rivets
Olympic Mega-Grip Rivets
Very High strength

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The graph illustrates the mechanical function of a blind break-mandrel rivet during installation.

BLIND RIVET
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 GMX-211

Dome Head Rivet

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ASSEMBLED VIEW GMX-211

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TUBULAR RIVET

BEFORE PROCESSING AFTER PROCESSING

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Clips :

A low cost replacement for screws and rivets.

Can be used for metal, plastic, and a variety of materials.
Ideal for assembling gaskets, nameplates, and lightweight
panels to other panels and components

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 GMX-211

BENEFITS:
Designed for Use Over Rectangular Studs
Reduced Cycle Time
Lower Cost
Most Suitable where Removability is
Criterion
GENERALLY USED FOR LIGHTWEIGHT
APPLICATION.

TRIM CLIPS

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 GMX-211

KNEE BOLSTER ASCRY PLATE

SEATING LOCATION
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ASSEMBLED VIEW GMX-211

RETAINER & TRIM PLATE

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ASSEMBLED VIEW

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Cable Clips :

Provide strong, reliable retention.

Maintain dimensional stability.
Work with a wide range of diameters.
Reduce parts handling and speed the
assembly process.
Be conveniently removed and reused as needed

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 GMX-211

CABLE ROUTING CLIPS

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 GMX-211

SEATING LOCATION

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ASSEMBLED VIEW GMX-211

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 GMX-211

SECTIONAL VIEW
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 GMX-211

ADJUSTABLE CABLE CLAMP

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ASSEMBLED VIEW GMX-211

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PLASTIC FASTENERS :

Lightweight, yet durable.

Provide corrosion resistance.
Offer thermal and electrical insulation.
Can be easily removed and reused.
Are an attractive fastening alternative, that is reliable and long-lasting.

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POUR IN PLACE :

Benefits of Insert Molding

Reduces Assembly Time
Can be used on Irregular surfaces
Consistent quality
Durable surface
Design and decoration flexibility
Choice of textures
Touch N Feel
No adhesive
IT REQUIRES SECONDARY TRIMMING OPERATION

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POUR IN PLACE : STEP - I

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POUR IN PLACE : STEP - II

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POUR IN PLACE : STEP - III

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FINISHING ACHIEVED USING POUR N PLACE

Dylark
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GLUEING

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SNAP FIXING :

Reduces Part Count TYPES

Eliminate Screws, Clips, Adhesives, ANNULAR
Or Other Joining Methods CANTILEVER
Faster TORSIONAL
Cheaper
Flexibility Of One Time Assembly/ Service Assembly
TOOL BECOMES COMPLEX

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SNAP FIXING : ANNULAR

Figure 1: A pen sometimes utilizes an annular snap fit to

retain the cap.

Figure 3: A ball and socket joint is a kind of Figure 2: This bottle cap uses an
annular snap fit. annular snap fit.

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Snap Fixing : CANTILEVER

Figure 4: These four snap fit designs allow Figure 5: The stages of a U shaped cantilever snap fit.
different types of disassembly.

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SNAP IN GLOVE BOX

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SNAP IN AIR DUCTS

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Welding : VIBRATION WELDING Advantages of Welding
Speed
ULTRASONIC WELDING
Strong Joints
FUSION WELDING
Tolerance of Contaminated
Surfaces.
Joins Difficult Substrates, Such As
Polyolefins
Improved Recyclability

DECKEL INNER FUSION

WELDED TO DECKEL OUTER
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Welding :
Ultrasonic welding

Most Commonly Used Thermoplastic Welding

Very Fast (Fractions to a Few Seconds)
Free of Flash.
Easy to Automate
Suitable for High Volume Production.

Ultrasonic Welding Mechanism

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Welding :
Vibration welding

Suitable for Most Thermoplastics,

(Amorphous and Semi crystalline)
More Tolerant of Moisture in the Polymer,
Nylons
Best Results When the Joints Are Planar

Vibration Welding Mechanism

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Insert Molding :

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Over Head Systems

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TOPICS

Why headliners are used?

Types of headliners
What mean by A,B,C surfaces
Terminologies used in headliners
Major Subsystems
Additional Subsystems
Design Consideration
Headliner Manufacturing Process
Assembly Sequence
Vehicle environment for headliners

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WHY HEADLINERS ARE USED?

The function of the headliner over the past years has

evolved from merely a "liner to that of a vital player in both
structural and acoustical soundness and silence
respectively.

The headliners today are a sandwich of many different

materials that are combined in order to enhance these
properties

Enhances appearance
Conceals roof structure
Promotes interior harmony
Feels good (soft)
Avoids odor
Avoids fogging

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TYPES OF HEADLINERS

Standard
Sunroof
Moon roof

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 STANDARD HEADLINER
CUTOUT FOR
GRAB
`C PILLAR
HANDLE
CUTOUT

CUTOUT FOR
`B PILLAR
CUTOUT FOR
`A PILLAR

CUTOUT
FOR
?
CUTOUT
FOR VIOSR

CUTOUT FOR
RECEPTACLE

CUTOUT FOR
BEZEL
CUTOUT FOR
MAP LAMP

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SUNROOF / MOONROOF HEADLINER

SUNROOF /
MOONROOF
OPENING

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MAJOR TYPES OF SUNROOF/MOONROOF H/L

Top Slider
Pop-up
Electric
Spoiler
Folding Type

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TOP SLIDER

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POP-UP

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ELECTRIC SPOILER

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FOLDING TYPE

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WHAT MEAN BY A, B, C, SURFACE

From the design point of view, only 3 surfaces are considered;

A-Surface
The fabric side or Interior show surface.
B-Surface
Surface from the back side of the fabric to the laminated blank outer surface.
C-surface
Top most surface which is closest to the sheet metal (Roof) and is opposite the
A surface
Closing Surface
The side wall of boundary and internal cutouts. This surface is part of A or C
surface from CAD file point of view `C
SURFACE
CLOSING
SURFACE

A `B
SURFACE SURFACE

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TERMINOLOGY - MATERIAL

COVER
GOODS

Polyurethane core:
The main component for binding other materials to itself. known as the high
strength board under the basic construction of chopped glass, adhesive, and
PET scrim.
Cover Goods:
The material which makes up the outermost aesthetics
(fabric) and is mated with the laminated blank on the 2nd surface. This material is
usually made up of fabric +foam +adhesive (tri-laminate).
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TERMINOLOGY - MATERIAL

COVER
GOODS

Face Fabric:
Comes in many types with base thread of either Polyester or Nylon.
Scrim:
A material normally found on the C surface of the formed substrate which can assist
in the ability to attach components and provides protection from human contact
against the fiber glass.
Adhesive:
Material which bonds the substrate to the fiberglass to the scrim to the cover goods.
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TERMINOLOGY - PERFORMANCE

Sag:
The deviation from initial installed position to the final position after complete
environmental cycling.

Peel Strength:
The ability of the fabric to withstand a 180 degree pull from the formed
substrate.

Acoustic Ability:
Ability to absorb sound from varying sources such as roof panel noise, road
noise, engine noise, and BSRs.

Fogging:
The ability to not have materials gas out and leave deposits on the interior
glass.

Flammability:
Must comply with government regulations for flame propagation.

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MAJOR SUB-SYSTEM

FOLLOWING ARE THE SUB-SYSTEMS WHICH FORM PART OF

OVERHEAD SYSTEM:
OVERHEAD CONSOLES
VISOR ASSEMBLIES
GRAB HANDLES
MAP, DOME AND COURTESY LAMPS
HEAD IMPACT MANAGEMENT (HIC)

ADDITIONAL SUB-SYSTEM:
SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS
HVAC
CONVENIENCE ELECTRONICS INCLUDING:
INTRUSION SENSOR
REAR PARKING ASSIST MODULES
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS

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MAJOR SUBSYSTEM

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OVERHEAD CONSOLES

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VISOR ASSEMBLIES

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GRAB HANDLES

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MAP, DOME AND COURTESY LAMPS

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WORM TRACKS

Worm tracks are groove/channels running on the c-surface of a headliner.

Worm tracks hold the wire harness routing in place
The wire harness is glued on these tracks
Worm tracks are beneficial for allowing clearance to the roof steel, by taking
some depth from wires
Worm tracks are used as locators also for Foam pads

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HEAD IMPACT MANAGEMENT

HIC stands for Head Injury Criteria. The HIC number is a relative
measure of experimental data to a critical head injury threshold for
blunt impact.
HIC is a numerical value dervied from the following formula;
The formula for HIC of the FMH (free motion headform) is

but the spec. is for HIC(d) or the dummy equivalent of HICfmh

HIC value should not exceed 1000 as per safety regulations.

HIC pads are protective padding between the headliner and vehicle
roof, which provide a cushioning effect for occupants head, in the event
of a crash.

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HEAD IMPACT LOCATIONS IN CAR

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HEAT VENTILATION AND AIR
CONDITION

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VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS

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TOPICS

There are three major process for

manufacturing headliners :

ACOUSTICOR
POLYBOND
THERMOBOND

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ACOUSTICOR

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POLYBOND

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THERMOBOND

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ASSEMBLY SEQUENCE

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STATION 1: HIC FOAM (FSD)

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STATION 1: HIC FOAM (FSD)

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STATION 2: COMPONENTS (FSU)

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STATION 2: COMPONENTS (FSU)

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STATION 2: COMPONENTS (FSU)

Components are
attached to clips and
retainers by skilled
operator

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STATION 3: OHC AND WIRE HARNESS (FSD)

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STATION 3: OHC AND WIRE HARNESS (FSD)

Overhead Consoles
(OHC) is nested into
fixture prior to
Headliner arrival

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STATION 3: OHC AND WIRE HARNESS (FSD)

Headliner is placed FSD over Consoles

and wire harness is placed Temporarily
on the back of the H/L

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STATION 3: OHC AND WIRE HARNESS (FSD)
Wire connections are made to the console,
Loosely routed and retainer is positioned

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STATION 3: OHC AND WIRE HARNESS (FSD)

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STATION 3: OHC AND WIRE HARNESS (FSD)

Skilled operator applies glue bead and

adheres wire harness to it

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STATION 4: QUALITY CHECK (FSU)

Wire Harness is plugged into table

and electrical check is performed
and results are stored in computer.

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VEHICLE ENVIRONMENT

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HEADLINER ATTACHMENT

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SLIDER MECHANISM

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VEHICLE STRUCTURE

ROOF RAIL
REAR

ROOF
BOW

RAIL
ROOF RAIL SIDE ROOF
FRONT

A PILLAR B PILLAR REAR

INNER
PANEL

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VEHICLE STRUCTURE FOR S/R & M/R

ROOF RAIL
REAR

ROOF RAIL
FRONT

REAR
INNER
PANEL

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Vehicle classifications as per ECE

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Three-Dimensional Reference System

X Axis runs vertically through the

vehicle front to back
Positive X coordinate is to the
rear of the vehicle
Negative X coordinate is to the
front of the vehicle

Y - Axis coordinate is a point left

or right of the centerline
Positive Y coordinate is left of
the centerline
Negative Y coordinate is right of
the centerline

Z Axis Runs perpendicular to

both X and Y planes along the
height of the vehicle
Positive Z coordinate is closer
the roof of the vehicle
Negative Z coordinate is nearer
the floor of the vehicle
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Point of Origin

Intersection of all three planes

0X, 0Y, 0Z coordinate

OEMs locate point of origin in

different places
Center of front bumper
Center of the firewall
Point where the middle of the
wheel and rocker panel meet

Know the point of origin to

ensure proper use of coordinates

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Two Dimensional Views

Prints and drawings are two-dimensional, so different views must

be used to properly show a point
X-Z shows location along length and height
X-Y shows location along length and width
Y-Z shows location along width and height

All three are necessary 259

Grid Lines and Work Lines

Grid lines are formed by intersection of planes

Grid lines are at 100 millimeter increments
Grid lines help package and locate objects and spaces
Work lines are located on individual parts
Used to lay out parts and project views of parts at different angles
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Body Position and Design Position

Body position is where a part is located with respect to

the body
X and Y coordinates in two dimensions
X, Y and Z coordinates in three dimensions
Commonly called in body or in vehicle position
Design position is point of view you draw the part from
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Location Terminology

Right Hand
Outboard

Fore Inboard Aft

Inboard

Outboard
Left Hand

Other terms used to describe locations

Centerline
Left Hand and Right Hand
Inboard and Outboard
Fore and Aft 262
Locating Points Within the Vehicle

Many locating points are used to define

occupants location in a vehicle
Eyellipse
Seating Reference Point
H-Point
D-Point
Accelerator Heel Point
Hand Reach Envelope

Critical for developing safe, comfortable seat

systems
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Eyellipse

Statistical representation
of the drivers eye location
in the vehicle
Eye range is an ellipse

Eyellipse must allow for

clear view inside and
outside the vehicle

Starting point for vehicle

design
If the driver cant see
properly, vehicle is not safe

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Seating Reference Point

Based on eyellipse location

so occupant is properly
positioned in vehicle
Measured from intersection
of line down from mid-eye
centroid and projected back
and hip angles
Referred to as SgRP

Becomes the origin for

defining design H-Point

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Importance of SgRP

Establishes the rearmost normal design driving

or riding position for each designated seat

Considers all modes of adjustment

Horizontal, vertical and tilt

OEM provides SgRP and

Foot angle
Knee angle
Heel point
Hip angle
Back angle
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SgRP Helps Define...

SgRP, torso angle and hip point, define

Location of eyellipse in vehicle
Wiper pattern
Defrost pattern
Seat belt zones
Airbags and knee blockers
Hand reach envelope

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Oscar and H-Point

Oscar is used to measure seating accommodations

Oscar template is two-dimensional
Oscar machine is three-dimensional
Shows designers how occupant will sit in seat
Helps determine design H-Point, the pivot point of thigh and torso
Design H-Point should match SgRP 268
D-Point and Accelerator Heel Point

D-Point
Lowest point on the buttocks contour on Oscar
Measures how far the occupant sinks into the seat
Used to avoid hard point sin the seat that may make the occupant uncomfortable
Helps determine foam thickness and suspension type

Accelerator Heel Point 87o minimum

Refers to Oscars heel point with shoe on un-depressed accelerator
Altering heel point affects comfort and safe operation of foot controls
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Hand Reach Envelope

Reaching distances for specific driving populations define and

envelope into which primary and secondary controls should be
located

Reaching distance depends on elevation of the control from H-Point

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and type of vehicle
Position and Comfort

Driver position is defined by several

measures
Eyellipse represents field of vision
Eyellipse helps define seating reference
point, or SgRP
SgRP becomes basis for defining design H-
Point
Design and actual H-Point are measured
using two- and three-dimensional Oscar
templates and manikins

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Measuring H-Point

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Wanna a Break!
(See u next time)

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