ASTM D1882 Test Method for Effect of Cooling System Chemical Solutions on Organic Finishes for Automotive Vehicles
3. Summary of Test Method
3.1 Concentrated or diluted cooling system chemical solutions are brought into contact with organic finishes typical of those used on automobiles for 1 h at room temperature. The surface of the finish then is inspected visually for any of the surface changes mentioned in Section 4.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This test method will distinguish between cooling system chemical solutions that do or do not have a tendency to change the surface appearance when applied to organic finishes used on vehicles. Such changes may be manifested by discoloration, loss of gloss, softening, swelling, or other similar phenomena.
