PART INSPECTION STANDARD - Chrysler

PART INSPECTION STANDARD 

15 December 2011

AGENDA 

What is the Part Inspection Standard (Part I/S)? 

Why do we need Part Inspection Standard? 

How is the Part I/S process done? 

Part Inspection Standard checklist 

Frequently asked questions 

Upcoming Improvements 

Questions? 

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What is the Part I/S? 

Provides clear communication and agreement between the 

Chrysler Manufacturing Plant, Engineering, Supplier Quality and 

the Supplier. 

Characteristics on the design model 

for the Chrysler Manufacturing Plant 

Measurement method, sample size, frequency 

by the Supplier 

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What is the Part I/S? (cont.) 

Provides the Chrysler Manufacturing Plant a tool to more 

quickly identify a problem and responsibility when a 

quality issue occurs 

Gives the AQP team an opportunity to identify potential 

problems/conflicts between individual part requirements 

and Chrysler Build Objectives before the prototype build 

phase. 

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Why do we need the Part I/S? 

Example: 

There was a water leak between the Flipper Glass and the 

Weatherstrip on one of our vehicles. The GD&T for the Glass 

identified points along the edges for measurement. 

However, the Glass sealed to the Weatherstrip about 2” inboard 

of the edge, which is where the plant was measuring. 

Where GD&T 

identified and the 

supplier measured. 

Where the weatherstrip 

sealed and the plant 

measured. 

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Why do we need the Part I/S? (cont.) 

When a potential issue occurs (previous state): 

Potential Issue 

detected 

Plant Quality 

Center notified; 

Investigation begins 

Call Supplier 

Check CATIA / 

GD&T 

Review datums / 

dimensions 

Find standards 

in ADRESS 

Ask how Supplier 

checks the part 

Request Control 

Plan 

Ask Supplier to 

check some parts 

Find and review 

Boundary Samples 

if available 

Review Appearance 

standards / 

Craftsmanship results 

Check parts 

in plant 

Wait for / receive 

control plan 

Wait for / receive 

part data 

Determine issue 

responsibility 

Review information 

Begin Cor. 

Actions 

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Why do we need the Part I/S? (cont.) 

With the Part I/S: 

Potential Issue 

detected 

Plant Quality 

Center notified; 

Investigation begins 

Review parts 

Against Part I/S 

Review Supplier 

Part I/S data 

Determine issue 

responsibility 

Begin Cor. 

Actions 

Much more efficient and less time wasted determining responsibility 

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Who is involved with the Part I/S? 

AQP Team Members (minimum): 

• Chrysler: 

Supplier Quality 

Engineer 

Design / Release 

Engineer 

Plant Quality Center 

Engineer 

• Supplier: 

Quality Manager 

Engineering / Program 

Manager 

Additional team members may be added, as needed. Examples 

include the Chrysler Dimensional Engineer, Design Office, TAG 

representative, etc. 

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Part I/S RASIC 

Supplier 

Supplier Quality 

System & Component Engineering 

Vehicle Engineering 

Manufacturing Quality (Plant) 

Selection of Parts C CS C RA C 

Confirm Assembly vs Part Datum Scheme Alignment 1 

R/S C C/R A 

Selection of Critical Dimensions 1 

R/S C C/R A 

Sample Size and Frequency determination R A C C 

Measurement Method of Critical Dimensions R S A C 

Selection of Appearance Specs/Characteristics 1 

R/S C C/R A C S 

Boundary Sample Creation and Review/Sign-off R S C A S S 

Selection of Functional Specs/Characteristics 1 

R/S C C/R A 

Completion of Part I/S form R S CA 

Retention of Completed Part I/S RA I I I I I 

Design Office 

Responsible - Those who do the work to achieve the task. There is typically one role with a participation type of Responsible 

Accountable - Final Approving Authority 

Support - Resources allocated to Responsible 

Informed - Those who are kept up-to-date on progress, often only on completion of the task or deliverable; and with whom there is just one way 

Consulted -Those whose opinions are sought; and with whom there is two-way communication 

NOTES 

1: Dependant upon which party is design-responsible 

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How is the Part I/S Process Done? 

Chrysler Product Creation Process (CPCP) 

IRE FPSC PSO & 

PPAP 

CREATION 

DRAFT 

FINAL 


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How is the Part I/S Process Done? (cont.) 

Part I/S Creation Phase 

• Scope of the program is defined (parts identified, 

important characteristics identified, etc.) 

• Document is created 

Identify Parts 

& Provide 

Information 

Create 

Part I/S 

Team Review 

Revise & 

Sign 

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1. Identify Parts requiring Part I/S 

20 weeks prior to the VP MRD 

All parts with a “High” Initial Risk Evaluation (IRE) – SQE 

Additional parts selected by the Plant Quality Center Manager 

Product Team SQ sends list of parts (including those with an IRE and 

without) to Plant QCM & SQEs 

Plant QCM identifies Medium/Low/non-risked parts that also require the 

Part I/S and forwards to Product Team SQ & Engineering for feedback 

Team should agree to additional parts selected (or removed) 

Product Team SQ flags additional selected parts in CQMS 

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2. Identify Characteristics for inclusion 

Inputs: 

Lessons Learned (Supplier and SQE) 

Design model (from engineering) 

Released part prints (GD&T) 

Complete Vehicle Quality Standard (CVQS) 

Build Objectives (from Plant QC) 

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2. Identify Characteristics for inclusion 

Characteristics to include, consider: 

Key and safety characteristics (, , ) 

Characteristics included in, or related to the CVQS 

Characteristics related to quality issues, especially yardholds 

Customer interface / impact characteristics 

Fit & Finish requirements 

Characteristics related to build issues in our plants 

Any other characteristics deemed critical by a member of the 

Team 

The Plant QC has final approval 

Product characteristics only (not process) 

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3. Create initial Part I/S Draft and submit to Team 

At least 12 weeks prior to VP MRD 

SQE uploads into the Part I/S database upon receipt 

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Page 1 (Drawing or Sketch) 

Requirements: 

Show sketch / drawing of entire 

part 

Show all datums for part 

mounting 

Identify attachments to mating 

components 

Track document revision history 

Other suggestions: attach GD&T, 

photos, etc. 


VEHICLE MY / FAMILY: 2011 WK DATE: 10/14/2009 

PART NO: 12345678AD PART NAME/DESC: WIDGET RH FR 

DRAWING/SKETCH 

REV. 

CHRYSLER 

SUPPLIER 

REVISION / DESCRIPTION 

DATE 

# PLANT QC SQE ENG QLTY MGR ENG 

Plant QC Eng. - Chrysler 

SQE - Chrysler 

INITIAL SIGN-OFF / APPROVAL 

TITLE NAME 

SIGNATURE 

Engineer - Chrysler 

Quality Mgr. - Supplier 

Engineering - Supplier 

DRAFT 

FINAL 

SUPPLIER CODE: 54321 A SUPPLIER NAME: ACME Industries MANUFACTURING LOCATION: 

Somewhereville, USA 

DRAWING NO. / REVISION LEVEL: 12345678AD / B 

.25 ± .02 

02 

DATE 

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Page 2 (Characteristics List) 

Requirements: 

Sections and views shown 

Datums shown for dimensional 

characteristics 

Identify performance requirements 

(customer interface) 

List appearance criteria (if 

applicable) 

Identify inspection points 

Detail specifications and tolerances 

Identify measurement methods and 

gages used 

List sample sizes and frequencies 


VEHICLE MY / FAMILY: 2011 WK DATE: 10/14/2009 

PART NO: 12345678AD PART NAME/DESC: WIDGET RH FR 

ITEM 

# 

CHARACTERISTIC / 

INSPECTION POINT 

SPECIFICATION / 

TOLERANCE 

MEAS. 

METHOD 

SAMPLE 

SIZE 

FREQ. 

1 Surface profile Gage 123-4 5 pcs 2/shift 

2 Appearance 

No flash 

No burrs 

Visual 

No sinks 

100% 100% 






DRAFT 

FINAL 

SUPPLIER CODE: 54321 A SUPPLIER NAME: ACME Industries MANUFACTURING LOCATION: 

Somewhereville, USA 

DRAWING NO. / REVISION LEVEL: 12345678AD / B 

REMARKS / INSPECTION METHOD 


TITLE NAME SIGNATURE 

DATE 

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4. Team reviews initial Part I/S Draft 

The SQE coordinates the meeting 

A team meeting at the assembly plant, in front of the vehicle with 

parts available, is preferred 

Other methods may be used as necessary (web conference, 

phone conference, etc.) 

The Part I/S team reviews the document (using the page 3 

checklist as a guide) 

The Team identifies any changes needed to the document 

The Plant QCE has final approval authority 

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5. Revise the Part I/S per Team requirements and 

resubmit for Team review 

The Part I/S is intended as a tool to ensure agreement with the 

Chrysler Plant’s and Supplier’s measurement schemes. While 

continuous improvement is desired (and necessary), the Part I/S is 

not intended as an opportunity to conduct a ‘part redesign’ at the 

pilot stage. 

6. Team signs the Part I/S Draft 




The Supplier keeps original and copies the other team members 

The SQE uploads a scanned copy of the signed Draft to the Part I/S 

database (6a) 




TITLE NAME 

SIGNATURE 

DATE 

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• Use of the Part I/S Draft to check parts for the VP and 

PVP pilot builds 

• Follows the same basic flow for each build: 

Implement & 

Collect Data 

Part I/S Draft Phase 

Build 

Event 

Team Review 

Revise & 

Resubmit 

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7. & 10. Implement Part I/S Draft; submit data to the Team 

Supplier uses the Part I/S Draft to check the parts to be sent in to 

Chrysler for the applicable build (VP / PVP) or build phase 

Data is sent to the Chrysler Team members two weeks prior to the 

build MRD 

• SQE uploads the data into the Part I/S database (7a & 10a) 

8. & 11. Team reviews data and build issues 

The Part I/S Team reviews the provided data, as well as any issues 

from the applicable build (VP / PVP) or build phase 

The Team determines what changes (if any) are required 

The Plant QCE has final approval on required Part I/S changes 

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9. & 12. Revise Part I/S per Team requirements 

The Supplier revises the Part I/S Draft per Team requirements 

and resubmits to the Team 

The Team initials the form for each revision that takes place 

The above steps should be repeated for each build phase, if 

applicable (i.e. VP A, VP B, etc.) 

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Part I/S Final Phase 

• Part I/S is finalized for Job 1 and continuing volume 

production 

• The Part I/S remains a living document and can be 

revised as needed 

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13.Change Part I/S status to Final 

Supplier changes status of Part I/S to “Final” from “Draft” 

Supplier submits to the team for signatures 

14.Team signs the Part I/S Final 

The Supplier keeps original and copies the other team members 

The SQE uploads a scanned copy of the signed Final to the Part 

I/S database (14a) 

15.Implement Part I/S Final for Job 1 and volume 

production 

Supplier uses the Part I/S Final to check parts going forward 

Data is retained by the Supplier for review upon request by 

Chrysler personnel 

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Issue Possibly Requiring Part I/S Change: 

a. Process Change or Internal Resource (via Forever 

Requirements) 

b. Quality Issue (at the Chrysler Plant or Supplier Facility) 

c. Engineering Change Notice (CN) 

16.Revise and Re-submit 

As necessary (with all other Quality Documents) 

Supplier updates in the Revision section and resubmits to the 

Team 

17.Team initials revision 

SQE uploads revision into Part I/S database (17a) 

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Part I/S and Other Quality Documents 

Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis 

Control Plan 

Part I/S FPSC LPA. Work Instructions 

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Part I/S and Other Quality Documents (cont.) 

FPSC: “Safe Launch”; checks/inspections over and above 

Control Plan 

Control Plan: Controls (w/ frequency, sample size) for 

entire process 

Part I/S: Ties controls for the final product characteristics 

with visual representation (GD&T) and allows for 

measurement scheme agreement with the Chrysler 

Manufacturing Plant 

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PART INSPECTION STANDARD CHECKLIST

PART INSPECTION STANDARD CHECKLIST 

There is a 19-item checklist in the Part I/S. 

The checklist is based on the Part I/S process standard. 

All suppliers must self-check their Part I/S using the 

checklist before the submission. 

SQE shall verify the checklist before upload into the Part 

I/S database. 

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CHARACTERISTICS/MEASUREMENT POINTS: All measurement 

points are identified on the part sketch and labeled / numbered to 

correspond with the Item # on Sheet 2 

CHARACTERISTICS/MEASUREMENT POINTS: Measurement points 

on the part are the same as those being measured when on the 

vehicle (reference the CVQS), if applicable 

CHARACTERISTICS/MEASUREMENT POINTS: Characteristics 

include dimensional, functional, and appearance requirements 

(material, environmental, durability, and weight requirements are not 

mandated for inclusion) 

TOLERANCES & SPECIFICATIONS: Tolerances and specifications 

for all characteristics are included 

TOLERANCES & SPECIFICATIONS: Boundary samples (e.g. go/nogo, 

appearance samples, etc.) are referenced (as applicable) 

TOLERANCES & SPECIFICATIONS: Tolerances and specifications 

for the part do not conflict with those on the CVQS, if applicable 

TOLERANCES & SPECIFICATIONS: When the CVQS measures a 

characteristic referencing two parts (e.g. a gap between two separate 

parts), the tolerance on each referenced part does not take up more 

than half of the CVQS tolerance (i.e. no potential interference 

conditions), if applicable 

GAGES & MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT: All gages and 

measurement equipment used to check each characteristic are 

identified 

GAGES & MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT: Gages and measurement 

equipment are adequate to check the characteristic they are identified 

for 

SAMPLE SIZES & FREQUENCIES: Number of parts checked for 

each characteristic is identified and adequate 

SAMPLE SIZES & FREQUENCIES: Frequency of parts being 

checked is identified and adequate 

SAMPLE SIZES & FREQUENCIES: Sample sizes and frequencies 

match those shown on the Control Plan 

SKETCHES & DRAWINGS: Part sketches are clear and legible 

SKETCHES & DRAWINGS: Sections and/or sketches are shown for 

each characteristic 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Is the Part I/S required to be „waterfalled‟ to Tier 2 and 

lower Suppliers? 

No, this is not mandated at this time. Cascading this process to Tier 2 

and lower Suppliers is at the discretion of the Tier 1 Supplier. 

Exception: “Directed” and “Consigned” parts 

2. Clarify how changes to the Part I/S are made via the 

Forever Requirement (FR) system. 

The Part I/S is considered another quality document that must be kept 

updated whenever a CN, FR notice, or Resource Notice is issued. I.e., 

the FR system would be used for the process change as a whole, NOT 

just for the Part I/S. 

3. What is the process for accepting a part that doesn‟t 

meet the Part I/S requirements? 

No different than the current process; the Part I/S does not add 

requirements that do not currently exist, nor does it modify 

requirements from other documents. If the part does not meet 

Chrysler‟s specifications, than a deviation is handled as it would 

normally be (such as via an IAA). 

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4. When does the Part I/S process end? 

It is a living document and is used throughout the product lifecycle. It is 

not specific to a program phase, nor is there a set duration. 

5. Will I receive an NCT/eCIMS for issues if the 

characteristics are not included on the Part I/S? 

YES. The Part I/S is not the “end-all” for inspection, nor is it to be 

considered a comprehensive list of Chrysler requirements. 

6. Should the Part I/S include characteristics already on 

the Control Plan? 

YES! In fact, it is required that any characteristic listed on the Part I/S 

also be included on the Control Plan. 

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7. If I‟m shipping a part to multiple Chrysler Manufacturing 

Plants, do I need to make a Part I/S for each one? 

No. Include the Plant QCE from each applicable Chrysler facility on the 

team (and each SQE/Engineer, as required), with the Lead 

program/plant personnel taking the lead on the team. Ensure the Part 

I/S includes the input from all of the manufacturing plants 

8. If we‟re instituting 100% inspection for VP (or other pilot 

build), with a gradual lessening of frequency as we 

move into production, should the Part I/S reflect this? 

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UPCOMING IMPROVEMENTS


Part Inspection Standard integrated with First Production Shipment 

Certification (FPSC): 

No process change for Part I/S and FPSC requirements. 

Part I/S and FPSC forms will be combined to reduce paperwork. 

FPSC only parts will be required to fill out only the Characteristics List page 

(similar to the current “Page 2”). No Chrysler plant approval required. 

Part I/S required parts will still be required to fill out all pages and obtain 

the Chrysler plant approvals beside the AQP team. 

The Measurement Method, Sample Size and Frequency may be specified 

differently during VP, PS and V1 stages. 

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Part Inspection Standard integrated with First Production 

Shipment Certification (FPSC) 


(Use this sheet also for First Production Shipment Certification) 

VEHICLE 

MY / FAMILY: 

PART NO: PART NAME/DESC: YES NO 

SUPPLIER 

CODE: 

SUPPLIER 

NAME: 

SPECIFICATION / 

TOLERANCE 

Req'd for 

8-Stage? 

(Y / N) 

MILESTON 

E 

MEAS. 

METHOD 

LOCATION: 

NOTE: Complete the Characteristics List sheet only to fulfil FPSC requirements and gain approvals by Chrysler SQE and 

engineer per AQP / PSO requirements and timing. 

ITEM 

# 

CHARACTERISTIC / 

INSPECTION POINT 

DRAWING NO. 

REVISION LEVEL: 

DATE: 

SAMPLE 

SIZE 

Plant Approval Required? 

FREQ. REMARKS / INSPECTION METHOD 

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Part Inspection Standard with Electronic Approvals: 

Electronic Approvals is to speed up the approval process within Chrysler 

and improve the quality of the part I/S. 

No process change for Part Inspection Standard requirements. 

No change for the submission of Part I/S by the Suppliers. The Suppliers 

need to complete the Part Inspection Standard and self-audit with the 

19-point checklist before submitting to SQEs. 

The SQEs will upload the Part I/S into the Chrysler database and send for 

electronic approvals by the Chrysler Design Release Engineer and Plant 

Quality Center Engineer (QCE). 

Escalation emails will be automatically sent to the management if not 

approved within a given time period. 

Approvals and rejections will be based on the 19-point checklist. 

Database programming has been completed and is being debugged. 

Timing TBD 

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Where do I find information? 

Part I/S Process 

Global Sourcing Book of Knowledge (unavailable to Suppliers) 

PDF copy of the process available on the AQP/PSO website (see below) 

Part I/S Form 

AQP/PSO website (https://gsp.extra.chrysler.com/qlty/pso/index.html; 

Suppliers can access via the “References” section of the Chrysler Portal 

on COVISINT) 

Part I/S Database 

Lotus Notes; partnered with the CVQS database (unavailable to 

Suppliers) 

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Contact Information 

Supplier Primary Contact: Applicable Supplier Quality 

Engineer 

Part I/S Process: Stanley Zhou 

stanley.zhou@chrysler.com 

CVQS Process: Chi-Chang (Mike) Lee 

cl88@chrysler.com 

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