【国外标准】 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Effects of Automotive Engine Oils on Fuel Economy of Passenger Cars and Light-Duty Trucks in Sequence VIB Spark Ignition Engine (Withdrawn 2022)

5.1 Test Method—The data obtained from the use of this test method provide a comparative index of the fuel-saving capabilities of automotive engine oils under repeatable laboratory conditions. A baseline calibration oil (hereafter referred to as BC oil) has been established for this test to provide a standard against which all other oils can be compared. The BC oil is an SAE 5W-30 grade fully formulated lubricant. There is a direct correlation of Test Method D6837 (Sequence VIB) Fuel Economy Improvement (FEI) by percent with the fuel economy results obtained from vehicles representative of current production running under the current EPA testing cycles. The test procedure was not designed to give a precise estimate of the difference between two test oils without adequate replication. Rather, it was developed to compare a test oil to BC oil. Companion test methods used to evaluate engine oil performance for specification requirements are discussed in the latest revision of Specification D4485.5.2 Use—The Sequence VIB test method is useful for engine oil fuel economy specification acceptance. It is used in specifications and classifications of engine lubricating oils, such as the following:5.2.1 Specification D4485.5.2.2 API Publication 1509.5.2.3 SAE Classification J304.5.2.4 SAE Classification J1423.1.1 This test method covers an engine test procedure for the measurement of the effects of automotive engine oils on the fuel economy of passenger cars and light-duty trucks with gross vehicle weight of 3856 kg or less. The tests are conducted on a dynamometer test stand using a specified spark-ignition engine with a displacement of 4.6-L. It applies to multiviscosity grade oils used in these applications.1.2 This test method also provides for the running of an abbreviated length test that is referred to as the VIBSJ. The procedure for VIBSJ is identical to the Sequence VIB with the exception of the items specifically listed in Annex A13. The procedure modifications listed in Annex A13 refer to the corresponding section of the Sequence VIB test method.1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.1.3.1 Exceptions—Where there is no direct SI equivalent such as screw threads, National Pipe Threads/diameters, tubing size, or single source supply equipment specifications. Brake Specific Fuel Consumption is measured in kilograms per kilowatthour. In Figs. A2.4, A2.5, and A2.8, inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard.1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.1.5 This test method is arranged as follows:Subject SectionIntroduction   1Referenced Documents 2Terminology 3Summary of Test Method 4 5Apparatus 6 General 6.1 Test Engine Configuration 6.2 Laboratory Ambient Conditions 6.3 Engine Speed and Torque Control 6.4  Dynamometer 6.4.1  Dynamometer Torque 6.4.2 Engine Cooling System 6.5 External Oil System 6.6 Fuel System 6.7  Fuel Flow Measurement 6.7.2  Fuel Temperature and Pressure Control to   the Fuel Flowmeter 6.7.3  Fuel Temperature and Pressure Control to   Engine Fuel Rail 6.7.4 Fuel Supply Pumps 6.7.5  Fuel Filtering 6.7.6 Engine Intake Air Supply 6.8  Intake Air Humidity 6.8.1  Intake Air Filtration 6.8.2  Intake Air Pressure Relief 6.8.3 Temperature Measurement 6.9  Thermocouple Location 6.9.5 AFR Determination 6.10 Exhaust and Exhaust Back Pressure Systems 6.11  Exhaust Manifolds 6.11.1  Laboratory Exhaust System 6.11.2  Exhaust Back Pressure 6.11.3 Pressure Measurement and Pressure Sensor  Locations 6.12  Engine Oil 6.12.2  Fuel to Fuel Flowmeter 6.12.3  Fuel to Engine Fuel Rail 6.12.4  Exhaust Back Pressure 6.12.5  Intake Air 6.12.6  Intake Manifold Vacuum/Absolute Pressure 6.12.7  Coolant Flow Differential Pressure 6.12.8  Crankcase Pressure 6.12.9 Engine Hardware and Related Apparatus 6.13  Test Engine Configuration 6.13.1  ECM/EEC (Engine Control) Module 6.13.2  Thermostat/Orifice Plate 6.13.3  Intake Manifold 6.13.4  Flywheel 6.13.5  Wiring Harnesses 6.13.6  EGR Block-Off Plate 6.13.7  Oil Pan 6.13.8  Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube 6.13.9  Idle Speed Control Solenoid (ISC) Block-Off   Plate 6.13.10  Engine Water Pump 6.13.11  Thermostat Housing 6.13.12  Oil Filter Adapter 6.13.13  Fuel Rail 6.13.14 Miscellaneous Apparatus Related to Engine  Operation 6.14  Timing Light 6.14.1Reagents and Materials 7 Engine Oil 7.1 Test Fuel 7.2 Engine Coolant 7.3 Cleaning Materials 7.4Preparation of Apparatus 8 Test Stand Preparation 8.2Engine Preparation 9 Cleaning of Engine Parts 9.2 Engine Assembly Procedure 9.3  General Assembly Instructions 9.3.1  Bolt Torque Specifications 9.3.2  Sealing Compounds 9.3.3  Harmonic Balancer 9.3.5  Oil Pan 9.3.6  Intake Manifold 9.3.7  Camshaft Covers 9.3.8  Thermostat 9.3.9  Thermostat Housing 9.3.10  Coolant Inlet 9.3.11  Oil Filter Adapter 9.3.12  Dipstick Tube 9.3.13  Water Pump 9.3.14  Sensors, Switches, Valves, and Positioners 9.3.15  Ignition System 9.3.16  Fuel Injection System 9.3.17  Intake Air System 9.3.18  Engine Management System (Spark and Fuel   Control) 9.3.19  Accessory Drive Units 9.3.20  Exhaust Manifolds 9.3.21  Engine Flywheel and Guards 9.3.22  Lifting of Assembled Engines 9.3.23  Engine Mounts 9.3.24Calibration 10 Stand/Engine Calibration 10.1  Procedure 10.1.1  Reporting of Reference Results 10.1.2  Analysis of Reference/Calibration Oils 10.1.3  Instrument Calibration 10.2  Engine Torque Measurement System 10.2.1  Fuel Flow Measurement System 10.2.2  Coolant Flow Measurement System 10.2.3  Thermocouple and Temperature Measurement   System 10.2.4  Humidity Measurement System 10.2.5  Other Instrumentation 10.2.6Test Procedure 11 Preparation for Initial Start-up of New Engine 11.1  External Oil System 11.1.1  Flush Effectiveness Demonstration 11.1.2  Preparation for Oil Charge 11.1.3  Oil Charge for Coolant Flush 11.1.4  Engine Coolant Charge for Coolant Flush 11.1.5 Initial Engine Start-up 11.2 Coolant Flush 11.3 New Engine Break-In 11.4  Oil Charge for Break-In 11.4.2  Break-In Operating Conditions 11.4.3 Routine Test Operation 11.5  Start-Up and Shutdown Procedures 11.5.8  Flying Flush Oil Exchange Procedures 11.5.9  Test Operating Stages 11.5.10  Stabilization to Stage Conditions 11.5.11  Stabilized BSFC Measurement Cycle 11.5.12  Data Logging 11.5.13  BC Oil Flush Procedure for BC Oil Before Test   Oil 11.5.14 BSFC Measurement of BC Oil Before Test Oil 11.5.15  Test Oil Flush Procedure 11.5.16  Test Oil Aging 11.5.17  BSFC Measurement of Aged (Phase I) Test Oil 11.5.18  Aging Phase II 11.5.19  BSFC Measurement of Aged (Phase II) Test Oil 11.5.21  BC Oil Flush Procedure for BC Oil After Test Oil 11.5.22  BSFC Measurement for BC Oil After Test Oil 11.5.23  General Test Data Logging Forms 11.5.24  Diagnostic Review Procedures 11.5.25 Determination of Test Results 12  FEI1 and FEI2 Calculations 12.1 Final Test Report 13  Validity Statement 13.1  Report Format 13.2Precision and Bias 14 Precision 14.1 Validity 14.2  Test Stand Calibration Status 14.2.1  Validity Interpretation of Deviant Operational   Conditions 14.2.2 Bias 14.3Keywords 15   Annexes  Role of ASTM TMC Annex A1Detailed Specifications and Drawings of Apparatus Annex A2Oil Heater Cerrobase Refill Procedure Annex A3Engine Part Number Listing Annex A4Flying Flush Checklists Annex A5Safety Precautions Annex A6Report Format Annex A7Statistical Equations for Mean and Standard Deviations Annex A8Oil Sump Full Level Determination Consumption Measurement Calibration Procedure Annex A9Fuel Injector Evaluation Annex A10Pre-test Maintenance Checklist Annex A11Blow-by Ventilation System Requirements Annex A12VIBSJ Abbreviated Length Test Requirements Annex A13   Appendix  Procurement of Test Materials Appendix X1