Category SAE Standards

SAE J2408 is a Surface Vehicle Information Report by SAE International, originally developed in 1994, reaffirmed in 2002, and cancelled in January 2018. It was conceived to define a ‘Next Generation Clutch Installation System’ for heavy-duty trucks and buses capable…

The SAE J2411 standard, issued in 2000, defines a low-speed single-wire Controller Area Network (CAN) for vehicle applications. It serves as a cost-effective alternative to high-speed CAN (SAE J2284), particularly for body control modules and other low-speed functions. By reducing…

SAE J2402 is a surface vehicle standard that specifies conventional signs (symbols) for controls, indicators, and tell-tales in road vehicles. It applies to passenger cars, light and heavy commercial vehicles, and buses. The standard also defines color codes for optical…

What Is SAE J2405-2021? SAE J2405-2021 specifies the minimum requirements for low-permeation tubing (100 g/m²/day or less) for use as low-pressure (14.5 kPa) liquid- or vapor-carrying components in gasoline or diesel fuel filler, vent, and vapor systems. The standard covers…

Driver visual behavior is a critical aspect of safe vehicle operation. The SAE J2396‑2023 Recommended Practice provides a consistent vocabulary and analytical framework for video‑based measurement of eye glance behavior. This standard, stabilized in 2023, remains the authoritative reference for…

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is an advanced driver assistance system that automatically adjusts vehicle speed to maintain a preset following distance from the vehicle ahead. SAE J2399, a recommended practice stabilized in October 2021, defines the minimum operating characteristics and…

SAE J240-2012 defines a life test procedure for automotive storage batteries, originally issued in 1971 and stabilized in 2012. This standard, developed by the SAE Battery Standards Starter Battery Committee, is intended for conventional battery technologies and now carries a…

SAE J2380-2021 defines a recommended practice for vibration durability testing of electric vehicle (EV) battery modules and packs that are typically over 200 kg and structurally integrated into the vehicle. This standard provides a time-compressed random vibration test based on…

This article provides an overview of the essential installation parameters for desiccant air dryers as outlined in SAE J2383. Adhering to these guidelines ensures optimal performance, safety, and longevity of the air drying system in vehicles with compressed air systems.…

SAE J2387 is a recommended practice that defines target dimensions and tolerances for coolant system hoses classified as SAE 20R3 and SAE 20R4. It covers both standard-wall and thin-wall hose constructions, providing commercial and precision tolerance classes. This guide breaks…