Process Capability and Control. Supplier is required to ensure that processes shall meet process capability and SPC requirements as defined in the AIAG PPAP and Statistical Process Control reference manual, unless otherwise specified by Stoneridge. Supplier is responsible for ensuring that control requirements are documented in the control plan and that capability indices are achieved and improved throughout production. If the required capability cannot be reached, then 100% testing by Supplier is mandatory and Supplier will be responsible for all costs associated with such testing. Supplier is obligated to define samples ("golden" samples) to be used as reference for the manufacturing process and final product. Upon request of Stoneridge, Supplier shall provide measurement and traceability data for special characteristics. Without the prior written approval of Stoneridge, Supplier shall not repair components. Rework/repair includes all activities on components outside the documented process flow.
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