CAPA quality standards apply to various types of parts made from different materials. CAPA is constantly expanding the certification program to include more parts and new materials. Currently, three specifications that set quality standards for metal (CAPA 101), plastic (CAPA 201) and lighting (CAPA 301) are in place. Each specification provides detailed testing and inspection procedures to ensure the quality of the parts covered by that specification. Where possible, all test procedures refer to the nationally recognized tests such as those of ASTM and SAE.

CAPA 101 - Metals

Metal parts that are primed, decoratively painted, plated with metallic coatings, or painted and plated with metallic coatings are covered, including:

Bezels	Deck Lids	Door Shells	Fenders
Grilles	Hoods	Pickup Beds	Pickup Box Sides
Quarter Panels	Radiator Supports	Wheel Houses	Tailgates
(The standard does not cover metal or chrome bumpers)

CAPA 201 - Plastics

Plastic parts that are unprimed, primed, decoratively painted, plated with metallic coatings, or painted and plated with metallic coatings are covered, including:

Bezels	Bumper Covers	Fenders	Fascias, Front/Rear
Grilles	Header Panels	Hoods	Side Mouldings

The CAPA 201 specifications include requirements for:

• Adhesive integrity
• Appearance
• Assembly requirements
• Coating performance
• Dimensional Checks
• Fasteners
• Hardware
• Materials analysis
  (composition, mechanical properties)
• Production requirements
• Quality control procedures
• New Part Approval Vehicle Test Fit (VTF), as applicable
  
  

CAPA 301 - Lighting

CAPA 301 for Lighting was approved by the CAPA Technical Committee in March 2002. Automotive lighting parts are covered, including:

Headlamps	Taillamps	Side Markers	High-Mounted Brake Lights

The CAPA 301 specifications include requirements for:

• FMVSS 108 Compliance, Initial and Ongoing
• Dimensional Verification
• Physical Dimensions and Effective Projected Luminous Lens Area
• Electrical and Power
• Illumination, Photometry, and Color
• Life and Durability Requirements
• Gaskets, Adhesives, Sealants, and Auxiliary Equipment
• Aiming Devices
• Metallurgical/Material Analyses
  (composition, mechanical properties)
• Appearance
• Production
• Quality Control Procedures
• New Part Approval Vehicle Test Fit (VTF)

Additional part types will be added as appropriate