What is ISO 18541‑4 about?
ISO 18541‑4 is the part fourth of the multi-series standard that specifies a conformance test for a vehicle manufacturer assessment of self-conformance of the VM RMI system. The conformance test cases follow the use case definition of ISO 18541‑1 and the requirements stated in ISO 18541‑2 and ISO 18541‑3.
Furthermore, ISO 18541‑4 defines in Annex A conformance test cases for the use cases and requirements versions that apply for granting access to security related RMI following the SERMI scheme.
ISO 18541‑4 is applicable to light passenger and commercial vehicles as defined in regulation (EC) 715/2007 Article 2 [ 9].
Who is ISO 18541‑4 for?
ISO 18541‑4 on conformance test for standardized access to automotive repair and maintenance information is applicable to:
- Vehicle manufactures
- Vehicle maintenance and repair shops
- Vehicle owners
- Vehicle spare parts manufacturers
- Technicians working on vehicle repairs
Why should you use ISO 18541‑4?
Standardized access to automotive repair and maintenance information makes it easier for the manufacturers and the repairers to understand and fix the problems in the vehicles.
The primary, but not exclusive, purpose of ISO 18541‑4 is to provide information to the VM RMI system provider to build and test the VM RMI system against the conformance test cases. This final step in the development process of the VM RMI system is an enabler for all providers. It helps to ensure that the VM RMI system meets a high degree of functional requirements expected by the end user.
Conformance test specified in ISO 18541‑4 helps ensure efficiency and interoperability of the system.
ISO 18541‑4 derives from the legislative requirements on European level in the field of RMI and related security requirements and can be referenced by legislation in other countries. Thus, allowing you to comply with legislative requirements.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN ISO 18541‑4:2021 cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 18541‑4:2015), which has been technically revised.
- The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
- Security related updates taken in synchronization with ISO 18541‑1 to ISO 18541‑3
- Editorial updates.