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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuTire and Loading Information Label
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver's doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading
information.
Label
Example
Tire Labeling
Example
Tire Size
Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)
Maximum
Tire Pressure
Tire Size
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Tire Sizes
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.
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The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.
Maximum
Tire Load
1Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading information label attached to the
driver's doorjamb contains:
The number of people your vehicle can carry.
a
The total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
b
exceed this weight.
The original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare.
c
The proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
d
spare.
1Tire Sizes
Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.
215/55R17 94V
215: Tire width in millimeters.
55: Aspect ratio (the tire's section height as a
percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
17: Rim diameter in inches.
94: Load index (a numerical code associated with the
maximum load the tire can carry).
V: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the
maximum speed rating).
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