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Example:
( 6) Load Index: A numerical code which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum inflation pressure.
For example,“ 91” means 1,356 lbs( 615 kg),“ 90” means 1,323 lbs( 600 kg),“ 89” means 1,279 lbs( 580 kg)
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WARNING
Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’ s rated load.
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( 7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system describing a tire’ s capability to travel at established and predetermined speeds. |
For example,“ V” means 149 mph( 240 km / h)
WARNING
. Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be operated at the tire’ s rated speed.
. The speed rating is void if the tires are worn out, damaged, repaired, retreaded, or otherwise altered from their original condition. If tires are repaired, retreaded, or otherwise altered, they may not be suitable for original equipment tire designed loads and speeds.
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! Tire Identification Number( TIN) s13ab0102
Tire Identification Number( TIN) is marked on the intended outboard sidewall. Here is a brief review of
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the TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements.
Type A
( 1) DOT symbol *
( 2) Manufacturer’ s Identification Mark
( 3) Tire Size Code( 4) Tire Type Code( 5) Date of Manufacture
The first two figures identify the week, starting with“ 01” to represent the first full week of the calendar year; the second two figures represent the year. For example, 0101 means the 1st week of 2001.
*: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
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