CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 545( 5) Rim diameter in inches
Load and Speed Rating Descriptions s13ab0105
The load and speed rating descriptions will appear following the size designation.
They provide two important facts about the tire. First, the number designation is its load index. Second, the letter designation indicates the tire’ s speed rating.
Example:
ZOM0239
( 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)
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.
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.
Tire Identification Number( TIN) s13ab0102
Tire Identification Number( TIN) is marked on the intended outboard sidewall. Here is a brief review of the TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements.
13
( 7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system describing a tire’ s capability to travel at established and predetermined speeds.
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