Maintenance
Tire maintenance
2.Tire size designation
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A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire
size designation. You will need this
information when selecting replace-
ment tires for your car. The following
explains what the letters and num-
bers in the tire size designation
mean.
Example tire size designation:
(These numbers are provided as an
example only; your tire size designa-
tor could vary depending on your
vehicle.)
In addition to proper inflation, correct
wheel alignment helps to decrease
tire wear. If you find a tire is worn
unevenly, have your dealer check the
wheel alignment.
When you have new tires installed,
make sure they are balanced. This
will increase vehicle ride comfort and
tire life. Additionally, a tire should
always be rebalanced if it is removed
from the wheel.
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4
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3
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I030B04JM
Tire sidewall labeling
P185/65R14 86H
Tire traction
Federal law requires tire manufactur-
ers to place standardized information P - Applicable vehicle type (tires
Tire traction can be reduced if you
drive on worn tires, tires that are
improperly inflated or on slippery
road surfaces. Tires should be
on the sidewall of all tires. This infor-
mation identifies and describes the
fundamental characteristics of the
tire and also provides the tire identifi-
marked with the prefix “P’’ are
intended for use on passenger
cars or light trucks; however, not
all tires have this marking).
replaced when tread wear indicators cation number (TIN) for safety stan- 185 - Tire width in millimeters.
appear. To reduce the possibility of dard certification. The TIN can be
losing control, slow down whenever used to identify the tire in case of a
recall.
65
- Aspect ratio. The tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width.
there is rain, snow or ice on the road.
R - Tire construction code (Radial).
14 - Rim diameter in inches.
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Manufacturer or Brand name is
shown.
Manufacturer or brand name
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| Model Year | 2006 |
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