Maintenance
Tire terminology and defini-
tions
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in DOT Markings : The DOT code
which the plies are laid at alternate
includes
the
Tire
Identification
angles less than 90 degrees to the Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
Air Pressure: The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
centerline of the tread.
Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of
ignator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per air pressure in a tire, measured in
kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
square inch (psi).
square inch (psi) before a tire has
built up heat from driving.
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the front Axle.
Accessory Weight: This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transmis-
sion, power seats, and air condition-
ing.
Curb Weight: This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, but without passengers and
cargo.
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the rear axle.
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
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Model Year | 2007 |
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