Maintenance
G201100AHM-EC
Tire terminology and definitions
Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of
air pressure in a tire, measured in
WARNING - Tire
temperature
Air Pressure: The amount of air kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per
inside the tire pressing outward on square inch (psi) before a tire has
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in built up heat from driving.
The temperature grade for this
tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi).
Curb Weight: This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
underinflation, or
excessive
Accessory Weight: This means the optional equipment including the
combined weight of optional acces- maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
sories. Some examples of optional coolant, but without passengers and
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
build-up and possible sudden
tire failure. This can cause loss
of vehicle control and serious
injury or death.
accessories are, automatic transmis-
sion, power seats, and air condition-
ing.
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
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 GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
steel or other reinforcing materials.
cargo.
DOT Markings : The DOT code
includes
the
Tire
Identification
ignator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
Bead: The tire bead contains steel Rating for the Front Axle.
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Rear axle.
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at alternate
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
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| Model Year | 2010 |
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