Tire terminology and defini-
tions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on the tire. Air
pressure is expressed in pounds per
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Belt
Cold Tire Pressure
A rubber coated layer of cords that is The amount of air pressure in a tire,
located between the plies and the measured in pounds per square inch
tread. Cords may be made from steel (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire
or other reinforcing materials.
has built up heat from driving.
Bead
Curb Weight
The tire bead contains steel wires This means the weight of a motor
wrapped by steel cords that hold the vehicle with standard and optional
Accessory Weight
This means the combined weight of
optional accessories. Some exam-
tire onto the rim.
equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
ples of optional accessories are Bias Ply Tire
automatic
transmission,
power
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
are laid at alternate angles less than
seats, and air conditioning.
DOT Markings
90
degrees to the centerline of the A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in com-
pliance with the U.S. Department of
Transportation motor vehicle safety
standards. The DOT code includes
the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which
can also identify the tire manufactur-
er, production plant, brand and date
of production.
tread.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire's height to
its width.
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