Tire labeling, 2012 accord sedan – HONDA 2012 Accord Sedan User Manual

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The tires that came on your vehicle
have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described
below.

Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry).

Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Following is an example
of tire size with an explanation of
what each component means.

Vehicle type (P indicates
passenger vehicle).

Tire width in millimeters.

Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width).

Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).

Rim diameter in inches.

Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating).

P

R

V

225

50

93

17

Tire Labeling

Tire Size

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Tire Labeling Example

(1)

(2)

(1)

Tire Size
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Maximum Tire Pressure
Maximum Tire Load

(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

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