Tire labeling – Acura 2009 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.

Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Below 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).

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

P

R

17

245

50

V

98

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Tire Size

Tire Labeling

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Tire Size

(1)

(1)

Tire Identification Number (TIN)

(3) Maximum Tire Pressure
(4) Maximum Tire Load

(2)

(3)

(4)

(2)

(1)

TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE

P245/50R17 98V

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