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Operation

Tires and wheels

Production options weight

The combined weight of those installed
regular production options weighing over
5 lbs (2.3 kilograms) in excess of those
standard items which they replace, not
previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, heavy duty battery,
and special trim.

PSI (Pounds per square inch)

A standard unit of measure for air pressure
-> bar, kilopascal (kPa).

Recommended tire inflation pressure

Recommended tire inflation pressure for
normal driving conditions is listed on the
Tire and Loading Information placard locat-
ed on the driver’s door B-pillar. Provides
best handling, tread life and riding com-
fort. If so equipped, supplemental informa-
tion pertaining to special driving situations
can be found on the tire inflation pressure
label on the inside of the fuel filler flap.

Rim

A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated.

Sidewall

The portion of a tire between the tread and
the bead.

TIN (Tire Identification Number)

Unique identifier which facilitates efforts
by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers
in recall situations or other safety matters
concerning tires and gives purchases the
means to easily identify such tires. The TIN
is comprised of “Manufacturer’s identifi-
cation mark”, “Tire size”, “Tire type code”
and “Date of manufacture”.

Tire load rating

Numerical code associated with the
maximum load a tire can support.

Tire ply composition and material used

This indicates the number of plies or the
number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire manufac-
turers also must indicate the ply materials
in the tire and sidewall, which include
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.

Tire speed rating

Part of tire designation; indicates the
speed range for which a tire is approved.

Total load limit

Rated cargo and luggage load plus
68 kilograms (150 lbs) times the vehicle’s
designated seating capacity.

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