Tire labeling – HONDA 2009 Odyssey 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).

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

The tire identification number (TIN)
is a group of numbers and letters
that look like the following example.
TIN is located on the sidewall of the
tire.

This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.

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.

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.

Manufacturer’s
identification mark.

R

DOT

B97R

235

T

60

17

102

Tire Labeling

Tire Identif ication Number (TIN)

Tire Size

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TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE

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(2)
(3)
(4)

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

DOT B97R FX6X 2202

235/60R17 102T

2009 Odyssey

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