Acura 2006 RSX - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 235)

Rim diameter in inches.
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 tires that came on your vehicle
have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described
below.
The tire identification number (TIN)
is a group of numbers and letters
that look like this example:
This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Manufacturer’s
identification mark.
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).
Tire type code.
Date of manufacture.
Max Press The maximum air
pressure the tire can
hold.
Max Load The maximum load the
tire can carry at
maximum air pressure.
P
55
R
V
16
DOT
B97R
FW6X
2202
205
89
Tire Labeling
Tire Size
Tire Identif ication Number
Maximum Tire Pressure
Maximum Tire Load
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DOT B97R FW6X 2202
P205/55R16 89V
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