Other markings
The following makings are also placed on the sidewall.
Maximum permissible inflation pressure
The maximum cold inflation pressure to which this tire may be inflated. For example, “350 kPa (51 PSI) MAX. PRESS”
Maximum load rating
The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 615 kg (1,356 LBS) @ 350 kPa (51 PSI) MAX. PRESS.”
WARNING
Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load.
Construction type
Applicable construction of this tire. For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RADIAL”
Construction
The generic name of each cord material used in the plies (both sidewall and tread area) of this tire. For example, “PLIES: TREAD 2 STEEL + 2 POLYESTER + 1 NYLON SIDEWALL 2 POLYESTER”
Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG)
For details, refer to “Uniform tire quality grading standards” F13-14.
See also:
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would we ...
Vehicle finder function
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Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot
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2. Park the vehicle on a level surface a ...