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Tire and Loading Information Label

The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information.

Tire Labeling

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.

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Tire and Loading Information Label

The tire and loading information label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:

a

The number of people your vehicle can carry.

b

The total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.

c

The original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare, if
equipped.

d

The proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
spare, if equipped.

Label
Example

Example

Tire Size

Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)

Maximum
Tire Load

Maximum
Tire Pressure

Tire Size

Tire Size

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Tire Size

Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.

P205/55R16 89H
P:

Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle).

205: Tire width in millimeters.
55: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a

percentage of its width).

R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
16: Rim diameter in inches.
89: Load index (a numerical code associated with the

maximum load the tire can carry).

H: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the

maximum speed rating).

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