HONDA 2006 Ridgeline - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 299)

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. Following is an example
of tire size with an explanation of
what each component means.
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 tire identification number (TIN)
is a group of numbers and letters
that look like the following example
TIN.
Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width).
Tire width in millimeters.
Vehicle type (P indicates
passenger vehicle).
This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Manufacturer’s
identification mark.
Tire type code.
Date of manufacture.
The maximum air
pressure the tire can
hold. Max Press
Max Load The maximum load the
tire can carry at
maximum air pressure.
R
DOT
B97R
FW6X
2202
65
245
P
17
105
S
Tire Labeling
Tire Size
Tire Identif ication Number
Maximum Tire Pressure
Maximum Tire Load
296
P245/65R17 105S
DOT B97R FW6X 2202
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