Subaru 2005 Impreza User Manual

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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

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Example:

(6) Load Index: A numerical code which speci-

fies the maximum load a tire can carry at the

speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maxi-

mum inflation pressure.

For example, “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “89”

means 1,278 lbs (580 kg).

Load indices apply 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.

(7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system de-

scribing a tire’s capability to travel at established

and predetermined speeds.

For example, “V” means 149 mph (240 km/h)

Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not

to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on

any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can

be operated at the tire’s rated speed.

The speed rating is void if the tires are

worn out, damaged, repaired, retreaded, or

otherwise altered from their original condi-

tion. If tires are repaired, retreaded, or oth-

erwise altered, they may not be suitable for

original equipment tire designed loads and

speeds.

Tire Identification Number (TIN)

Tire Identification Number (TIN) is marked on the

intended outboard sidewall. The TIN is com-

posed of four groups. Here is a brief review of the

TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements.

(1) Manufacturer’s Identification Mark

P 205 / 55 R 16 89 V

Size designation

(6) (7)

DOT XX XX XXX XXXX

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)