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is certified to carry. The speed
rating is the maximum speed a
tire is certified to carry a load.
The amount of
air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch
of the tire. Air pressure is
expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch).
combined weight of optional
accessories. Some examples
of optional accessories are
automatic transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, and air
conditioning.
The relationship
of a tire's height to its width.
A rubber coated layer of
cords that is located between
the plies and the tread. Cords
may be made from steel or other
reinforcing materials.
steel wires wrapped by steel
cords that hold the tire onto
the rim.
tire in which the plies are laid
at alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of
The
the tread.
amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch)
before a tire has built up heat
from driving. See
motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
The tire bead contains
A pneumatic
The
.
The weight of a
maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant, but without
passengers and cargo.
A code molded
into the sidewall of a tire
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric
designator which can also
identify the tire manufacturer,
production plant, brand, and
date of production.
Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating. See
.
Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the front axle. See
.