Speed Ratings; Optional Tire Pressure; Load Ratings; Tire Designations - Volvo S40 2005 Owner's Manual

2005 Volvo S40
b
195/65R15 91V
205/55R16 91V
205/50R17 93V Extra load
215/45R18 93W
Temporary spare tire T125/85R16 99M 61 (420)
a. These weights include the weight of all occupants of the car plus cargo.
b. 15" wheels should only be used on models with non-turbo engines, and with 15" front brakes. Consult
your Volvo retailer.
Load ratings The load ratings in the tables above translate as follows:
91 = 1365 lbs (615 kg), 93 = 1433 lbs (650 kg), 99 = 1709 lbs (755 kg).
Optional tire pressure. These inflation pressures may only be used when the vehicle is not fully loaded.
Tire size
195/65R15 91V
205/55R16 91V
205/50R17 93V Extra load
215/45R18 93W
Temporary spare tire T125/85R16
99M

Speed ratings

The speed ratings in the tables translate as follows:
M = 81 mph (130 km/h), V= 149 mph (240 km/h)
See also page 128 for an explanation of the designations on the sidewall of the tire.
pg. 128 Tire designations
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36 (250)
36 (250)
36 (250)
36 (250)
Optional cold tire pressure that may only be used for vehicle
loads up to 495 lbs (225 kg). psi (kPa)
Front
30 (210)
30 (210)
35 (240)
35 (240)
61 (420)
36 (250)
36 (250)
36 (250)
36 (250)
61 (420)
Rear
30 (210)
30 (210)
32 (220)
32 (220)
61 (420)