Tire Terminology And Definitions - Saturn 2008 AURA Green Line Hybrid Owner's Manual

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(D) Construction Code
to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction; the
letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction;
and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter
Diameter of the wheel in
:
inches.
(F) Service Description
indicates the load range and speed rating of a
tire. The load index can range from 1 to 279.
Speed ratings range from A to Z.
Tire Terminology and Definitions
Air Pressure
The amount of air inside the
:
tire pressing outward on each square inch of
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight
This means the combined
:
weight of optional accessories. Some examples of
optional accessories are, automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows,
power seats, and air conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
The relationship of a tire's height
:
to its width.
A letter code is used
:
The service description
:
Belt
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.
Bead
The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped
:
by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
A pneumatic tire in which the plies
:
are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees
to the centerline of the tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
:
in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch
(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up
heat from driving. See Inflation - Tire Pressure
on page 5-52.
Curb Weight
The weight of a motor vehicle
:
with standard and optional equipment including
the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant,
but without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
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.
The amount of air pressure
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