Subaru 2005 Impreza Owner's Manual page 480

Example:
P 205 / 55 R 16 89 V
Size designation
(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)
(6) (7)
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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.
DOT XX XX XXX XXXX
(1) (2)
(1) Manufacturer's Identification Mark
(4)
(3)
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