Tyre Sidewall Labelling - Kia Carnival Manual

Maintenance

Tyre sidewall labelling

This information identifies and
describes the fundamental charac -
teristics of the tyre and also pro -
vides the tyre identification number
(TIN) for safety standard certifica -
tion.
ODEEV098031NR
The TIN can be used to identify the
tyre in case of a recall.
1. Manufacturer or brand name
Manufacturer or Brand name is
shown.
2. Tyre size designation
A tyre's sidewall is marked with a
tyre size designation. You will need
this information when selecting
replacement tyres for your vehicle.
The following explains what the let -
ters and numbers in the tyre size
designation mean.
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Example tyre size designation:
(These numbers are provided as an
example only; your tyre size desig -
nator could vary depending on your
vehicle.)
P235/55R19 108T
235 - Tyre width in millimetres.
55 - Aspect ratio. The tyre's section
height as a percentage of its width.
R - Tyre construction code (Radial).
19 - Rim diameter in inches.
108 - Load Index, a numerical code
associated with the maximum load
the tyre can carry.
T - Speed Rating Symbol. See the
speed rating chart in this section for
additional information.
Wheel size designation
Wheels are also marked with
important information that you
need if you ever have to replace one.
The following explains what the let -
ters and numbers in the wheel size
designation mean.
Example wheel size designation:
7.5JX19
7.5 - Rim width in inches.
J - Rim contour designation.
19 - Rim diameter in inches.
Tyres and wheels