Tire Labeling - Honda CR-V Owner's Manual

Tire Labeling

The tires that came on your vehicle
have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described
below.
Tire Size
Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Below is an example of
tire size with an explanation of what
each component means.
225/65R17 102T
225 Tire width in millimeters.
65 Aspect ratio (the tire's section
height as a percentage of its
width).
R Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
17 Rim diameter in inches.
326
102 Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry).
T Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating).
Tire Identification Number
The tire identification number (TIN)
is a group of numbers and letters
that look like the following example
TIN. TIN is located on the sidewall
of the tire.
DOT B97R FW6X 2202
DOT This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
B97R Manufacturer's
identification mark.
FW6X Tire type code.
2202 Date of manufacture.
Maximum Tire Pressure
Max Press The maximum air
pressure the tire can hold.
Maximum Tire Load
Max Load The maximum load the
tire can carry at maximum air
pressure.