Mazda CX-5 Manual page 483

CX-5_8CT5-EA-12K_Edition1 Page483
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Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of
all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire
and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of
a recall.
qInformation on Passenger Vehicle Tires
Please refer to the sample below.
1. TIN: U.S. DOT tire identification number
2. Passenger car tire
3. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
4. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)
5. Radial
6. Run-flat tire
7. Rim diameter code
8. Load index & speed symbol
9. Severe snow conditions
10. Tire ply composition and materials used
Form No.8CT5-EA-12K
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
Tire Labeling
Black plate (483,1)
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