Tire Labeling - Honda 2008 Civic Hybrid Owner's Manual

Tire Labeling

Tire Size
Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. The following is an
example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component
means.
P195/65R15 89S
P Vehicle type (P indicates
passenger vehicle).
Tire width in millimeters.
195
65 Aspect ratio (the tire's section
height as a percentage of its
width).
R Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
15 Rim diameter in inches.
272
89 Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry).
S Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating).
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The tire identification number (TIN)
is a group of numbers and letters
that look like the following example.
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.
Year
Week
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.