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The side of an asymmetrical tire,
that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle.
The metric
unit for air pressure.
tire used on light duty trucks and
some multipurpose passenger
vehicles.
An assigned
number ranging from 1 to 279
that corresponds to the load
carrying capacity of a tire.
The maximum air pressure to
which a cold tire can be inflated.
The maximum air pressure is
molded onto the sidewall.
load rating for a tire at the
maximum permissible inflation
pressure for that tire.
The sum of curb
weight, accessory weight,
vehicle capacity weight, and
production options weight.
number of occupants a vehicle
A
is designed to seat multiplied by
68 kg (150 lbs). See
Designated seating positions.
side of an asymmetrical tire that
has a particular side that faces
outward when mounted on a
vehicle. The side of the tire that
contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering, or bears
manufacturer, brand, and/or
The
model name molding that is
higher or deeper than the same
moldings on the other sidewall
of the tire.
tire used on passenger cars and
some light duty trucks and
multipurpose vehicles.
The
manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure as shown
on the tire placard. See
.
.
The
tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at
90 degrees to the centerline of
the tread.
A metal support for a tire
and upon which the tire beads
are seated.
between the tread and the bead.
A
Vehicle
and
A pneumatic
The portion of a tire
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