[ Edit: 2016/ 6/ 21 Model: 2017MY INFINITI Q50(V37) OM17E00V37U0 ]
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gives the tire’s ratio of height to
width.
4.
R: The “R” stands for radial.
F: The “F” after “R” indicates Self-
Supporting type run-flat tire.
5.
Two-digit number (16): This num-
ber is the wheel or rim diameter in
inches.
6.
Two- or three-digit number (94):
This number is the tire’s load
index. It is a measurement of
how much weight each tire can
support. You may not find this
information on all tires because it
is not required by law.
7.
H: Tire speed rating. You should
not drive the vehicle faster than
the tire speed rating.
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Example
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2
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX
XXX XXXX)
1.
DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart-
ment of Transportation”. The sym-
bol can be placed above, below or
to the left or right of the Tire
Identification Number.
2.
Two-digit code: Manufacturer’s
identification mark
3.
Two-digit code: Tire size
4.
Three-digit code: Tire type code
(Optional)
5.
Four numbers represent the week
and year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 3103
means the 31st week of 2003. If
these numbers are missing, then
look on the other sidewall of the
tire.
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3
Tire ply composition and material
The number of layers or plies of
rubber-coated fabric in the tire.
Tire manufacturers also must indi-
cate the materials in the tire, which
include steel, nylon, polyester, and
others.
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4
Maximum permissible inflation
pressure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure.
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5
Maximum load rating
Condition:
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