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Tire related term Meaning
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight
the sum of —
(a) curb weight;
(b) accessory weight;
(c) vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) production options weight
Normal occupant weight
68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of
Table 1 that follows.
Occupant distribution
distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that
follows.
Production options weight
the combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over
2.3 kg (5 lb.) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride
levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim
Recommended inflation
pressure
cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Rim
a metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated