Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
▶ Type A
A
DOT symbol
*1
B
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
C
Tire manufacturer's identification mark
D
Tire size code
E
Manufacturer's optional tire type code (3 or
4 letters)
F
Manufacturing week
G
Manufacturing year
▶ Type B
A
DOT symbol
*1
B
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
C
Tire manufacturer's identification mark
D
Manufacturer's code
E
Manufacturing week
F
Manufacturing year
Tire size
■ Typical tire size information
The illustration indicates typical tire size.
A
Tire use
(P = Passenger car, T = Temporary use)
B
Section width (millimeters)
C
Aspect ratio (tire height to section width)
D
Tire construction code
(R = Radial, D = Diagonal)
E
Wheel diameter (inches)
F
Load index (2 digits or 3 digits)
G
Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter)
*1 :
The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards.
10-1. Specifications
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