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Tire terminology and defini-

tions

Air Pressure: The amount of air

inside the tire pressing outward on

the tire. Air pressure is expressed in

pounds per square kilopascal (kPa)

or inch (psi).

Accessory Weight: This means the

combined weight of optional acces-

sories. Some examples of optional

accessories are, automatic transmis-

sion, power seats, and air condition-

ing.

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a

tire's height to its width.

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords

that is located between the plies and

the tread. Cords may be made from

steel or other reinforcing materials.

Bead: The tire bead contains steel

wires wrapped by steel cords that

hold the tire onto the rim.

Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in

which the plies are laid at alternate

angles less than 90 degrees to the

centerline of the tread.

Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of

air pressure in a tire, measured in

pounds per square kilopascals (kPa)

or inch (psi) before a tire has built up

heat from driving.

Curb Weight: This means the weight

of a motor vehicle with standard and

optional equipment including the

maximum capacity of fuel, oil and

coolant, but without passengers and

cargo.

DOT Markings: A code molded into

the sidewall of a tire signifying that

the tire is in compliance with the U.S.

Department of Transportation motor

vehicle safety standards. The DOT

code includes the Tire Identification

Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-

ignator which can also identify the

tire manufacturer, production plant,

brand and date of production.

GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight

Rating for the front Axle.

GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight

Rating for the rear axle.

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