Mazda 2012 CX-9, Owner'S Manual

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Tire Labeling
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of
all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire
and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of
a recall.
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Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires
Please refer to the diagram below.
1. TIN: U.S. DOT tire identification number
2. Passenger car tire
3. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
4. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)
5. Radial
6. Rim diameter code
7. Load index & speed symbol
8. Severe snow conditions
9. Tire ply composition and materials used
10. Max. load rating
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (except Canada)
CX-9_8AU3-EC-09G_Edition1 Page546
Monday, July 13 2009 7:14 PM
Form No.8AU3-EC-09G