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Minor Repairs
A
- Nominal width in mm
B
- Cross-section ratio in %
C
- Belt type code letter for radial
D
- Rim diameter in inches
E
- Load rating code number
F
- Speed code letter
Inscription on radial tyre
Speed code letters
The speed code letter
F
indicates the maximum
permissible speed for the tyre.
This code letter is shown on the tyre sidewall.
T
= up to 190 km/h (118 mph)
H
= up to 210 km/h (131 mph)
V
= up to 240 km/h (149 mph)
W
= up to 270 km/h (167 mph)
Y
= up to 300 km/h (186 mph)
Tip on driving
f
Tyres with a maximum speed rating that is
lower than the specified maximum vehicle
speed may be mounted only if they bear an
M+S identification on the tyre sidewall.
Please note that in addition to winter tyres, all-
season and all-terrain tyres are also subject to
speed limits and bear this identification.
Inscription on light alloy wheels
The rim width in inches
G
and the rim offset
L
are
visible from the outside. This information can be
found near the tyre valve.
G
-
Rim width in inches
H
- Rim-flange contour code letter
I
- Symbol for drop-centre rim
J
- Rim diameter in inches
K
- Double hump
L
- Rim offset in mm