Tire Terminology and Definitions
Air Pressure:
The amount of air inside the tire
pressing outward on each square inch of the
tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:
This means the combined
weight of optional accessories. Some examples
of optional accessories are, automatic
transmission/transaxle, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, and
air conditioning.
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 inch (psi) or
kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat
from driving. See
Inflation - Tire Pressure on
page 388
.
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 (DOT)
motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN),
an alphanumeric designator which can also identify
the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand,
and date of production.
GVWR:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 296
.
GAWR FRT:
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 296
.
GAWR RR:
Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. See
Loading Your Vehicle on page 296
.
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