2005 SUBARU OUTBACK tire size

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Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsFor U.S.A.
The following information has been compiled accord-
ing to Code of Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part
575”.
Tire information !
Tire labeling
Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification
Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a
tire by tire manufacturers. These marking can
provide you with useful information on the tire. ! Tire size
Your vehicle comes equipped with P-Metric tire
size. It is important to understand the sizing sys-
tem in selecting the proper tire for your vehicles.
Here is a brief review of the tire sizing system
with a breakdown of its individual elements. " P Metric
With the P-Metric system, Section Width is mea-
sured in millimeters. To convert millimeters into
inches, divide by 25.4. The Aspect Ratio (Sec-
tion Height divided by Section Width) helps pro- vide more dimensional information about the tire
size. Example:
(1) P = Certain tire type used on light duty vehi-
cles such as passenger cars
(2) Section Width in millimeters
(3) Aspect Ratio (= section height
÷ section
width).
(4) R = Radial Construction
(5) Rim diameter in inches
(6) ZR = Speed category above 149 mph (240
km/h) " Load and Speed Rating Descriptions
The load and speed rating descriptions will ap-
pear following the size designation.
They provide two important facts about the tire.P 225 / 60 R 16
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
215 / 45 ZR 17
(2) (3) (6) (5)

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First, the number designation is its load index.
Second, the letter designation indicates the tire’s
speed rating.
Example:
(7) Load Index: A numerical code which speci-
fies the maximum load a tire can carry at the
speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maxi-
mum inflation pressure.
For example, “97” means 1,609 lbs (730 kg), “90”
means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “89” means 1,278 lbs (580 kg)
Load indices apply only to the tire, not to
the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any
vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be
loaded up to the tire’s rated load.
(8) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system de- scribing a tire’s capability to travel at established
and predetermined speeds.
For example, “H” means 130 mph (210 km/h)
"
Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not
to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on
any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can
be operated at the tire’s rated speed. " The speed rating is void if the tires are
worn out, damaged, repaired, retreaded, or
otherwise altered from their original condi-
tion. If tires are repaired, retreaded, or oth-
erwise altered, they may not be suitable for
original equipment tire designed loads and
speeds.
! Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire Identification Number (TIN) is marked on the
intended outboard sidewall. The TIN is com-
posed of four groups. Here is a brief review of the
TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements.
P 225 / 60 R 16 97 H Size designation (6) (7)

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(1) Manufacturer’s Identification Mark
(2) Tire Size
(3) Tire Type Code
(4) Date of Manufacture
The first two figures identify the week, starting
with “01” to represent the first full week of the cal-
endar year; the second two figures represent the
year. For example, 0101 means the 1st week of
2001. !
Other markings
The following makings are also placed on the
sidewall. " Maximum permissible inflation pressure
The maximum cold inflation pressure to which
this tire may be inflated. For example, “300 kpa
(44 PSI) MAX. PRESS” " Maximum load rating
The load rating at the maximum permissible
weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 730 kg (1609 LBS) @ 300 kpa (44 PSI)
MAX. PRESS.”Maximum load rating applies only to the
tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated
tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehi-
cle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated
load.
" Construction type
Applicable construction of this tire.
For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RA-
DIAL” " Construction
The generic name of each cord material used in
the plies (both sidewall and tread area) of this
tire.
For example, “PLIES: TREAD 2 STEEL + 2
POLYESTER + 1 NYLON SIDEWALL 2 POLY-
ESTER”
DOT XX XX XXX XXXX (1) (2) (3)(4)

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Recommended tire inflation pressure
! Recommended cold tire inflation pressure
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows,
Tire size P205/55R16 89H215/45ZR17 P225/60R16
97HP225/55R17
95V
Wheel size 16 x 6.5JJ 17 x 7JJ 16 x 6.5JJ 17 x 7JJ
Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2
) 35 psi (240 kPa,
2.4 kgf/cm 2
) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2
) 33 psi (230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm 2
) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear at trailer towing – 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2
)
Tempo-
rary spare tire Size T135/80R16 T135/70D17 T155/70D17
Pressure 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2
)

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!Vehicle placard
The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side
B-pillar. Example:
The vehicle placard shows original tire size, rec-
ommended cold tire inflation pressure on each
tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating
capacity and loading information. !
Adverse safety consequences of under-in-
flation
Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire
pressures can cause the tires to flex severely
and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in
temperature could cause tread separation, and
failure of the tire(s). Possible resulting loss of ve-
UB8201BAWG
TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATIONSEATING CAPACITY : TOTAL 5
ORIGINAL TIRE SIZE
SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
COLD TIRE
INFLATION PRESSRE
COLD TIRE
INFLATION PRESSRE
FRONT
REAR220kPa,32PSI 210kPa,30PSIP225/60R16
T155/70D17
420kPa, 60PSI
COMPACT SPARE TIRE
The combined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 408kg or 900lbs.
FRONT 2 : REAR 3
UBD200AA

GAS STATION REFERENCE
Fuel: !2.5-liter non-turbo models
Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
87 AKI or higher. ! 2.5-liter turbo models and 3.0-liter models
Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rat-
ing of 91 AKI or higher. For temporary purposes if
premium unleaded gasoline is not available, you
may use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 87 AKI or higher. For optimum engine per-
formance and driveability, it is required (for 2.5-liter
turbo models), and recommended (for 3.0-liter mod-
els) that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. ! Fuel octane rating
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly
referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Refer to
“Fuel” section in this manual.
Fuel capacity:
16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) Engine oil:
Use only API classification SL with the words “EN-
ERGY CONSERVING” and the New API certification
mark (starburst mark) displayed on the container. Engine oil capacity:
2.5-liter models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
3.0-liter models: 5.8 US qt (5.5 liters, 4.8 Imp qt)
Cold tire pressure: Tire size P205/55R16 89H 215/45ZR17 P225/60R16 97H P225/55R17 95V
Wheel size 16 x 6.5JJ 17 x 7JJ 16 x 6.5JJ 17 x 7JJ
Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2
) 35 psi
(240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm 2
) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm 2
) 33 psi
(230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 2
) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2
)
Rear at trail-
er towing – 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2
)
Temporary
spare tire Size T135/80D16 T135/70D17 T155/70D17
Pressure
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2
)