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If you choose to use winter tires:
Use tires of the same brand and tread type on
all four wheel positions.
Use only radial ply tires of the same size, load
range, and speed rating as the original
equipment tires.
Winter tires with the same speed rating as your
original equipment tires may not be available for H,
V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated tires. If you choose
winter tires with a lower speed rating, never
exceed the tire’s maximum speed capability.
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Useful information about a tire is molded into its
sidewall. The examples below show a typical
passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire
sidewall.
(A) Tire Size:The tire size is a combination of
letters and numbers used to dene a particular
tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type,
and service description. See the “Tire Size”
illustration later in this section for more detail.
(B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specication):Original equipment tires designed
to GM’s specic tire performance criteria have
a TPC specication code molded onto the sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
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The compact spare tire is for emergency use
when a regular road tire has lost air and gone at.
If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, see
Compact Spare Tire on page 434andIf a Tire
Goes Flat on page 417.
(B) Tire Ply Material:The type of cord and
number of plies in the sidewall and under the
tread.
(C) Tire Identication Number (TIN):The letters
and numbers following the DOT (Department of
Transportation) code is the Tire Identication
Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer
and plant code, tire size, and date the tire
was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both
sides of the tire, although only one side may have
the date of manufacture.
(D) Maximum Cold Ination Load Limit:
Maximum load that can be carried and the
maximum pressure needed to support that load.(E) Tire Ination:The temporary use tire or
compact spare tire should be inated to 60 psi
(420 kPa). For more information on tire pressure
and ination seeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 406.
(F) Tire Size:A combination of letters and
numbers dene a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio,
construction type, and service description. The
letter T as the rst character in the tire size means
the tire is for temporary use only.
(G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
Specication):Original equipment tires designed
to GM’s specic tire performance criteria have
a TPC specication code molded onto the sidewall.
GM’s TPC specications meet or exceed all
federal safety guidelines.
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Tire Size
The following illustration shows an example of a
typical passenger vehicle tire size.
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:The United
States version of a metric tire sizing system.
The letter P as the rst character in the tire size
means a passenger vehicle tire engineered
to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim
Association.
(B) Tire Width:The three-digit number indicates
the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall
to sidewall.(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that
indicates the tire height-to-width measurements.
For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60,
as shown in item C of the illustration, it would
mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high
as it is wide.
(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
The letter R means radial ply construction;
the letter D means diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B means belted-bias
ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel in
inches.
(F) Service Description:These characters
represent the load range and speed rating of the
tire. The load index represents the load carry
capacity a tire is certied to carry. The load index
can range from 1 to 279. The speed rating is
the maximum speed a tire is certied to carry a
load. Speed ratings range from A to Z.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
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,
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. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 406.
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 Identication 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 324.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 324.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
rear axle. SeeLoading Your Vehicle on page 324.
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{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels,
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle
can be dangerous. It could affect the
braking and handling of your vehicle,
make your tires lose air and make you
lose control. You could have a collision in
which you or others could be injured.
Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts,
and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake cooling,
speedometer or odometer calibration,
headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground
clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance
to the body and chassis.
SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 418for more
information.
Used Replacement Wheels
{CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You cannot know how it has
been used or how far it has been driven.
It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.
If you have to replace a wheel, use a new
GM original equipment wheel.
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Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar®and Compass............................. 139
Rearview Mirror with OnStar®...................... 138
Rearview Mirrors......................................... 138
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 468
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 330
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 96
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 97
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.......................................... 422
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 419
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 394
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 491
General Motors........................................ 492
United States Government....................... 491
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 90
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 91
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 119
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 34Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 481
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 323
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 470
Running the Engine While Parked............... 137
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 202
Pretensioners............................................. 41
Reminder Light........................................ 201
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 439
Driver Position........................................... 26
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 25
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 24
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 37
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 34
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 34
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 41
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 34
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 33
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Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 460
Seatback, Folding Passenger........................ 14
Seats
Head Restraints......................................... 13
Heated Seats............................................. 10
Manual........................................................ 8
Manual Lumbar............................................ 9
Passenger Folding Seatback...................... 14
Power Lift Seat.......................................... 16
Power Seat................................................. 9
Rear Seat Operation.................................. 17
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 10
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 65
Right Front Seat Position........................... 67
Security Light.............................................. 216
Service........................................................ 344
Accessories and Modications.................. 344
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle......................................... 346
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 345
Doing Your Own Work............................. 345
Engine Soon Light................................... 212
Publications Ordering Information............. 492Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 88
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 442
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 132
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 134
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 33
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 172
Spare Tire
Compact.................................................. 434
Installing.................................................. 422
Removing................................................ 419
Storing...................................428, 430, 432
Specications, Capacities............................ 454
Speedometer............................................... 200
Starting Your Engine................................... 120
Steering...................................................... 299
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio..........282, 283
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area................... 160
Convenience Net..................................... 163
Cupholder(s)............................................ 160
Glove Box................................................ 160
Map Pocket............................................. 161
Rear Compartment Storage
Panel/Cover.......................................... 161
Table....................................................... 163
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