Tire Sizing ChartEXAMPLE:
Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT
P= Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or
....blank.... = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or
LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards, or
TorS= Temporary spare tire or
31 = Overall diameter in inches (in)
215, 235, 145 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%)
– Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or
10.5 = Section width in inches (in)
R = Construction code
–R means radial construction, or
– D means diagonal or bias construction
15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in)
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STARTING AND OPERATING 465
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or
rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose
control of the vehicle and have a collision.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. The recommended tongue weightis 10% to 15% of the vehicle’s GTW for a conventional
hitch. You must consider this as part of the load on your
vehicle.
Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control — Electronic
Refer to “Electronic Brake Control System/Trailer Sway
Control (TSC)” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
Trailer Sway Control — Mechanical
The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be
installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue
that typically provides adjustable friction associated with
the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer
swaying motions while traveling.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 511
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle.................109
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................111
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................633
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .108
Safety Information, Tire .....................463
Safety Tips ............................. .107
Seat Belt Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......55
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) ...........58
Energy Management Feature ................58
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................52
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................50
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............54
Pregnant Women ........................57
Seat Belt Extender .......................56
Seat Belt Pretensioner .....................57
Seat Belt Reminder .......................48
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .598
Seat Belt Reminder .........................48 Seat Belts
........................... .48, 109
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................55
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........55
Child Restraint ..........................78
Extender ..............................56
Front Seat ....................... .48, 50, 52
Inspection ........................... .109
Operating Instructions ....................52
Pregnant Women ........................57
Pretensioners ...........................57
Rear Seat ..............................50
Reminder ............................ .302
Untwisting Procedure .....................54
Seats ........................... .199, 200, 202
Adjustment ....................... .199, 200
Easy Entry ........................... .218
Heated .............................. .202
Height Adjustment ...................199, 205
Power .............................. .199
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