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Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in
place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been
removed.
Lift the hood, grasp the padded
area on the support rod, and
secure the support rod in the
clip. Verify that the support rod
is secured in the clip before
closing the hood.
Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 7.9 in. (200 mm) above
its closed position and then let it drop.
Closing the Hood
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Clip
ClipClip
2
WARNING
■ Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked
A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly
open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver’s vision which could
result in a serious accident.
NOTICE
When closing the hood, do not push it excessively such as by applying your
weight. Otherwise, the hood could be deformed.
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Maintenance and Care
Tires
Inspect all tire pressures monthly (including the spare) when the tires
are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, han-
dling, and minimum tire wear.
Refer to the spec ification charts
(→P. 5 5 8).
With tire pressure monitoring system:
After adjusting the tire pressure, init ialization of the tire pressure mon-
itoring system is necessary to make the system operate normally.
Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System Initialization on P. 221.
For reasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel econ-
omy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribu-
tion.
WARNING
■Using Different Tire Types
Driving your vehicle with different ty pes of tires is dangerous. It could
cause poor handling and poor braking; leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the temporary spare tire, use only the same
type tires (radial, bias-belted, bias-type) on all four wheels.
■Using Wrong-Sized Tires
Using any other tire size than what is specified for the vehicle (→P. 558)
is dangerous. It could seriously affect ride, handling, ground clearance,
tire clearance, and speedometer ca libration. This could cause you to
have an accident. Use only tires that are the correct size specified for
the vehicle.
Tire Inflation Pressure
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P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating.
Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and
load index rating. Note that the tire size and load index rating may be
different from the example.
● P
Indicates a tire that may be inst alled on cars, SUVs, minivans and
light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).
If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is desig-
nated by either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim Technical Organiza-
tion) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association).
● 215
“215” is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters. This three-digit
number gives the width in millimeter s of the tire from sidewall edge
to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the
tire.
● 65
“65” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire’s
ratio of height to width.
● R
“R” is the tire construc tion symbol. R indicates “Radial ply construc-
tion”.
● 15
“15” is the wheel rim diameter in inches.
● 95
“95” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how
much weight each tire can support.
● H
“H” is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum
speed for which the use of the tire is rated.
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*: For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufac-
turers sometimes use the letters ZR. For tires with a maximum speed
capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR.
■M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow
AT: All Terrain.
AS: All Season. The “M+S” or “M/S” indicates that the tire has some
functional use in mud and snow.
■U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
This begins with the letters “DOT” which indicates the tire meets all
federal standards. The next two nu mbers or letters are the plant
code where it was manufactured, and the last four numbers repre-
sent the week and year the tire was manufactured. For example,
the numbers 457 means the 45st week of 1997. After 2000 the
numbers go to four digits. For example, the number 2102 means
the 21th week of 2002. The ot her numbers are marketing codes
used at the manufacturer’s discre tion. This information is used to
contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall.
■Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used
The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber-
coated fabric in the tire.
In general, the greater the number of plies, the more weight a tire
can support. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the tire materi-
als, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and other.
Letter RatingSpeed Rating
Q99 mph
R106 mph
S112 mph
T118 mph
U124 mph
H130 mph
V149 mph
W168* mph
Y186* mph
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●90
“90” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how
much weight each tire can support.
● M
“M” is the speed rating. The sp eed rating denotes the maximum
speed for which the use of the tire is rated.
Letter RatingSpeed Rating
M81 mph
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●Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended
inflation pressure, and the maximu m weight the vehicle can carry.
● Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each
tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing
plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
● Inflation Pressure: A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
● kPa: Kilopascal, the metric unit for air pressure.
● psi: Pounds per square inch, the English unit for air pressure.
● B-pillar: The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the
front door.
● Original Equipment (OE): De scribes components originally
equipped on the vehicle.
● Vehicle Load Limit: The maximum value of the combination weight
of occupants and cargo.
● Bead Area of the Tire: Area of the tire next to the rim.
● Sidewall Area of the Tire: Area between the bead area and the
tread.
● Tread Area of the Tire: Area on the perimeter of the tire that con-
tacts the road when it’s mounted on the vehicle.
● Seating capacity means the total a llowable number of vehicle occu-
pants. Seating capacity is described on the tire label.
● Production options weight is the combination weight of installed
regular production options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of
the standard items which they replace, and not previously consid-
ered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
● Rim is the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assem-
bly upon which the tire beads are seated.
Glossary of Terms
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Vehicle Loading
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to
keep your loaded vehicle weight with in its design rating capability.
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle
design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for determining your vehicle’s weight ratings,
from the vehicle’s Safety Certific ation Label and Tire and Load Infor-
mation Label:
Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of
fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers,
cargo, or optional equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you
picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
Payload is the combination weight of cargo and passengers that the
vehicle is designed to carry. The maximum payload for your vehicle
can be found on the Tire and Load Information label on the driver’s
door frame or door pillar. Look for “THE COMBINATION WEIGHT OF
OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg or
XXX lb.” for your maximum payload. The payload listed on the tire
label is the maximum payload for t he vehicle as built by the assembly
plant. If any aftermarket or de aler installed equipment has been
installed on the vehicle, the weig ht of the equipment must be sub-
tracted from the payload listed on the tire label in order to be accurate.
PAY L O A D
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SAMPLE
Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,
including cargo and optional equipment.
The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle
occupants. The cargo weight limit ca n be calculated by subtracting the
total weight of the vehicle occupants from the “combination weight of
occupants and cargo should never ex ceed” value on the tire label.
CARGO