What kind of information is engraved in the tires of your  Probe?

What kind of information is engraved in the tires of your Probe?

On the sidewall of the tires, there is an engraving with information that can be very useful when you need to change tires. Besides the brand and the model of the tire, you can also read some numbers and letters that are going to tell you the following information:- Tire size
- Tire rim
- Speed rating (maximum it can withstand)
- Tire load index (maximum weight it can carry)
- Manufacturing date
- Rotation direction or wheel mounting position
- If you can use them in mud and/or snow
- If you can use them properly in winter

Size and capacity of the tires of your Probe

  • 215: tire width expressed in millimeters
  • 65: Aspect ratio. This number refers to the height of the tire’s flank, and it is expressed as percentages (%). In this example, this means the height of the tire’s flank equals 65% of the width (65% of 215 = 140 mm)
  • R: Internal mesh structure. In this case, “Radial”
  • 15: Diameter of the rim where the wheel is placed, expressed in inches
  • 95: Tire load index. According to the standardized chart, “95” indicates that it can withstand up to 690 kilograms
  • V: Speed index. According to the standardized chart, “V” indicates that it can withstand up to 240 km/h

Other indicators

  • Manufacturing date:

It is expressed in a four-digit number. The first two digits state the week of the year, while the other two digits state the year. It is not advisable to use tires that were manufactured more than five years before the moment of your purchase.

  • Rotation direction or wheel mounting position

The rotation direction is indicated by arrows that show said direction. This can be seen in asymmetric tires. It is important to follow these instructions because, otherwise, these tires will not have their correct adhering capabilities.

  • Wheel mounting position:

The wheel mounting position is the one indicated with the words “inside” or “outside,” depending on whether that side of the tire should face the inside or the outside, respectively.

  • Mud and/or snow:

It indicates that the tires can be used to drive in mud (M) and snow (S). Their patterns are deeper and more open than those of tires meant to be used in normal pavement. In this case, it also indicates that these tires can be used in winter thanks to the symbol found on the right side of these letters.

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