Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
The following tire grading categories were established by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.
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Call by Saying a Name
• Press the button to begin.
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say “Call”.
• The system will prompt you to say the name of the person you want to call.
• After the ...
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
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must be distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
Each axle’s GAWR is determined ...
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires
to help you in determining when your tires should be
replaced.
1 — Worn Tire
2 — New Tire
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