height MAZDA MODEL MPV 2006 (in English) User Guide

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Tire Labeling
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of
all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire
and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of
a recall.
qInformation on Passenger Vehicle Tires
Please refer to the diagram below.
1. TIN: U.S. DOT tire identification number
2. Passenger car tire
3. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
4. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)
5. Radial
6. Rim diameter code
7. Load index & speed symbol
8. Severe snow conditions
9. Tire ply composition and materials used
10. Max. load rating
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11. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades
12. Max. permissible inflation pressure
13. SAFETY WARNING
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 installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated
by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).
NOTE
If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either
ETRTO (European Tire and Rim Technical Organization) 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 millimeters 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 construction symbol. R indicates“Radial ply construction”.
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.
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qInformation on Temporary Tires
Please refer to the diagram below.
1. Temporary tires
2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)
4. Diagonal
5. Rim diameter code
T115/70D 16 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.
T
Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated
by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).
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“115”is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters. This three-digit number gives the
width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.
70
“70”is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width.
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qDimensions
Item Model
Overall lengthWithout GFX Package 4,807 mm (189.3 in), 4,821 mm (189.8 in)*1
With GFX Package 4,813 mm (189.5 in), 4,833 mm (190.3 in)*1
Overall width 1,830 mm (72.1 in)
Overall height 1,745 mm (68.7 in), 1,755 mm (69.1 in)*2
Front tread 1,540 mm (60.6 in)
Rear tread 1,545 mm (60.8 in)*3, 1,550 mm (61.0 in)*4
Wheelbase 2,840 mm (111.8 in)
*1 With license plate holder
*2 17 inch wheel vehicle
*3 Rear drum brake
*4 Rear disc brake
qWeights
Item Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2,386 kg (5,260 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)Front 1,189 kg (2,621 lb)
Rear 1,218 kg (2,685 lb)
qAir Conditioner
Refrigerant complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating charge
HFC134a (R-134a)Front air-conditioner 0.6 kg (21.2 oz)
Front and rear air-conditioner 0.8 kg (28.2 oz)
Specifications
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