Lincoln Navigator (2022 year). Manual in english - page 26

WARNING: Keep batteries out of

reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately
with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention. If acid is
swallowed, call a physician immediately.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals

and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash your hands after
handling.

WARNING: This vehicle may have

more than one battery. Removing the
battery cables from only one battery does
not disconnect your vehicle electrical
system. Make sure you disconnect the
battery cables from all batteries when
disconnecting power. Failure to do so may
cause serious personal injury or property
damage.

WARNING: For vehicles with

Auto-Start-Stop the battery requirement is
different. You must replace the battery with
one of exactly the same specification.

The battery is in the engine compartment. 
See Under Hood Overview (page 415).

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free battery. 
It does not require additional water during
service.

If the vehicle battery has a cover and vent
hose, make sure you correctly install it after
cleaning or replacing the battery.

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry and the
battery cables tightly fastened to the battery
terminals. If any corrosion is present on the
battery or terminals, remove the cables from
the terminals and clean with a wire brush. 
You can neutralize the acid with a solution
of baking soda and water.

We recommend that you disconnect the
negative battery cable terminal from the
battery if you plan to store your vehicle for
an extended period.

Note: If you only disconnect the negative
battery cable terminal, make sure it is
isolated or placed away from the battery
terminal to avoid unintended connection or
arcing.

If you replace the battery make sure it
matches the electrical requirements of your
vehicle.

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If you disconnect or replace the battery and
your vehicle has an automatic transmission,
it must relearn its adaptive strategy. Because
of this, the transmission may shift firmly when
first driven. This is normal operation while
the transmission fully updates its operation
to optimum shift feel.

Battery Sensor Reset

When you install a new battery, reset the
battery sensor by doing the following:

1. Switch the ignition on, and leave the

engine off.

Note: Complete Steps 2 and 3 within 10
seconds.

2. Flash the high beam headlamps five

times, ending with the high beams off.

3. Press and release the brake pedal three

times.

The battery warning lamp flashes three times
to confirm that the reset is successful.

Battery Management System

 (If Equipped)

The system monitors battery conditions and
takes actions to extend battery life. If
excessive battery drain is detected, the
system temporarily disables some electrical
systems to protect the battery.

Systems included are:
•

Heated rear window.

•

Heated seats.

•

Climate control.

•

Heated steering wheel.

•

Audio unit.

•

Navigation system.

A message may appear in the information
display to alert you that battery protection
actions are active. This message is only for
notification that an action is taking place, and
not intended to indicate an electrical problem
or that the battery requires replacement.

After battery replacement, or in some cases
after charging the battery with an external
charger, the battery management system
requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time to
relearn the battery state of charge. During
this time, your vehicle must remain fully
locked with the ignition switched off.

Note: Prior to relearning the battery state of
charge, the battery management system
may temporarily disable some electrical
systems.

Electrical Accessory Installation

To make sure the battery management
system works correctly, do not connect an
electrical device ground connection directly
to the battery negative post. This can cause
inaccurate measurements of the battery
condition and potential incorrect system
operation.

Note: If you add electrical accessories or
components to the vehicle, it may adversely
affect battery performance and durability.
This may also affect the performance of
other electrical systems in the vehicle.

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Remove and Reinstall the Battery

Install a battery approved for use by our
specifications.  See Capacities and
Specifications (page 469).

To disconnect or remove the battery, do the
following:

1. Apply the parking brake and switch the

ignition off.

2. Switch all electrical equipment off, for

example lights and radio.

3. Wait a minimum of two minutes before

disconnecting the battery.

Note: The engine management system has
a power hold function and remains powered
for a period of time after you switch the
ignition off. This is to allow the system to
store diagnostic and adaptive tables.
Disconnecting the battery without waiting
can cause damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty.

4. Disconnect the negative battery cable

terminal.

5. Disconnect the positive battery cable

terminal.

6. Remove the battery securing clamp.

7. Remove the battery.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Note: Before reconnecting the battery, make
sure the ignition remains switched off.

Note: Make sure to fully tighten the battery
cables.

If you disconnect or replace the vehicle
battery, you must reset the following
features:
•

Window bounce-back.  See Opening and
Closing the Windows (page 133).

•

Clock Settings.

•

Pre-set radio stations.

Battery Disposal

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Make sure that you dispose of old
batteries in an environmentally
friendly way.  Seek advice from

your local authority about recycling old
batteries.

ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS

Vertical Aim Adjustment

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly
aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle
has been in an accident, contact an
authorized dealer to check and realign your
headlamps.

Headlamp Aiming Target

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8 feet (2.4 m).

A

Center height of lamp to ground.

B

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25 feet (7.6 m).

C

Horizontal reference line.

D

1. Park your vehicle directly in front of a wall

or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away.

2. Measure the height from the center of

your headlamp, indicated by a 3
millimeter circle on the lens, to the
ground and mark an 8 ft (2.4 m)
horizontal reference line on the vertical
wall or screen at this height, a piece of
masking tape works well.

3. Switch on the low beam headlamps to

illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood. Cover one of the headlamps
so no light hits the wall.

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4. On the wall or screen, observe a light

pattern with a distinct horizontal edge
toward the right. If this edge is not at the
horizontal reference line, adjust the beam
so the edge is at the same height as the
horizontal reference line.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each

headlamp. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver
to turn the adjuster either
counterclockwise or clockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.

6. Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust the

other headlamp.

7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

Horizontal Aim Adjustment

Horizontal aim is not required for this vehicle
and is not adjustable.

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EXTERIOR BULBS

EXTERIOR BULB SPECIFICATION
CHART

Your vehicle has LED lamps. These are not
serviceable items. See an authorized dealer
if they fail.

INTERIOR BULBS

INTERIOR BULB SPECIFICATION
CHART

Your vehicle has LED lamps. These are not
serviceable items. See an authorized dealer
if they fail.

DRIVE BELT ROUTING

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Note: The long drive belt is on the inner
groove closest to the engine. The short drive
belt is on the outer groove farthest from the
engine.

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CLEANING PRODUCTS

Materials

For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:

For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover, ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M5B194-B

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner, ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P4-A

Motorcraft® Detail Wash, ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P3-A

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, ZC-20 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo, CXC-66-A (Canada)

Motorcraft® Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner, ZC-56 (U.S. & Canada)

Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner, CXC-101 (Canada)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant, ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid, CXC-37-F/M (Canada)

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner, ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner, CXC-100 (Canada)

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Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover, ZC-14 (U.S.)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, ZC-23 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner, ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
PRECAUTIONS

Immediately remove fuel spillages, additive
residuals, bird droppings, insect deposits
and road tar. These may cause damage to
your vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.

Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a car
wash.

CLEANING HEADLAMPS AND REAR
LAMPS

We recommend that you only use cold or
lukewarm water containing car shampoo to
clean the headlamps and the rear lamps.

Do not scrape the lamps.

Do not wipe lamps when they are dry.

CLEANING WINDOWS AND WIPER
BLADES

To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
•

Clean the windshield with a non-abrasive
glass cleaner.

Note: When cleaning the interior of the
windshield, avoid getting any glass cleaner
on the instrument panel or door panels. Wipe
any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately.

•

Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.

Note:  Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals from
the inside of the heated rear window.  This
can cause damage not covered by the
vehicle Warranty.

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CLEANING CHROME, ALUMINIUM OR
STAINLESS STEEL

We recommend that you only use a car
shampoo, a soft cloth and water on bumpers
and other chrome, aluminium or stainless
steel parts.

Note: For additional information and
assistance, we recommend that you contact
an authorized dealer.

Note: Rinse the area well after cleaning.

Note: Do not use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads, as they
can scratch these surfaces.

Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.

CLEANING WHEELS

Only use a recommended wheel and tire
cleaner to clean the wheels weekly. For
additional information and assistance, we
recommend that you contact an authorized
dealer.

1. Use a sponge to remove heavy deposits

of dirt and brake dust.

2. Rinse well after cleaning.

Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to
warm or hot wheel rims and covers.

If you intend on parking your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels
with a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for
a few minutes before parking your vehicle.
This reduces the risk of corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.

Do not clean the wheels when they are hot.

Note:  Some car washes could damage
wheel rims and covers.

Note:  Using non-recommended cleaners,
harsh cleaning products, chrome wheel
cleaners or abrasive materials could
damage wheel rims and covers.

CLEANING THE ENGINE
COMPARTMENT

Use a vacuum cleaner to remove debris from
the screen area below windshield.

Note: If you are not familiar with the parts
around the engine do not wash the engine
compartment. Avoid frequent engine
washes.

When washing the engine compartment:
•

Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running.

•

Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well.

•

Cover the battery, power distribution box,
and air filter assembly to prevent water
damage.

Note: If your vehicle has an engine cover
remove the cover before application of
shampoo and degreaser.

•

Spray an approved engine shampoo and
degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and rinse with water.

CLEANING STRIPES OR GRAPHICS

It is recommended to wash your vehicle by
hand however, pressure washing may be
used under the following conditions:

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•

Use a spray with a 40° wide spray angle
pattern.

•

Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm)
distance and 90° angle to your vehicle's
surface.

•

Do not use water pressure higher than
2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).

•

Do not use water hotter than 179°F (82°C).

Note: Holding the pressure washer nozzle
at an angle to the vehicle's surface may
damage graphics and cause the edges to
peel away from the vehicle's surface.

CLEANING CAMERA LENSES AND
SENSORS

We recommend that you only use lukewarm
or cold water and a soft cloth to clean the
camera lens and sensors.

Note: Do not pressure wash camera lens
and sensors.

CLEANING THE UNDERBODY

Flush the complete underside of your vehicle
frequently. Keep body and door drain holes
free from packed dirt.

Rear suspension components may require
regular cleaning with a power washer or a
thorough rinse with a strong stream of water
if the vehicle is operated in dusty or muddy
environments. Rear leaf springs or other
suspension components may emit squeaking
or popping noises while operating the
vehicle if particles, such as dirt, rocks, or
other debris, are present in the components.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

WARNING: Do not use chemical

solvents or strong detergents when
cleaning the steering wheel or instrument
panel to avoid contamination of the airbag
system.

We recommend that you only clean the
instrument panel and cluster lens with a
damp soft cloth. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.

For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

Note: Avoid cleaners or polishes that
increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this
area helps protect you from undesirable
windshield reflection.

CLEANING PLASTIC

We recommend that you only use a mild
soap and water solution on a soft cloth. Dry
the area with a clean, soft cloth.

CLEANING DISPLAYS AND SCREENS

We recommend that you only use a
microfiber cloth in a circular motion to clean
off the fingerprint or dust.

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If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,
apply a small amount of alcohol to the cloth
and try to clean it again.

Note: Do not pour or spray alcohol onto the
touchscreen.

Note:  Do not use detergent or any type of
solvent to clean the touchscreen.

CLEANING LEATHER AND VINYL

We recommend that you only clean the
leather and vinyl surfaces in the following
way:

1. Remove dust and loose dirt with a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth

and a mild soap and water solution.  Dry
the area with a clean, soft cloth.

3. Make sure the leather is dry, then apply

a small amount of conditioner to a clean,
dry cloth.

4. Rub the conditioner into the leather until

it disappears. Allow the conditioner to
dry, then repeat the process for the entire
interior. If a film appears, wipe it off with
a dry, clean cloth.

5. For additional information and assistance,

we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

CLEANING FABRIC SEATS AND
HEADLINERS

WARNING: On vehicles equipped

with seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong detergents.
Such products could contaminate the side
airbag system and affect performance of
the side airbag in a crash.

We recommend that you only clean the fabric
seats and headliners in the following way:

1. Remove dust and loose dirt with a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth

and a mild soap and water solution.  Dry
the area with a clean, soft cloth.

3. For additional information and assistance,

we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

For heavy stains, spot clean the area. If a ring
forms on the fabric, clean the entire area
immediately, but do not oversaturate or the
ring could set.

CLEANING CARPETS AND FLOOR
MATS

We recommend that you only clean your
carpets in the following way:

1. Remove dust and loose dirt with a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth

and a mild soap and water solution.  Dry
the area with a clean, soft cloth.

3. For additional information and assistance,

we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

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For heavy stains, spot clean the area. If a ring
forms on the fabric, clean the entire area
immediately, but do not oversaturate or the
ring could set.

We recommend that you only clean your
floor mats in the following way:

1. Remove dust and loose dirt with a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Wash rubber floor mats using mild soap

and lukewarm or cold water.

3. Completely dry the floor mat before

placing them back in your vehicle.

CLEANING SEATBELTS

WARNING: Do not use cleaning

solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle's
seatbelts, as these actions may weaken
the belt webbing.

1. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth

and a mild soap and water solution.  Dry
the area with a clean, soft cloth.

CLEANING MOONROOF TRACKS

1. Remove debris from the tracks with a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe the bulb seal and mating painted

roof metal surface with a soft, damp cloth
and a mild soap and water solution.

Note: The moonroof rail tracks are greased
to maintain proper functionality. Do not wipe
off the grease.

REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE

Authorized dealers have touch-up paint to
match your vehicle’s color.  Your vehicle
color code is printed on a sticker on the front,
left-hand side door jamb.  Take your color
code to your authorized dealer to make sure
you get the correct color.

Before repairing minor paint damage, use a
cleaner to remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout.

Read the instructions before using cleaning
products.

WAXING YOUR VEHICLE

Wax the high-gloss painted surface of your
prewashed vehicle once or twice a year.

We recommend that you only use an
approved quality wax that does not contain
abrasives. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions to apply and remove the wax.
For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

When washing and waxing, park your vehicle
in a shaded area out of direct sunlight.

Note: Avoid waxing unpainted or low-gloss
black colored parts, they discolor over time.

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PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE FOR
STORAGE

If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, the following maintenance
recommendations ensures your vehicle stays
in good operating condition.

Under various conditions, long-term storage
may lead to degraded engine performance
or failure unless you use specific precautions
to preserve your vehicle.

General

•

Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.

•

If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and weather damage.

•

Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
pins under your vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.

•

Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every
15 days to lubricate working parts and
prevent corrosion.

•

Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.

Engine

•

Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil contains
contaminants which may cause engine
damage.

•

Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes.  Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.

•

With your foot on the brake, shift through
all the gears while the engine is running.

Body

•

Wash your vehicle thoroughly to remove
dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior
surfaces, rear-wheel housings and the
underside of front fenders.

•

Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.

•

Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.

•

Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration.  Re-wax as necessary when
you wash your vehicle.

•

Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with a
light grade oil.

•

Cover interior trim to prevent fading.

•

Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.

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Hybrid Battery Systems

We recommend the following actions for your
vehicle:
•

When storing your vehicle for greater
than 30 days the state of charge should
be approximately 50%. Additionally we
recommend disconnecting the 12V
battery which will reduce system loads
on the HV battery.

12 Volt Battery

•

Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.

Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if you disconnect the battery cables.

Brakes

Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.

Note: If you intend on parking your vehicle
for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so to
reduce the risk of increased corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.

Tires

•

Maintain recommended air pressure.

Note: If you intend on parking your vehicle
for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.
This reduces the risk of corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.

REMOVING YOUR VEHICLE FROM
STORAGE

When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
•

We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.

•

Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or
grease film build-up on window surfaces.

•

Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.

•

Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage such as mice or squirrel nests.

•

Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected during
storage.

•

Check tire pressures and set tire inflation
per the Tire Label.

•

Check brake pedal operation. Drive your
vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and forth to
remove rust build-up.

•

Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil
and gas) to make sure there are no leaks,
and fluids are at recommended levels.

•

If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.

Contact an authorized dealer if you have any
concerns or issues.

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LOCATING THE TIRE LABEL

You will find a Tire Label containing tire
inflation pressure by tire size and other
important information located on the
B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door.
See Locating the Safety Compliance
Certification Labels (page 336).

DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE
QUALITY GRADES

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Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires. The
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example: Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A.

These Tire Quality Grades are
determined by standards that the United
States Department of Transportation has
set.

Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires. They do
not apply to deep tread, winter-type
snow tires, space-saver or temporary
use spare tires, light truck or LT type
tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of
10 to 12 inches or limited production tires
as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).

U.S. Department of Transportation Tire
quality grades:  The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires us to give you
the following information about tire
grades exactly as the government has
written it.

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear 1½ times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.

Traction AA A B C

WARNING: The traction grade

assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning or peak
traction characteristics.

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The traction grades, from highest to
lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.

Temperature A B C

WARNING: The temperature

grade for this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.

The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C, representing the tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause

the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance which all
passenger car tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 139. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.

INFORMATION ON THE TIRE
SIDEWALL

Both United States and Canada Federal
regulations require 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 U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number for safety standard certification
and in case of a recall.

Information on P Type Tires

H

I

J

K

L

M

A

B

C D

E

F

G

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P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire
size, load index and speed rating. The
definitions of these items are listed
below. (Note that the tire size, load index
and speed rating for your vehicle may
be different from this example.)

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A. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the
Tire and Rim Association, that may be
used for service on cars, sport utility
vehicles, minivans and light trucks. Note:
If your tire size does not begin with a
letter this may mean it is designated by
either the European Tire and Rim
Technical Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.

B. 215: Indicates the nominal width of
the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge
to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.

C. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which
gives the tire's ratio of height to width.

D. R: Indicates a radial type tire.

E. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change your
wheel size, you will have to purchase
new tires to match the new wheel
diameter.

F. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It
is an index that relates to how much
weight a tire can carry. You may find this
information in your owner’s manual. If
not, contact a local tire dealer.

Note: You may not find this information
on all tires because it is not required by
federal law.

G. H: Indicates the tire's speed rating.
The speed rating denotes the speed at
which a tire is designed to be driven for
extended periods of time under a
standard condition of load and inflation
pressure. The tires on your vehicle may
operate at different conditions for load
and inflation pressure. These speed
ratings may need to be adjusted for the
difference in conditions. The ratings
range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to

186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are
listed in the following chart.

Note: You may not find this information
on all tires because it is not required by
federal law.

Speed rating

Letter rating

81 mph (130 km/h)

M

87 mph (140 km/h)

N

99 mph (159 km/h)

Q

106 mph (171 km/h)

R

112 mph (180 km/h)

S

118 mph (190 km/h)

T

124 mph (200 km/h)

U

130 mph (210 km/h)

H

149 mph (240 km/h)

V

439

Wheel and Tire Information