Ford Mustang (2022 year). Manual in english

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS

WARNING:

Do not use chemical

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

Note:

Follow the same procedure as

cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces. See

Cleaning Leather Seats

(page 298).

Clean the instrument panel and cluster
lens with a clean, damp and soft cloth,
then use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry
these areas.

•

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.

•

Do not use any household cleaning
products or glass cleaners as these
may damage the finish of the
instrument panel, interior trim and
cluster lens.

•

Wash or wipe your hands clean if you
have been in contact with certain
products such as insect repellent and
suntan lotion to avoid possible damage
to the interior painted surfaces.

•

Do not allow air fresheners and hand
sanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.
If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.
Your warranty may not cover these
damages.

If a staining liquid like coffee or juice has
been spilled on the instrument panel or on
interior trim surfaces:

Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean,
soft cloth as quickly as possible.

2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and

Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially
available leather cleaning product for
automotive interiors. Test any cleaner
or stain remover on an inconspicuous
area.

3. Alternatively, wipe the surface with a

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

4. If necessary, apply more soap and

water solution or cleaning product to
a clean, soft cloth and press it onto the
soiled area. Allow this to set at room
temperature for 30 minutes.

5. Remove the soaked cloth, then with a

clean, damp cloth, use a rubbing
motion for 60 seconds on the soiled
area.

6. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.

CLEANING LEATHER SEATS

(IF

EQUIPPED)

Note:

Follow the same procedure as

cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces.

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with
a soft, damp cloth and a mild soap and
water solution. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.

For cleaning and removing stains such as
dye transfer, use Motorcraft Premium
Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a
commercially available leather cleaning
product for automotive interiors.

Note:

Test any cleaner or stain remover on

an inconspicuous area.

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You should:
•

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

•

Clean and treat spills and stains as
soon as possible.

Do not use the following products as these
may damage the leather:
•

Oil and petroleum or silicone-based
leather conditioners.

•

Household cleaners.

•

Alcohol solutions.

•

Solvents or cleaners intended
specifically for rubber, vinyl and
plastics.

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.

CLEANING THE WHEELS

Regularly clean them with a wheel
cleaner. We recommend that you use
Ford approved wheel cleaner if
available.

2. Remove dirt and brake dust with a

sponge.

3. Remove tar and grease with a bug and

tar remover. We recommend that you
use Ford approved bug and tar remover
if available.

4. Thoroughly rinse the wheels with water

after cleaning.

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.

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.

VEHICLE STORAGE

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

We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.

General

•

Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.

•

Protect from sunlight, if possible.

•

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

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Body

•

Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
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.

Engine

•

Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates 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.

•

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

Fuel system

•

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

Cooling system

•

Protect against freezing temperatures.

•

When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.

Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery

•

Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.

•

If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.

Note:

It is necessary to reset memory

features if you disconnect the battery
cables.

Brakes

•

Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.

Tires

•

Maintain recommended air pressure.

Miscellaneous

•

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.

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Removing Vehicle From Storage

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

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.

CLEANING THE CONVERTIBLE
TOP

(IF EQUIPPED)

Remove lint with a lint roller or a vacuum
with a soft bristle brush.

For cloth and vinyl tops, wash with an
approved high-quality convertible top
cleaner and protectant.

Note:

Do not use stiff bristle brushes,

abrasive materials or household cleaning
products.

Note:

High-pressure water may cause

water leaks and possible seal damage to
the convertible top.

Note:

Do not fold the convertible top when

it is wet.

Note:

Avoid hot wax on vinyl materials

during car washes.

BODY STYLING KITS

The distance between the underside of
your vehicle and the ground is less than
that of other models. Drive with extreme
care to avoid damage to your vehicle.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The recommended tire inflation pressures
are on the tire information label on the
driver side B-pillar.

Check and set the tire pressure at the
ambient temperature in which you are
intending to drive your vehicle and when
the tires are cold.

Note:

Check your tire pressures regularly to

optimize fuel economy.

Only use approved wheel and tire sizes.
Using other sizes could damage your
vehicle and could make the National Type
Approval invalid.

Installation of any tires that are not the
original equipment tire size can cause the
speedometer to display incorrect vehicle
speed.

TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR
KIT

(IF EQUIPPED)

Note:

The temporary mobility kit contains

enough sealant compound in the canister
for one tire repair only. See your authorized
dealer for replacement sealant canisters.

The kit is under the load floor in the cargo
area. The kit consists of an air compressor
to re-inflate the tire and a canister of
sealing compound that effectively seals
most punctures caused by nails or similar
objects. This kit provides a temporary tire
repair, allowing you to drive your vehicle
up to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximum
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire
service location.

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Air compressor (inside).

Selector switch.

On and off button.

Air pressure gauge.

Sealant bottle and canister.

Dual purpose hose: air and
repair.

Tire valve connector.

Accessory power plug.

Casing/housing.

Bike/raft/sports ball adapters.

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General Information

WARNING:

Failure to follow these

guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or
death.

Note:

Do not use the kit if you have severely

damaged a tire. Only seal punctures within
the tire tread with the kit.

Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
than ¼ inch (6 millimeters) or damage to
the tire's sidewall. The tire may not
completely seal.

Loss of air pressure may adversely affect
tire performance. For this reason:

Note:

Do not drive the vehicle above

50 mph (80 km/h).

Note:

Do not drive further than 120 mi

(200 km). Drive only to the closest
authorized dealer or tire repair shop to have
your tire inspected.

•

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt
steering maneuvers.

•

Periodically monitor tire inflation
pressure in the affected tire; if the tire
is losing pressure, have the vehicle
towed.

•

Read the information in the Tips for
Use of the Kit section to make sure safe
operation of the kit and your vehicle.

Tips for Use of the Kit

To ensure safe operation of the kit:

•

Read all instructions and cautions fully.

•

Before operating the kit, make sure
your vehicle is safely off the road and
away from moving traffic. Switch on
the hazard lights.

•

Always set the parking brake to ensure
the vehicle does not move
unexpectedly.

•

Do not remove any foreign objects,
such as nails or screws, from the tire.

•

When using the kit, leave the engine
running (only if the vehicle is outdoors
or in a well-ventilated area) so the
compressor does not drain the
vehicle's battery.

•

Do not allow the compressor to
operate continuously for more than 15
minutes. This will help prevent the
compressor from overheating.

•

Never leave the kit unattended during
operation.

•

Sealant compound contains latex.
Those with latex sensitivities should
use appropriate precautions to avoid
an allergic reaction.

•

Keep the kit away from children.

•

Only use the kit when the ambient
temperature is between -22°F (-30°C)
and 158°F (70°C).

•

Only use the sealing compound before
the use-by date. The use-by date is on
a label on the sealant canister, which
you can see through the rectangular
viewing window on the bottom of the
compressor. Check the use-by date
regularly and replace the canister when
the sealant expires.

•

Do not store the kit unsecured inside
the passenger compartment of the
vehicle as it may cause injury during a
sudden stop or crash. Always store the
kit in its original location.

•

After sealant use, an authorized dealer
must replace the tire pressure
monitoring system sensor and valve
stem on the wheel.

•

Operating the kit could cause an
electrical disturbance in radio, CD and
DVD player operation.

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* When inflation only is required
for a tire or other objects, the
selector must be in the Air

position.

What to do When a Tire Is
Punctured

You can repair a tire puncture within the
tire's tread area in two stages with the kit.

•

In the first stage, inflate the tire with a
sealing compound and air. After you
inflate the tire, you will need to drive
the vehicle a short distance 4 mi
(6 km) to distribute the sealant in the
tire.

•

In the second stage, check the tire
pressure and adjust, if necessary, to the
vehicle's specified tire inflation
pressure.

First Stage: Inflating the Tire with
Sealing Compound and Air

WARNING:

Do not stand directly

over the kit while inflating the tire. If you
notice any unusual bulges or
deformations in the tire's sidewall during
inflation, stop and call roadside
assistance.

WARNING:

If the tire does not

inflate to the recommended tire pressure
within 15 minutes, stop and call roadside
assistance.

WARNING:

Do not run the engine

when operating the air compressor
unless the vehicle is outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area.

Preparation: Park the vehicle in a safe, level
and secure area, away from moving traffic.

Switch the hazard lights on. Apply the
parking brake and switch the engine off.
Inspect the flat tire for visible damage.

Sealant compound contains latex. Use
appropriate precautions to avoid any
allergic reactions.

Do not remove any foreign object that has
pierced the tire. If a puncture is in the tire
sidewall, stop and call roadside assistance.

Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve.

2. Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) from the back of the compressor
housing.

3. Fasten the hose to the tire valve by

turning the connector clockwise.
Tighten the connection securely.

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4. Plug the power cable into the 12-volt

power point in the vehicle.

5. Remove the warning sticker found on

the casing/housing and place it on the
top of the instrument panel or the
center of the dash.

6. Start the vehicle and leave the engine

running so the compressor does not
drain the vehicle’s battery.

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Turn dial (A) clockwise to the sealant
position. Switch the kit on by pressing
the on/off button (B).

8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on

the tire label on the driver's door or the
door jamb area. The initial air pressure
gauge reading may indicate a value
higher than the label pressure while
you pump the sealing compound into
the tire. This is normal and should be
no reason for concern. The pressure
gauge reading will indicate the tire
inflation pressure after about 30
seconds of operation. You should
check the final tire pressure with the
compressor turned OFF in order to get
an accurate pressure reading.

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9. When the tire reaches the

recommended tire pressure, switch off
the kit, unplug the power cable, and
disconnect the hose from the tire valve.
Re-install the valve cap on the tire
valve and return the kit to the stowage
area.

10.

Immediately and cautiously, drive the
vehicle 4 mi (6 km) to distribute the
sealant evenly inside the tire. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

11.

After 4 mi (6 km), stop and check the
tire pressure. See Second Stage:
Checking Tire Pressure.

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Note:

If you experience any unusual

vibration, ride disturbance or noise while
driving, reduce your speed until you can
safely pull off to the side of the road to call
for roadside assistance. Note: Do not
proceed to the second stage of this
operation.

Second Stage: Checking Tire
Pressure

Note:

If you are proceeding from the First

Stage: Re-inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air section and have
injected sealant in the tire and the pressure
is below 20 psi (1.4 bar), continue to the
next step.

WARNING:

The power plug may

get hot after use and should be handled
carefully when unplugging.

Check the air pressure of your tires as
follows:

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Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve.

2. Firmly screw the air compressor hose

onto the valve stem by turning
clockwise.

3. Push and turn the dial clockwise to the

air position.

4. If required, switch on the compressor

and adjust the tire to the
recommended inflation pressure
shown on the tire label on the driver's
door or door jamb area. You should
check the tire pressure with the
compressor turned OFF in order to get
an accurate pressure reading.

5. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valve

cap on the tire and return the kit to the
stowage area.

What to Do After the Tire Has Been
Sealed

After using the kit to seal your tire, you will
need to replace the sealant canister. You
can obtain sealant canisters and spare
parts at an authorized dealer. You can
dispose of empty sealant canisters at
home. However, you should dispose of
canisters still containing liquid sealant
through your local authorized dealer or tire
dealer, or in accordance with local waste
disposal regulation.

Note:

After you use the sealing compound,

the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph
(80 km/h) and the maximum driving
distance is 120 mi (200 km). You should
inspect the sealed tire immediately.

You can check the tire pressure any time
within the 120 mi (200 km) by performing
the steps listed previously in the Second
Stage: Checking Tire Pressure procedure.

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Removal of the sealant canister from
the kit

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Unwrap the dual purpose hose (black
tube) from the compressor housing.

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2. Unwrap the power cord.

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3. Remove the back cover.

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4. Rotate the sealant canister up 90

degrees and pull away from
casing/housing to remove.

Installation of the sealant canister to
the kit

With the canister held perpendicular
to the housing, insert the canister
nozzle into the connector and push
until seated.

2. Rotate the canister 90 degrees down

into the housing/casing.

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3. Snap the back cover back into place.

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4. Wrap the dual purpose hose (black

tube) around the channel on the
bottom of the housing/casing.

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5. Wrap the power cord around the

housing and stow the accessory power
plug into its storage area.

Note:

If you experience any difficulties with

the removal or installation of the sealant
canister, consult an authorized dealer for
assistance.

Make sure you check the sealant
compound’s use-by date regularly. The
use-by date is on a label on the sealant
canister, which you can see through the
rectangular viewing window on the bottom
of the kit. Replace the sealant canister
when the sealant expires.

TIRE CARE

Information About Uniform
Tire Quality Grading

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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).

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U.S. Department of
Transportation Tire quality
grades:

The U.S. Department of

Transportation requires Ford
Motor Company 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 1 ½ 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.

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

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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.

Glossary of Tire Terminology

Tire label:

A label showing the

original equipment tire sizes,
recommended inflation pressure
and the maximum 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. Also referred
to as DOT code.

Inflation pressure:

A measure

of the amount of air in a tire.

Standard load:

A class of

P-metric or Metric tires designed
to carry a maximum load at set
pressure. For example: For
P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) and
for Metric tires 36 psi (2.5 bar).
Increasing the inflation pressure
beyond this pressure will not
increase the tire capability.

Extra load:

A class of P-metric

or Metric tires designed to carry a
heavier maximum load at 42 psi
(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation
pressure beyond this pressure will
not increase the tire’s load
carrying capability.

kPa:

Kilopascal, a metric unit of

air pressure.

PSI:

Pounds per square inch, a

standard unit of air pressure.

Cold tire pressure:

The tire

pressure when the vehicle has
been stationary and out of direct
sunlight for an hour or more and
prior to the vehicle being driven for
1 mi (1.6 km).

Recommended inflation

pressure:

The cold inflation

pressure found on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label
(affixed to either the door hinge
pillar, door-latch post, or the door
edge that meets the door-latch
post, next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label located on
the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver’s door.

B-pillar:

The structural member

at the side of the vehicle behind
the front door.

Bead area of the tire:

Area of

the tire next to the rim.

Sidewall of the tire:

Area

between the bead area and the
tread.

Tread area of the tire:

Area of

the perimeter of the tire that
contacts the road when mounted
on the vehicle.

Rim:

The metal support (wheel)

for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.

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Information Contained 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

C D

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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.)

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:

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.

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.

65:

Indicates the aspect ratio

which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width.

Indicates a radial type tire.

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.

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.

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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 - mph

(km/h)

Letter
rating

81 (130)

87 (140)

99 (159)

106 (171)

112 (180)

118 (190)

124 (200)

130 (210)

149 (240)

Speed rating - mph

(km/h)

Letter
rating

168 (270)

186 (299)

Note:

For tires with a maximum

speed capability over 149 mph
(240 km/h), tire manufacturers
sometimes use the letters ZR. For
those with a maximum speed
capability over 186 mph (299
km/h), tire manufacturers always
use the letters ZR.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification

Number (TIN):

This begins with

the letters DOT and indicates that
the tire meets all federal
standards. The next two numbers
or letters are the plant code
designating where it was
manufactured, the next two are
the tire size code and the last four
numbers represent the week and
year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 317 mean
the 31st week of 1997. After 2000
the numbers go to four digits. For
example, 2501 means the 25th
week of 2001. The numbers in
between are identification codes
used for traceability. This
information is used to contact
customers if a tire defect requires
a recall.

M+S or M/S:

Mud and Snow, or

AT:

All Terrain, or

AS:

All Season.

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Tire Ply Composition and

Material Used:

Indicates the

number of plies or the number of
layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the ply materials in the tire and the
sidewall, which include steel,
nylon, polyester, and others.

Maximum Load:

Indicates the

maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the
tire. See the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), for the correct tire
pressure for your vehicle.

Treadwear, Traction and

Temperature Grades:

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 one and one-half times as
well on the government course as
a tire graded 100.

Traction:

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:

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.

Maximum Inflation

Pressure:

Indicates the tire

manufacturers' maximum
permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation
pressure which can be found on
the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label which is
located on the B-Pillar or the edge
of the driver’s door. The cold
inflation pressure should never be
set lower than the recommended
pressure on the vehicle label.

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