1995 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 232

Tire Information Tire Size Designation A tire's sidewall is marked with a tire size designation. You will need this information when selecting replacement tires for your car. The following explains what the letters and numbers in the tire size designation mean. (Example tire size designation) P185/70R14 87S P - Applicable vehicle type (tires marked with the prefix "P" are intended for use on passenger cars; however, not all tires have this marking). 185 - Tire width in millimeters. 15 - Rim diameter in inches. 70 - Aspect ratio. The tire's section height as a percentage of its width. R - Tire construction code (Radial). 14 - Rim diameter in inches. Technical Information 87 - Load Index, a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry. S - Speed Rating Symbol. See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information. Wheel Size Designation Wheels are also marked with important information that you need if you ever have to replace one. The following explains what the letters and numbers in the wheel size designation mean. (Example wheel size designation) 15 x 5-1/2 JJ Tire Speed Ratings The chart below shows many of the different speed ratings currently being used for passenger car tires. The speed rating symbol is part of the tire size designation on the sidewall of the tire. This symbol corresponds to that tire's designed maximum safe operating speed. 5-1/2 - Rim width in inches. JJ - Rim contour designation.