2009 Infiniti EX35 Owner's Manual - Page 403

3. Two-digit code: Tire size 4. Three-digit code: Tire type code (Op- 5 Maximum load rating tional) 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufacture 6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If these numbers are missing, then look on the other sidewall of the tire. SDI1607 This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire. 6 Term of "tubeless" or "tube type" 3 Tire ply composition and material Indicates whether the tire requires an inner tube ("tube type") or not ("tubeless"). 7 The word "radial" Example 2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for a new tire (example: DOT XX XX XXX XXXX) 1. DOT: Abbreviation for the "Department of Transportation". The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number. 2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer's identification mark The number of layers or plies of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others. 4 Maximum permissible inflation pres- The word "radial" is shown, if the tire has radial structure. 8 Manufacturer or brand name Manufacturer or brand name is shown. sure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in the tire. Do not exceed the maximum permissible inflation pressure. Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31