Owner`s manual

Speed Speed Category*

Symbol mph km/h

M 81 130

Q 99 160

R 106 170

S 112 180

T 118 190

U 124 200

H 130 210

V 149 240

Z** >149 >240

W 168 270

Y 186 300

(Y)*** >186 >300

The tire’s speed rating designation appears on the tire sidewall

with the tire size. Examples:

P275/40ZR17 max > 149 mph (240 km/h)****

P275/40R17 93W max = 168 mph (270 km/h)

P275/40ZR17 93W max = 168 mph (270 km/h)

P275/40ZR17 93Y max = 186 mph (300 km/h)

P275/40ZR17 93(Y) max > 186 mph (300 km/h) ****

* In standardized laboratory tests that relate to highway speeds. Actual tire speed and perform-

ance capability depend on factors such as inflation pressure, load, tire condition, wear, and

driving conditions.

** Any tire having a maximum speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) may, at the tire

manufacturer’s discretion, include a “Z” in the size designation (i.e.P275/40ZR17).

*** For tires having a maximum speed capability above 186 mph (300 km/h), a “Z” must appear

in the size designation and a “Y” marked in brackets (as shown) in the service description.

**** Consult the tire manufacturer for maximum speed capability.

TIRE SPINNING

SAFETY WARNING

Spinning a tire to remove a vehicle stuck in mud, ice, snow, or

wet grass can be dangerous. A tire spinning at a speedometer

reading above 35 mph (55 km/h) can in a matter of seconds

reach a speed capable of disintegrating a tire with explosive

force. Under some conditions, a tire may be spinning at a speed

twice that shown on the speedometer. This could cause serious

personal injury or death to a bystander or passenger. Never spin

a tire above a speedometer reading of 35 mph (55 km/h).

RADIAL TIRE ROTATION

The purpose of tire rotation is to minimize irregular or uneven

wear caused by maintaining a tire in one rotation direction and

one position over an extended period. Rotate tires as recom-

mended by the vehicle manufacturer or every 5,000 miles.

Individual tire pressures must be checked after rotation and

adjusted to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation for the

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