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DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)
U.S. tire regulations prescribe that every manufacturer of new tires or retreader has to imprint a TIN in or on the sidewall of each tire produced. The TIN is a unique identification number. ...

Important safety notes
WARNING On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent ...

Notes on selecting, mounting and replacing tires
Only mount tires and wheels of the same type and make. Only mount tires of the correct size onto the wheels. After mounting new tires, run them in at moderate speeds for the first 60 miles ( ...