Elantra L4-1595cc 1.6L DOHC 16 Valve (1995)
GROOVE:
The space between two adjacent tread ribs or blocks; also called tread grooves.
INNERLINER:
The innermost layer of a tubeless tire. The innerliner prevents air from permeating through the tire.
ORIGINAL TREAD DEPTH (OTD):
Original Tread Depth (OTD) is the tread depth of a new tire measured at the point one-fourth the width of the tire crown section from the crown center.
OUT-OF-ROUND:
A condition where the tire is not round to within standards due to an uneven distribution of rubber, improper molding, etc.
ROTATION:
The changing of tires from front to rear or from side-to-side on a vehicle according to a set pattern to achieve even tread wear.
SECTION HEIGHT:
The height of the tire, measured from rim to the outer tread.
SECTION WIDTH:
Maximum width of the tire not including any lettering or designs.
SHOULDER:
The area of a tire where the tread and sidewall meet. Also called tread.
SIDEWALL:
That portion of a tire between the tread and bead.
SIPES:
Special slits within a tread block that increase wet and snow traction. Sipes provide more biting edges and allow for the dispersion of water from under
the tread surface.
TIRE PLACARD:
A metal or paper tag permanently affixed to a vehicle which indicates the appropriate tire size and inflation pressures for the vehicle.
TREAD RIB:
The tread section usually composed of many tread blocks that runs around the circumference of the tire, separated by the circumferential tread grooves.
TREAD DEPTH:
The distance between the surface of the tread and the bottom of the groove of a tire. It is usually measured at a few points located halfway between the
centerline and the edge of the tread.
TREADWEAR INDICATOR:
Narrow bands, sometimes called "wear bars," that appear across the tread surface of the tire when only 2/32 inch of tread remains.
TIRE SIZE:
The size of each tire is indicated by nominal width and rim diameter in inches and millimeters. Radial structure is indicated by the letter "R". For some
tires the aspect ratio is indicated by a percentage.
Conditions Covered By Tire Manufacturer's Warranty
The tires supplied on a Hyundai vehicle are covered against defects in material or workmanship under the tire manufacturer's warranty.
This section provides information on conditions that may be covered by the tire manufacturers' warranties. Review this section and the tire
manufacturers' warranty booklets. If you have any questions, please consult the tire manufacturers' distributors for specific details.
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TREAD SEPARATION
