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DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C Conform to Federal Safety Requirements All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.◀ ...

Tire identification marks
Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires. ...

Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels Use wheel cleaner, particularly during the winter months. Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly alkaline or abrasive cleaners, or steam jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃; f ...