Tire Service: Week 2 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the difference between radial and bias-ply tires
A
Radial ties have cords running at 90 degrees to the direction of travel; bias-ply tires have cords at a diagonal angle
2
Q
What does the sidewall of a tire tell you
A
Tire size, load index, speed rating, and manufacturing information
3
Q
Name one type of specialty tire
A
Off-road tire load index indicate
4
Q
What does the tire load index indecate
A
The maximum load the tire can safely carry
5
Q
True or false: Bias-ply tires are ore common on modern passenger cars
A
False
