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Technical terms
Telematics*
A combination of the terms “tele-
communications” and “informatics”.
Tightening torque
Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug
wrench) with which threaded fasteners
such as wheel bolts are tightened.
TIN
(T
ire Identification Number)
(
page 329)
Tire load rating
(
page 329)
Tire ply composition and material used
(
page 329)
Tire speed rating
(
page 330)
Traction
(
page 330)
Tread
(
page 330)
Treadwear indicators
(
page 330)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
(
page 330)
Vehicle capacity weight
(
page 330)
Vehicle maximum load on the tire
(
page 330)
VIN
(V
ehicle Identification Number)
The number set by the manufacturer
and placed on the body to uniquely
identify each vehicle produced.