Revision Highlights
The FedEx Tire Manual has content changes including the following:
Chapter 1: Purchasing Jun 2008 1-10: Added Q & A FILING WARRANTY ON TIRES NOT MOUNTED
Chapter 2: Warranty
Chapter 3: Tire Applications Jun 2008 3-10: Updated Product Codes and Drive Tire Design 3-15: Added Toyota Specs to Cargo Tractors
Chapter 4: Maintenance .
Chapter 5: Shop Administration . Contents ii
Contents
Publication Information ...... vi
Chapter 1: Purchasing ...... 1 1-5: Tire Ordering Process ...... 2 Filing Claims – Tires Lost in Shipment ...... 2 Contact Numbers and Procedures ...... 4 1-10: Frequently Asked Questions - Goodyear Tires ...... 5 Double Shipment on Tires ...... 5 Ordered Wrong or Wrong Tires Shipped ...... 5 Late Shipments ...... 5 FILING WARRANTY ON TIRES NOT MOUNTED ...... 6
Chapter 2: Warranty ...... 7 2-5: Tire Warranty (New and Retread) ...... 8 2-10: DOT Serial Number System ...... 11 Retread DOT ...... 11
Chapter 3: Tire Applications ...... 12 3-5: Approved Tread Types ...... 13 GSE Industrial Approved Tread Types ...... 15 3-10: Vehicle Tire Pressure Specifications ...... 16 V150 Panel Van ...... 16 V250 Panel Van ...... 16 P150 Pick-Up ...... 18 P250 Pick-Up ...... 18 W300 Walk-In ...... 19 W350/W450 (Sprinter) ...... 19 W500 Walk-In ...... 20 W590 Walk-In ...... 20 W600 Walk-In ...... 21 W700 Walk-In ...... 21 C700/WC700 Walk-In ...... 22 W900 Walk-In ...... 22 ...... 22 S2 Straight Truck ...... 23 ...... 23 ...... 23 ...... 23 S750/S900/S1100/S1300 Straight Truck ...... 24 Yard Mule ...... 24 TR2 Tractor ...... 25 TR3 Tractor ...... 25 T2-T5 Trailer/Converter Dolly ...... 26 3-15: GSE Tire Pressure Specifications ...... 27
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Cargo Tractors ...... 27 GPU - Ground Power Units ...... 27 Refueling Carts ...... 28 Tow Bars ...... 28 PUSHBACK TowBarless Tractor TPX 200 MT ...... 28 Aircraft Pushback Tractors ...... 29 Cooling Units ...... 29 Heating Units ...... 30 Air Starter Units ...... 30 Belt Loader ...... 31 Electric Belt Loader ...... 31 Burden Carrier ...... 31 Crewstairs - Wide Body ...... 32 Crewstairs - Narrow Body ...... 32 Deicer ...... 33 Landing Gear Service Trailer ...... 33 Light Unit ...... 34 N2 or O2 Cart ...... 34 Personal Carrier (Electric Cart) ...... 34 REFUELER (A/C) Garsite 10K ...... 35 Sweeper Trucks ...... 36 Commander 15 Loader ...... 37 Commander 30 Loader ...... 37 Commander 30 Heavy Loader ...... 37 5000 LB Fork Lift Yale/Toyota ...... 38 3000-3500 LB Fork Lift Caterpillar ...... 38 5000 LB Fork Lift Caterpillar ...... 38 4000 LB Fork Lift Clark ...... 38 Dolly Cart ...... 39 LD3 Dolly Cart ...... 39 Baggage Cart ...... 39 Transporter ...... 40 Transition Deck ...... 40 3-20: Engineering Data ...... 41 XZE ...... 41 XDA-HT (NEW) ...... 41 G372 (RETREAD) ...... 42 G372 (RETREAD) ...... 42 G338 (RETREAD) ...... 43 G164 (RETREAD) ...... 43 XT-1 Trailer (NEW) ...... 44 G314 (RETREAD) ...... 44 G104 (RETREAD) ...... 45 G947 ...... 46 G933 (NEW) G622 (RETREAD) ...... 46 G124 (NEW) G622 (RETREAD) ...... 47 3-25: FedEx Vehicle Tire Size Substitution ...... 48 3-30: Approved Retread Applications ...... 49 Approved Wheel Positions ...... 49 GY Description and Product Codes for Steer Axle use ...... 49 Retread Casing Specifications - 16" & 19.5" PUD Retreads ...... 50 Steer Axle Weight Limits ...... 50 3-35: Retreading Guidelines ...... 51
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PUD Trucks ...... 51 Heavy Trucks ...... 51 Unisteel Tire Repair Limits ...... 51 3-40: Returned as Received (RAR) Casings ...... 53
Chapter 4: Maintenance ...... 54 4-5: Routine Maintenance ...... 55 Specified Cold Tire Inflation Pressures By Unit Type ...... 55 Tread Depth Removal Specifications ...... 55 Tread Wear Indicators ...... 56 4-10: Out-of-Service Conditions ...... 59 Rim/Wheel Out-of-Service Conditions ...... 59 Tire Out-of-Service Conditions ...... 59 4-15: Tire Mounting and Demounting ...... 60 Removing Tires From Service ...... 60 Placing Tires in Service ...... 61 Trajectory ...... 63 4-20: Tire Balancing ...... 64 Dynamic Balancing (Preferred Method) ...... 64 Static Balancing (Alternate Method) ...... 65 4-25: Tire Mating and Matching ...... 66 Tire Mating ...... 66 Tire Matching ...... 66 4-30: Wheel/Tire Installation ...... 68 4-35: Tire Repair ...... 73 Repair Limits ...... 73 Puncture Repairs ...... 74 4-40: Alignment ...... 77 Suspension ...... 77 Camber ...... 77 Caster ...... 78 Toe ...... 78 Axle Alignment ...... 81 Trailer Axle Alignment ...... 81
Chapter 5: Shop Administration ...... 84 5-5: Tire Cages ...... 85 5-10: Tire Storage ...... 86 5-15: Shop Survey ...... 87 5-20: Approved Supplies ...... 91 Approved Nail Hole Repair Materials ...... 91 Approved Tire Valve Stems ...... 92 Approved Tire Tools ...... 93 Tire Bead Lubricants ...... 93 5-25: Tire Tool Maintenance ...... 94 Tire Pressure Gauge Inspection ...... 95 Record Retention for Tire Program ...... 95
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5-30: Tire Maintenance Safety Posters ...... 99
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Publication Information
P-number, online ODS-17613
Primary Review David H. Simmons Authority Manager, Maintenance Technical Training / Vehicle & GSE MEM / TN / 38194 / 5612 901-395-6017
Project Lead Paul Averwater Senior Technical Writer, Vehicle/GSE Training MEM / TN / 38194 / 5612
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Chapter 1: Purchasing
1-5: Tire Ordering Process 1-10: Frequently Asked Questions - Goodyear Tires
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1-5: Tire Ordering Process
Tire Ordering All tires are ordered through Aeroxchange.
Online Training The Tires page on the Global Vehicles web site has a link to the online Training Aid for the Goodyear Tire Order Program.
National Account Charges General maintenance repair items cannot be billed through the Goodyear National Account invoicing system. These items must be billed/invoiced, coded, approved, and processed at the local level. Do not send these invoices to the Tire Support Group. The items below are examples of some of the repairs and maintenance items billed at the local level and through the National Accounts invoicing system.
Local Level Items National Accounts (Tire Support Group) • alignments • tires (new and retread) • LOFs (lube/oil/filter) • tire repairs • shocks • mounting and balancing • brake repairs • valve hardware, lug nuts, studs, tubes, etc. • belts and hoses • emergency road service (for tire repairs) • preventive maintenance inspections • rim/wheel reconditioning • tune-ups • scrap tire disposal charges • other general maintenance items not related to tires
FILING CLAIMS – TIRES LOST IN SHIPMENT Use this process for new Goodyear tires lost in shipment. Completion of this claim form will alert Goodyear and begin the claim process. Technicians and/or Fleet Managers must assure that credits are processed through Vulcan EDI.
CAUTION: USE THE CLAIM FORM ONLY FOR NEW GOODYEAR TIRES SHIPPED THROUGH THE DIRECT SHIP PROGRAM. IF YOU HAVE ORDERED RECAPS OR NEW EMERGENCY TIRES FROM YOUR LOCAL DEALER THAT HAVE NOT BEEN SHIPPED, YOU MUST CONTACT YOUR DEALER DIRECTLY TO CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR ORDER.
CAUTION: USE THE FORM ONLY IF THE TIRES ARE ACTUALLY LOST IN SHIPMENT. THE E- MAIL SHIPPING NOTIFICATION WILL INDICATE THE NUMBER OF TIRES THAT GOODYEAR ACTUALLY SHIPPED. ALSO, THE SHIPPING LABELS ON THE TIRES YOU RECEIVE WILL SHOW HOW MANY WERE SHIPPED (1 OF 5, 2 OF 5, ETC.). FEDEX GROUND DELIVERS SOME TIRES ON A SPLIT SHIPMENT BASIS – SOME TIRES FROM YOUR ORDER ARE DELIVERED ON ONE DAY AND THE BALANCE ON FOLLOWING DAY(S). IF YOU ARE SHORT TIRES ON A SHIPMENT AND FEDEX GROUND HAS NOT DELIVERED THE BALANCE OF YOUR ORDER WITHIN FIVE (5) BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE FIRST SHIPMENT, USE THIS FORM TO FILE A CLAIM WITH GOODYEAR.
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Please follow the instructions below to file a claim: Go to the online Goodyear Tire Claim Form. You may use the online form in place of the Green Screen/TAO Bulletin Board Claim Form for Lost Tires. Click Here to access the online form. Complete the body of the form by entering your Tire Order Number, the Order Date, your Phone Number, the Product Code and/or Description of the tires lost in shipment, the Quantity Shipped and the Quantity you actually Received. There is a Comments box in case you want to include any comments regarding the shipment. There is room provided on the form for filing claims for three different line items, if necessary. The Quantity Shipped is the quantity shown shipped by Goodyear on your notification and on all shipping labels on the tires you received. EXAMPLE: Shipping labels show (1 of 4), (3 of 4), (4 of 4). Quantity Shipped is four (4), but Quantity Received is three (3)…(2 of 4) is missing. After completing the form, press the Submit Claim button to send the form. The form is sent to Goodyear in Akron. After you submit the form, a page that lists the information you entered on the form will be displayed on your computer screen. Print the page and retain for future reference. Normal processing time for a claim through Goodyear is 4 - 6 weeks. Contact Marge Black at Goodyear with questions concerning claims.
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CONTACT NUMBERS AND PROCEDURES The main sources for information and answers to questions concerning the FedEx Vehicle/GSE Tire Program are the FedEx Tire Manual and the Vehicle/GSE Maintenance Manual. Your first contact is your Fleet Manager. For additional assistance, use the following contact information.
Goodyear Regional SAR (Special Account Representative) For assistance with Technical, Service, Training, Shop Surveys and General tire issues. FedEx Region Contact Name Mobile Phone # EMC/TAO Mail ID Internet Mail ID West, Southwest, Central, Canada West, Dave Cooper 925-518-5508 GYW [email protected] APAC, GSE GSE MEM, LACD Nick Rodities 330-780-7514 [email protected] East, South, Canada East, Mid-Atlantic, Mike Newton 281-513-4668 [email protected] EMEA, GSE Instructions: Call the SAR voice mail phone # and leave a detailed message, your phone # and the hours when you can be contacted. The SAR will check his voice mail 3 times per day and respond ASAP, but no more than 24 hours after the calls are received. When you do not need to talk directly to the SAR, you may contact them either by FedEx (EMC/TAO) or Internet e-mail. E-mails will be check at least once daily.
Goodyear National Account Technical Manager For assistance with FedEx/Goodyear Tire Development/Testing Programs. FedEx Region Contact Name Phone # EMC/TAO Mail ID Internet Mail ID All Jim Nespo 330-796-9545 GYTECH [email protected] Goodyear National Account Order Service Representative For assistance with obtaining shipment information such as ship dates and tracking numbers. (Tracking numbers are needed prior to calling FedEx Ground.) To obtain a Returned Goods Authorization prior to returning any new tires to Goodyear. To obtain assistance for a Lost Tire Claim. FedEx Region Contact Name Phone # EMC/TAO Mail ID Internet Mail ID All Marge Black 1-888-339-6231 [email protected]
FedEx Ground Customer Service For assistance with tracking shipments, proof of delivery, and delivery service issues. (Tracking numbers are located on a small shipping label/sticker on each tire. If no tracking numbers can be found, call Marge Black prior to calling FedEx Ground.) FedEx Region Contact Name Phone # EMC/TAO Mail ID Internet Mail ID Service 800-762-3725 All fedex.com Representative (800-GoFedEx)
Goodyear Contact for Disputed Invoices For assistance with invoice issues. FedEx Region Contact Name Phone # EMC/TAO Mail ID Internet Mail ID All Reggie Hannah 1-888-868-9011 [email protected]
FedEx Tire Program Administrator For assistance with FedEx Tire Policy & Procedures, product codes/sizes, unresolved and/or repeat tire delivery service issues issues and Tire exception final approval. FedEx Region Contact Name Phone # EMC/TAO Mail ID Internet Mail ID 901-434-7460 All Louis Nathan [email protected] cell 901-356-5989
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1-10: Frequently Asked Questions - Goodyear Tires
DOUBLE SHIPMENT ON TIRES Q) I received tires from the local dealer, and I also received a shipping notification in e-mail that my order will be delivered in three days. Can the tires coming via the Goodyear Direct Ship Program be stopped/cancelled? A) No, the delivery can not be stopped because the e-mails are sent the day after shipping and the tires are already on a truck in route. However, the problem can be resolved. You must receive the tires when FedEx Ground delivers them. You now have two options: keep the tires or ship them back. If you can't use them, speak with your manager to see if another shop needs the tires because you will have to pay return shipping fees. To ship the tires back, follow the below procedures: 1. Call Marge Black with Goodyear at 1-888-339-6231 to request a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA). She will need to know the tire order #, pick up address, quantity being returned, product code, and your name, phone #, and fax number. 2. She will fax you a copy of the RGA. 3. Make copies of the RGA and tape one to the inside of EACH tire being returned to ensure proper routing and crediting by the Goodyear Warehouse. 4. Generally, Marge will contact FedEx Ground to pick up the tires. You may opt to return them using your non-rev account, but if you choose to do so, you must inform Marge to avoid FedEx Ground from showing up for tires that aren't there.
ORDERED WRONG OR WRONG TIRES SHIPPED Q) What do I do if Goodyear sends me an incorrect tire or if I order the wrong size tire and it is shipped to me? A) If the tire is a retread or new tire ordered from your local dealer, you should contact the local dealer to resolve the issue. If the tire(s) were shipped through the Direct Ship Program, delivered by FedEx Ground, the issue must be handled with Goodyear in Akron, OH. Follow the instructions below to correct the problem: Whether you ordered the wrong new tires or Goodyear shipped the wrong ones, we must always accept the tires. By refusing tires, we lose tracking ability and the tires end up floating in the FedEx Ground system. You'll have two choices: keep the tires or send them back. If your shop can't use the tires, talk to your manager to see if another shop can use them. Your shop will be charged freight back to Akron if you return the tires. To return the incorrect tires, call Marge Black at Goodyear in Akron at 1-888-339-6231 and request a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA). She will need the address where the tires are to be picked up from, your order #, telephone #, and fax #. Marge will schedule the pick-up with FedEx Ground. If you ordered the wrong size, you will pay the returned freight charges; however, if Goodyear shipped the wrong tires, Goodyear pays. When you receive the faxed RGA from Marge, MAKE COPIES AND TAPE ONE TO THE INSIDE OF EACH TIRE YOU ARE RETURNING, and keep a copy for your records. If the tires are NOT picked up within 7 business days, call 1-888-339-6231, ask for Marge Black. Leave your name, order #, RGA #, phone # and fax # and she will promptly contact you.
LATE SHIPMENTS Q) Where are my tires? A) For retreads or local emergency orders, contact your dealer directly. If the tires shipped via FedEx Ground are late/lost (over three days late from the delivery of other tires on the same Delivery Receipt), you should first obtain the tracking numbers by one of two ways. It is quicker if you can find a FedEx Ground tracking label/ sticker on at least one of the tires of that shipment. The FedEx Ground tracking numbers usually start with 02799…. If you find
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one, call (800) 762-3725, and FedEx Ground can find all of the tracking numbers based upon that one, by zip code, and can tell you who signed for them. If you can not find the tracking label, then contact Marge Black with Goodyear by e-mail at [email protected] or at 1-888-339-6231 and give her the tire order number, what was missing, and your name and phone number. It takes about a day to get the tracking numbers, and she'll call or e-mail them back to you. You will then have to call FedEx Ground to get delivery information. Lastly, you will need to file a claim if the tires are indeed lost. See Filing Claims – Tires Lost in Shipment this chapter.
FILING WARRANTY ON TIRES NOT MOUNTED Q) How do I file warranty on a tire that is not mounted on a vehicle? A) To file warranty on a tire that has not been mounted on a vehicle. In place of the asset number on the Repair Order write "TIRE" and the numeric location number (Example: "TIRE 942").
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Chapter 2: Warranty
2-5: Tire Warranty (New and Retread) 2-10: DOT Serial Number System
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2-5: Tire Warranty (New and Retread)
All FedEx employees must have the required training before they can be authorized to apply for warranty. All Goodyear / Michelin warranty claims must be submitted through the Global Vehicles Warranty department. Under no circumstance are claims for tires/retreads to be submitted directly to a dealer by the location. This can result in not receiving the correct amount of warranty compensation or tracking for quality issues. Warranty claims for other tire/retread suppliers should be handled at the local level. Solideal tires are to be filed with the local Goodyear dealer.
Technician, Fleet Manager (1) Determine if the reason for tire repair or replacement is covered by the manufacturer's warranty. CASING COVERAGE (7 years from date of manufacture of the casing): • Goodyear / Michelin will give full credit on retreading costs during the first 2/32" (1.6mm) (or the first 25% for unicircle retreads) of usable tread wear during the life of the retread, if the retread problem is caused by workmanship or material in the Goodyear / Michelin Unisteel casing. • Retread costs not eligible for full credit are prorated based on the percentage of usable original retread tread worn off at the time of adjustment. RETREADING COVERAGE • Goodyear / Michelin retreads/repairs produced by authorized retreaders on any radial casing and bearing a valid DOT shop number of the authorized retreader are warranted to be free from workmanship/material problems for the life of the retread. • Full credit on retreading or repair costs are issued during the first 2/32" (1.6mm) (or first 25% for unicircle retreads) of usable tread wear if the retread or repair is the cause for the problem. • Retreading or repair costs not eligible for full credit are prorated based on the percentage of usable original retread tread worn off at the time of adjustment. • If the retread is on a Goodyear Unisteel casing, a casing credit will be given. Same applies for Michelin casings
NOTE: If tire failure caused property damage, follow special requirements under Goodyear Property Damage Claim Procedure.
NOTE: If tire failure is on a Michelin tire contact Terri Towns at 901-434-8418 in the Warranty department for assistance with the claim.
(2) Skive out and record DOT numbers Goodyear tires only. Attach to repair Order
NOTE: DO NOT remove the DOT numbers on Michelin tires.
(a) For original treads: • Record the full DOT serial number required for Repair Order entry. • If the unisteel tire casing is retread-able, only skive out part of the DOT serial number Goodyear only, making sure to leave the date code (last 4 digits) on the tire. If the casing is not retreadable, you must skive out the complete serial number Goodyear only. (b) For retreads, in addition to the above: • Skive out the most recent retread serial number, which can be found molded onto the sidewall.Goodyear only • Identify the retread tread design and include this information (with the tire size, description, tread depth and DOT info) in the Warranty section of the Repair Order. (3) Write the asset number on the inside of the tire (4) Find the average depth. Do not take the measurement on the tread wear indicator. Tread wear indicators are marked on the side of the tire by either a triangle or the letters TWI embossed on the side of the tread.
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NOTE: NOTE: when checking the tread depths on the G647 measure on space bar not on stone ejectors.
Tire Warranty Procedures: Warranty Screen in SFS - Please provide a detailed complaint, cause and correction along with the following information as shown in the attachment: DOT number, Retread DOT number (If applicable), Product Code, Tire size, Type and Tread Depth. See Figure 1 DOT Number - Goodyear requires that we skive the first 8 of the DOT serial number (except for damage claims). Attach the skived number to the RO and place in the asset file. Be sure to leave the remaining 3 or 4 numbers if the tire is retreadable. Michelin does not require the removal of the DOT number. Out of Balance - Remember to use "Tire" in the asset field on the RO for a tire that does not balance (reference section 4-20 of the Tire Manual for balancing procedure). Damage Claim - If a tire comes apart and damages the vehicle, retain the tire, do not skive the DOT and wait for return instructions from The Warranty Dept. We can recover all costs associated with the repair. Tire Retention - Tires are to be held for 30 days from the date the warranty RO is submitted. A notification will be sent with shipping instructions should the tire need to be returned for inspection. After 30 days, please return the tire to the dealer for retread or disposal. Please Note: Casings are covered under warranty for 7 years on steel/steel tires and the retreads are covered on a prorated basis for the life of the retread.
Vendor Location (5) At vendor locations, the approved vendor supplies the fleet manager with information required in steps 1-9 and forwards to the fleet manager or delegate. (6) The fleet manager completes the Warranty Repair Order. (7) Retain the tire at the vendor location or at the station where the vehicle is located. See step 11 for disposal information.
Solideal Warranty Procedures (1) Requests for warranty on Solideal tires are to be filed through your local Goodyear dealer. (2) Complete a Warranty Parts Tag and attach to tire. (3) Contact the local dealer with the failure information. (4) The dealer will replace the tire. If the cause of the failure is warrantable, the tire will be replaced at no charge. (5) To file the warranty Repair Order for the tire, use influence code 03815 on the Repair Order and use a part cost of $.0 (zero) for the tire cost. This information let's the warranty department know the tire was replaced at no cost to FedEx. (6) If the tire is not warrantable the dealer will provide the reason via a call to you or will be written on the invoice for the replacement tire. (7) If you are in disagreement with the warranty rejection, contact the Tire Program Administrator for assistance.
Goodyear Property Damage Claim Procedure When a Goodyear tire failure causes any body/sheetmetal, etc. damage, the following procedures must be taken to process a Goodyear tire warranty damage claim: (1) Save tire until instructed to do otherwise. (2) On the inside of the tire print the asset #, wheel location, date, Alpha/Numeric location and RO#. (3) Pictures are not required to file a property damage claim. (4) DO NOT remove the DOT casing serial number or the DOT recap serial number from the tire. Goodyear has asked that these DOT serial numbers remain intact on the tire for more positive tire identification.
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Figure 1 Warranty Parts Tag
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2-10: DOT Serial Number System
The Department of Transportation requires tires intended for use on the highway in the U.S., regardless of where manufactured, to have a special DOT serial number. The letters “DOT” must be printed near the serial number indicating that the tire has passed special DOT test requirements.
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) DOT MA L9 ABCD (a) 039 (b) 0100
(1) DOT — tire meets or exceeds Department of Transportation safety standards (2) MA — code number assigned by DOT to the manufacturing plant (3) L9 — tire size code number (4) ABCD — optional symbols of the manufacturer to identify the brand or other important characteristics of the tire (5a) 039 — date of manufacture; the first 2 numbers indicate the week of the year and the last number indicates the year (e.g., “039” is the third week of 1999) valid through 529 (52nd week of 1999) (5b) 0100 — date of manufacture; the first 2 numbers indicate the week of the year and the last 2 numbers indicate the year, effective beginning with 0100 (1st week of 2000)
RETREAD DOT When a tire is retreaded, the retreader is required to apply a new DOT number on the tire. This number is branded or slugged in the sidewall of the tire near the original tire DOT. If branded, the numbers should be 1/32” (.8mm) deep. The retread DOT number consists of an “R” followed by 3 letters identifying the retreader, followed by a 3- or 4-digit date code.
(1) (2) (3) RLKA(a) 449 (b) 0100
(1) R — retread (2) LKA — retreading plant (3a) 449 — date of retread; the first 2 numbers indicate the week of the year and the last number indicates the year (e.g., “449” is the 44th week of 1999) valid through 529 (52nd week of 1999) (3b) 0100 — date of retread; the first 2 numbers indicate the week of the year and the last 2 numbers indicate the year, effective beginning with 0100 (1st week of 2000)
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Chapter 3: Tire Applications
3-5: Approved Tread Types 3-10: Vehicle Tire Pressure Specifications 3-15: GSE Tire Pressure Specifications 3-20: Engineering Data 3-25: FedEx Vehicle Tire Size Substitution 3-30: Approved Retread Applications 3-35: Retreading Guidelines 3-40: Returned as Received (RAR) Casings
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3-5: Approved Tread Types
The following are the only tire tread patterns (new and retread) approved to run on FedEx vehicles (see Table 1 and Table 2). Any exceptions must have prior approval. Send an online Tire Exception Request from the Tires web page at the Global Vehicles website, or from the email bulletin board VEHICLE-MAINTENANCE to the fleet manager and senior fleet manager for approval. The senior fleet manager should email the request to Lou Nathan, [email protected] for final approval. Copies of approved exceptions must be retained by the Vehicle Maintenance shop in a Tire Exception file. Table 1 PUD
Vehicle Type Wheel Position Tread Type Tire
V250 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W300 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W450 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W500 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W600 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W700 Steer/Drive G947 M+S C700 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W700/WC700 Steer/Drive G947 M+S W900 Steer/Drive G947 M+S
W350/W450 (Sprinter) (15” wheels) Steer/Drive Cargo G26
W350/W450 (Sprinter) (15” wheels) Steer/Drive Cargo Vector
V150 (Safari) Steer/Drive Safari AWR P150 (S10)
S900 Steer G947 M+S (225/70R19.5)
V250, W300, W450, W500, W600, W700, C700, W700/WC700, W900, Drive G622 S900 (225/70R19.5)
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Tire Exception Request Form Click this link to go to the online form. This form is be used to request authorization to ORDER & USE tires that are not currently on the APPROVED list for requested vehicles and/or the location. E-Mail to Fleet Manager if approved will forward to Sr. Fleet Manager for approval. If approved Sr. Fleet Manager will forward, to Tire Program Administrator for final approval. Goodyear Product Code Request Form Click this link to go to the online form. This form is to be used to request the addition of a GOODYEAR PRODUCT CODE that is not currently on the TIRE ORDER SCREEN. All requested information must be completed for this request to be considered. Forward to your manager, if approved forward to Sr Manager for approval. Sr Manager forwards to Tire Program Administrator for final approval. Table 2 CTV
Vehicle Type Wheel Position Tread Type Tire
TR2/TR3 (255/70R22.5) Steer XZE
S2/S900/S1100/S1300 (275/80R22.5) XDA-HT Drive S1500 New
S2/S900/S1100/S1300 (295/75R22.5) G372 Drive S1500 Retread
S2/S900/S1100/S1300 (275/80R22.5) Steer XZE TR2/TR3 (275/80R22.5)
TR2 (tractor 2 axle) XDA-HT TR3 (tractor 3 axle) Drive New (275/80R22.5)
TR2 (tractor 2 axle) G372 TR3 (tractor 3 axle) Drive Retread (295/75R22.5)
T2/T2.5/T4/T4.5/T5 All XT1 CD (Converter Dolly) All New (275/80R22.5)
T2/T2.5/T4/T4.5/T5 All G314 CD (Converter Dolly) All Retread (275/80R22.5)
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GSE INDUSTRIAL APPROVED TREAD TYPES
ERP TRACTION ERS RIB ERS SMOOTH
ERS TRACTION EXTRA DEEP PNEUMATIC HAULER LT
SOLI-THANE ZZ RIB
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3-10: Vehicle Tire Pressure Specifications
V150 PANEL VAN
Specified Cold Steer Drive Pressure Sub Type Make Model Year Size Load Tire Steer Tire Drive Range Design Product Code Design Product Code Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 1002
V150 Chevy 1999-2002 LT215/75R15 D WRL HT 744-154-900 WRL HT 744-154-900 45 / 310 45 / 310 Safari 2WD
V150 Chevy 1999-2002 LT215/75R15 C WRL AT/S 411-154-177 WRL 411-154-177 45 / 310 45 / 310 Safari 4WD AT / S
V250 PANEL VAN
Specified Cold Steer Pressure Sub Load Tire Steer Drive Drive Type Make Model Year Size Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01001 V250 Chevy 1989-1990 8.75R16.5LT E G159 139-357-359 G159 139-357-359 50 / 345 60 / 410 G159 254-095-027 G622 254-095-411 V250 Chevy 1991-1992 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411 V250 Dodge 1988-1992 LT225/75R16 E 947RSSG 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G947 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411 V250 Ford 1984 8.75R16.5LT E G159 139-357-359 G159 139-357-359 50 / 345 60 / 410 G159 254-095-027 G622 254-095-411 V250 Ford 1984 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G947 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
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Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Type Make Model Year Size Range Tire Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa V250 Ford 1985-1991 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411 V250 Ford 1992-2005 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411 V250 GMC 1998-2005 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411. V250 Ford 2006 LT245/75R16 E G947RSS 139-082-305 G947RSS 139-082-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-705-428 G933 139-082-304 G647 254-705-418 G622 254-705-411. V250 Ford 2007 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411.
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P150 PICK-UP
Specified Cold Steer Drive Pressure Sub Type Make Model Year Size Load Tire Steer Tire Drive Range Design Product Code Design Product Code Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 1502
P150 Chevy S-10 1999-2002 P205/75R15 S WRL RT/S 137-862-568 WRL RT/S 137-862-568 35 / 241 35 / 241
P150 GMC 1999-2002 P205/75R15 S WRL RT/S 137-862-568 WRL RT/S 137-862-568 35 / 241 35 / 241 Sonoma
P250 PICK-UP
Specified Cold Steer Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Sub Type Make Model Year Size Range Tire Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 1505
P250 4x4 Ford 2004-2005 LT235/85R16 E G933 139-080-304 G933 139-080-304 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-202-428 G622 254-202-411
P250 4x4 GMC 2004-2005 LT245/75R16 E G933 139-082-304 G933 139-082-304 50 / 345 60 / 410 G647 254-705-428 G622 254-705-411
P250 4x4 Ford 2006-2007 LT245/75R17 E BFG BFG 75 / 515 80 / 550 All Terrain 10209 All Terrain 10209 BFG Rugged 86693 86693 Tra il T/A
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W300 WALK-IN
DANGEROUS
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01102
W300 Chevy 1991-1996 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 60 / 410 80 / 550 G647 254-350-428 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W300 Ford 1992-1995 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 60 / 410 80 / 550 G647 254-350-428 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W300 GMC 1995-1996 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 60 / 410 80 / 550 G647 254-350-428 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W350/W450 (SPRINTER)
Specified Cold Load Steer Steer Drive Drive Pressure Sub Type Make Model Year Size Range Tire Design Product Code Tire Design Product Code Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 1102
W350 Frght 1999-2002 225/70R15C D Cargo G26 771-022-211 Cargo G26 771-022-221 55 / 370 55 / 370 W450 Cargo Vector 771-283-119 Cargo Vector 771-283-119 55 / 370 55 / 370 Cargo UltraGrip 771-051-304 55 / 370
W450 Frght 2003 225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65/450 65/450 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W450 Dodge 2004 225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65/450 65/450 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
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W500 WALK-IN
DANGEROUS
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01105
W500 Frght 2004 225/70R19.5 G G647 139-172-053 G947RSS 139-172-053 85 / 590 95 / 660 *G647 254-337-428 *G647 254-337-418 *G622 254-337-410
NOTE: The product code is the same for all 225/70R19.5. When requesting this retread, contact the dealer and inform them that you need this retread on a “G” rated load range tire.
W590 WALK-IN
DANGEROUS
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01102
W590 Ford 2007 225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65/450 65/450 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
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W600 WALK-IN
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01102
W600 Chevy 1984-1988 8R19.5 F G647RSS 139-699-080 G647RSS 139-699-080 60 / 410 80 / 550 G647 254-080-428 G622 254-483-410
W600 Ford 1985-1996 LT235/85R16 E G947RSS 139-080-305 G947RSS 139-080-305 60 / 410 80 / 550 G647 254-202-428 G933 139-080-304 G647 254-202-418 G622 254-202-411
W700 WALK-IN
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01103
W700 Chevy 1985-1987 8R19.5 F G947RSS 139-699-080 G947RSS 139-699-080 65 / 450 65 / 450 G622 254-483-410
W700 Chevy 1990-1995 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65 / 450 65 / 450 G647 254-339-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W700 Ford 1985-1992 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65 / 450 65 / 450 G647 254-339-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W700 Ford 1993-1994 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65 / 450 65 / 450 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 2007 G647 254-350-418 G622 254-350-411
W700 GMC 1995-1996 225/70R19.5 F G947RSS 139-418-053 G947RSS 139-418-053 65 / 450 65 / 450 G647 254-337-428 G647 254-337-418 G622 254-337-410
Class 01105
W700 Frght 1996-2006 225/70R19.5 F G947RSS 139-418-053 G947RSS 139-418-053 85 / 590 80 / 550 G647 254-337-428 G124 139-418-774 G647 254-337-418 G622 254-337-410
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C700/WC700 WALK-IN
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01103
C700 Ford 1986-1992 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65 / 450 65 / 450 G647 254-339-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 G622 254-350-418 254-350-411
C700 Ford 1993-1996 LT225/75R16 E G947RSS 139-072-305 G947RSS 139-072-305 65 / 450 65 / 450 G647 254-350-428 G933 139-072-304 G647 G622 254-350-418 254-350-411
WC700 Frght 1998-2005 225/70R19.5 F G647RSS 139-418-053 G647RSS 139-418-053 85 / 590 80 / 550 G647 254-337-428 G124 139-418-774 G647 G622 254-337-418 254-337-410
W900 WALK-IN
Specified Cold Steer Pressure Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Steer Drive Design PSI / PSI / KPa KPa Class 01103
W900 Osh 1993-1994 225/70R19.5 F G647RSS 139-418-053 G647RSS 139-418-053 95 / 650 95 / 650 G647 254-337-428 G124 139-418-774 G647 254-337-418 G622 254-337-410
W900 Navistar 1993-1996 245/70R19.5 F G647RSS 139-178-080 G647RSS 139-178-080 95 / 650 95 / 650 G647 254-310-428 G124 139-418-774 G647 254-310-418 G622 254-310-410
W900 Frght 1998-2002 225/70R19.5 F G647RSS 139-418-053 G647RSS 139-418-053 95 / 650 95 / 650 G647 254-337-428 G124 139-415-774 G647 254-337-418 G622 254-337-410
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S2 STRAIGHT TRUCK
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01202
S2 Ford 1984-1992 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Frght 1983-2002 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 GMC 1987-1989 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Navistar 1987-1996 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
Class 01203
S2 Ford 1984-1992 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Hino 1986-1988 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Isuzu 1991 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Mack 1998 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Navistar 1988-1990 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S2 Volvo 1987 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
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S750/S900/S1100/S1300 STRAIGHT TRUCK
Specified Cold Steer Drive Sub Load Steer Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Tire Type Range Product Code Product Code Design Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01205
S750 Sterling 2008 215/75R17.5 F RHS 756-264-592 RHS 756-264-592 100 / 690 100 / 690
S900 Isuzu 1990-1991 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S900 Navistar 1995-1996 225/70R19.5 F G647RSS 139-418-053 G647RSS 139-418-053 85 / 590 95 / 650 G647 254-337-418
S1100 Navistar 1996 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S1100 Frght 1997-2002 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S1100 Navistar 1989 11R22.5 G G149RSA 138-802-125 XDA-HT 138-802-432 90 / 620 90 / 620 G372 254-047-530
S1300 Frght 1998-2004 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
S1500 Frght 1999-2004 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
YARD MULE
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Axle Size Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Steer 12000 5443 6000 2721 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 90 621 295/75R22.5 G286 Recap 254-817-482 Drive 30000 13608 7500 3402 G 90 621 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
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TR2 TRACTOR
NO CASH ON BOARD ON CASH NO
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01301
TR2 Ford 1982-1992 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR2 Ford 1992-1993 11R22.5 G G149RSA 138-802-125 G328 138-802-271 90 / 620 90 / 620 254-086-726
TR2 Frght 1986-2007 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR2 GMC 1987 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR2 Inter 1995 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR2 Navistar 1986-1998 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
Class 01306
TR2 Inter 1993-1998 255/70R22.5 H XZE 61737 XD-2 50575 5695790 90 / 620 G372 254-817-530 / 620
TR3 TRACTOR
NO C ASHONBOARD
The World On Time
ICC NUMBER
Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa Class 01302
TR3 Inter 1987-1988 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR3 Inter 1990-1991 255/70R22.5 H XZE 61737 XD-2 74493 90 / 620 90 / 620 G372 56957
TR3 Frght 1998-2004 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
Class 01304
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Specified Cold Steer Sub Load Steer Drive Drive Pressure Make Model Year Size Tire Type Range Product Code Tire Design Product Code Design Steer Drive PSI / KPa PSI / KPa TR3 Ford 1990 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR3 Frght 1989-2007 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR3 Inter 1990-2006 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
TR3 VolvoGM 1990-1993 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
Class 01305
TR3 Inter 1990-1991 275/80R22.5 G XZE 73348 XDA-HT 50575 90 / 620 90 / 620 295/75R22.5 G372 254-817-530
Class 01307
TR3 Frght 1996-2004 255/70R22.5 H G169 61737 XD-2 74493 90 / 620 90 / 620 G372 56957
TR3 Inter 1993-1995 255/70R22.5 H G169 61737 XD-2 74493 90 / 620 90 / 620 G372 56957
T2-T5 TRAILER/CONVERTER DOLLY
DANGEROUS
Load Specified Cold Sub Type Make Model Year Size Tire Design Product Code Range Pressure Class 01401
T2/T2.5 All 1982-2002 275/80R22.5 GXT-1 19518 90 (620 KPa) 295/75R22.5 PXT-1 57053
Class 01402
T4/T4.5 Utility 1990-2002 255/70R22.5 H PXT-1 99425 90 (620 KPa)
T4 Nuvan 1995-2002 275/80R22.5 GXT-1 19518 90 (620 KPa) 295/75R22.5 PXT-1 57053
Class 01404, 01405, 01406
T4-T5 All 1982-2002 275/80R22.5 GXT-1 19518 90 (620 KPa) 295/75R22.5 PXT-1 57053
Class 01411
CD All All 275/80R22.5 GXT-1 19518 90 (620 KPa) 295/75R22.5 PXT-1 57053
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CARGO TRACTORS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Pressure Model/Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa
Tug or Tiger: 10 Ply ZZ Rib Solideal NHS 659-810-014 7000 3175 1150 522 6.50-10 E 45 310 Front TUBE 197-722-740 M1A Front 7000 3175 1150 522 6.90-9 E 10 Ply ZZ Rib Solideal NHS 659-810-204 45 310 9.50R16.5 D Workhorse Extra Grip 752-472-068 45 310 G647 (Rib) 254-350-418 225/75R16 E 45 310 G622 254-350-411 Tug or Tiger: 7000 3175 2350 1066 8.75-16.5 E Workhorse RIB 313-175-090 45 310 Rear Optional Sizes Optional Tread Designs G647 (Rib) 254-339-418 215/85R16 E 45 310 G622 254-339-411 G647 (Rib) 254-202-418 235/85R16 E 45 310 G622 254-202-411 Front 10 x 4 x 6 1/2 Solideal ERS 659-113-010 GVW Blue Giant N/A Solideal N/A N/A 3675 lbs Rear 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 659-113-062 Soli-Thane GVW Front 165R13 8 Ply 65 448 Toyota 2471 lbs 6836 lbs Rear 28 x 8.15 12 Ply 100 690
GPU - GROUND POWER UNITS
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Specified Cold Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Arvico 2670 1211 900 408 5.30-12 C 4 Ply Rib 659-003-003 60 414 Hobart 5900 2676 1800 816 6.90/6,00-9 D Solideal 8 Ply 659-211-010 100 690 S & S 5800 2361 1600 726 20.5 x 8x10 E Solideal Rib 10 Ply 659-020-003 65 448 Jet X 2670 1211 800 363 5.30 x 12 B 6 Ply 659-003-003 95 655
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REFUELING CARTS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Front and 6.90/6,00-9 6000 2722 1500 680 D Solideal 8 Ply 659-211-010 100 690 Rear 10 ply NHS
TOW BARS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Heavy 1170 531 600 272 16.5x6.5-8 (4) Rib 659-002-001 28 193 Light 600 272 300 136 4.10-6 (4) Rib 659-003-001 28 193 DC10/MD11 N/A N/A N/A N/A 400 x 8 N/A Solideal 659-913-120 N/A N/A
PUSHBACK TOWBARLESS TRACTOR TPX 200 MT
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Specified Cold Axle Size Load Range Tire Design Product Code Pressure Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Steer 36,410 16,515 13,228 6,000 295/60R22.5 149/146L Marathon LHS 756-617-089 160* 1100 Front 36,410 16,515 37,479 17,000 445/65R22.5 169K G465 759-618-398 174* 1200
NOTE: Maximum speed 5 MPH and pushing back aircraft • *Nitrogen inflation and no retreads or repairs • Following restrictive additional conditions apply: • Tires not to be regrooved nor retreaded. • Tires to be physically scrapped after any emergency stop while towing an aircraft. • Tires to be used with rims certified capable of operating at above conditions.
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AIRCRAFT PUSHBACK TRACTORS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa 14.00-20 24 WRL 3A E3 123-428-645 102 703 T300 60000 27216 15000 6804 365/80R20 J G159 756-848-903 130 896 16.00-25 32 HR RIB 4S 125-509-420 120 827 T500 120000 54431 30000 13608 16.00R25 3* EV-3+ (1)155-426-424 120 996 445/95R25 177E GP2B EL3 (2)155-214-214 130 896 16.00-25 32 HR RIB 4S 125-509-420 120 827 B1200 110000 49895 30000 13608 16.00R25 3* EV-3+ (1)155-426-424 120 996 GT100 445/95R25 177E GP2B EL3 (2)155-214-214 130 896 G149 RSA 138-946-204 GT1628 28000 12700 8400 3810 900R20 12 95 655 G124 138-366-759 1600-25 32 HR RIB 4S 125-509-420 120 827 GT100 100000 45359 30000 13608 16.00R25 3* EV-3+ (1)155-426-424 120 996 4147 1881 Rear 750-20 D G622 254-470-410 76 524 GT32 32000 14515 4147 1881 Rear 825-20 E G622 254-499-410 85 586 12215 5541 Front 1200-20 18 Ply G386 138-389-427 98 676 GT50H 60000 27216 15000 6804 365/80R20 J G159 756-848-903 130 896 G286 138-391-553 T300 54000 24494 16200 7348 12.00 x 24 16 98 676 G177 138-391-231 B700 60000 27216 18000 8165 1400R25 3* RL4L 152-711-207 116 800 NOTE: GT32 Rear Tire option is 900R20 on some versions. Clearance must be verified before application. 1) The replacement is a radial tire for U.S. and must be replaced by axle. 2) This tire is only available in Europe. If needed in U.S. contact Tire Administrator.
COOLING UNITS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa
Front and Rear 3200 1452 1100 499 4.80-12 C Rib 659-003-002 90 621
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HEATING UNITS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa
Front and Rear 4000 1814 1000 454 6.90 x 9 D Solideal 8 Ply 659-211-010 100 689
AIR STARTER UNITS
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa 8.00-16.5 D Safari SJR 357-372-034 60 414 8.75-16.5 E Safari SJR 312-175-090 60 414 9.50-16.5 E Safari SJR 312-218-090 50 345 Front 12600 5715 2200 998 225/75R16 E G647 312-350-418 65 448 215/85R16 E G647 254-339-418 65 448 235/85R16 E G647 254-202-418 50 345 9.50-16.5 E Workhorse 312-218-090 80 552 225/75R16 E G647 254-350-418 80 552 Rear 12000 5443 3850 1746 215/85R16 E G647 254-339-418 80 552 235/85R16 E G647 254-202-418 80 552
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BELT LOADER
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Pressure Axle Size Tire Design Product Code Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa
Front 7300 3311 2250 1021 225/75R16 E G947 (Rib) 139-072-305 65 448
Rear 7300 3311 1400 635 225/75R16 E G647 (Rib) 254-350-418 45 310
ELECTRIC BELT LOADER
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Front 4250 1928 2125 964 6.90 x 9 D Solideal Rib 8 Ply 659-211-010 100 686 Rear 4250 1928 2125 964 700 x 12 N/A Solideal ERS 659-112-204 N/A N/A
BURDEN CARRIER
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Front and Rear 1130 513 715 324 5.70-8 D Rib 659-211-006 50 345
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CREWSTAIRS - WIDE BODY
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Specified Cold Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Rear 2200 998 1100 499 20.5x8.0-10 E Rib 659-020-003 50 345 Rear 6600 2994 3300 1497 20.5x8.0-10 E Rib 659-020-003 90 621
CREWSTAIRS - NARROW BODY
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Specified Cold Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Rear 2146 973 1073 487 400-8 6 Ply Rib 659-020-003 105 724
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DEICER
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Pressure Axle Size Tire Design Product Code Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Ford D40D 13500 6123 6750 3062 1100R20 H G159 138-382-848 120 830 FRONT Ford D40D G177 138-382-231 30500 13835 7625 3459 1100R20 H 120 830 REAR G177 Retread 254-045-072 FMC or Global 14000 6350 7000 3175 12R22.5 H G159 138-864-903 120 830 FL-80 FRONT FMC or Global G177 138-874-230 FL-80 30000 13620 6750 3062 12R22.5 H 140 968 REAR G177 Retread 254-092-072
LANDING GEAR SERVICE TRAILER
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Load Pressure Axle Size Tire Design Product Code Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Front and Rear 4000 1814 1000 454 6.00-9 E Rib 659-211-010 100 690
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LIGHT UNIT
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa Single 1600 726 800 363 P175/80R13 B Kelly Celebrity 356-307-237 26 179 Single 2750 1247 1400 635 P215/75R15 B Kelly Celebrity 356-262-237 32 221
N2 OR O2 CART
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Specified Cold Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa 3 tires 1000 454 500 227 4.80-8 D Rib 659-211-002 40 276
PERSONAL CARRIER (ELECTRIC CART)
Specified Cold Gross Weight Max Tire Load Axle Size Load Tire Design Product Code Pressure Range Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa 3 tires 1100 499 600 262 4.80-8 D Rib 659-211-002 40 276 4 Tires 900 408 225 102 18 x 18.5-8 B Power Rib 214-428-146 22 152 Golf Ct
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REFUELER (A/C) GARSITE 10K
Specified Gross Weight Max Tire Load Max Speed Cold Model/Axle Size Load Tire Product Code Pressure Range Design Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. MPH KPH PSI KPa G159 756-848-903 Steer 16750 7598 10787 4893 365/80R20 J 15 24 G286 115 793 254-354-482 Retread G159 756-848-903 Rear Drives 38900 17645 10787 4893 365/80R20 J 15 24 G286 115 793 254-354-482 Retread
REFUELER (A/C) GARSITE 15K
Specified Gross Weight Max Tire Load Max Speed Cold Load Tire Pressure Model/Axle Size Range Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. MPH KPH PSI KPa G286 759-983-541 Front Steer 20200 9163 10320 4682 385/65R22.5 J 20 32 G286 125 862 254-355-482 Retread EV4M 152-714-429 Retread Rear Drive 54800 24857 18500 8392 1400R24 3* 15 24 CCT 95 655 255-397-841 Precision Cut G286 Tag Axle 20400 9254 5715 2593 275/80R22.5 G 20 32 254-817-482 95 655 Retread
REFUELER (A/C) RAMPMASTER 15K
Specified Gross Weight Max Tire Load Max Speed Cold Load Tire Pressure Model/Axle Size Range Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. MPH KPH PSI KPa G286 756-983-556 HSS Front 23700 10773 11850 5375 315/80R22.5 L 15 24 130 896 G286 254-354-482 Retread GP2B 756-848-903
445/80R25 170 Retread Rear 41900 19006 23375 10603 15 24 CCT 115 793 (17.5R25) E 255-637-841 Precision Cut
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SWEEPER TRUCKS
Specified Gross Weight Max Tire Load Max Speed Cold Model/Axle Size Load Tire Product Code Pressure Range Design Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. MPH KPH PSI KPa G159 756-848-903 Steer 16750 7598 10787 4893 365/80R20 J 15 24 G286 115 793 254-354-482 Retread FMC or Global 14000 6350 7000 3175 12R22.5 H G159 138-864-903 120 830 FL-80 FRONT G159 756-848-903 Rear Drives 38900 17645 10787 4893 365/80R20 J 15 24 G286 115 793 254-354-482 Retread
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Specified Cold Load Pressure Axle Size Range Tire Design Product Code Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. PSI KPa LT215/85R16 Small - Isuzu NPR 12500 5670 2150 975 E G647 Recap 254-339-418 65 448 Dual Rears Large FL-70 30000 13608 5510 2500 11R22.5 G G286 Recap 254-086-482 90 621 GMC Yopkic 26000 11793 5510 2500 1000R20 G G286 Recap 254-040-482 90 621
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COMMANDER 15 LOADER
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Drive 12000 5443 6000 2722 300-15 Solideal Magnum 659-412-121 32.43 82.4 26.8 68.1 Bogey 7400 3357 3700 1678 12 x 5 x 8 Solideal Poly 659-914-800 12.00 30.5 11.00 27.9
COMMANDER 30 LOADER
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Drive 29600 13426 14800 6713 1200-20 Solideal Magnum 659-412-102 43.26 109.9 36.4 92.5 Solideal Cushion Bogey 11600 5262 5800 2630 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 659-113-066 18.00 45.7 16.3 41.4 Rubber Bogey 11600 5262 5800 2630 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 Solideal Poly 659-932-400 18.00 45.7 16.3 41.4
COMMANDER 30 HEAVY LOADER
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Bogey 12800 5806 6400 2903 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 Solideal 659-113-066 18.00 45.7 16.3 41.4 Bogey 12800 5806 6400 2903 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 Solideal Poly 659-932-400 18.00 45.7 16.3 41.4 Specified Cold Pressure Psi kPa Drive 51200 23224 25900 11612 1200R20 XZM G386 J 138-389-427 * 95 * 660
* NOTE: Foam filled to PSI equivalent.
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5000 LB FORK LIFT YALE/TOYOTA
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Steer N/A N/A N/A N/A 6.00-9 4.0 Solideal ERS 659-112-120 20.8 52.8 16.9 42.9
Drive N/A N/A N/A N/A 7.00-12 5.0 Solideal ERS 659-112-204 25.9 65.8 21.5 54.6
3000-3500 LB FORK LIFT CATERPILLAR
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Steer N/A N/A N/A N/A 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 Solideal ERP 659-113-062 18 457 16.3 413
Drive N/A N/A N/A N/A 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 Solideal ERP 659-113-062 18 457 16.3 413
5000 LB FORK LIFT CATERPILLAR
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Steer N/A N/A N/A N/A 16 x 5 x 10 1/2 Solideal ERP 659-113-036 16 406 14.4 365
Drive N/A N/A N/A N/A 18 x 8 x 12 1/8 Solideal ERP 659-113-064 18 457 16.3 413
4000 LB FORK LIFT CLARK
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Steer N/A N/A N/A N/A 18 x 7 x 12 1/8 Solideal ERP 659-113-062 18 457 16.3 413
Drive N/A N/A N/A N/A 18 x 8 x 12 1/8 Solideal ERP 659-113-064 18 457 16.3 413
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DOLLY CART
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Tire with Assembly 659-913-120
Either 17650 8006 4413 2001 400 x 8 Tire Only 659-113-120 16.00 40.6 14.5 36.8
Non Marking Tire/Assy 659-913-150
LD3 DOLLY CART
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm Tire with Assembly 659-913-120
Either 9400 4264 4700 2132 400 x 8 Tire Only 659-113-120 16.00 40.6 14.5 36.8
Non Marking Tire/Assy 659-913-150
BAGGAGE CART
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Inch Inch Front and Rear 5900 2675 1967 892 6.90-9 Solideal 8 Ply 659-211-010 100 690
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TRANSPORTER
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter
Model Size Tire Design Product Code Removal Lbs. New New Inch MM Inch Mm T (L) 750-17 A (R)26200 11895 18x9x12 1/8 Solideal ERP 659-113-066 18.0 457 16.3 413 2 0 Deck 13x5x6 FMC 36500 16556 10000 4536 8.25x15 6.5 Solideal ERS 659-212-062 32.2 818 26.5 673 FMC 15000 7350 8.25x15 6.5 Solideal ERS 659-212-062 32.2 818 26.5 673 CPT7 FMC Industrial Traction 15000 7350 8.25x15 6.5 659-212-254 32.2 818 26.5 673 CPT7 Retread
TRANSITION DECK
Gross Weight Max Tire Load Overall Diameter Axle Size Tire Design Product Code New Removal Lbs. Kg. Lbs. Kg. Inches Cm Inches Cm All 17650 8006 4413 2001 400 x 8 Tire with Assembly 659-913-120 16.00 40.6 13.4 34.0
All 17650 8006 4413 2001 400 x 8 Tire 659-113-120 16.00 40.6 13.4 34.0
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3-20: Engineering Data
The specifications supplied in this section pertain to the casing of the referenced tire. Retreading information is used by the FedEx technician to verify that the correct size tread rubber is applied. This information is provided for reference only. The Michelin and Goodyear Engineering Specifications books will contain the most current information.
XZE The following engineering specifications are for XZE tires.
Applications •ST Steer •TR2 Steer •TR3 Steer
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Minimum Loaded Static Tread Depth Rim Dual Overall Overall Section Loaded Revs Buffing Base Tire Size Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Range IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
22 8.25 12.2 11.2 40.2 12.2 18.6 517 24 8.875 6175 110 5675 100 275/80R22.5 G (17.5) (209.6) (311) (284) (1021) (310) (473) (321) (610) (225.4) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
XDA-HT (NEW) The following engineering specifications are for XDA-HT tires.
Applications •ST Drive • TR2 Drive • TR3 Drive
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Load Depth Width Dual Width Diameter Section Loaded per Radius Base LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size 32nds Spacing & Growth Radius Width Range IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
30 8.25 12.2 10.9 40.8 12.1 19.2 509 28 9.125 6175 110 5675 100 275/80R22.5 G (16.1) (209.6) (311) (278) (1036) (307) (488) (315) (711.2) (232) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
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G372 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G372 tires.
Applications •ST Drive • TR2 Drive • TR3 Drive
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Minimum Loaded Static Tread Depth Rim Dual Overall Overall Section Loaded Revs Buffing Base Width Width Diameter per Radius Tire Size Load 32nds Spacing & Growth Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Range IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
30 8.25 12.9 11.1 41.1 12.1 19.2 508 26 8.875 6175 110 5675 100 295/75R22.5 G (24) (209.6) (328) (282) (1044) (307) (488) (316) (660) (225.4) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
G372 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G372 tires.
Applications •ST Drive • TR2 Drive • TR3 Drive
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Depth Dual Section Loaded Base Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size Range IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) IN. IN. (km) (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
30 8.25 12.9 11.1 41.1 12.1 19.2 508 26 8.875 6175 110 5675 100 295/75R22.5 G (24) (209.6) (328) (282) (1044) (307) (488) (316) (660) (225.4) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
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G338 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G338 tires.
Applications •ST Drive • TR2 Drive • TR3 Drive
(optional)
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Minimum Loaded Static Tread Depth Rim Dual Overall Overall Section Loaded Revs Buffing Base Tire Size Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Range (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
30 8.25 12.9 11.1 41 12.1 19.1 509 26 8.875 6175 110 5675 100 295/75R22.5 G (24) (209.6) (328) (282) (1041) (307) (485) (814) (660) (225.4) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
G164 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G164 tires.
Applications • TR3 Drive (255/70R22.5)
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Depth Dual Section Loaded Base Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size Range IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) IN. IN. (km) (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
22 7.50 11.3 10.0 36.9 10.7 17.2 564 24 8 5510 115 5070 115 255/70R22.5 H (17.5) (190.5) (287) (254) (937) (272) (272) (351) (610) (209.2) (2500) (790) (2300) (790)
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XT-1 TRAILER (NEW) The following engineering specifications are for XT-1 tires. .
Applications •Trailer •Dolly
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Depth Dual Section Loaded Base Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size Range IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) IN. IN. (km) (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
12 8.25 12.9 11.1 39.7 12.1 18.4 524 24 8.5 6175 110 5675 100 295/75R22.5 G (9.5) (209.6) (328) (282) (1008) (307) (467) () (610) (215.9) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
G314 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G314 tires.
Applications •Trailer •Dolly
Retread
Maximum Load at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Retreading Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Load Depth Width Dual Width Diameter Section Loaded per Radius Base LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size Range 32nds IN. Spacing IN. IN. & Growth Radius Mile IN. Width (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
12 8.25 12.9 11.1 39.8 12.1 18.6 518 26 8.875 6175 110 5675 100 295/75R22.5 G (9.5) (209.6) (328) (282) (1011) (307) (472) (322) (660) (225.4) (2800) (760) (2575) (690)
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G104 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G104 tires.
Applications • Trailer/Dolly (255/70R22.5)
Maximum Load at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Retreading Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Load Depth Width Dual Width Diameter Section Loaded per Radius Base LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size 32nds Spacing & Growth Radius Width Range IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
13 7.50 11.3 10 36.4 10.7 17.0 567 24 8 5510 120 5070 120 255/70R22.5 H (10.3) (190.5) (287) (254) (925) (272) (267) (253) (610) (209.2) (2500) (824) (2300) (824)
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G947 The following engineering specifications are for G947 tires.
Applications • W500 Steer/Drive • W700 Steer/Drive • W900 Steer/Drive • S900 Steer/Drive • PUD Steer/Drive
Maximum Load at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Retreading Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Load Depth Width Dual Width Diameter Section Loaded per Radius Base LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size 32nds Spacing & Growth Radius Width Range IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
16.5 6.75 10.0 8.9 32.2 9.5 15.0 646 22 7.5 3640 95 3415 95 225/70R19.5 F, G (13.2) (171.5) (254) (226) (818) (241) (381) (401) (559) (190.5) (1650) (660) (1550) (660)
16 6.00 9.9 8.5 30.5 9.4 14.2 676 14 7.5 2680 80 2470 80 LT215/85R16 E (11.9) (152.4) (252) (226) (775) (239) (361) (420) (356) (190.5) (1215) (550) (1120) (550)
16 6.00 10.2 8.7 29.4 9.5 13.7 701 14 7.5 2680 80 2470 80 LT225/75R16 E (11.9) (152.4) (259) (221) (747) (241) (348) (435) (356) (190.5) (1215) (550) (1120) (550)
16 6.50 10.8 9.6 30.9 10.3 14.4 667 14 8 3042 80 2778 80 LT235/85R16 E (11.9) (165.1) (274) (244) (785) (262) (366) (414) (356) (209.2) (1380) (550) (1260) (550)
15 6.5 10.8 9.6 30.9 10.3 14.4 667 14 8 3042 80 2778 80 LT245/75R16 E (11.9) (165.1) (274) (249) (785) (262) (366) (414) (356) (209.2) (1380) (550) (1260) (550)
G933 (NEW) G622 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G933 and G622 tires.
Applications • PUD Drive (Engineering approval required)
G933 (New Only) G622 (Retread)
Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Depth Dual Section Loaded Base Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size Range IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) IN. IN. (km) (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
15 6.00 9.9 8.5 30.4 9.3 14.3 683 16 7.5 2680 80 2470 80 215/85R16 E (11.9) (152.4) (251) (216) (772) (236) (363) (424) (406) (190.5) (1215) (550) (1120) (550)
15 6.00 10.2 8.7 29.4 9.5 13.7 701 14 7.5 2680 80 2470 80 225/75R16 E (11.9) (152.4) (259) (221) (747) (241) (348) (436) (406) (190.5) (1215) (550) (1120) (550)
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Maximum Load Retreading at Inflation Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Information Single Dual
Tread Minimum Loaded Static Tread Depth Rim Dual Overall Overall Section Loaded Revs Buffing Base Tire Size Load 32nds Width Spacing Width Diameter & Growth Radius per Radius Width LB PSI LB PSI Range IN. IN. IN. Mile IN. (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) IN. IN. (km) (mm) IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
15 6.50 10.8 9.5 30.9 10.3 14.4 673 14 8 3042 80 2778 80 235/85R16 E (11.9) (165.1) (274) (241) (785) (262) (366) (418) (406) (209.2) (1380) (550) (1260) (550)
G124 (NEW) G622 (RETREAD) The following engineering specifications are for G124 and G622 tires.
Applications • PUD Drive (Engineering approval required) (225/70R19.5)
G124 (New Only) G622 (Retread)
Maximum Load Inflated Dimensions Loaded Dimensions Retreading at Inflation Information Single Dual
Tread Rim Minimum Overall Overall Loaded Static Revs Buffing Tread Load Depth Width Dual Width Diameter Section Loaded per Radius Base LB PSI LB PSI Tire Size Range 32nds IN. Spacing IN. IN. & Growth Radius Mile IN. Width (KG) (KPa) (KG) (KPa) IN. IN. IN. IN. IN. (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (km) (mm) (mm)
19 6.75 10.0 8.9 32.4 9.5 15.1 641 22 7.5 3640 95 3415 95 225/70R19.5 F (15.2) (171.5) (254) (226) (823) (241) (384) (398) (559) (190.5) (1650) (660) (1550) (660)
20 7.50 11.0 10.2 33.2 11.0 15.5 626 24 8 4080 85 3875 85 245/70R19.5 F (16.1) (190.5) (279) (259) (843) (279) (394) (389) (610) (209.2) (1850) (590) (1760) (590)
22 7.50 11.3 10.0 36.9 10.7 17.2 564 24 8 5510 115 5070 115 255/70R22.5 H (17.5) (190.5) (287) (254) (937) (272) (272) (351) (610) (209.2) (2500) (790) (2300) (790)
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3-25: FedEx Vehicle Tire Size Substitution
Only the substitutions below are approved for FedEx vehicles. All tires on an axle must be the same size.
2-way substitution
LT 215/85R16 LT 225/75R16 LT 235/85R16 LT 245/75R16
8.75R16.5 9.50R16.5
1-way substitution
LT 215/85R16 7.50R16 LT (Do NOT use to replace LT215/85R16)
225/70R19.5 8R19.5 {6" (152mm) or wider rim only} (Do NOT use to replace 225/70R19.5)
CAUTION: DO NOT SUBSTITUTE THE LT225/75R16 FOR THE 7.50R16 LT.
CAUTION: DO NOT SUBSTITUTE THE LT225/75R16 ON SPRINTERS
When substitute tires are used, you must ensure that they meet the minimum dual spacing per the chart below, measured between tread centers of the mounted tires.
Tire Size Minimum Dual Spacing
LT 215/85R16 G647 = 9.9" (251mm)
LT 215/85R16 G133 = 9.9" (251mm)
LT 225/75R16 G647 = 10.2" (259mm)
LT 225/75R16 G133 = 10.2" (259mm)
LT 235/85R16 G647 = 10.8" (274mm) LT 235/85R16 G133 = 10.8" (274mm)
LT 245/75R16 G647 = 11.3" (287mm)
225/70R19.5 G647 = 10.0" (254mm)
Send questions about substituting tires to Global Vehicles Engineering, Tire Support Group, MEM/TN/38194-7261, (901) 434-7460. Ask your questions case by case, based on the difference of load ratings, MDS, and variety of approved rim widths.
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3-30: Approved Retread Applications
Mount retreads in approved wheel positions whenever possible based on availability.
APPROVED WHEEL POSITIONS • All V250 Vans and Pickup Trucks (including Nonrevenue) Steer • unisteel casings only • must pass NDT inspection • not more than two (2) retreads • maximum 2 nail hole repairs • Casing must be retreaded with a G647 tread design • No Bead or section repairs Drive – per retread guidelines
• Steer Axle Program W700-W900 - Local Fleet Maintenance Manager must approve use. Approval must be on file at location. • Must be first or second time Goodyear Unisteel casing only • Casing cannot be more then four years old • Must pass NDT inspection • Maximum 2 nail hole repair • Casing can have no bead or section repairs • Casing must be retreaded with a G647 tread design • Steer axle retread must be branded with "RSF-1" or “RSF 2” next to the to retread DOT serial number • Branding and DOT serial number must be on the tire outside where it can be seen
GY DESCRIPTION AND PRODUCT CODES FOR STEER AXLE USE
Tire Size Minimum Dual Spacing GY G647 Steer Product Code
LT 215/85R16 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-339-428
LT 225/75R16 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-350-428 LT 235/85R16 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-202-428
LT 245/75R16 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-705-428
225/70R19.5 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-337-428 245/70R19.5 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-310-428
8R19.5 G647 STEER APPROVED 254-080-428
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RETREAD CASING SPECIFICATIONS - 16" & 19.5" PUD RETREADS
Spec Limit STANDARD STEER APPROVED Casing Age None 4 yrs Number of Retreads No Limit Virgin and 2nd Casings Only Casing Type Steel/Steel Goodyear Steel/Steel Casing Model Any G647 NDT Must Pass Must Pass Nail Hole Unlimited 2 Mini Shoulder Section 2 min None 90 degrees apart Section Repair None None SW Spot Repair None None Bead Area Repairs Rubber Spot None Only Repair Branding None RSF-1 / RFS-2 Other Goodyear Retread Policies and Procedures
STEER AXLE WEIGHT LIMITS
Tire Size Maximum Weight Max. Wt. One Side
16” rim diameter (retread) 13 oz. (364g) 9 oz. (252g)
19.5” rim diameter (retread) 19 oz. (532g) 13 oz. (364g)
NOTE: If weight limit is over maximum rotate tire 180 degrees one time if still out of limits Warranty tire if tire cannot be used on rear axle.
• All Other Powered Trucks Drive wheel position only per retread guidelines Spare tires must be original tread
• Trailer and Converter Dolly All wheel positions
• GSE (Non-Licensed) All wheel positions
• GSE (Licensed) Steer • unisteel casings only • must pass NDT inspection • maximum 2 retreads per casing • maximum 2 nail hole repairs Drive – per retread guidelines
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3-35: Retreading Guidelines
NOTE: SIPED TREAD RUBBER IS NOT PERMITTED WITHOUT APPROVAL.
PUD TRUCKS Fabric ply casings are not to be retreaded.
Unisteel casings (steel belts and steel ply): Front • two (2) retreads permitted Rear • unlimited retreads permitted • 16/32” (12.6mm) G647 precure tread
NOTE: Lug type treads may only be used on drive wheels of pickup and delivery (PUD) vans with written authorization from Vehicle Engineering in Memphis. See 3-5: Approved Tread Types - Tire Exception Request.
HEAVY TRUCKS • Precure tread per approved tread designs
Drive Axle • two (2) retreads Only • No Age Limit (must pass Retreader NDT)
Trailer Axles and Dollies • Unlimited Retread Permitted • No Age Limit (must pass Retreader NDT)
UNISTEEL TIRE REPAIR LIMITS (See Figure 1.)
Up to 19.5” 22.5” Nail Hole Unlimited Unlimited Mini Shoulder Section Repair * 2 permitted Unlimited (minimum 90° apart) Area D-F Area C-E Section Repair Section repairs 2 permitted not permitted (minimum 90° apart) Maximum size: Area B-C 3/8” (9.7mm) x 3” (76mm) Area C-D 3/4” (19mm) diameter
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Area A-B 2-1/2” (64mm) 3” (76mm) nonrepairable area Bead Area Rubber only spot repair Rubber only spot repair * Refer to Repair Limits guideline in the 4-35: Tire Repair section of Chapter 4: Maintenance.
Nail hole repairs must be made using a patch and plug (or fill gum). Nail hole repairs may not overlap. All spot repairs must be finished to match the original tire contour and must be buffed to a RMA 1 texture. Rubber only spot repairs may be made according to Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company guidelines.
Figure 1
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3-40: Returned as Received (RAR) Casings
The following are causes for casings to be returned as received (RAR):
Code Condition TREAD TR1 Exposed belts (excessive rust) TR4 Separation * SIDEWALL SW1 Fatigue * SW3 Hole (too large to repair) SW4 Separation * SW5 Cracking (too extensive for repair) * SW6 Impact break SW9 Outside of Customer Specifications BEAD BD1 Cuts LINER LR1 Cracks (too extensive for repair) * LR3 Separation * REPAIR RE2 Section (too large, too close, or too many) RE4 Repair failure (unrepairable) * OTHER CONDITIONS RF1 Run flat ADJ Possible adjustment * These conditions may be warrantable.
When these conditions are within warranty guidelines, complete a warranty request with the FedEx Warranty department (for Goodyear casings). For any casing other than a Goodyear casing, file the warranty request with your local authorized vendor. All casings submitted to a Goodyear retreader must be recorded on a Goodyear Retread Work Order (G-85 or equivalent) by the vendor while at your location. When you agree with the total number of casings listed and the tread designs to be applied to each casing listed, have the vendor sign the work order. Keep a legible copy of the work order at your location. When the casings are returned, compare your copy of the work order to the Goodyear delivery receipt in the presence of the vendor. Make sure the total number of retreaded casings, the RAR casings, and the tread designs applied to the casings match. (This may not apply for multiple locations that pool tire casings.) All RAR tires must be retained at the FedEx location or by the vendor until a trained FedEx maintenance employee reviews them. Each tire must be inspected to determine whether the casing should be held at the FedEx location for filing of a warranty claim or transferred to the vendor supply point for disposal. After resolution of warranty claims and the FedEx location is notified, all scrap tires are to be transferred to the vendor supply point for disposal.
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Chapter 4: Maintenance
4-5: Routine Maintenance 4-10: Out-of-Service Conditions 4-15: Tire Mounting and Demounting 4-20: Tire Balancing 4-25: Tire Mating and Matching 4-30: Wheel/Tire Installation 4-35: Tire Repair 4-40: Alignment
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4-5: Routine Maintenance
ALL TIRES ARE TO BE INSPECTED AT INDICATED INTERVALS. The following are specified cold tire inflation pressures. Do not exceed maximum rated tire or rim pressures.
SPECIFIED COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES BY UNIT TYPE
Inspection Unit Type Front PSI (KPa) Rear PSI (KPa) Interval P150/V150 (P-Metric Tire Sizes) 35 (240) 35 (240) Monthly P150/V150 (LT Tire Sizes) 45 (310) 45 (310) Monthly V250 Ford 50 (345) 60 (410) Monthly GMC Savana, V250 50 (345) 60 (410) Monthly P250 50 (345) 60 (410) Monthly P250 2006 Ford 4x4 75 (525) 80 (550) Monthly W350 Sprinter, 15" 55 (378) 55 (378) Monthly W450 Sprinter, 16" 65 (450) 65 (450) Monthly W500 85 (590) 95 (660) Monthly W600 60 (410) 80 (550) Monthly W700 Ford, Chevrolet, GMC (14,000 GVWR and less) 65 (450) 65 (450) Monthly W700/WC700 Freightliner (16,000 GVWR) 85 (590) 80 (550) Monthly W900 95 (650) 95 (650) Monthly C700 65 (450) 65 (450) Monthly S900 (225/70R 19.5) 85 (590) 85 (590) Monthly S2, S900, S1100, S1300 90 (620) 90 (620) Monthly TR2, TR3, T2, T2.5, T4, T4.5, T5, Converter Dolly 90 (620) 90 (620) Monthly
All GSE is to be inspected at the regular scheduled PM inspection. Use the Figure 1 Routine Vehicle Tire Pressure Inspection form (see Figure 1 Routine Vehicle Tire Pressure Inspection) to ensure tires are always at the specified cold inflation pressure. Record the asset number, mark the wheel position, and record any comments. Use the intervals listed on the back of the form for the vehicle type being inspected. These records must have a running retention of 12 months. NOTE: Pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation indicated on the rim or tire without manufacturer authorization. Use the lower of the two specifications.
TREAD DEPTH REMOVAL SPECIFICATIONS Following are the removal tread depth specifications for tires in the FedEx fleet. Tires should be replaced when worn to these limits, unless earlier removal is required by state or local regulations. Tread depth should be
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PUD CTV Steer 4/32” (3.2mm) 4/32” (3.2mm) Drive 2/32” (1.6mm) 2/32” (1.6mm) Trailer/Dolly 2/32” (1.6mm)
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS Tread wear indicators are exposed when tires are worn to 2/32” (1.6mm). The position of the tread wear indicators are identified by markings on the side of the tire tread.
TWI
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Figure 1 Routine Vehicle Tire Pressure Inspection
Routine Vehicle Tire Pressure Inspection
Tire Position All wheel positions start at the #1 position (left rear tire) on the unit. Comments Asset No. 12345678910Spare 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Blank = Within +/- 5 psi specified cold inflation pressure. Place a ✓ in Comments column if all tires are within specs. A = Greater than 5 psi or less than 5 psi to 20% below specified cold inflation pressure. X = Any out-of-service condition (see back side for out-of-service conditions). Indicate condition code in Comments column. DATE: ___/___/___ Employee Name: ______Location ID: ______FedEx M-8246 159443 2/06
Form is available on the Tires main web page.
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ROUTINE VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURE INSPECTION
All tires are to be inspected at indicated intervals. The following are out of service conditions: RIM/WHEEL TIRES Code Description Code Description (R1) Bent, broken, or improperly seated lock ring (T1) Any tire with 20% less than specified cold (R2) Circumferential crack in rim or disc inflation pressure (deflate and remove from (R3) Weld repairs to rims or wheels service until inspected and repaired) (R4) Bent rim flange (T2) One tire of a dual assembly running flat (R5) Loose, missing, broken, cracked, or stripped (T3) Tires with tread depth below the specified fasteners removal criteria. – Steer tires with less than 4/32nds (R6) Worn or elongated bolt holes – Drive tires with less than 2/32nds (R7) Excessive runout (lateral and radial) – Trailer tires with less than 2/32nds (T4) Tire sidewall worn, damaged, cut, or cracked to extent that ply cord or bead reinforcements are exposed (T5) Any tire with severe weather cracking (depth in excess of 1/8") (T6) Tires of different construction on same axle (T7) Visible bumps, bulges, or knots apparently related to tread or sidewall separation Specified Cold Tire Inflation Pressure By Unit Type
Inspection Unit Type Front PSI (KPa) Rear PSI (KPa) Interval P150/V150 (P-Metric Tire Sizes) 35 (240) 35 (240) Monthly P150/V150 (LT Tire Sizes) 45 (310) 45 (310) Monthly V250 Ford 50 (345) 60 (410) Monthly GMC Savana, V250 50 (345) 60 (410) Monthly P250 50 (345) 60 (410) Monthly P250 Ford 17" 4x4 75 (525) 80 (550) Monthly W350 Sprinter 15" 55 (378) 55 (378) Monthly W450 Sprinter 16" 65 (450) 65 (450) Monthly W500 85 (590) 95 (650) Monthly W600 60 (410) 80 (550) Monthly W700 Ford, Chevrolet, GMC (14,000 GVWR and less) 65 (450) 65 (450) Monthly W700/WC700 Freightliner (16,000 GVWR) 85 (590) 80 (550) Monthly W900 95 (650) 95 (650) Monthly C700 65 (450) 65 (450) Monthly S900 (225/70R 19.5) 85 (590) 85 (590) Monthly S2, S900, S1100, S1300 90 (620) 90 (620) Monthly TR2, TR3, T2, T2.5, T4, T4.5, T5, Converter Dolly 90 (620) 90 (620) Monthly The above are specified cold inflation pressures. Do not exceed maximum rated tire or rim pressures. All GSE is to be inspected at the regular scheduled PM inspection.
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4-10: Out-of-Service Conditions
Inspect rims and wheels for damage during the tire checks and at periodic maintenance intervals. Remove and replace defective parts. If the following conditions exist, the vehicle must be removed from service until the condition is corrected.
RIM/WHEEL OUT-OF-SERVICE CONDITIONS • Bent, broken, or improperly seated lock ring on side ring. • Any circumferential crack in rim or disc. The most common areas are cracks at bolt holes, weld bead area common to the disc and rim, rim seam (butt weld), and rim flange. • Weld repairs to rims or wheels. • Bent rim flange. Do not straighten a bent flange; replace the rim if the bead seat is distorted. • Loose, missing, broken, cracked, or stripped fasteners. A good indicator is rust streaks – look for them. • Worn or elongated bolt holes. • Excessive runout (lateral and radial). Refer to section RP 214A-3 of the TMC Recommended Maintenance Practices Manual. NOTE: Clamps and wheel nuts should be checked periodically. Loose wheel nuts can cause excessive wear around bolt holes, dangerous wheel vibration, and metal failure. Overtorquing can cause stud or wheel failure.
TIRE OUT-OF-SERVICE CONDITIONS • Any tire with 20% less than the specified cold inflation pressure is considered flat. This tire must be deflated and removed from service until inspected and repaired. • Running a vehicle with 1 tire of a dual assembly flat. Both tires of a dual assembly must be inflated to the same pressure. • Tires with tread depth below the specified removal criteria, unless superseded by state or local regulations. – Steer tires with less than 4/32nds (3.2mm) – Drive tires with less than 2/32nds (1.6mm) – Trailer tires with less than 2/32nds (1.6mm) • When the tire sidewall has been worn, damaged, cut, or cracked to the extent that ply cord or bead reinforcements are exposed. • Any tire with severe weather cracking {depth in excess of 1/8” (1.6mm)}. • Tires of different construction on the same axle. • Visible bumps, bulges, or knots apparently related to tread or sidewall separation. The maximum a bump or bulge can protrude from the tire casing is 3/8” (4.8mm) when inflated.
CAUTION: NEVER REINFLATE A TIRE THAT HAS BEEN RUN IN A FLAT CONDITION OR OVERLOADED WITHOUT FIRST BREAKING DOWN, DEMOUNTING, AND INSPECTING THE TIRE AND RIM FOR DAMAGE.
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4-15: Tire Mounting and Demounting
Operators must be properly trained before using any tire equipment. Inspect the equipment for proper operation and use only if all equipment is in safe operating condition. The proper signs must be hung in the tire work area and must be visible to anyone performing tire work. Refer to 5-30: Tire Maintenance Safety Posters.
WARNING: ALWAYS USE THE NECESSARY PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) SUCH AS EYE SAFETY PROTECTION, GLOVES, BACK SUPPORTS, ETC.
NOTE: Safe work practices must always be used. Refer to The Maintenance Council (TMC) Recommended Maintenance Practices Manual for additional information. Ensure all tools are in good working condition and free from defects (e.g., burrs, cracked, or broken). Review the operator’s manual for the correct mounting and demounting procedures for the equipment at your location. Do not use excessive force when mounting or demounting tires since damage can result.
REMOVING TIRES FROM SERVICE Write the following information on the sidewall of the tire with a tire crayon or paint stick: • asset number • wheel position • date • station ID (write this inside the casing) — required when RAR casings are returned for possible warranty claims • when a tire has been run flat, write this information on the tire and circle any damaged areas
Demounting (1) Remove the valve core and completely deflate the tire. (2) To ensure the stem is not plugged, use a small wire to probe the stem. (3) Loosen the beads from the rim using an approved bead-breaking tool. (4) Lubricate both beads of the tire using an approved tire bead lubricant. (5) On rims with different size ledges, always demount the tire from the narrow ledge side.
Inspecting Out-of-Service Tires Use a tire spreader to assist in inspecting out-of-service tires. Look for: • bead rubber torn to the fabric or steel • cuts, snags, or chips exposing body cords or steel • ripples or bulges indicating sidewall irregularities (use an indirect light source that produces shadows on the sidewall) • creasing, wrinkling, cracking, or discoloration of the inner liner indicating a run flat condition • other signs of sidewall damage or weakness Feel for: • soft spots in the flexible area of the sidewall • ripples or bulges • protruding filaments indicating broken cords
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Listen for any popping sounds when inspecting for soft spots or when rolling the tire. If any of these conditions is present, the tire should be made unusable by cutting a bead or drilling a 2" hole in the sidewall. If the condition results from a warrantable condition, submit a warranty claim by following the warranty claim procedure. Tires exhibiting tears, cuts, snags, or chips exposing body cords must be referred to a full-service repair facility to determine if the condition is repairable.
Inspecting Out-of-Service Wheels Inspect wheels for the following conditions: • bent, broken, or improperly seated lock rings on multipiece wheels • any circumferential crack in the rim or disc; cracks are most commonly found at bolt holes, weld bead common to the disc and rim, rim seam (butt weld), and rim flange • any repairs to rims or wheels • bent rim flange (do not straighten a bent rim flange; replace the rim) • worn or elongated bolt holes • rust corrosion or pitting; these rims should be reconditioned or scrapped • excessive runout – lateral and radial (refer to section 214A-3 of the TMC Recommended Maintenance Practices Manual).
PLACING TIRES IN SERVICE The following procedures should be followed when returning new, retread, or repaired tires to service: (1) Clean the bead seat and rim flange of the rim to remove dirt, surface rust, and any buildup of lubricant or rubber that may interfere with proper bead seating. (2) Inspect the valve stem and rubber grommets for damage; replace the valve stem if required. When installing a new valve stem or replacing an existing valve stem, ensure that the new stem does not extend past the most outward plane of the tire/rim with the Alligator V2B Inflate Thru valve cap attached. (3) When mounting the tire the DOT serial number should face out so that it can be seen. This is particularly important with steer axle retread tires. (4) Paint the clean rim to prevent new surface rust from developing; use the correct paint for the vehicle type. (5) Paint must not be thicker than .0035". Basically the thickness of an average magazine page. (6) Inspect tire and rim for compatibility.
Mounting Tires All tires must be inflated in the tire cage. Stay out of the trajectory of the tire at any time when adding air. All heavy duty tires must be completely aired up in the tire cage. Any outside repair vendor performing tire work at a FedEx facility must use a tire cage when inflating tires. (1) Apply an approved tire bead lubricant to the beads and bead seat area to ease mounting and reduce the risk of damage to the tire/wheel. (2) Follow the operating instructions for the mounting equipment at your location.
CAUTION: THE USE OF ANY DEVICE, SUBSTANCE, OR CHEMICAL IN FEDEX TIRES IS PROHIBITED UNLESS SUPPLIED BY OEM ON NEW VEHICLES OR APPROVED BY VEHICLE/GSE ENGINEERING.
(3) Inflate the tire to 5 psi to seal the bead to the rim (with valve core removed) by using the lock-on air chuck, jets, or bead seating tool (e.g., Cheetah), and inspect for proper seating of the beads and alignment of the G- G rings. (4) Place the tire in an approved Tire safety cage. • If bead does not fully seat correctly:
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– Deflate the tire. – Reinspect for tire and rim compatibility. – Lube the beads using only an approved rubber lube. – Repeat procedures for seating the beads. – Ensure that G-G ring is evenly spaced around the rim.
WARNING: DO NOT USE ETHER OR OTHER FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO SEAT THE BEADS OF A TIRE. SERIOUS DAMAGE OR INJURY MAY RESULT. • After seating the beads, adjust the tire pressure to 20 psi (138 KPa) and inspect the tire for ripples or bulges and listen for any popping sounds indicating sidewall damage. If these conditions are present, deflate the tire and remove from service.
WARNING: WHEN INFLATING A TIRE IN THE TIRE CAGE, DO NOT ALLOW ANY PART OF ANY PERSON’S BODY TO CONTACT THE CAGE OR TIRE. POSITION YOURSELF SO THAT YOU ARE NOT IN THE TRAJECTORY OF THE TIRE BEING INFLATED. DO NOT INFLATE TIRES REQUIRING A GREATER MAXIMUM INFLATION PRESSURE THAN THE RATING FOR THE CAGE IN USE. POSITION THE CAGE SO THAT THERE IS AT LEAST THREE FEET OF CLEARANCE FROM ANY OBJECTS.
At Least 6 Feet
(5) Inflate the tire to the correct tire pressure for the vehicle and wheel position. • Use a 6-foot hose or automatic inflation pressure regulator with lock-on air chuck. • Remain outside the trajectory when inflating the tire. • Inspect for ripples or bulges and listen for any popping sounds (if these conditions are present, deflate the tire immediately and remove the tire from service). • Do not place your head or hand inside the safety cage while inspecting the tire. (6) With the valve core still removed, inflate the tire to 20 psi (138 KPa) over the specified cold inflation pressure. NOTE: This is the only time when a tire may be inflated above the specified cold inflation pressure. During the procedure, if any bulges or distortions appear or if popping sounds can be heard, stop inflation immediately. Deflate the tire and remove from service. (7) Any tire that is suspected of having been run under inflated or overloaded must remain in the cage at 20 psi (138 KPa) over the operating pressure for 20 minutes. (Any tire with any type of repair is suspect.) (8) Reduce the pressure to the specified cold inflation pressure. (9) Install a new valve core. Use HT cores designed for truck tire operations (red band). (10) Remove the tire from the safety cage. (11) Install a new V2B Inflate Thru valve cap.
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Inflating Multipiece Rims (1) All multipiece rims and tube type tires must be in the tire cage before you add any air. (2) Inflate the tire without the valve core to seat the beads. (3) After tire has been inflated, inspect the tire and wheel components while they are still in the restraining device to make sure they are properly seated and locked. (4) If further adjustment to the tire or rim components are necessary, deflate the tire. (5) After adjustments have been made, repeat steps 1–4 above. (6) Inflate the tire to the service pressure without the valve core. (7) Remove the lock-on air chuck. (8) Deflate the tire and tube to prevent the tube from wrinkling. (9) Install a new valve core. Use HT cores designed for truck tire operations (red band). Reinflate to the specified cold inflation pressure.
CAUTION: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE SEATING OF SIDE AND LOCK RINGS BY HAMMERING, STRIKING, OR FORCING THE COMPONENTS WHILE THE TIRE IS PRESSURIZED.
(10) After properly inflating the tire to the specified cold inflation pressure, ensure that the Alligator V2B Inflate Thru valve cap is installed.
TRAJECTORY Trajectory means any potential path or route that a rim/wheel component may travel during an explosive separation, or the sudden release of the pressurized air, or an area at which an airblast from a single piece rim/ wheel may be released. The trajectory may deviate from paths perpendicular to the assembled position of the rim wheel at the time of separation or explosion.
WARNING STAY OUT OF THE TRAJECTORY AS INDICATED BY SHADED AREA. Note: Under some circumstances, the trajectory may deviate from its expected path.
TRAJECTORY
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4-20: Tire Balancing
Tires in the FedEx fleet must be balanced. Improper balance reduces driveability, tire life, suspension parts life, and results in fatigue on the complete unit. There are 2 approved methods for balancing tires on the FedEx fleet: dynamic balancing and static balancing.
DYNAMIC BALANCING (PREFERRED METHOD) Dynamic balancing means balanced in motion. As the tire and rim assembly rotates, weight must not only be equally distributed around the perimeter of the tire and wheel assembly, but it must be equally distributed from the centerline (inner and outer rim flanges). When a tire is dynamically balanced, it will also be static balanced. There are 2 common methods to dynamic balance: Spin-balance the assembly on the vehicle. This also balances the drum/rotor and hub assembly. When rotating the tire, you will often need to rebalance the assembly. Computer-balance the assembly off the vehicle. By using this method, you can rotate the tires with minimum need to rebalance. The procedure on the use of this equipment varies from brand to brand. Refer to the operator’s manual for the correct method approved for your equipment.
Weight/Runout Limits (New/Retread Tires) Table 1 (new) and Table 1a (retread) detail normal weight limits when balancing tires on FedEx equipment. If a tire is out of range, check the wheel for excessive runout (see Table 2). If an excessive out of balance condition still exists, do the following before completing a warranty claim: (1) Deflate the tire. (2) Break down and rotate 180 degrees on the rim. (3) Reinflate using standard procedures (refer to 4-15: Tire Mounting and Demounting and 4-30: Wheel/Tire Installation). (4) Recheck the balance. (5) If the tire is still not within the maximum weight guidelines, remove the tire and file a warranty claim.
Table 1 Weight Limits, New Tires (dynamic balance only)
Table 1:
Tire Size Maximum Weight 16” rim diameter (new) 7 oz. (198g) 19.5” rim diameter (new) 7 oz. (198g) 22.5” rim diameter (new) 15 oz. (425g) 22.5” rim diameter (new lug) 15 oz. (425g)
Table 1a Weight Limits, Retread Tires (dynamic balance only)
Table 2:
Tire Size Maximum Weight Max. Wt. One Side 16” rim diameter (retread) 13 oz. (364g) 9 oz. (252g) 19.5” rim diameter (retread) 19 oz. (532g) 13 oz. (364g)
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Table 2:
Tire Size Maximum Weight Max. Wt. One Side 22.5” rim diameter (retread) 23 oz. (644g) 16 oz. (448g)
Table 2 Runout
Table 3:
Lateral Radial Assemble (on front: .125 (3.2mm) .150 (3.8mm) vehicle) rear: .187 (5.3mm) Wheel .060 (1.5mm) Bolt Circle .030 (.76mm) Tire .080 (2.0mm) .080 (2.0mm)
Wheel Lateral Runout Wheel Radial Runout
Total Lateral Runout Total Radial Runout
STATIC BALANCING (ALTERNATE METHOD) Use a bubble balancer and follow the manufacturer’s recommended procedures for the balancing equipment at your location.
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4-25: Tire Mating and Matching
FedEx vehicles must be equipped with tires of like construction, type, and size to maintain the safety and reliability of the vehicles.
TIRE MATING Tires on the same axle must not be mixed. Tires should be of the same tread (rib or lug), type (radial or bias), and construction (steel ply/steel belts or fabric ply/steel belts). • The mated pair can consist of (1) one retread and (1) one non-retread / used tire, provided the two (2) tires meet the tire mating and matching requirements. • It is acceptable on CTV’s only to mix brand tires (E.g., a Goodyear and a Bridgestone) to make a matched set provided the mating and matching requirements are met. • It is acceptable on CTV’s only to use mixed brands and have a retread and a non-retread tire to make a matched set, provided the mating and matching requirements are met.
TIRE MATCHING For all light duty tires (19.5" rim diameter and smaller), the dual matching should be within 1/4” (6.35mm) in diameter {1/8” (3.2mm) radius when measured with a tire square}. Matching from side to side should be within the same tolerance used when matching duals. For all CTV tires larger than 19.5" rim diameter, the dual matching should be within 1/2” (12.7mm) in diameter {1/4” (6.35mm) radius when measured with a tire square}. Matching from side to side on the same axle and front to back on tandem axles should be within the same tolerance used when matching duals. When mounting tires for use on a dual assembly, always place the tire with the larger diameter on the outside position
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4-30: Wheel/Tire Installation
Before installing any tire and rim onto a unit, check the following items: (1) Determine if the mounting is hub-piloted or stud-piloted. On hub-piloted mountings (see Figure 1), the hub is used to center the wheel. On stud-piloted mountings (see Figure 2), the conical part of the lugnut is used to center the wheel. Do not mix these 2 under any circumstances. (2) Inspect the lugs and nuts. On the lugs, check the condition of the threads to ensure they are tight in the hub. If the lugs are bent, damaged, or rusted, replace or clean them with a wire brush. NOTE: If a stud is broken, replace it and the stud on each side of the broken one. If 2 or more studs are broken, replace them all. Use a press to install studs and be sure the hub flange is supported. Aluminum hubs require different stud installation procedures. Consult the manufacturer for recommendations. Stud heads can be bent from hammer blows, which will prevent the stud from seating properly, and can result in stud failure. (3) Inspect the lugnut threads and look at the conical part for any irregular wear or patterns at mating surface with the wheel (stud-piloted wheels). (4) Inspect the nut flange on hub-piloted nuts for cracks and free movement. Place a small amount of lubricant between the flange and nut (not on the threads). (5) Inspect the rims. Remove excessive paint, rust, or dirt buildup from the contact area of the nut flange with a wire brush. (6) Check the hub and brake drum/rotor. Ensure they are clean and free of dirt and rust and are properly installed. (7) When necessary, clean dirt and rust from all contact areas with a wire brush. Any buildup in these areas can cause the lugnuts to loosen or cause excessive lateral runout. (8) Make sure the rim is the correct one for the application being used (i.e., size, capacity, type). (9) Inspect the bolt holes. Ensure they are not worn or egg-shaped. Inspect for any cracks. Three common types are shown below. For further information, refer to the TMC Recommended Maintenance Practices Manual. Clean the rim center hole (i.e., rust, dirt, or excessive paint) in hub-piloted rims. (10) On dual wheel applications, ensure that the valve stems are accessible and 180° opposite each other.
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Torque of Rim Fasteners All lugs must be torqued. When torquing the wheel/rims, be sure to torque the nuts in the recommended pattern (see Figure 3). Retorque all wheels after they have run approximately 100 miles (161km). Under no circumstance are fasteners to be overtorqued. This can cause premature failure of the components and create a safety hazard. Follow the recommended OEM specifications.
Recommended Mounting Torque for Disc Wheels. - See also Wheel Lug Torque Job Aid
Mounting Type Nut Thread Torque Level Ft-Lb (N⋅M)
Hub-piloted with flange nut 1-1/16”-16 300-400 (407-542) (Two drops of oil between flange and nut, M20 X 1.5 280-330 (380-447) plus 2 drops on the last 2 or 3 threads at M22 X 1.5 (W700, W900) 450-500 (610-678) the end of each stud.)
3/4"-16 450-500 (610-678) Stud-piloted, double cap nut Standard type 1-1/8"-16 450-500 (610-678)
• If using fasteners not listed, consult the OEM Manual for recommended torque levels. • Tightening wheel nuts to their specified torque is extremely important. Under tightening, which results in loose wheels, can damage wheels, studs and hubs and can result in wheel loss. Over tightening can damage studs, nuts and wheels and result in loose wheels as well. • Regardless of the torque method used, all torque wrenches, air wrench/torque stick combination, and any other tools should be calibrated periodically to ensure the proper torque is applied. (See Figure 3 in 5-25: Tire Tool Maintenance.)
Torque Wrench/Torque Stick Policy To ensure safety and compliance with equipment requirements, Torque Sticks must not be used as a final torque in FedEx operations. All applications that require a specified torque value (including wheel attachment fasteners) must be accomplished by use of a calibrated Torque wrench.** All torque wrenches must be calibrated and certified on a minimum of an annual basis. Torque wrenches can be calibrated/certified locally.
** If you utilize a Torque Stick(s) in your operation, the following practices must be observed: (1) Torque sticks should be checked monthly against a CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH. (2) The torque stick must be within 2% +/- of the checked value. (3) A record of the Torque stick check must be kept on the Torque stick check sheet and filed locally for audit purposes. (A copy of this form can be found in the Tire Manual.) (4) The manager is responsible for insuring all locations utilizing torque sticks within their area are properly equipped to allow proper utilization of torque sticks. These items should be checked regularly during the shop audit procedures. As a minimum, the procedures must include checking that all air compressors, hoses, and fittings are of proper size and flow to assure full torque is being applied by the torque sticks. The torque stick check sheet must also be audited to ensure compliance with monthly checks. NOTE: Air pressure should always be checked at application point, not at the compressor or drop point. This is necessary because length of hoses, distance from compressor, etc. can affect the air pressure at the end of the line.
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Figure 1
Hub-Piloted Mountings – North American