What is the tire model specification of the Refine S3?
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The tire size of the Refine S3 is 205/55R16. The first number, 205, represents the tire width of 205MM. The number 55 indicates the aspect ratio of the tire section is 55, meaning the section height is 55% of the width. The number 16 represents the rim diameter of 16 inches, and the letter "R" in the middle denotes a radial tire. The Refine S3 tires are from the Giti Comfort 221 series, featuring a dual five-spoke wheel design, with the spare tire being full-sized. If you want to replace the tires yourself, you can follow the steps below: Retrieve the spare tire and jack, place the jack under the vehicle frame near the tire to be replaced, ensuring the jack contacts the metal part of the frame. Raise the jack until it supports the car, ensuring the jack is positioned under the vehicle and is perpendicular to the ground. Remove the hub cap, loosen the nuts counterclockwise without fully removing them—just enough to eliminate resistance. Keeping the tire on the ground when loosening the nuts for the first time ensures the nuts turn instead of the tire. Turn the nuts counterclockwise until they are loose, repeating this step for all lug nuts, then completely remove the nuts. Place the new tire on the wheel hub, carefully aligning the tire rim with the wheel bolts. Install the lug nuts, tightening them by hand until all nuts are snug. At this point, the tire replacement is complete. In addition to the model, tires also display the following common data: Tire cord material: Indicated by Chinese pinyin, such as M for cotton cord, R for rayon cord, N for nylon cord, G for steel cord, ZG for steel radial cord tires. Speed rating: Indicates the maximum speed the tire can carry a specified load under specified conditions. Letters A to Z represent certified speed ratings from 4.8km/h to 300km/h. Common speed ratings include: Q: 160km/h; H: 210km/h; V: 240km/h; W: 270km/h; Y: 300km/h. Rim specification: Indicates the rim specification compatible with the tire for practical use, such as standard rim 5.00F.
As a long-time owner of the JAC Refine S3, I've driven it for several years. The original tire specification is 195/60 R15 88H, meaning a width of 195mm, aspect ratio of 60%, 15-inch rims, and a load index of 88. These tires are quite suitable for daily commuting, offering good comfort and decent wet-weather traction. For regular maintenance, it's recommended to keep tire pressure between 2.3-2.5 Bar, which helps save fuel and ensures safer long-distance driving. If the tires are severely worn, always replace them with the original specifications—avoid altering sizes as it may affect the suspension system and even impair ABS performance. Typically, tire lifespan is around 60,000 km. During summer heat, remember to check for tread cracks frequently—safety first.
