What is the tire size of the Highlander?
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The Highlander has 4 types of tire sizes: 235/55R20, 245/55R19, 235/65R18, and 245/60R18. The numbers 235 and 245 represent the tire's section width in millimeters; 55, 65, and 60 indicate the aspect ratio; while 19, 18, and 20 denote the rim diameter in inches. The original tires come from three brands: Hankook, Dunlop, and Toyo. The base model uses 18-inch multi-spoke aluminum alloy wheels, while higher trims are equipped with 19-inch 5-spoke aluminum alloy wheels. If you wish to replace the tires yourself, follow these steps: Retrieve the spare tire and jack, position the jack under the vehicle frame near the tire to be replaced, ensuring it contacts the metal part of the frame; Raise the jack until it supports the car, making sure the jack is perpendicular to the ground; Remove the hubcap and loosen the nuts counterclockwise, but do not fully unscrew them—just enough to reduce resistance. Keeping the tire on the ground while initially loosening ensures the nuts turn, not the tire; Continue turning the nuts counterclockwise until they come off, repeating for all lug nuts, then remove them completely; Place the new tire on the wheel hub, carefully aligning the tire rim with the wheel bolts. Install the lug nuts and hand-tighten them until all are snug, completing the tire replacement. In addition to size, tires 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, and ZG for steel radial cord tires. Speed rating: Indicates the maximum speed a tire can sustain under specified conditions. Letters A to Z represent certified speed ratings from 4.8 km/h to 300 km/h. Common ratings include: Q: 160 km/h; H: 210 km/h; V: 240 km/h; W: 270 km/h; Y: 300 km/h. Rim specification: Shows the compatible rim size, such as "Standard Rim 5.00F," for practical use.