2004 Buick Rainier Tire Size
There are multiple tire sizes for your 2004 Buick Rainier that depend upon the trim level. Look for your trim level below to get a color-coded explanation of your tire size. Then pick the best tire size for your 2004 Buick Rainier.
Trim Options:
CXL 4x2CXL Plus 4x2
P245/65R17 105
Simplified Size: 245-65-17
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2004 Buick Rainier is P245/65R17 105S. A color-coded explanation of the 2004 Buick Rainier's tire size is shown below.
P | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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245 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 millimeters. | ||||||
17 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter. | ||||||
105 | This tire has a load index of 105, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 2035 pounds (925 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
65 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 65%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 65% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 159 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of S, which means 111 mph (180 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
CXL 4x2CXL 4x4CXL Plus 4x2CXL Plus 4x4
P255/60R17 105
Simplified Size: 255-60-17
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2004 Buick Rainier is P255/60R17 105S. A color-coded explanation of the 2004 Buick Rainier's tire size is shown below.
P | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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255 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 255 millimeters. | ||||||
17 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter. | ||||||
105 | This tire has a load index of 105, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 2035 pounds (925 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
60 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 60%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 60% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 153 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of S, which means 111 mph (180 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |