Tire load index # for 2005 Sierra?
 

I tried to get a nail hole patched at America's Tires locally and was turned away because, according to him, the 106 load index tires on my truck are unsafe for my vehicle and that it calls for a 108 load index tire. I came home and searched the internet trying to find a minimum load index # or any O.E.M. # for my truck and come up empty. It's not on the door jam either, just size and pressures. Where can I get this info? Also if this is some law/rule that they are following I would like to see it in writing someplace.


2005 GMC Sierra 1500 crew cab 2x4 short bed.

Re: Tire load index # for 2005 Sierra?
 

The load rating for a standard 1500 is 108

The load rating for a 1500HD is 120


106 is rated for 2094 pounds per individual tire.

108 is rated for 2205 pounds per individual tire.


You are realistically safe, but not legally safe.

You may be able to get your tires replaced if they were installed/sold to you by someone that will stand behind their work. It is unlawful to put underrated tires on a truck(or car), but it happens all the time(people changing sizes). Its an item I have to check when I inspect cars in my shop(PA Inspection)

Or you can go to a NON chain/franchise place to get your tire fixed.