1998 Acura TL Spare Tire
The Acura TL, a popular luxury sedan that has spanned several generations, typically comes with a compact spare tire designed for temporary use in case of a flat tire. The specific size and availability of the spare tire for the Acura TL can vary between its different model years and trims, but generally, it is a T135/80D16 101M for models produced in the early 2000s to 2014. This compact spare, often referred to as a "donut," is smaller than the car's regular tires and is intended to save space and weight in the vehicle, contributing to its performance and fuel efficiency. Owners can usually find the spare tire in the trunk's well, beneath the floor mat, along with the necessary tools for installation. If a replacement is needed, Acura dealerships, auto parts stores, and online retailers offer suitable options. However, it's important to check the specific size and specifications for your Acura TL's model year to ensure compatibility. Additionally, despite the convenience of having a spare tire, Acura emphasizes that these compact spares are designed for limited distances at reduced speeds, and drivers are encouraged to repair or replace the full-sized tire as soon as possible to maintain the vehicle's safety and performance levels.
1998 Acura TL comes with 2 OEM tire size options. Select the original equipment the tire size installed on your vehicle to see all spare tires that have roughly the same tire diameter and can be used as a temporary replacement in the event of a flat tire. Remember that load carrying capacity of the spare tire must be the same or higher than the load carrying capacity of the original equipment tires in order to safely support the weight of your vehicle. Refer to vehicle owner's manual or contact Acura dealership to confirm the correct 1998 Acura TL spare tire size.
205/60R15
205/60R15 tire has a diameter of 24.7". These temporary spare tires fit the acceptable tire diameter range of 24" to 25.4".
| Spare Size | Spare Diameter | Diameter Differential |
|---|---|---|
| T155/60R18from $164.19 | 25.3" | 2.4% |
| T125/85D16from $146.92 | 24.3" | -1.6% |
| T125/80R17from $127.33 | 24.9" | 0.8% |
| T125/70R18from $123.33 | 24.9" | 0.8% |
| T145/70D17from $120.99 | 25" | 1.2% |
| T125/90R16from $119.73 | 24.9" | 0.8% |
| T135/80D16from $93.99 | 24.5" | -0.8% |
| T135/80R16 | 24.5" | -0.8% |
| T135/90D15 | 24.6" | -0.4% |
| T135/90R15 | 24.6" | -0.4% |
| T145/80D16 | 25.1" | 1.6% |
| T135/70R17 | 24.5" | -0.8% |
| T135/70D17 | 24.5" | -0.8% |
| T135/60R18 | 24.4" | -1.2% |
| T135/60D18 | 24.4" | -1.2% |
| T125/90D16 | 24.9" | 0.8% |
| T125/80D17 | 24.9" | 0.8% |
| T145/70R17 | 25" | 1.2% |
| T145/80R16 | 25.1" | 1.6% |
205/65R15
205/65R15 tire has a diameter of 25.5". These temporary spare tires fit the acceptable tire diameter range of 24.7" to 26.3".
| Spare Size | Spare Diameter | Diameter Differential |
|---|---|---|
| T155/70D17from $175.43 | 25.6" | 0.4% |
| T155/60R18from $164.19 | 25.3" | -0.8% |
| T135/90R16from $155.20 | 25.6" | 0.4% |
| T155/70R17from $139.76 | 25.6" | 0.4% |
| T135/70D18from $135.05 | 25.5" | 0% |
| T135/80R17from $133.66 | 25.5" | 0% |
| T135/70R18from $131.66 | 25.5" | 0% |
| T125/80R17from $127.33 | 24.9" | -2.4% |
| T125/70R18from $123.33 | 24.9" | -2.4% |
| T145/70D17from $120.99 | 25" | -2% |
| T125/90R16from $119.73 | 24.9" | -2.4% |
| T145/70D18from $118.97 | 26" | 2% |
| T115/95R17from $117.54 | 25.6" | 0.4% |
| T135/80D17from $112.58 | 25.5" | 0% |
| T145/80D17from $81.99 | 26.1" | 2.4% |
| T145/80R17 | 26.1" | 2.4% |
| T145/80R16 | 25.1" | -1.6% |
| T155/80D16 | 25.7" | 0.8% |
| T155/80R16 | 25.7" | 0.8% |
| T165/70D17 | 26.1" | 2.4% |
| T165/70R17 | 26.1" | 2.4% |
| T185/55D18 | 26" | 2% |
| T185/55R18 | 26" | 2% |
| T185/60D17 | 25.7" | 0.8% |
| T145/80D16 | 25.1" | -1.6% |
| T145/70R18 | 26" | 2% |
| T125/70R19 | 25.9" | 1.6% |
| T145/70R17 | 25" | -2% |
| T125/80D17 | 24.9" | -2.4% |
| T125/90D16 | 24.9" | -2.4% |
| T135/60D19 | 25.4" | -0.4% |
| T135/60R19 | 25.4" | -0.4% |
| T135/90D16 | 25.6" | 0.4% |
| T145/65D18 | 25.4" | -0.4% |
| T145/65R18 | 25.4" | -0.4% |
| T185/60R17 | 25.7" | 0.8% |
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