Tires: Load range, tire placard, general grabber

Question
Should I use a SL load general grabber P235/70R/16 tire on a 2004 Ford Explorer?

Answer
Randy,

On every vehicle sold in the US, there is a sticker – commonly called the tire placard - that lists the original tire size and the proper pressure for that size.  The placard is usually located on a doorpost or in the glove box – but sometimes it is located in the trunk or on the fuel filler door.

If the placard says the original tire size was a P235/70R16, then yes, a SL is the correct load range.  If the tire size is different, then post back with the tire size that is listed on the placard.