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tire explosion resulting in vehicle damage and/or serious
personal injury to you or a bystander. Never exceed 35
mph/60 km/h as indicated on your speedometer. Use a
gentle backward and forward rocking motion to free your
vehicle for continued driving. Never stand near or behind a
tire spinning at high speed as, for example, while attempt-
ing to push a vehicle that is stuck or when an on-the-car
spin balance machine is in use.
DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR WEAR
Always remove tires from service when they reach two
thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32") remaining tread depth. All
new tires have treadwear indicators which appear as
smooth banks in the tread grooves when they wear to the
two thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32") level. Many wet
weather accidents result from skidding on bald or nearly
bald tires. Excessively worn tires are also more susceptible
to penetrations.
SIDEWALL TREATMENTSDunlop sidewalls are specially compounded to resist ozone
cracking or weather-cracking.
Use a mild soap solution to clean sidewalls, white striping
or lettering, and rinse off with plain water. Instruct service
per-sonnel and customers never to apply any other mate-
rial to enhance sidewall appearance. These may degrade
rubber and remove inherent ozone resistance.
DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR DAMAGEFrequent inspection of your tires for signs of damage and
their general condition is important for safety. If you have
any questions, have your tire dealer inspect them. Impacts,
penetrations, cracks, knots, bulges, or air loss always
require tire removal and expert inspection. Never perform
a temporary repair or use an innertube as a substitute for a proper repair. Only qualified persons should repair tires.
PROPER TIRE REPAIRNOTE
: Dunlop does not warrant any inspection or repair
process. The repair is entirely the responsibility of the
repairer and should be made in accordance with estab-
lished Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) proce-
dures.
DON’T ATTEMPT TO MOUNT
YOUR OWN TIRES
Serious injury may result from explosion of tire/rim assem-
bly due to improper mounting procedures. Follow tire
manufacturer’s instructions and match tire diameter to rim
surfaces. Lock assembly on mounting machine or place in
safety cage. STAND BACK and never exceed 40 psi to
seat beads. Never use a volatile substance or a rubber
“donut” (also known as a bead expander or “O-Ring”) to
aid bead seating. Only specially trained persons should
mount tires.
DON’T MIX TIRES OF DIFFERENT SIZES
AND TYPES ON THE SAME AXLE
For optimum handling and control, Dunlop recommends
fitment of four (4) tires of the same type and size unless
otherwise specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
FOLLOW THESE ADDITIONAL
GUIDELINES:
Fit newest tires on rear axle. If radials and non-radials must
be fitted to the same vehicle, fit radials on rear axle. Never
mix radials and non-radials on the same axle. When fitting
snow tires or all-season tires to performance vehicles,
always fit in sets for four. Do not fit tires with different speed ratings.
Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire combinations can
cause instability. When changing tire sizes, always consult
dealer for optimum rim width and carefully check vehicle/
tire clearances.
RETREADED TIRESRetreaded passenger and light truck tires are not war-
ranted by Dunlop for any reason. Dunlop speed ratings and
U.S. Department of Transportation test compliance certi-
fications are voided for retreaded tires.
DO MAINTAIN VEHICLE SUSPENSION,
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCE
AND ROTATE YOUR TIRES
Lack of rotation, worn suspension parts, underinflation/
over-inflation, wheel imbalance, and misalignment can
cause vibration or irregular tire wear. Rotate your tires
according to your vehicle manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions or at maximum intervals of 6,000 miles/10,000 km.
LIGHTWEIGHT TEMPORARY SPARE
TIRES IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
• Limit vehicle speed when using the lightweight tempo-
rary spare tire to 50 mph/80 km/h or less.
• Check the inflation pressure before using and at least weekly. Maintain cold tire pressure in accordance with
that molded on the tire sidewall or found in your vehicle
owner’s manual. When inflating or adding air to light-
weight temporary spare tire, be very careful, since the
smaller tire volume can gain pressure quickly. Leave
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valve core in place and add inflation air in short bursts.
Check the pressure often with an in-line or hand gauge
until the specified pressure is reached.
• The lightweight temporary spare tire may lower ground
clear-ance when used. Reduce speed and avoid driv-
ing over large obstacles or through chuckholes and
other road hazards.
• Check your car owner’s manual for other special clear- ance precautions when using the lightweight tempo-
rary spare tire provided in your vehicle.
• Because your lightweight temporary spare tire was specifically designed for your car, it should not be used
on any other vehicle.
• Do not use snow chains on your lightweight temporary spare tire. This could cause damage to your vehicle.
• Your lightweight temporary spare has very limited wear
potential (up to 300 miles/500 km).
• In order to conserve tire treadlife, the lightweight temporary spare tire should be returned to your trunk as
soon as the standard tire has been repaired or re-
placed. Never use the spare if treadwear indicator
(TWI) bars are exposed or it is worn to the last 2/32"
tread depth.
• Do not use your original equipment lightweight tempo- rary spare tire on any other than its original equipment
rim. The replacement lightweight temporary spare tire
must match the original equipment tire removed from
your lightweight temporary spare rim. Check the tire for
the lightweight temporary spare tire size marking des-
ignation and compare size markings with those found
on both your original lightweight temporary spare and
rim.
NOTE: Your original equipment lightweight temporary
spare tire and rim combination is not the same size as the
other tires and rims with which your vehicle is equipped.
Standard tires, snow tires, conventional wheel covers or
rim rings should not be fitted to your lightweight temporary
DUNLOP PASSENGER TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
spare tire rim or assembly.
• Improper mounting can cause tire/rim assembly explo- sion and serious injury. Tire Fitters: Follow tire
manufacturer’s instructions and match tire diameter to
rim diameter. Mount the lightweight temporary spare
tire only on a rim originally fitted with a temporary spare
of the same size. Lubricate beads and rim contact
surfaces. Lock assembly on mounting machine or
place in a safety cage. STAND BACK; inflate in short
bursts with extension hose, clip-on chuck on in-line
gauge. Never exceed 40 psi to seat beads or use a
volatile substance or a rubber “donut” to aid bead
seating. Only specially trained persons should mount
lightweight temporary spare tires.
Dunlop brand tires are serviced by The Goodyear Tire &
Rubber Company and Goodyear Canada Inc. through
authorized Dunlop outlets.
You must go to an authorized Dunlop outlet for replace-ment tires and all warranty service.
THE WARRANTORThe warrantor of Dunlop tires is Goodyear/Dunlop N.A.
Limited at 1144 East Market Street, Akron, Ohio 44136-
0001
FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR
INFORMATION:
• FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST DUNLOP RETAILER.
• IF ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED: IN THE UNITED STATES:
Call (800) 321-2136, or write:
Goodyear/Dunlop Consumer Relations Dept. 728 1144 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44316-0001
IN CANADA:
Call (800) 387-3288, or write:
Goodyear/Dunlop Consumer Relations Department
450 Kipling Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M8Z 5E1
SAFETY WARNINGSSerious injury or property damage may result from:
• TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION/OVER-
LOADING:
Follow the owner’s manual, tire placard in vehicle, or
Important Tire Safety Information located in this book-
let.
• EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IM- PROPER MOUNTING:
Only specially trained persons should mount tires.
• FAILURE TO MOUNT RADIAL TIRES ON APPROVED RIMS.
• FAILURE TO DEFLATE SINGLE OR DUAL ASSEM- BLIES COMPLETELY BEFORE DEMOUNTING.
• TIRE SPINNING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES SUCH
AS SNOW, MUD, ICE, ETC. DO NOT SPIN TIRES IN
EXCESS OF 35 MPH (55 KPH), AS INDICATED ON
THE SPEEDOMETER. PERSONAL INJURY AND SE-
VERE DAMAGE MAY RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE
WHEEL SPINNING, INCLUDING TIRE DISINTEGRA-
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4. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE ADJUSTMENT POLICY
a. The following conditions are not covered:
Road Hazard: Cuts, snags, punctures, bruises or
impact breaks and any damage caused by punc-
ture or tire repair.
Ride/Vibration: After “Free Replacement Policy”
(set forth in section 2A) expires.
Tire Damage or Failure Resulting From Improper
Operation or Maintenance: Load, speed, and
inflation practices causing excessive operational
temperatures to exceed the tire capabilities.
Tire damage (including irregular treadwear) or fail-
ure resulting from: improper mounting or demount-
ing, damaged rim, wheel alignment, tire trueing,
chain damage, brakes or any similar mechanical
problem, extreme temperature exposure, misuse,
negligence, and abusive driving such as tire spin-
ning, racing or accident damage.
Tire failure resulting from intentional alterations:
such as adding a white inlay on a blackwall or
sealant materials.
Age Conditions: Weather checking/cracking cov-
erage is for a maximum period of 48 months from
the date of purchase.
b. General Exclusions - Tire(s) submitted for an adjustment in service for
longer than 72 months from date of purchase*, are
not covered by this policy.
Tire(s) on any vehicle registered and normally op-
erated outside the United States and Canada are
not covered under this Policy. For tires on vehicles
normally operated outside the United States and
Canada, see the nearest General Tire dealer or
distributor for local coverage. Tire(s) transferred from the vehicle on which they
were originally installed are not covered under this
Policy.
Company does not offer tread wearout coverage
up to a predetermined mileage under this Policy.
Tire(s) used in racing related activities or competi-
tive events are not covered by this Policy.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT-
ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IN-
CLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE MADE OR INTENDED BY COMPANY.
COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY IM-
PLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
NO COMPANY EMPLOYEE, RETAILER OR DEALER
HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY,
REPRESENTATION, PROMISE OR AGREEMENT ON
BEHALF OF COMPANY EXCEPT AS STATED IN THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COMPANY
DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ALL CONSEQUENTIAL AND
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH
IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLU-
SION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.5. COMPANY'S OBLIGATIONSAny replacement qualifying under this Adjustment Policy
will be made by any General brand authorized dealer or
vehicle dealer authorized to handle General brand tire
adjustments. Company will replace the tire pursuant to the
terms of this Adjustment Policy.
6. OWNER’S OBLIGATIONSTo make a claim under this Policy concerning any tire which
is covered by this Policy, you must present your claim with
the tire to any General brand tire dealer or vehicle dealer
authorized to handle General brand tires. For the nearest
General brand tire dealer, check the Yellow Pages, or use
the General brand Internet address, or one of the “800”
numbers shown under “For Customer Assistance.” To be
eligible for the terms of this Policy, you need to present your
new vehicle registration form or new vehicle sales invoice
showing date of purchase. Tires replaced on an adjust-
ment basis become the property of Company. You will be
required to sign the Company Limited Warranty Claim
Form or dealer replacement sales receipt.
You are responsible for payment of all applicable taxes
demounting, mounting and balancing charges set forth
under this Policy. You are also responsible for payment of
local tire-disposal fees and any parts or service regardless
of mileage or months of service. This includes payment for
tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service, valve stems
and tire repairs.
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• Irregular wear or tire damage due to: • Road hazards (including punctures, cuts, snags, impact breaks, etc.).
• Wreck, collision, or fire.
• Improper inflation, overloading, high speed spinup, mis-application, misuse, negligence, racing, chain
damage or improper mounting or demounting.
• Mechanical condition of the vehicle.
• Ride disturbance after the first 25% of usable treadwear or due to damaged wheels or any ve-
hicle condition.
• Temporary spare tires used on vehicle used in racing and on passenger cars in special applica-
tions, such as police pursuit service.
• Any tire intentionally altered after leaving a Goodyear factory to change its appearance. (Example: White
inlay on a black tire.)
• Tires with weather cracking which were purchased more than four (4) years prior to presentation for
adjustment. If you have no proof of purchase date,
tires manufactured four (4) or more years prior to
presentation are not covered.
• Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of the vehicle or consequential damage.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages so the above limita-
tions or exclusion may not apply to you.THE WARRANTORThe warrantor of Goodyear tires is The Goodyear Tire
& Rubber Company, 1144 E. Market Street, Akron,
Ohio 44316.
For Customer Assistance:
1-800-321-2136 (Nationwide)
SAFETY WARNINGFollow safety precautions and instructions contained
in the Owner’s Manual, tire placard in the vehicle or the
Important Tire Safety Information in this booklet. Disre-
garding tire safety information may result in tire failure
or explosion causing serious personal injury or death.
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in service
or otherwise become unserviceable due to conditions
beyond the control of the manufacturer. This warranty is
not intended as a representation that a tire failure cannot
occur.
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONSa. You must present the tire to be adjusted to a Goodyear
Auto Service Center or Goodyear Tire Dealer. (Please
consult your telephone directory for locations.) Tires
replaced on an adjustment basis become the property
of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.
b. You must pay for taxes or any additional service you order at the time of adjustment.
c. No claim will be recognized unless submitted on a
Goodyear claim form (supplied by Goodyear dealer or
Auto Service Center) completely filled out and signed
by you, the owner of the tire presented for adjustment,
or your authorized agent.
LEGAL RIGHTSThis warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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WHO IS COVEREDThe owner of a Michelin Passenger or Light Truck tire
which bears the Michelin name and complete DOT identi-
fication number.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
Michelin Passenger and Light Truck tires, used in normal
service on the vehicle on which they were originally fitted
and in accordance with the maintenance recommenda-
tions and safety warnings contained in the owner’s manual
and in the Important Tire Safety Information Section of this
booklet, are covered by this warranty against defects in
workmanship and material for the life of the original usable
tread, or 6 years from the date of purchase, whichever
comes first. At that time, all warranties, express or implied,
are terminated. The usable tread is the original tread down
to the level of the tread wear indicators - 2/32nds of an inch
(1.6mm) of tread remaining. Date of purchase is docu-
mented by new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If
no proof of purchase, coverage will be based on date of
manufacture.WHAT IS NOT COVEREDTires which become unserviceable due to:
• Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage, puncture, whether repairable or not);
• Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance, or
improper repair;
• Underinflation, overinflation, improper maintenance or other abuse;
• Mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment resulting in uneven or rapid wear;
• Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or
vandalism;
• Ozone or weather cracking.WHAT MICHELIN WILL DO
PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES
A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition
covered by this warranty will be replaced with a compa-
rable new Michelin tire, free of charge, when 2/32nds of an
inch (1.6mm) or less of the original tread is worn, (or 25%
or less, whichever is most beneficial to the user) and within
12 months of the date of purchase. Mounting and balanc-
ing of tires is included. The cost of any other service
charges or applicable taxes are payable by the user.
When more than 2/32nds of an inch of original tread has
been worn (or more than 25%, whichever is most benefi-
cial to the user) or after 12 months from date of purchase,
the user must pay the cost of a comparable new Michelin
passenger or light truck replacement tire on a pro-rata
basis. The dealer shall determine the charge by multiply-
ing the percentage of the original usable tread worn by
the current actual selling price at the adjustment location
or the price on the current Michelin Base Price List,
whichever is lower. This List is based on a predetermined
price intended to fairly represent the actual selling price
of the tire. The cost of mounting, balancing and any other
service charges or applicable taxes are payable by the
user.
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PASSENGER TIRES AND LIGHT TRUCK
TIRES LIMITED WARRANTY
Toyo Tire (U.S.A.) Corporation warrants Toyo brand pas-
senger tires and light truck tires mounted on vehicles as
original equipment for adjustable conditions as follows:
1. What is covered by the warranty:
Toyo brand passenger and light truck tires are war-
ranted for adjustable conditions other than those listed
under “What Is Not Covered” for the new original
usable tread down to the treadwear indicators (2/32nd"
tread remaining) or for 60 months from the date of
manufacture, whichever comes first. The DOT serial
number on the sidewall of the tire will be used to
determine date of manufacture. This time limit does not
apply to Toyo temporary spare tires. Presence of a
manufacturing anomaly is not necessarily required to
qualify for adjustment. (A) When less than 25% of the original usable tread of
a radial tire, or less than 50% of the original usable
tread of a temporary spare tire has been worn, the
tire will be replaced with a new Toyo tire free of
charge, including mounting and balancing. (Adjust-
ments for ride disturbances or vibration, which can-
not be corrected by balancing are only adjustable in
the first 25% of usable tread.) Service charges or
any applicable taxes are payable by you.
(B) When more than 25% of the original usable tread
of a radial tire, or more than 50% of the original
usable tread of a temporary spare tire has been
worn the user must pay for the cost of a replace-
ment tire based on the amount of tread used. This is calculated by dividing the number of 32nds of an
inch used by the original usable tread depth and
multiplying by the actual current dealer selling
price. Service charges or any applicable taxes are
payable by you.
2. What is not covered by the warranty: (A) Mileage is not warranted.
(B) Damage due to road hazards whether repairable or not (such as cuts, snags, bruises, impact or punc-
tures, improper tire chains) .
(C) Irregular tread wear or rapid tread wear due to failure to rotate the tires at recommended intervals,
or from vehicle misalignment.
(D) Damage resulting from improper repair materials or procedures.
(E) Damage from incorrect mounting or dismounting of the tire, incorrect wheel size, or failure to balance
the tires.
(F) Damage or uneven tread wear from incorrect infla- tion, overloading, fire, theft, defective mechanical
conditions such as brakes, shocks, rims, wreck or
collision, and willful damage or abuse.
(G) Damage, corrosion, or rubber deterioration due to the use of oil-based chemicals, water-based seal-
ers, balancing substances, or flammable gases.
(H) Ride, balance, or vibration complaints after the first 25% of tread wear.
(I) Minor surface blemishes due to weathering and normal wear and tear which do not affect the
serviceability of the tire. (J) Any tire which has been run to destruction while flat.
(K) Tires used in commercial service.
(L) Claims after 5 years from the date the tire was
manufactured.
(M) Tires on vehicles normally operated outside the United States.
(N) Claims made by anyone other than the original retail purchaser of the vehicle.
(O) Tires with the D.O.T. identification number removed or rendered illegible, or branded "used".
(P) Any claim where the tire is not presented and available for Toyo's inspection.
(Q) Any tire for which mileage and tire rotation records are not available or verifiable.
(R) Any tires worn beyond the wear bars (less than 2/ 32" remaining tread) .
(S) Temporary spare tires used at speeds over 50 miles per hour.
(T) Dealer service charges are not covered for routine or required maintenance of the tires such as align-
ments or rotation.
CONSUMER’S OBLIGATION
The consumer is responsible for proper tire care and
maintenance:
(1) Tires must be rotated every 7,500 miles or sooner if upon inspection, irregular or erratic tread wear is begin-
ning to appear. Keep a record of the rotation.
(2) The consumer must maintain the recommended air
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Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail due to
improper maintenance or service factors. This could create
a risk of property damage and serious or fatal injury.
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions
contained in this manual may result in tire failure or explo-
sion causing serious personal injury or death. For your
safety, comply with the following:
TIRE INFLATIONKeep tires inflated to the pressures recommended on the
tire data placard. (See your OWNER’S MANUAL for
location.) These inflation pressures must be maintained as
a minimum. However, do not exceed the maximum pres-
sure rating indicated on the tire sidewall.
CHECK INFLATION PRESSURES ON ALL YOUR TIRES,
INCLUDING THE SPARE, WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AT
LEAST ONCE A MONTH BEFORE DRIVING.
Failure to maintain correct inflation may result in improper
vehicle handling and may cause rapid and irregular tire
wear, sudden tire destruction, loss of vehicle control and
serious personal injury. Therefore, inflation pressures
should be checked at least once a month and always prior
to long distance trips.
Pressures should be checked when tires are cold. The tires
are cold when your vehicle has been driven less than a mile
at moderate speed after being stopped for three or more
hours.
CHECKING PRESSURE WHEN
TIRES ARE HOT
If you must add air when your tires are hot, add four pounds
per square inch (psi) (28kPa) above the recommended
cold air pressure. Recheck the inflation pressure when the
tire is cold.
For Example Only:
Gauge reading of hot tire: 32psi
If recommended pressure is: 30psi
Desired gauge reading of hot tire 30 + 4psi = 34psi
Check cold pressures as soon as possible, at least by the
next day. Never “bleed” air from hot tires as your tire will be
underinflated. Use an accurate tire gauge to check pres-
sures. Never allow children to air up tires.
DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE
CORRECT INFLATION PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS.
For replacement tires, the correct inflation pressure will
be provided by your tire dealer, if not, refer to the vehicle
decal.
Underinflation produces extreme flexing of the sidewalls
and builds up heat which may result in sudden tire destruc-
tion and serious personal injury. Overinflation can cause
the tire to be more susceptible to impact damage.
LOAD LIMITS
DO NOT OVERLOAD. DRIVING ON ANY OVER-
LOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS. Never load your tires
beyond the load carrying limits molded into the sidewall of
the tires or the maximum vehicle load limit as shown on the
vehicle tire data placard, whichever is less. Overloading causes heat to build up which can lead to sudden tire
failure and serious personal injury.
SPEED LIMITS AND SPEED RATED
TIRES
HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS.
Never
operate your vehicle in excess of lawful speeds or the
maximum speeds justified by the driving conditions. Exces-
sive speeds or racing can cause heat buildup in a tire
leading to possible failure and serious personal injury.
Correct inflation pressure is especially important.
However, at high speeds, even with the correct inflation
pressure, a road hazard, for example, is more difficult to
avoid and if contact is made, there is a greater chance of
causing tire damage than at the lower speed. Moreover,
driving at high speed reduces the reaction time available to
avoid accidents and bring your vehicle to a safe stop. If you
see any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with your spare
tire and see your tire dealer at once.
Tire speed ratings do not imply that a vehicle can be
safely driven at the maximum speed for which the tire is
rated. In addition, some damages or improper repairs
may cause a speed-rated tire to lose its speed rating.
Exceeding the tire’s maximum speed rating will cause
the tire to build up excessive heat which can cause tire
damage that could result in sudden tire destruction and
rapid air loss. Failure to control a vehicle with sudden air
loss can lead to an accident. In any case, you should not
exceed reasonable speeds as indicated by the legal
limits and driving conditions.
* Provided by and published at the request of the tire manufacturers/warrantors.
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SPEED SYMBOLS - are shown on the sidewall of some
tires. The following table shows the maximum speed cor-
responding to the symbol.
SPEED RATINGS
†Speed Speed Maximum
Rating mph km/Hr
M 81 130 N 87 140 P 93 150
Q 99 160 R 106 170
S 112 180 T 118 190
H 130 210
V* 149 240
Z** 149 240
*Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a speed
capacity of greater than 149 mph (240 km/h). Con-
sult your tire manufacturer for maximum speed ratings if
your vehicle capability exceeds this speed.
**Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed for use on cars
with maximum speed capabilities in excess of 149
mph (240 km/h). Consult your tire manufacturer for
maximum speed capabilities.
†Although a tire may be speed rated, we do not endorse the
operation of any vehicle in an unsafe or unlawful manner. Speed ratings are based on laboratory tests which relate
to performance on the road, but are not applicable if tires
are underinflated, overloaded, worn out, damaged, al-
tered, improperly repaired, or retreaded. Furthermore, tire
speed ratings do not imply that vehicles can be safely
driven at the maximum speed for which the tire is rated,
particularly under adverse road and weather conditions or
if the vehicle has unusual characteristics. Most highway
passenger tires that do not have a speed symbol in the
sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 105 mph. Light
truck highway tires that do not have a speed symbol on the
sidewall of the tire have a maximum speed of 87 mph.
Some light truck tires may have higher maximum speeds;
consult your tire dealer. The speed and other ratings of
retreaded tires are assigned by the retreader and voids the
original manufacturer’s ratings.
IMPORTANT:
In order to maintain the speed capability of
the vehicle, replacement tires must have speed ratings
equal to or higher than those fitted as original equipment
(as indicated on the vehicle placard or owners manual). If
tires with lower speed ratings are fitted, the speed capabil-
ity of the vehicle will be lowered to the maximum speed
capability of the replacement tire as indicated on the above
table.
Remember...High speed driving can be dangerous and
may be damaging to your tires.
And...When driving at highway speeds, correct inflation
pressure is especially important.
Contact the manufacturer of your tires for their position
and assistance on the repair of speed-rated tires. When
you are replacing tires that have a speed rating, you must
replace with tires of the same or higher speed rating if the
speed capability of the vehicle is to be maintained.
VISUAL INSPECTION
INSPECT YOUR TIRES. DO NOT DRIVE ON A
DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL. Check your tires fre-
quently for scrapes, bulges, separations, cuts, snags,
cracks, penetrations or excessive localized wear from
hard braking. Also check for abnormal tire wear, par-
ticularly on the edges of the tire tread which may be
caused by misalignment or underinflation. Impacts can
damage the inner portion of the tire without being
visible on the outside. If damage can be seen on the
tires or wheels, or if you suspect that possible impact
damage may have occurred, replace with spare at once
and have your tire store or dealer inspect your tires
immediately. Use of a damaged tire could result in tire
destruction. When inspecting your tires, including the
spare, check your air pressures. If your pressure check
indicates that one of your tires has lost pressure of two
pounds or more, look for signs of penetrations, valve
leakage, or wheel damage that may account for the air
loss.
All tires will wear out faster when subjected to high
speeds as well as hard cornering, rapid starts, sudden
stops, frequent driving on roads which are in poor
condition, and off-road use. Roads with holes and rocks
or other objects can damage tires and cause misalign-
ment of your vehicle. When you drive on such roads,
drive on them carefully and slowly, and before driving
again at normal or highway speeds, examine your tires
for any damage, such as cuts, bulges, penetrations,
unusual wear patterns, etc.
* Provided by and published at the request of the tire
manufacturers/warrantors.
IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION*
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