
20DUNLOP PASSENGER TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS?Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion 
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, 
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to 
you. No representative or dealer has authority to make 
any representation, promise, or agreement on behalf of 
Goodyear Dunlop Tires North America, Ltd. (GDTNA) , 
except as stated herein.
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in 
service or otherwise become unserviceable due to 
conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer. Under 
no circumstances is this warranty a representation that a 
tire failure cannot occur.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may 
also have other rights that vary from state to state and in 
Canada province to province.
HOW DO YOU OBTAIN AN 
ADJUSTMENT?
A.  You must present the tire to be adjusted to an authorized 
Dunlop service facility. Tires replaced on an adjustment 
basis become the property of Goodyear Dunlop Tires 
North America, Ltd. or Goodyear Canada Inc.
B.  You must pay for taxes and any additional services you 
order at the time of adjustment.
C.  You must submit your claim on a GDTNA claim form 
supplied by an authorized Dunlop service facility. The 
form must be fi lled out completely and signed by you, 
the owner of the tire presented for adjustment, or your 
authorized agent.
TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDEThe easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and 
performance from your Dunlop tires is to give them a simple 
but frequent inspection for proper infl  ation, even treadwear, 
and the presence of any damage.
DO MAINTAIN PROPER INFLATION 
PRESSURE IN YOUR TIRES
Proper infl ation pressure is necessary for optimum tire 
per-formance, safety and fuel economy. To maintain proper 
infl ation pressure, frequently check tires (when they are 
cool) with an accurate tire pressure gauge.*
For example, it is diffi cult to tell just by looking at radial 
tires whether they are underinfl ated.
Furthermore, when operating a vehicle equipped with 
radial tires, it is diffi cult to notice when a tire has gone 
fl at or nearly fl at since the “feel” of the vehicle does not 
change signifi cantly.
*Evidence of air loss or repeated underinfl ation 
always requires expert inspection to determine the 
source of leakage and tire removal to determine 
repairability. To avoid injury, NEVER attempt to reinfl ate 
a tire that has been run severely underinfl ated.
Progressive air loss may result from punctures, cuts, curbing, 
impacts or partial bead unseating. Some fi  tment causes for 
air loss are (1) incomplete bead seating, (2) bead tearing 
caused by a machine tool due to insuffi cient lubrication or 
improper adjustment, (3) leaking valve core or rubber valve 
components. These should be replaced when problems 
are detected and whenever tires are replaced.
Always maintain infl ation pressure at the level 
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer as shown 
on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual:Underinfl ation is the leading cause of tire failure and 
may result in severe cracking, component separation or 
“blowout.” It reduces tire load capacity, allows excessive 
sidewall fl  exing and increases rolling resistance, resulting in 
heat and mechanical damage. Maintaining proper infl ation 
pressure is the single most important thing you can do to 
ensure tire durability and maximum treadlife.
Overinfl ation increases stiffness, which may deteriorate 
ride and generate unwanted vibration. Overinfl ation also 
increases the chances of impact damage.
DON’T OVERLOAD YOUR VEHICLECheck your vehicle owner’s manual to determine the load 
limits. Overloading your vehicle places stress on your tires 
and other critical vehicle components. Overloading a vehicle 
can cause poor handling, increased fuel consumption and 
may cause tire failure.
Never fi t your vehicle with new tires that have less load 
capacity than shown on the vehicle tire placard and 
remember that optimum rim width is important for proper 
tire load distribution and function.
The maximum load capacity stamped on the sidewalls of 
P-Metric tires is reduced by 10 percent when used on a 
light truck, utility vehicle or trailer. Never fi  t P-Metric tires to 
light trucks that specify LT-type replacement tires.
DON'T SPIN YOUR TIRES EXCESSIVELYAvoid excessive tire spinning when your vehicle is stuck in 
snow, ice, mud or sand. The centrifugal forces generated 
by a free-spinning tire/wheel assembly may cause sudden 
tire explosion resulting in vehicle damage and/or serious 
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•  Irregular wear or tire damage due to:
  •  Road hazards (including punctures, cuts, snags, 
impact breaks, etc.) .
  •  Wreck, collision, or fi re.
  •  Improper infl  ation, 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 fi rst 25% of usable 
treadwear or due to damaged wheels or any vehicle 
condition.
  •  Temporary spare tires used on vehicle used in racing 
and on passenger cars in special applications, 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 
limitations 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. 
Disregarding 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 fi lled out and signed 
by you, the owner of the tire presented for adjustment, 
or your authorized agent.
LEGAL RIGHTSThis warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may 
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
GOODYEAR TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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