2009 NISSAN VERSA HATCHBACK Warranty Booklet

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SEAT BELT LIMITED WARRANTY
WHO IS THE WARRANTORNissan* warrants all parts of your 2009 Nissan vehicle seat
belt system supplied by Nissan.*Nissan indicates Nissan North America, Inc., P.O. Box 685003,
Franklin, TN 37068-5003, which distributes Nissan vehicles
in the United States.WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW
LONGThis warranty covers any Nissan supplied seat belt
or related component, that fails to function properly
during normal use within ten (10) years of the date
the vehicle is delivered to the fi rst retail buyer or put
into service, whichever is earlier. Warranty repairs are
free of charge for parts and labor.OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICEYou must take the vehicle to an authorized Nissan dealer in
the United States or Canada during regular business hours
at your expense in order to obtain warranty service. The
names and addresses of authorized Nissan dealers are
listed in telephone directories.WHAT IS NOT COVEREDQ Damage or failure due to misuse, alteration, accident
or collision damage. (Proper use is outlined in your
OWNER’S MANUAL) .
QColor fading, spotting or other cosmetic items when
the belt is otherwise functioning properly.
QAir bags and related electronic control systems
which are covered by the Powertrain warranty.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES AND
OTHER WARRANTY TERMS AND
STATE LAW RIGHTSEXTRA EXPENSES - LIMITATIONS OF
DAMAGES
This warranty does not cover incidental or
consequential damages such as loss of the
use of the vehicle, inconvenience or com-
mercial loss.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WRITTEN WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages or limita-
tions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Nissan does not authorize any person to create for it
any other warranty, obligation or liability in connection
with this vehicle.

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WHO IS COVEREDThe owner of a BFGoodrich Passenger or Light Truck tire
which bears the BFGoodrich name and complete DOT
identifi cation number.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
BFGoodrich Passenger and Light Truck tires, used in normal
service on the vehicle on which they were originally fi tted
and in accordance with the maintenance recommendations
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 fi rst. 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 documented 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;
• Underinfl ation, overinfl ation, improper maintenance or
other abuse;
• Mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel
misalignment resulting in uneven or rapid wear;
• Accident, fi re, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or
vandalism;
• Ozone or weather cracking.
BFGOODRICH TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
(Continued on page 16)WHAT BFGOODRICH WILL DOPASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES
A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition
covered by this warranty will be replaced with a comparable
new BFGoodrich 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 benefi cial to the user) and within
12 months of the date of purchase. Mounting and balancing
of tires is included. The cost of any other service charges
and 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 BFGoodrich
passenger or light truck replacement tire on a pro rata basis.
The dealer shall determine the charge by multiplying the
percentage of the original usable tread worn by the current
actual selling price at the adjustment location or the price on
the current BFGoodrich Brand 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
and applicable taxes are payable by the user.

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BFGOODRICH TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT THE CONSUMER MUST DOWhen making a claim under the terms of this warranty, the
consumer must present the tire to an authorized BFGoodrich
Dealer. To locate an Authorized Tire Dealer, check the
yellow pages under “Tire Dealers - Retail.”
The vehicle on which the tire was used should be available
for inspection.
It is essential that you read and understand the safety and
maintenance recommendations (see Safety Maintenance
Information) for your tires.CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONSTHIS WARRANTY DOES NOT PROVIDE COMPENSATION
FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF USE OF VEHICLE,
INCONVENIENCE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE.
TIRES PRESENTED FOR CLAIM REMAIN THE
PROPERTY OF THE CONSUMER AND BFGOODRICH
BRAND ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF,
OR DAMAGE TO, TIRES WHICH ARE IN THE CUSTODY
OR CONTROL OF A BFGOODRICH TIRE DEALER FOR
THE PURPOSE OF INSPECTION FOR WARRANTY
ADJUSTMENT. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM,
THE CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE
FOR FURTHER INSPECTION.
NO BFGOODRICH REPRESENTATIVE, EMPLOYEE OR
DEALER HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR IMPLY
ANY REPRESENTATION, PROMISE OR AGREEMENT,
WHICH IN ANY WAY VARIES THE TERMS OF THIS
WARRANTY.THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY IN THE UNITED
STATES AND CANADA.
CONSUMER RIGHTS
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL
RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND PROVINCE
TO PROVINCE.
SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Read your vehicle owners manual, the information on the
sidewall of your tires, the vehicle tire information placard
and the Important Tire Safety Information section of this
booklet for essential safety and maintenance information.
THE WARRANTORThe warrantor of BFGoodrich Tires is Michelin North
America, Inc. 1 Parkway South, P.O. Box 19001, Greenville,
South Carolina 29602-9001.
For Consumer Assistance, Please Call Toll Free:
1-877-788-8899
Or Write:
Consumer Relations
P.O. Box 19026, Greenville, SC 29602-9026
DANGERDisregarding any of the safety precautions and
instructions contained in the Owner’s Manual or the
Important Tire Safety Information in this booklet may
result in tire failure or explosion causing serious personal
injury or death.

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ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER AND
LIGHT TRUCK TIRES INCLUDING RFT
TIRES WITH RUN-FLAT TECHNOLOGY
ELIGIBILITYThis Limited Warranty covers BRIDGESTONE and FIRE-
STONE brand passenger and light truck tires, including
RFT and temporary spare tires, originally installed by the
vehicle manufacturer on a new vehicle. You are covered
under the terms of this Limited Warranty if the tire was
produced after July 4, 2004 (DOT serial 2704 or later)
and has been used only on the vehicle on which it was
originally installed in non-commercial service.WHAT IS WARRANTED AND FOR HOW
LONGBefore wearing down to 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) remaining
original tread depth (i.e. worn down to the top of the built-in
indicators in the tread grooves) and within 6 years from
the date of purchase (proof of purchase date required;
without proof of purchase date, then within 6 years from
the date of tire manufacture) , for any reason other than
those excluded in the section entitled “What This Limited
Warranty Does Not Cover,” any eligible tire that becomes
unusable for any reason within the manufacturer’s control
will be replaced with an equivalent new tire on the basis
set forth in this Limited Warranty.WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVERThis Limited Warranty does not cover the following:
1. Tire damage or irregular wear due to:
A.
Road hazards, including, without limitation: Puncture, cut,
impact break, stone drill, bruise, bulge, snag, etc.B. Improper use or operation, including, without limi-
tation: Improper infl ation pressure, overloading, tire/
wheel spinning, use of an improper wheel, tire chain
damage, misuse, misapplication, negligence, tire
alteration, or for racing or competition purposes.C. Insuffi cient or improper maintenance, including,
without limitation: Failure to rotate tires as recom-
mended in this manual, wheel misalignment, worn
suspension components, improper tire mounting or
demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other
vehicle conditions, defects, or characteristics.
D. Contamination or degradation by petroleum
products or other chemicals, fi re or other externally
generated heat, or water or other material trapped
inside the tire during mounting or infl ation.
E. Improper repair. Improper repair voids this Limited
Warranty.
F. For RFT tires only, improper run-fl at or low tire
pressure operation, including, without limitation:
Exceeding speed, distance, or other run-fl at/low-
pressure operation limitations.
2. Rapid tread wear or wear-out. Original equipment tires
have no mileage warranty.
3. Weather/ozone cracking after 4 years from date of tire
manufacture.
4. Ride disturbance or vibration after 1/32 inch (0.8 mm)
of tread wear use.
5. Tires with sealant, balance, or other fi ller material
that was not originally applied or inserted by the tire
manufacturer.
6. Tires used in commercial service.
7. Tires purchased and normally used outside the United
States and Canada.
8. The cost of applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
9. Failure to follow any of the safety and maintenance rec-
ommendations or warnings contained in this manual.
This Limited Warranty is in addition to and/or may be limited
by any other applicable written warranty you may have
received concerning special tires or situations.
REPLACEMENT PRICERadial passenger and light truck tires adjusted under this
Limited Warranty will be replaced free of charge during
the fi rst 25% of tread wear or within 12 months from the
date of purchase (proof of purchase date required; without
proof of purchase date, then within 12 months from the
date of tire manufacture) , whichever occurs fi rst. During
the free replacement period, mounting and balancing are
included free of charge.
To determine the replacement price after the free tire
replacement period, the percent of used tread wear is
multiplied by the current selling price for the replace-
ment tire(s) . The appropriate taxes, mounting, balancing,
disposal fee, and other service charges may be added to
the adjustment replacement price.
In Canada, the tire will be adjusted at dealerships (sub-
ject to dealer discretion) at a predetermined “Adjustment
Price.”REPLACEMENT WARRANTYIf you receive a replacement tire under this Limited War-
ranty, it will be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, if
any, given on that tire at that time.WHERE TO GOTire adjustments under this Limited Warranty will
only be made at an authorized Bridgestone Firestone
retailer. Consult a phone directory (often listed in the
Yellow Pages under "Tire Dealers" or the internet at
www.bridgestonetire.com for the location nearest you.CONSUMER RIGHTSThis Limited Warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state or in Canada from province to province.
BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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18CONDITIONS and EXCLUSIONSTo the extent permitted by law, Bridgestone Firestone North
American Tire, LLC disclaims all other warranties, including
but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability
and fi tness for a particular purpose and any liability for
incidental consequential damages, loss of time, loss of
vehicle use or, inconvenience. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
This Limited Warranty applies only to consumers actually
using the tire in the United States and Canada. For war-
ranty conditions outside the United States and Canada,
see your local Bridgestone Firestone distributor.
Obligations under this policy may not be enlarged or
altered by anyone.
In accordance with Federal Law, this Limited Warranty
has been designated as a "Limited Warranty.” Nothing in
this Limited Warranty is intended to be a representation
that tire failures cannot occur. This Limited Warranty is
given in the United States by Bridgestone Firestone North
American Tire, LLC, 535 Marriott Dr., Nashville, TN 37214
and in Canada by Bridgestone Firestone Canada Inc.,
5770 Hurontario St., Suite 400, Mississauga, Ontario,
Canada L5R 3G5.OWNER'S OBLIGATIONSIn order to keep this Limited Warranty valid, we require you
to have your tires regularly inspected and rotated per the
vehicle Owner's Manual and to furnish proof of same in
order to receive an adjustment. Such proof should show
the date, mileage, and servicing location. A sales receipt
containing this information will suffi ce. It is your obligation
to maintain proper tire infl ation pressures as specifi ed by
the vehicle manufacturer and to operate the vehicle within
tire/vehicle load capacity and speed limitations. It is also your obligation to maintain proper wheel alignment and
tire/wheel assembly balance. To request an adjustment, you
must present the tire to an authorized Bridgestone Firestone
retailer. Complete and sign the customer section of the
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC Limited
Warranty adjustment form and pay appropriate replacement
price, taxes, disposal fee, and service charges, if any.
ARBRITRATIONYou and Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC
agree that all claims, disputes, and controversies between
you and it, including any of its agents, employees, suc-
cessors, or assigns, arising out of or in connection with
this Limited Warranty, or any other warranties, express or
implied, including a failure of warranty and the validity of
this arbitration clause, but excluding claims for personal
injury or property damage, shall be resolved by binding
arbitration between you and it, according to the formal
dispute resolution procedures of the National Arbitration
Forum, under the Code of Procedure then in effect. This
arbitration will be conducted as a document hearing. If
you request any procedures beyond a document hearing,
you will be responsible for all fees, including fi ling and
administrative fees, above and beyond the fees required
for document hearings. The arbitration between you and
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC shall not
include any other customers, be combined or consolidated
in any fashion with arbitrations involving other customers, or
proceed in any form of class action in which the claims of
numerous customers are considered together. Any award
of the arbitrator(s) may be entered as a judgment in any
court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrators will have no
authority to award punitive or other damages not measured
by the prevailing party’s actual damages, except as may be
required by statute. Information may be obtained and claims
may be fi led at any offi ce of the National Arbitration Forum
or at P.O. Box 50191, Minneapolis, MN 55405.THE WARRANTOR
The warrantor of Bridgestone and Firestone tires is:
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire LLC
535 Marriott Dr.
Nashville, TN 37214
Please contact Bridgestone Firestone for a copy of their
“Tire Maintenance, Safety and Warranty Manual”
For Customer Assistance:
1-800-847-3272

SAFETY INFORMATIONAny tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in
use as a result of punctures, impact damage, improper
infl ation, overloading, or other conditions resulting
from use or misuse. Tire failure may create a risk
of serious personal injury or property damage. To
reduce risk of tire failure, we strongly recommend you
read and follow all safety information contained in the
Important Tire Safety Information section contained
in this booklet, the tire placard in the vehicle or the
Owner’s Manual.
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HIGHWAY AUTO AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE
REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY
(EXCLUDES GOODYEAR
UNISTEEL
® RADIAL LIGHT TRUCK TIRES)
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?You are eligible for the benefi ts of this Limited Warranty
if you meet all the following criteria:
• You are the owner or authorized agent of the owner of
new Goodyear or Dunlop highway auto or light truck
tires supplied as Original Equipment on your vehicle.
• Your tires bear Department of Transportation prescribed
tire identifi cation numbers.
• Your tires have been used only on the vehicle on which
they were originally installed according to the vehicle
manufacturer or Goodyear’s recommendations.
• Your tires were purchased on or after January 01,
2004.
Light truck tires are defi ned as all tires identifi ed with the
“LT” designation in the sidewall stamping plus the 8-19.5
and 8R19.5 sizes which do not carry the “LT” designa-
tion.WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW
LONG?FREE TIRE REPLACEMENT
Any new Goodyear or Dunlop highway radial auto or radial
light truck tire, covered by this policy, removed from service
due to a covered warranty condition during the fi rst 2/32” of
usable treadwear or twelve months from date of purchase,
whichever comes fi rst, will be replaced with a comparable
new Goodyear or Dunlop tire at no charge, including mount-
ing and balancing. (Without proof of purchase the date of
manufacture will be used to determine age.)
GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
ALL OTHER HIGHWAY AUTO OR LIGHT TRUCK
TIRES
Any new Goodyear or Dunlop highway auto or light truck
tire, other than radial auto, radial light truck tires, removed
from service due to a covered warranty condition during
the fi rst 1/32” of usable treadwear will be replaced with
a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop tire at no charge,
including mounting and balancing.
TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES
Any Goodyear or Dunlop temporary spare tire removed
from service due to a covered warranty condition during
the fi rst 50% of usable treadwear (1/32”) will be replaced
with a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop temporary
spare tire at no charge, including mounting.
PRORATED ADJUSTMENT
Tires not eligible for free replacement that are removed
from service due to a covered warranty condition will be
replaced with a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop tire
on a prorated basis for up to six (6) years from the date of
original new tire purchase or when the treadwear indicators
become visible (worn to 2/32”) , whichever occurs fi rst.
(Without proof of purchase the date of manufacture will
be used to determine age.)HOW WILL PRORATED CHARGES BE
CALCULATED?Replacement price will be calculated by multiplying the
tire’s advertised retail selling price at the time of adjust-
ment by the percentage of usable original tread that has
been worn off. You pay for mounting and balancing, and
an amount equal to the current Federal Excise Tax (F.E.T.
– U.S. only) and any other applicable taxes.EXAMPLE: If your disabled tire had an original 8/32” of us-
able treadwear and is worn to 4/32” usable tread remaining,
you have used 50%, and therefore must pay 50% of the
advertised retail selling price of the comparable tire.
In addition, you must pay an amount equal to the full cur-
rent Federal Excise Tax (U.S. only) or any other applicable
taxes for the comparable new replacement tire at the time
of adjustment. If the price of the new comparable tire is
$80, the cost to you would be $40 plus F.E.T. (U.S. only)
plus any other applicable taxes.
WHAT IS A COMPARABLE TIRE?A “comparable” new Goodyear or Dunlop tire will be the
same brand tire and may either be the same line of tire or,
in the event that the tire is not available, the same brand
tire with the same basic construction and quality with a
different sidewall or tread confi guration. If a higher priced
tire is accepted as replacement, the difference in price will
be at an additional charge to you.
Any replacement tire provided pursuant to this warranty
will be covered by the Goodyear or Dunlop warranty in
effect at the time of replacement.ADDITIONAL PROVISIONSA tire has delivered its full original tread life and the cov-
erage of this limited warranty ends when the treadwear
indicators become visible (worn to 2/32”) , or six (6) years
from the date of new tire purchase, whichever occurs fi rst.
(Without proof of purchase the date of manufacture will
be used to determine age.)LIMITATIONSThis limited warranty is applicable only in the United States
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GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY?This limited warranty does not cover the following:
• Tires submitted for ride disturbance complaints that
are worn beyond the fi rst two thirty-seconds of an inch
(2/32”) tread depth or 6 months from date of new vehicle
purchase, whichever occurs fi rst, or tires submitted for
ride disturbance due to damaged wheels or any vehicle
condition.
• Goodyear & Dunlop do not warrant or give credit in any
adjustment transaction for any kind of material added to
a tire (e.g., tire fi llers, sealants, balancing substances)
after the tire leaves a factory producing Goodyear or
Dunlop tires, nor will it adjust any tire that has failed as
a result of adding such material.
• Irregular wear or damage due to mechanical condition of
the vehicle, improper infl ation, overloading, high speed
spin-up, misapplication, misuse, negligence, racing,
use of tire chains, improper mounting or demounting,
improper repair, wreck, collision or fi re.
• Road hazards (includes, but not limited to, punctures,
cuts, snags, impact breaks, etc.) .
• Any tire that, after leaving a factory producing Good-
year or Dunlop tires, has been intentionally altered to
change its appearance (e.g., white inlay on a black tire
or regrooved) .
• Tires with weather-cracking that were purchased more
than four (4) years prior to presentation for adjustment or,
if purchase date cannot be verifi ed, manufactured more
than four years prior to presentation for adjustment.
• Temporary spare tires used on vehicles used in racing
and on passenger cars in special applications such as
police pursuit service.
• Goodyear Unisteel Commercial Radial Light Truck
Tires.• Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of vehicle use, inci-
dental or consequential damages.
• Tires supplied as Original Equipment are not eligible
for any tread life warranty consideration.
WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS?Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
No Representative or Dealer has authority to make any rep-
resentation, promise, or agreement on behalf of Goodyear
or Dunlop except as stated herein.
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in
service or otherwise become unserviceable due to con-
ditions 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 or
province to province.HOW DO YOU OBTAIN AN ADJUSTMENT?A. You must present the tire to be adjusted to an authorized
Goodyear or Dunlop service facility. Tires replaced on an
adjustment basis become the property of The Goodyear
Tire & Rubber Company, 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 an approved claim form
supplied by an authorized Goodyear or Dunlop service
facility. The form must be fi lled out completely and
signed, where you the owner or your authorized agent
presented the tire for adjustment.
SAFETY WARNINGSProperty damage, serious injury or death may result
from:
• TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION/OVER-
LOADING.
Follow the vehicle owner’s manual, tire placard or vehicle
certifi cation label on vehicle.
• EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO
IMPROPER 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
SEVERE DAMAGE MAY RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE
WHEEL SPINNING, INCLUDING TIRE DISINTEGRA-
TION OR AXLE FAILURE.
WARNING: Vehicle handling, traction, ride comfort
and other performance parameters may be signifi cantly
affected by a change in tire size or type. Before replacing
tires, always consult and follow the vehicle owner’s manual
because some vehicle manufacturers prohibit changing
tire size. When selecting tires that are different from the
original equipment size make certain: (1) The tires have
adequate load carrying capacity based on the vehicle
placard, (2) The tires have suffi cient infl ation pressure
to carry the load and (3) There is proper clearance with
no interference points between the tire and vehicle. The
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all traffi c laws. Avoid sudden, sharp turns or lane changes.
Failure to follow any of these warnings may result in loss of
control of the vehicle, leading to an accident and serious
injury or death.TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDEThe easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and
performance from your Goodyear or Dunlop tires is to give
them a simple but frequent (at least monthly) inspection
for proper infl ation, even treadwear, and the presence of
any damage.DO MAINTAIN PROPER INFLATION
PRESSURE IN YOUR TIRESProper infl ation pressure is necessary for optimum tire
performance, safety and fuel economy. To maintain
proper infl ation pressure, frequently (at least monthly)
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 deter-
mine 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 insuf-
fi 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, vehicle certifi cation
label or in the vehicle 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, result-
ing 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 tread life.
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 re-
member 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% 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
personal injury to you or a bystander. Never exceed 35
mph/55 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 speeds. For example, while attempting
to push a vehicle that is stuck or when an on-the-car spin
balance machine is in use.DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR WEARAlways 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.DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR DAMAGEFrequent (at least monthly) 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 inner tube as
a substitute for a proper repair. Only qualifi ed persons
should repair tires.
GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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