TIRE MIX USAGE
WARNINGSAFETY WARNING
Never mix tires of different size or con-
struction and/or type on any axle. (Except
for temporary use as a spare tire.) Always
refer to the vehicle’s owner manual for
proper tire fitments.
TIRE SPEED RATINGS
Falken recommends replacing your tire(s) with the same
speed rating as the original tires equipped on your
vehicle.
It is okay to use a lower speed rated tire when using
winter tires. However, speeds should be reduced to
match the tires new “maximum” speed capability.
Any tire that is repaired, damaged, abused, altered from
its original state or retreaded voids the speed rating on
that particular tire and should be considered a non-
speed rated tire.
WARNING SAFETY WARNING
Falken does not recommend the use of
mixing different speed ratings on a ve-
hicle. This can cause poor handling and
unpredictable steering.
HIGH PERFORMANCE, LOW ASPECT RATIO
TIRES
Various new vehicles come equipped with high perfor-
mance and/or low aspect ratio tires from the factory.
These tires generally provide increased vehicle handling
characteristics, but may also have engineering perfor-
mance trade-offs related with their designs. Low aspect
ratio tires have reduced sidewall heights and may be
more vulnerable to damage from road hazards, pot-
holes, and other objects, like curbs. Your vehicle’s
wheels are susceptible to these same dangers as well.
Some vehicles may be originally equipped with high
performance tires that are designed for warmer weather
use reducing traction in colder, winter weather condi-
tions. High performance tires also pose the possibility of
wearing more quickly, giving a stiffer ride, and produc-
ing louder noise than standard all-season tires during
operation. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual, tire
information placard, or qualified tire service professional
for more information about these kinds of tires.
WINTER TIRES
Falken recommends all four tires be replaced when
replacing your original equipment tires and installing
winter tires for the winter months.
WARNING SAFETY WARNING
Never use just two winter tires. It could
lead to adverse handling, loss of control,
which could cause serious injury or death.
STORING YOUR TIRES
When storing your tires for any extended period of time, be
sure to thoroughly clean your tires with a tire brush, soap,
and water to remove any dirt, salt, and brake dust from the
tires. If you are storing your tires still mounted on the
wheels, use a wheel brush and approved wheel cleaner to
clean your wheels. Then dry the wheels and tires with a
towel and allow them to fully dry. DO NOT apply any tire
dressings while storing your tires. Tire compounds are
made to resist weather cracking and ozone damage. Place
each clean and dry tire in an airtight plastic bag and seal the
bag with tape to help reduce oil evaporation. Store your
tires out of direct sunlight and somewhere that is well
shielded from the elements, like a climate-controlled room
or dry basement. Storing the tires in a garage or shed
usually exposes the tires to a wide range of temperatures
as well as precipitation and humidity. Keep the tires away
from sources that emit ozone like electric motors that use
contact brushes, furnaces, sump pumps, etc. Although
tires will still age regardless of how they are stored, these
precautions will help slow the aging process and reduce
the damage to your tires.
WARNING SAFETY WARNING
Operating your vehicle in excess of the
posted speed limit or the maximum speed
allotted by driving conditions has the po-
tential to be dangerous. Higher driving
speeds create excessive heat buildup in a
tire, leading to a possible tire failure.
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