•WORN TIRES
Never drive on worn tires. Tires should be replaced by trained
personnel when 2/32 nds inch (1.6 mm) of tread depth remain, as
indicated by treadwear indicators molded into the tread grooves. Use
of worn-out tires (less than 2/32 nds of an inch remaining tread depth)
increases the probability of tire failure. In most states, it is illegal to
drive with less than 2/32 nds of an inch of remaining tread depth.
•SPEED LIMITS
Operating your vehicle in excess of lawful speed limits or the
maximum speeds justified by driving conditions can be dangerous.
Excessive speed creates heat buildup in a tire, leading to possible tire
failure.
•SPEED-RATED TIRES
Speed-rated tires are identified by letters S, T, H, V, W, or Z as either
part of the size designation (e.g., HR), or part of the service description
adjacent to the size designation (e.g., 94H) and indicates the maximum
speed capability of the tire when properly loaded and inflated.
However, even when properly loaded and inflated, driving for pro-
longed periods at high speeds can cause tire damage and possible tire
failure which could lead to an accident. Original equipment speed-
rated tires must be replaced with tires of the same or higher speed
rating if the speed capability of the vehicle is to be maintained.
Consult your Hankook dealer for the tires best suited to your vehicle
driving habit. Repairing of speed-rated tires must be done in accor-
dance with RMA repair procedures and is limited to one 1/4diameter
repair in the tread area.
•TIRE ROTATION
Rotate your tires for longer tire life. Front and rear tires perform
different jobs and can wear differently. Consult your vehicle Owner ’s
Manual for mileage recommendations and rotation patterns.
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II. LIMITED TREAD WEAR WARRANTY
FOR PASSENGER RADIAL TIRES:
Pattern Mileage
CoveragePattern Mileage
Coverage
KU27 60,000 MILES KH16 60,000 MILES
KR26 40,000 MILES KR21 85.000 MILES
PA31 50,000 MILES KU22-II 40,000 MILES
TA31 60,000 MILES TA71 60,000 MlLES
(Available 3rd
Quarter 2015)
TA11 75.000 MlLES
(Available 3rd
Quarter 2015)
FOR LIGHT TRUCK TIRES:
Pattern Mileage
CoveragePattern Mileage
Coverage
KL21 60,000 MILES KL33 60,000 MILES
AT51 55,000 MILES (P-Metric Only) (Available 3rd
Quarter 2015)
Neither Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc., nor any other tire manufacturer, can
guarantae you’ll receive a certain number of miles from any given tire.
Driving habits, driving conditions, road conditions and vehicle mainte-
nance all play a vital role in the tread life of a tire. However, if a tire does
not reach the warranted mileage, and the original owner of the tires has
complied with the terms and conditions of the Limited Tread Wear
Warranty, KUMHO will replace the tires as follows:
1. If tread has worn down to the tread wear indicators (2/32 nds tread
depth) within 72 months from the date of purchase (or manufacturer)
or does not deliver the warranted miles of normal passenger use,
whichever comes first, Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc. will make an allow-
ance for unused service towards a comparable new tire, pro-rated on
warranted miles.
2. The replacement allowance will be calculated by percentage of the
warranted miles not received multiplied to the predetermined adjust-
ment price of the tire at the time and place of the adjustment.
3. For original equipment tires on new vehicles, please reference separate
warranty brochure in your vehicle’s glove box.
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your vehicle owner ’s manual, even though the tire has lost all air! That
means time to exit from the highway and get to a place where the tire can
be inspected, replaced, or possibly returned to service. The distance that
can safely be travelled following an air loss incident will depend upon
the conditions under which the vehicle is operating, the degree of air loss,
the extent of the damage causing the air loss, the ambient temperature,
the load, and the operating speed of the vehicle. The fewer miles you
travel after an air loss incident, the greater the likelihood that the tire can
be re-inflated (or, if punctured, repaired) and returned to service.
Pax System
The MICHELIN® PAX® System is a very sophisticated system that
includes the tire, support ring and gel, pressure sensing device, and
wheel. In the event of a loss of tire air pressure, with this system you can
still carefully maneuver the vehicle at speeds up to 55 miles per hour, for
a distance of up to 125 miles, even though a tire has lost all air! That
means time to get off the highway and get to a place where the tire can
be inspected, replaced, or possibly repaired and returned to service.
That’s peace of mind!
MICHELIN® PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED
WARRANTY
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
Passenger and Light Truck Tires 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 recommen-
dations and safety warnings contained in the attached owner ’s manual,
are covered by this warranty against defects in workmanship and
materials for the life of the original usable tread, or 6 years from the
date of purchase, whichever occurs first. At that time, all warranties,
express or implied, expire. The usable tread is the original tread down
to the level of the tread wear indicators - 2/32 nds of an inch (1.6 mm)
of tread remaining. Date of purchase is documented by new vehicle
registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase is available,
coverage will be based on the date of manufacture.
Replacement will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions
described under “How Replacement Charges are Calculated”.
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HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED
Passenger and Light Truck Tires
A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this
workmanship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a
comparable new MICHELIN® tire, free of charge, when 2/32 nds of an
inch (1.6 mm) or less of the original tread is worn, (or 25% or less,
whichever is more beneficial to the user) and within 12 months of the
date of purchase. Mounting and balancing of the tire is included.You pay
the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes.When more
than 2/32 nds of an inch (1.6 mm) of original tread has been worn (or
more than 25%, whichever is more beneficial to the user) or after
12 months from the date of purchase, you must pay the cost of a
comparable new MICHELIN® passenger or light truck replacement tire
on a pro rata basis. The retailer will determine the charge by multiplying
the percentage of the original usable tread worn, by the current selling
price at the adjustment location or the price in 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.Yo u
pay the cost of mounting, balancing and any other service charges and
applicable taxes.
Treadwear
A tire meeting the conditions for pro rata replacement, which wears evenly
across the tread, down to the tread wear indicators (2/32nds of an inch
tread remaining) within 6 years of the date of purchase, and before
delivering the warranted miles of service, will be replaced with a compa-
rable new MICHELIN® tire based on mileage received. The participating
MICHELIN® tire retailer will determine the charge by multiplying the
percent of mileage received by the current actual selling price at the
adjustment location or the price of the tire in 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.You pay the
cost of mounting, balancing and any other dealer services and applicable
taxes.Tires which wear out evenly before delivering the warranted mileage
will be replaced on a pro rata basis only if:
1. You are the original purchaser of the tires, you own the vehicle on
which they were originally installed, and the tires have been used only
on that vehicle;
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•Any tires worn beyond the wear indicators. (Less than 2/32remain-
ing tread depth). remaining tread depth).
•Flat spotting caused by improper storage or brake lock.
•Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism.
•Tire which D.O.T. identification number and/or brand name removed
intentionally.
•Loss of time or use, inconvenience or any incidental or consequential
damage.
•Original equipment tires on new vehicle. (See separate warranty, if
applicable, in your vehicle’s glove box.)
•Tires purchased as used.
•Tires used on Recreational Vehicles (For camping & Motor homes, etc.)
or in commercial service.
OTHER LIMITATIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE
FOLLOWING:
•Failure to rotate tires as recommended voids the tread wear warranty.
•If tires are different size on front and rear of vehicle, and therefore can’t
be rotated, the mileage warranty for the rear tires will be half of the
stated mileage warranty.
•Winter tires must be used only in winter months, which are deter-
mined to be September 1st through April 30th of the following year.
Documentation is required showing date of installation and removal to
maintain tread wear warranty.
ROAD HAZARD REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Most patterns sold by NEXEN TIRE are covered by a road hazard
warranty that protects the consumer against non-repairable damage
caused by puncture, snag, cut, bruise or impact break. Typical road
hazards are nails, glass, potholes and other debris. Covered tires will be
eligible for a free replacement for the first 3/32of original tread depth,
or for a period of two years from the date of purchase; whichever comes
first. If the DOT # on the tire is greater than 2 years from the adjustment
date, an invoice showing date of purchase is necessary. The cost of
mounting, balancing and any other service charges including applicable
taxes are required to be paid by the consumer.
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What Is The Adjustment Policy And For How Long?
If a Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable due to workmanship or material
anomalies during the initial warranty period, which is one year from the
date of original retail purchase of the vehicle or purchase of replacement
tires (purchase receipt required) or within the first 2/32” of the original
usable tread, whichever occurs first, the tire will be replaced with the
same or comparable tire at no charge to the owner. To receive consider-
ation for warranty coverage, tires must be returned to a PTI authorized
dealer. Tire Inspection Personnel designated by PTI make the final
determination regarding qualification for Workmanship and Materials
and Limited Tread wear coverage on tires submitted to Pirelli via an
authorized Pirelli dealer. If the tire is presented for ride related anomalies
the warranty period is one year from the date of original retail purchase
of the vehicle or purchase of replacement tires (purchase receipt required)
or within the first 2/32” of the original usable tread, whichever occurs
first. The owner must pay for any associated service charges, including
costs associated with mounting and balancing in both the aforemen-
tioned cases.
After the initial warranty period, if a Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable
due to workmanship or material anomalies the owner must pay the cost
for a comparable new Pirelli brand or PTI private brand replacement tire
on a pro-rata basis. The authorized Pirelli Dealer will determine the cost
by multiplying the percentage of the original usable tread worn by the
current dealer selling price. The owner must pay for any associated
service charges, including costs associated with mounting and balancing
of the tire.
A tire has delivered its original usable tread life and is considered 100%
worn when the tread wear indicators (2/32” tread remaining) become
visible regardless of age or mileage.
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VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEMS (TPMS)
Even if your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system, you should check your tire pres-
sure at least once per month when the tires are cold
(for example, after being parked overnight). Tire pres-
sure warning systems are not a substitute for regular
tire pressure maintenance.
WARNING!
If your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, read the vehicle Owner ’s
Manual regarding its operation. Some TPMS systems do not alert you
until the tires are significantly underinflated, which could result in
permanent tire damage and possible sudden tire failure. In the event
that your TPMS malfunction indicator lamp is displayed, you should
immediately pull over to a safe parking area and check your tires.
IDENTIFYING DAMAGED TIRES
•If your tire strikes a road hazard at any speed, internal tire damage
could result, which may lead to sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle
control. Tire failure may even occur miles after the initial impact.
Impact damage from such hazards may not be visible on the outside of
the tire. Have your Toyo Tires dealer dismount the tire and inspect it
for damage. A tire may not have visible signs of damage on the tire
surface or the interior.
•If the impact was sufficient to bend the wheel flange, internal tire
damage may have occurred, compromising the safety and integrity of
the tire. Such impact damage may result in a sudden tire failure many
weeks or months later. Tire replacement is highly recommended as a
safety precaution.
•Indications of impact damage include, but are not limited to, a bubble
or a blister on the outside of the tire.
•
Have your dealer inspect your tires if you see anything unusual or if cuts,
cracks, splitting, or bruises in the tread and sidewall areas are visible.
Bumps or bulges may indicate a serious and dangerous separation
within the tire body. Have your tire inspected by a qualified tire service
person. It may be necessary to have the tire removed from the wheel for
a complete inspection.
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When a tire has worn past the above specified period for free replace-
ment, the customer must pay for the cost of a new comparable YOKO-
HAMA passenger car or light truck tire on a pro-rated basis. The dealer
shall determine this cost by multiplying the percentage of usable tread
worn by the current retail selling price of that tire at the time of warranty
replacement. The costs of mounting, balancing and any other service
charges or applicable taxes are payable by the customer.
The tire is covered by this warranty for the life of the original usable tread
(the original tread depth down to the level of tread wear indicator bars
molded at 2/32 inch or 1.6 mm) or for 48 months from the date of vehicle
purchase, whichever comes first. This time period does not represent the
expected service life for tires covered by this warranty.
B) Temporary Spare Tires
When then original tread of a YOKOHAMA Temporary Spare tire used in
temporary highway service on the vehicle in which it was originally
equipped, is worn not more than 1/32 inch or 0.8 mm, the tire will be
replaced with a new YOKOHAMA Temporary Spare tire free of charge,
without charge for mounting and balancing the new tire. Additional
service charges are payable by the customer.
Temporary Spare tires worn in excess of 1/32 inch or 0.8 mm but less than
2/32 inch or 1.6 mm, will be replaced and the customer charged 50% of
the current retail selling price of the tire. The costs of mounting, balancing
and any other service charges are payable by the customer.
3. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
All implied warranties, including any warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly limited to the duration of
this written warranty.
All obligations or liabilities for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of vehicle
use or any other incidental or consequential damages are hereby ex-
cluded. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen-
tial damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply.
4. YOKOHAMA’S OBLIGATIONS
Replacements qualifying under the warranty will be made by an autho-
rized YOKOHAMA retail tire dealer and will be handled quickly. Listings
for participating dealers may be found in the yellow pages of your
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