How To Make A Claim Under This Warranty
The owner, when making a claim under the terms of this warranty, must
present the tire along with proof of purchase to any authorized Pirelli
Dealer. Once tires are returned to Pirelli by an authorized PTI dealer and
credit has been issued, submitted tires become the property of Pirelli.
To locate an authorized Pirelli Dealer in your area, refer to the Dealer
Locator at
www.ca.pirelli.com.
THIS IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY GIVEN BY PTI, APPLI-
CABLE TO PIRELLI BRAND OR PTI PRIVATE BRAND ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT OR REPLACEMENT PASSENGER CAR RADIAL AND
LIGHT TRUCK RADIAL TIRES. PTI DOES NOT MAKE ANY OTHER
EXPRESS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER-
CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. PTI
DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY OTHER PERSON, INCLUDING AU-
THORIZED PIRELLI DEALERS OR CAR MANUFACTURERS, OR CAR
DEALERS, TO CHANGE THIS WARRANTY OR CREATE ANY OTHER
OBLIGATION IN CONNECTION WITH PIRELLI TIRES. PTI WILL NOT
DO ANYTHING OTHER THAN WHAT IS STATED IN THIS WAR-
RANTY IF AN ANOMALY IS FOUND TO EXIST IN A PIRELLI BRAND
OR PTI PRIVATE BRAND ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT OR REPLACE-
MENT PASSENGER CAR OR LIGHT TRUCK RADIAL TIRE. ALL
OTHER REMEDIES ARE EXCLUDED, INCLUDING ANY OBLIGATION
OR LIABILITY ON THE PART OF PTI FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (SUCH AS A LOSS OF USE OF VEHICLE,
LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE) ARISING OUT OF AN
ANOMALY.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from province to province.
If further assistance or information is needed, please contact:
Consumer Affairs Group
Monday through Friday
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Eastern Canada1–800–363–0583
Ontario1–800–828–2585
Western Canada1–800–663–0148 PIRELLI TIRES
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Speed Symbol: an alphabetic code indicating the maximum speed at
which the tire can carry a load corresponding to its Load Index under
specified service conditions.
SPEED SYMBOL MAXIMUM SPEED
KM/H MPH
L 120 74
M 130 80
N 140 86
P 150 93
Q 160 99
R 170 105
S 180 112
T 190 118
U 200 124
H 210 130
V 240 149
W 270 168
*ZRY 300 186
(Y) ABOVE 300 ABOVE 186
*For tires having a maximum speed capability above 149 mph, a “ZR”
may appear in the size designation; above 186 mph, a “ZR” must appear
in the size designation, including a ”Y” speed symbol in brackets.
Other Markings:
P-As part of the tire size designation (e.g., P205/65R15), is used to
indicate the tires intended for service on passenger cars.
LT -As part of the tire size designation (e.g. LT235/75R15), is used to
indicate the tires are intended for service on light truck vehicles.
M&S -Letters used to indicate a tire suitable for Mud and Snow and/or
All Season usage.
XL -As part of the size designation (e.g. P235/75R16 XL), is used to
indicate the tire can carry more load as the maximum inflation pressure
and load are greater than a standard load version. (Also could be called
REINFORCED).
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5. DOT Street Legal Competition Tires
P Zero Trofeo and P Zero Corsa tire lines use special tire construction and
compounds to achieve their distinctive performance in dry conditions. As
a result of that, their performance in cold temperatures, heavy rain or
standing water will be decreased. Use extreme caution and drive slowly
on wet roads.
The minimum tread depth will be reached earlier than normal road tires,
resulting in reduced tread life.
6. Winter Tires
The standard Pirelli tires may be effective in light snow conditions.
However, for winter use, you may wish to install winter tires. During
winter use, Pirelli strongly recommends the fitment of 4 winter tires.
Please check your vehicle owner ’s manual concerning winter tire size
recommendation. If the winter tires have a lower speed rating than the
original equipment tires, vehicle handling may be affected, and the
vehicle maximum speed must be reduced to the winter tire speed rating.
Pirelli requires that studded tires be installed on all four positions.
Installing studded tires only on the drive positions of any vehicle,
including a front wheel drive vehicle, may cause adverse handling
characteristics.
7. Run Flat Tires
Always refer to the vehicle owners’ manual with respect to specific safety
and operating information relating to the vehicle. Damaged Run Flat tires
or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should
immediately be replaced with another Run Flat tire of identical size and
Service Description (Load Index and Speed Symbol).
Run Flat tires have been developed based on the specifications of the
vehicles on which they are mounted. Accordingly, Run Flat tires should
only be mounted on vehicles specifically manufactured to accommodate
Run Flat tires.
Run Flat tires must be mounted in conjunction with a functional Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
The mounting of tires and installation of the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) should be carried out by a specialized dealer.
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8. Tire Replacement
The tires fitted to your vehicle as original equipment were tested and
approved by the vehicle manufacturer and the tire manufacturer and take
into account all aspects of the vehicle’s operation. Changes in the tire size,
type or construction should not be made without seeking advice from the
vehicle or tire manufacturer or an authorized Pirelli dealer since unap-
proved tires on your vehicle could adversely affect steering, handling,
braking and traction. The tire information (tire size, load index and speed
symbol) as found on the vehicle placard or in the owner ’s manual should
always be followed when replacing tires.
It is strongly recommended that Pirelli tires be mounted in sets of four
with the same tread type. Pirelli tires should not be mixed with other tire
brands. It is necessary to follow this procedure because different tire
constructions have different handling characteristics. Tires on the same
axle must be the same manufacturer, brand, tire size, load index, speed
rating and Pirelli part number.
When changing only two tires on a vehicle which is homogeneously
fitted (four tires of the same tire size), fit the new tires on the rear axle.
This applies to all vehicles regardless of their drive axle. (Front or Rear
Drive).
On all wheel drive or four wheel drive vehicles the tires must always be
replaced in sets of four.
When replacing tires on light truck vehicles, you should always follow
the vehicle manufacturer ’s recommendations. Passenger and light truck
tires are not interchangeable, due to differences in their pressures and
load carrying capacity.
P-Metric and Euro-metric Interchangeability: Euro-metric (Example: 225/
45R17) tires have a load index which is equal to or greater than that of the
same size P-metric (Example: P225/45R17) tire. Therefore, they have the
same or higher load carrying capacity at the maximum rated inflation
pressure. Always check with your tire dealer or Pirelli Tire Consumer
Affairs to be sure of the exact interchangeability to maintain proper
vehicle dynamics.
Please be aware that it is important that, before fitting the suggested tires,
the fitment is allowed by the technical specifications of the vehicle, the
vehicle manufacturer and the relevant homologations. Pirelli Tire does
not express any view as to the compatibility of the wheel/tire combina-
tion with the technical specifications for the chassis and vehicle.
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12. Storage
Should you need to store tires after removal from a vehicle (as in the case
of winter tires), they should be stored in a cool, dry place. To protect your
tires from damage related to: heat, water, ozone and direct sunlight, it is
suggested you place them in opaque, waterproof containers (e.g., plastic
trash bags).
13. Tubes in Tubeless Tires
Under no circumstances are tubes to be used in Pirelli tires marked
“Tubeless”. This includes tires that have been repaired. If the tire’s
pressure retention ability has been affected, so as to necessitate a tube
being installed, the tire must be replaced.
14. Tire Valves
Whenever new tires are installed on your wheels, new tire valves of the
correct type must be installed. During your routine tire inspection, verify
that all your valves have proper valve caps. Replace as necessary, since
the valve cap is also a seal against pressure loss.
15. Tire Demounting and Mounting
Tire fitting is best left to professionals who have the proper tools and
equipment to perform the task properly and safely. Your tires should be
mounted or demounted, using Tire and Rubber Association of Canada
procedures or the vehicle manufacturers’ recommendations. Your wheels
should be in good, clean condition. Wheels should be inspected for
distortion, dents, cracks, rust and foreign matter, and be replaced as
necessary. NEVER EXCEED 40 PSI WHEN SEATING BEADS.
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TOYO TIRES – LIMITED
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TOYO TIRES
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG?
This Limited Warranty covers all Toyo brand passenger car, light truck
and temporary spare tires installed as original equipment on vehicles that
are sold and used within the United States.
Eligible Tires
Your tires are covered under this Limited Warranty if all of the following
criteria are met:
•The tire was installed on your vehicle at the factory as an original
equipment part.
•You are the original purchaser of the vehicle.
•You purchased the vehicle after November 2011*.
•You have always used the tires with this vehicle.
•The tires have been used for normal street driving.
•The vehicle has not been used for commercial service.
•You properly maintained and used the tire (See “Tire Safety and
Maintenance Information” section below).
•The tires are not subject to an exclusion (See “What is Not Covered?”
section below).
•You fulfill the warranty claim procedure (See “How to Make a Claim”
section below).
Eligible Tires are covered under this Limited Warranty for a period of up
to 5 years from the date you purchased your new vehicle. Toyo Tires will
replace it with a comparable new Toyo brand tire in the manner
explained in the “What Toyo Tires Will Do” section below.
* Vehicles purchased before November 2011 may be covered by an earlier
warranty. See your Toyo Tires retailer or contact Toyo Tires for more
information.
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Toyo Tires speed-rated passenger car tires may be repaired and
returned to service under the following conditions:
•Proper repair materials and procedures have been used.
•The damage or puncture is not larger than 1/4” (6.4 mm) in diameter.
•The repair will be the first repair performed on that tire. (Only one
repair per tire is permitted in order to maintain a limited speed rating.)
•The tire must have more than 2/32” (1.6 mm) of tread remaining.
Toyo Tires speed-rated passenger tires that have been properly re-
paired qualify for reduced speed ratings as follows:
ORIGINAL SPEED RATING AFTER PUNCTURE REPAIR
(Y), Y, W, Z, V, VR, H H (maximum speed 130 mph)
TT
SS
The maximum speed of a vehicle is limited by the lowest-speed- rated
tire on the car.
mNOTICE!
A tire’s speed rating is void if the tire has been retreaded, damaged, abused, or
otherwise altered from its original condition. Thereafter, it should be treated
as a non-speed-rated tire. In addition, retreaded passenger and light truck
tires are not warranted by Toyo Tires for any reason. Toyo Tires speed ratings
are voided for retreaded tires.
PROPER SELECTION OF TIRES
When tires need to be replaced, don’t guess what tire is right for your
vehicle. First look at the vehicle Owner ’s Manual or the Tire Information
Placard. They tell you the size of the tires that were on the vehicle as
original equipment.
Replacement tires for any vehicle must be of a size, load range, and load
capacity (by inflation) that is capable of supporting the same load as the
vehicle’s originally installed (OE) tires. Avoid installing used tires on a
vehicle. There is no way to determine what road hazards or abuse a
previously owned tire may have incurred.
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WARNING!
•Failure to install tires with adequate load capacity will result in tire
fatigue and sudden tire failure. This could lead to loss of vehicle
control, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
•Certain vehicle performance parameters, including ride comfort
and handling, may be affected by substitute tire sizes. In some
cases, particularly for SUVs and light trucks, a failure to follow the
vehicle manufacturer ’s recommendations for tire replacement
could adversely affect the safe handling of the vehicle, possibly
resulting in a loss of vehicle control leading to personal injury or
death.
The following procedures concerning replacement tires must be fol-
lowed:
•Confirm that the load-carrying capacity is greater than or equal to the
loadcarrying capacity of the OE tire size at the pressure indicated on
the vehicle Tire Information Placard.
•Carefully note any differences between recommendations for front and
rear axle positions regarding the tire size and/ or inflation pressure.
•The speed rating must be equal to or greater than what is specified by
the vehicle manufacturer if the speed capability of the vehicle is to be
maintained.
•Tires should be mounted on approved wheel widths. If changing tire
sizes, check to make sure the wheel has adequate load and inflation
pressure capacity.
•Body and chassis clearance must be checked on the vehicle’s front and
rear axles.
In addition to the above, light truck tire replacements should take into
consideration the following:
•Proper spacing between dual tires is necessary for optimum tire
performance. If chains are used, particular care must be taken to assure
adequate clearance between loaded tires to avoid damage from the
chains. The allowable outside diameter difference between a tire and
its dual mate is 1/4” (6.4 mm) for light truck tires.
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