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of the storage and service conditions (inflation
pressure, load, speed, road hazard injury, etc.)
to which a tire is subjected. Consumers should
not rely solely on the appearance of the tire,
but should be aware of any change in dynamic
performance such as increased air loss, noise
or vibration, which could be a sign to remove
the tire. Therefore, it is essential to have tires,
including spares, inspected regularly (at least
monthly) for proper inflation pressure, damage
and treadwear.
FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR
INFORMATION, FIRST CONTACT THE
NEAREST GOODYEAR OR DUNLOP
RETAILER.
1. For assistance in locating the nearest Goodyear or Dunlop Retailer, look in
the Yellow Pages under Tire Retailers –
New.
2. Go to www.goodyear.com for U.S. or www. goodyear.ca for Canada.
For Dunlop tires, go to www.dunloptires.
com for U.S. & Canada.
If additional assistance is required, call the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-
321-2136 for U.S. or 1-800-387-3288
for Canada.
Or write to:
Customer Assistance Center Dept 728
1144 East Market Street
Akron, OH 44316-0001 In Canada, call the Client Assistance
Centre at 1-800-387-3288 or write to:
Client Assistance Centre 450 Kipling Avenue
Toronto, Ont. M8Z 5E1
Check your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual (or your
vehicle) to determine if it is equipped with run-
flat (extended mobility) tires. If your vehicle
is equipped with run-flat tires, the following
applies:
RUN-FLAT TECHNOLOGY EXTENDED
MOBILITY TECHNOLOGY (EMT™),
RUNONFLAT
® (ROF) AND DUNLOP SELF-
SUPPORTING TECHNOLOGY (DSST®)
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
OPERATIONAL MONITORING
The information contained in this Limited
Warranty Brochure applies only to the Original
Equipment tires supplied with your vehicle.
In order for Goodyear Run-Flat (Extended
Mobility Technology [EMT], RunOnFlat [ROF])
or Dunlop Run-Flat (Dunlop Self- Supporting
Technology [DSST]) tires to obtain the
performance criteria stated within this Limited
Warranty, Goodyear or Dunlop Run- Flat tires
must use specific parts, such as a low tire
pressure monitoring system authorized by the
Original Equipment vehicle manufacturer. RUN-FLAT TIRE FEATURE:
The Goodyear or Dunlop Run-Flat tire is a high
performance tire with a remarkable feature:
It can operate for limited distances with very
low or even no inflation pressure (refer to your
Vehicle Owner’s Manual for these limitations).
This is an important benefit, especially if
inflation loss occurs at a location where
immediately stopping your vehicle could be
hazardous.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
ALERT
Refer to your vehicle Owner’s Manual for more
information on what to do if the tire pressure
warning system activates.
WARNING
If the tire pressure-monitoring system signals
an alert, follow these safety precautions to
prevent a loss of vehicle control that could
result in serious personal injury or death:
• Slow your speed. Do not exceed 50 mph
(80 kph).
• Avoid hard cornering, hard braking and severe handling maneuvers.
• Avoid potholes and other road hazards.
Remember that when your tires have lost air
pressure, your vehicle’s handling capability is
reduced, particularly during severe maneuvers.
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TO PROLONG TIRE LIFE DURING A SYSTEM
ALERT
The Goodyear or Dunlop Run-Flat tire can be
driven at low or zero air pressure (refer to your
vehicle Owner’s Manual for these limitations).
To help prolong the life of a tire operating
under low-inflation conditions, drive at a speed
as far below 50 mph (80 kph) as possible. Also,
drive the shortest distance possible before
obtaining tire service. Taking these precautions
will increase the chance that your tire will be
repairable.
SERVICE AFTER A SYSTEM ALERT
To obtain service after operating under low-
inflation conditions, contact your Goodyear or
Dunlop Run-Flat service facility. Trained service
personnel will inspect your tires to determine
if they are in need of repair or replacement.
To locate the nearest authorized Goodyear or
Dunlop Run-Flat service facility, call 1-800-
GOODYEAR (1-800-466-3932).
WARNING
Because of the unique characteristics of
Run-Flat tires, the wheels on which they
are mounted and your vehicle’s tire pressure
monitoring system, all tire service work other
than routine inflation maintenance and
external inspections must be performed by
service personnel at a Goodyear or Dunlop
Run-Flat service facility. Do not attempt to
mount or demount Run-Flat tires yourself;
serious injury or death could result. Only
specially trained persons should mount,
demount and repair Run-Flat tires, and more than 40 psi (270 kPa) may be required to seat
beads. A safety cage and clip-on extension
air hose must be used if more than 40 psi
(270kPa) is need to seat beads.
TIRE REPAIR
Like any other Goodyear or Dunlop speed-
rated, high performance tire, the Goodyear
or Dunlop Run-Flat tire may be repaired to
correct a puncture in the tread, but PROPER
MATERIALS AND PROCEDURES MUST BE
USED. Contact a Goodyear or Dunlop Run-
Flat service facility for information on proper
repairs. For the location of the nearest facility,
call 1-800-GOODYEAR (1-800-466- 3932).
WARNING
Goodyear and Dunlop Run-Flat tires are
designed for use only on certain original
equipment wheels supplied with a properly
operating low tire pressure-monitoring system.
If applied to a vehicle without a properly
operating low tire pressure-monitoring
system, the tires may fail when operated in
an underinflated condition, resulting in loss of
vehicle control and possible serious injury or
death. Application of these tires to a vehicle
not equipped with specified operational low
tire pressure monitoring system constitutes
improper and unsafe use of this product.OPERATIONAL MONITORINGThe information contained in this Limited
Warranty Brochure applies only to the Original
Equipment tires supplied with your vehicle.
In order for Goodyear Run-Flat (Extended
Mobility Technology [EMT], RunOnFlat [ROF])
or Dunlop Run-Flat (Dunlop Self- Supporting
Technology [DSST]) tires to obtain the
performance criteria stated within this Limited
Warranty, Goodyear or Dunlop Run- Flat tires
must use specific parts, such as a low tire
pressure monitoring system authorized by the
Original Equipment vehicle manufacturer.
RUN-FLAT TIRE FEATURE:The Goodyear or Dunlop Run-Flat tire is a high
performance tire with a remarkable feature:
It can operate for limited distances with very
low or even no inflation pressure (refer to your
Vehicle Owner’s Manual for these limitations).
This is an important benefit, especially if
inflation loss occurs at a location where
immediately stopping your vehicle could be
hazardous.
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM ALERT
Refer to your vehicle Owner’s Manual for more
information on what to do if the tire pressure
warning system activates.
WARNING
If the tire pressure-monitoring system signals
an alert, follow these safety precautions to
prevent a loss of vehicle control that could
result in serious personal injury or death:
• Slow your speed. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 kph).
• Avoid hard cornering, hard braking and severe handling maneuvers.
• Avoid potholes and other road hazards
Remember that when your tires have lost air
pressure, your vehicle’s handling capability is
reduced, particularly during severe maneuvers.
TO PROLONG TIRE LIFE DURING A
SYSTEM ALERT
The Goodyear or Dunlop Run-Flat tire can be
driven at low or zero air pressure (refer to your
vehicle Owner’s Manual for these limitations).
To help prolong the life of a tire operating
under low-inflation conditions, drive at a speed
as far below 50 mph (80 kph) as possible. Also,
drive the shortest distance possible before
obtaining tire service. Taking these precautions
will increase the chance that your tire will be
repairable.
SERVICE AFTER A SYSTEM ALERT
To obtain service after operating under low-
inflation conditions, contact your Goodyear or
Dunlop Run-Flat service facility. Trained service
personnel will inspect your tires to determine
if they are in need of repair or replacement.
To locate the nearest authorized Goodyear or
Dunlop Run-Flat service facility, call 1-800-
GOODYEAR (1-800-466-3932).
WARNING
Because of the unique characteristics of
Run-Flat tires, the wheels on which they
are mounted and your vehicle’s tire pressure
monitoring system, all tire service work other
than routine inflation maintenance and
external inspections must be performed by
service personnel at a Goodyear or Dunlop
Run-Flat service facility. Do not attempt to
mount or demount Run-Flat tires yourself;
serious injury or death could result. Only
specially trained persons should mount,
demount and repair Run-Flat tires, and more
than 40 psi (270 kPa) may be required to seat
beads. A safety cage and clip-on extension
air hose must be used if more than 40 psi
(270kPa) is needed to seat beads.
TIRE REPAIRLike any other Goodyear or Dunlop speed-
rated, high performance tire, the Goodyear
or Dunlop Run-Flat tire may be repaired to
correct a puncture in the tread, but PROPER
MATERIALS AND PROCEDURES MUST BE
USED. Contact a Goodyear or Dunlop Run-
Flat service facility for information on proper
repairs. For the location of the nearest facility,
call 1-800-GOODYEAR (1-800-466- 3932).
WARNING
Goodyear and Dunlop Run-Flat tires are
designed for use only on certain original
equipment wheels supplied with a properly
operating low tire pressure-monitoring system.
If applied to a vehicle without a properly
operating low tire pressure-monitoring
system, the tires may fail when operated in
an underinflated condition, resulting in loss of
vehicle control and possible serious injury or
death. Application of these tires to a vehicle
not equipped with specified operational low
tire pressure-monitoring system constitutes
improper and unsafe use of this product.
GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY

37MICHELIN PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
WHO IS COVERED
The original owner of a Michelin Passenger or
Light Truck tire which bears the Michelin name
and complete DOT identification number.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
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 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 first. 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 COVERED
Tires 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; • Underinfation, overinflation, improper
maintenance or other abuse;
• Mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment resulting in uneven or
rapid wear;
• Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or vandalism;
• Ozone or weather cracking.
WHAT MICHELIN WILL DO
PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES
A tire which becomes unserviceable due to
a condition covered by this warranty will be
replaced with a comparable new Michelin
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 beneficial 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
or 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 beneficial to the user)
or after 12 months from date of purchase, the
user must pay the cost of a comparable new
Michelin passenger or light truck replacement
tire on a pro-rata basis. The retailer 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 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. The cost of mounting,
balancing and any other service charges or
applicable taxes are payable by the user.
WHAT THE CONSUMER MUST DO
When making a claim under the terms of this
warranty, the consumer must present the tire
to an authorized Michelin Retailer. To locate
an Authorized Tire Retailer, check the yellow
pages under “Tire Retailers - 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 EXCLUSIONS
THIS 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
MICHELIN ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY
FOR LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, TIRES
WHICH ARE IN THE CUSTODY OR
CONTROL OF A MICHELIN TIRE RETAILER
FOR THE PURPOSES OF INSPECTION FOR
WARRANTY ADJUSTMENT. IN THE EVENT
OF A DISPUTED CLAIM, THE CONSUMER
MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE FOR
FURTHER INSPECTION.
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(B) Pro Rata Replacement Policy:
Passenger/Light Truck Tires
After the "Free Replacement Policy"
expires (set forth in section 2A), and
the tire is still within 72 months from
the date of purchase*, you will pay, on
a pro rata basis, for a comparable**
new Continental or General brand
replacement tire. A tire is eligible for an
adjustment on a pro rata basis until the
tread is worn down to the tread wear
indicators (2/32nds of an inch of tread
remaining). The tire tread is worn out at
this point and this Policy ends regardless
of time period. Owner pays all applicable
taxes (including F.E.T.), mounting and
balancing charges.
Serva-Spare Tires
After the “Free Replacement Policy”
expires (set forth in section 2A), no
adjustment will be made.
3. HOW A PRO RATA PRICE IS
CALCULATED
The replacement tire price will be determined
by multiplying the percentage of the usable
tread worn by the Retailers Selling Price
(excluding all applicable taxes) at the time of
the adjustment or the Continental/General
brand current published Adjustment Base Price, whichever is lower. The usable tread
is the original tread down to the tread wear
indicators (2/32nds of an inch of tread
remaining). The Adjustment Base Price is
intended to fairly represent a Retailer ’s Selling
Price for the same or comparable tire.
4. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE
ADJUSTMENT POLICY
a.
The following conditions are not covered:
Road Hazard: Cuts, snags, punctures, bruises
or impact breaks and any damage caused
by puncture or tire repair. Ride/Vibration:
After “Free Replacement Policy” (set forth in
section 2A) expires.
Tire Damage or Failure Resulting From
Improper Operation or Maintenance: Load,
speed, and inflation practices causing
excessive operational temperatures to
exceed the tire capabilities.
Tire damage (including irregular treadwear)
or failure resulting from: improper mounting
or demounting, damaged rim, wheel
alignment, tire trueing, chain damage, brakes
or any similar mechanical problem, extreme
temperature exposure, misuse, negligence,
and abusive driving such as tire spinning,
racing or accident damage. Tire failure
resulting from intentional alterations: such
as adding a white inlay on a blackwall or
sealant materials. Age Conditions: Weather checking/cracking
coverage is for a maximum period of 48
months from the date of purchase.
b. General Exclusions -
Tire(s) submitted for an adjustment in service
for longer than 72 months from date of
purchase*, are not covered by this policy.
Tire(s) on any vehicle registered and normally
operated outside the United States and
Canada are not covered under this Policy.
For tires on vehicles normally operated
outside the United States and Canada, see
the nearest Continental or General Tire
retailer or distributor for local coverage.
Tire(s) transferred from the vehicle on which
they were originally installed are not covered
under this Policy.
Company does not offer tread wearout
coverage up to a predetermined mileage
under this Policy. Tire(s) used in racing
related activities or competitive events are
not covered by this Policy.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
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* At the time of claim, you need to present your new vehicle registration or new vehicle sales invoice showing date of purchase. If satisfactory proof-of-purchase date is not provided, the D.O.T.
certification date of manufacture (tire serial number) will be used.
** A “comparable” new Continental or General brand tire may be either the same tire line or the same basic construction but with a different sidewall or tread configuration. If a higher-priced tire is accepted
as replacement, the owner will pay the difference in price. Any tire replaced under this Policy will be covered by the current Continental or General Tire Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy

42IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION¹
Any tire, no matter how well constructed,may
fail due to improper maintenance or
service factors. This could create a risk of
property damage and serious or fatal injury.
Disregarding any of the safety precautions
and instructions contained in this manual may
result in tire failure or explosion causing serious
personal injury or death. For your safety,
comply with the following:
TIRE INFLATION
Keep tires inflated to the pressures
recommended on the tire data placard. (See
your Owner’s Manual for location.) These
inflation pressures must be maintained as a
minimum. However, do not exceed the maximum
pressure rating indicated on the tire sidewall.
CHECK INFLATION PRESSURES ON ALL
YOUR TIRES, INCLUDING THE SPARE,
WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AT LEAST ONCE A
MONTH BEFORE DRIVING.
Failure to maintain correct inflation may
result in improper vehicle handling and may
cause rapid and irregular tire wear, sudden tire
destruction, loss of vehicle control and serious
personal injury. Therefore, inflation pressures
should be checked at least once a month and
always prior to long distance trips.
Pressures should be checked when tires are
cold. The tires are cold when your vehicle has
been driven less than a mile at moderate speed
after being stopped for three or more hours.
CHECKING PRESSURE WHEN
TIRES ARE HOT
If you must add air when your tires are hot, add
four pounds per square inch (psi) (28kPa) above
the recommended cold air pressure. Recheck the
inflation pressure when the tire is cold.
For Example Only:
Gauge reading of hot tire: 32psi
If recommended pressure is: 30psi
Desired gauge reading of hot tire 30 + 4psi =
34psi
Check cold pressures as soon as possible, at
least by the next day. Never “bleed” air from
hot tires as your tire will be underinflated. Use
an accurate tire gauge to check pressures.
Never allow children to air up tires.
DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES
NOT HAVE THE CORRECT INFLATION
PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS. For replacement
tires, the correct inflation pressure will be
provided by your tire retailer. If not, refer to the
vehicle decal.
Underinflation produces extreme flexing of the
sidewalls and builds up heat which may result
in sudden tire destruction and serious personal
injury. Overinflating can cause the tire to be
more susceptible to impact damage.
LOAD LIMITS
DO NOT OVERLOAD. DRIVING ON ANY
OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS. Never
load your tires beyond the load carrying limits molded into the sidewall of the tires or the
maximum vehicle load limit as shown on the
vehicle tire data placard, whichever is less.
Overloading causes heat to build up which
can lead to sudden tire failure and serious
personal injury.
SPEED LIMITS AND SPEED RATED
TIRES
HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE
DANGEROUS. Never operate your vehicle
in excess of lawful speeds or the maximum
speeds justified by the driving conditions.
Excessive speeds or racing can cause heat
buildup in a tire leading to possible failure and
serious personal injury.
Correct inflation pressure is especially
important.
However, at high speeds, even with
the correct inflation pressure, a road hazard,
for example, is more difficult to avoid and if
contact is made, there is a greater chance of
causing tire damage than at the lower speed.
Moreover, driving at high speed reduces the
reaction time available to avoid accidents and
bring your vehicle to a safe stop. If you see any
damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with your
spare tire and see your tire retailer at once.
Tire speed ratings do not imply that a vehicle
can be safely driven at the maximum speed
for which the tire is rated. In addition, some
damages or improper repairs may cause a
speed-rated tire to lose its speed rating.
Exceeding the tire’s maximum speed rating
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will cause the tire to build up excessive heat
which can cause tire damage that could result
in sudden tire destruction and rapid air loss.
Failure to control a vehicle with sudden air loss
can lead to an accident. In any case, you should
not exceed reasonable speeds as indicated by
the legal limits and driving conditions.
SPEED SYMBOLS -are shown on the sidewall
of some tires. The following table shows the
maximum speed corresponding to the symbol.SPEED RATINGS
†Speed Rating Speed
mph Maximum
km/Hr
M 81130
N8 7140
P 93150
Q9 9160
R 106 170
S 112 180
T 118 190
H 130 210
W 168 270
Y 186 300
V* 149 240
Z** 149 240
*Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a
speed capacity of greater than 149 mph
(240 km/h). Consult your tire manufacturer
for maximum speed ratings if your vehicle
capability exceeds this speed. **Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed for use
on cars with maximum speed capabilities
in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). Consult
your tire manufacturer for maximum speed
capabilities.
†Although a tire may be speed rated, we do
not endorse the operation of any vehicle in
an unsafe or unlawful manner. Speed ratings
are based on laboratory tests which relate
to performance on the road, but are not
applicable if tires are underinflated, overloaded,
worn out, damaged, altered, improperly
repaired, or retreaded. Furthermore, tire speed
ratings do not imply that vehicles can be safely
driven at the maximum speed for which the tire
is rated, particularly under adverse road and
weather conditions or if the vehicle has unusual
characteristics. Most highway passenger
tires that do not have a speed symbol in the
sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 105
mph. Light truck highway tires that do not
have a speed symbol on the sidewall of the tire
have a maximum speed of 87 mph. Some light
truck tires may have higher maximum speeds;
consult your tire retailer. The speed and other
ratings of retreaded tires are assigned by the
retreader and voids the original manufacturer’s
ratings.
IMPORTANT: In order to maintain the speed
capability of the vehicle, replacement tires
must have speed ratings equal to or higher
than those fitted as original equipment (as
indicated on the vehicle placard or Owner’s
Manual). If tires with lower speed ratings are
fitted, the speed capability of the vehicle will be
lowered to the maximum speed capability of
the replacement tire as indicated on the above
table.
Remember...High speed driving can be
dangerous and may be damaging to your tires.
And...When driving at highway speeds, correct
inflation pressure is especially important.
Contact the manufacturer of your tires for
their position and assistance on the repair of
speed-rated tires. When you are replacing tires
that have a speed rating, you must replace
with tires of the same or higher speed rating
if the speed capability of the vehicle is to be
maintained.
VISUAL INSPECTION
INSPECT YOUR TIRES. DO NOT DRIVE ON A
DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL.
Check your tires
frequently for scrapes, bulges, separations,
cuts, snags, cracks, penetrations or excessive
localized wear from hard braking. Also check
for abnormal tire wear, particularly on the
edges of the tire tread which may be caused
by misalignment or underinflation. Impacts can
damage the inner portion of the tire without
being visible on the outside. If damage can be
seen on the tires or wheels, or if you suspect
that possible impact damage may have
occurred, replace with spare at once and have
your tire store or retailer inspect your tires
immediately. Use of a damaged tire could
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44IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION¹
result in tire destruction. When inspecting
your tires, including the spare, check your air
pressures. If your pressure check indicates
that one of your tires has lost pressure of two
pounds or more, look for signs of penetrations,
valve leakage, or wheel damage that may
account for the air loss.
All tires will wear out faster when subjected
to high speeds as well as hard cornering, rapid
starts, sudden stops, frequent driving on roads
which are in poor condition, and off-road use.
Roads with holes and rocks or other objects
can damage tires and cause misalignment of
your vehicle. When you drive on such roads,
drive on them carefully and slowly, and before
driving again at normal or highway speeds,
examine your tires for any damage, such
as cuts, bulges, penetrations, unusual wear
patterns, etc.
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS (WEAR BARS):
Tires contain Tread Wear Indicators (Wear
Bars) in the grooves of the tire tread which
show up when only 2/32nds of an inch
(1.6mm) of tread is remaining. At this stage,
your tires must be replaced. Tires worn beyond
this stage are dangerous.
HAZARDS
Objects in the road that threaten a tire should
be safely avoided. These objects are potholes,
glass, metal, rocks, wood debris and the
like. Unavoidable contact should prompt a
thorough tire inspection. You may not always recall hitting an object
that can damage or injure your tires. If while
driving your vehicle experiences any unusual
vibrations, ride disturbance or noise and/or you
suspect that possible damage to the tires or
vehicle has occurred, DO NOT JAM OR LOCK
YOUR BRAKES! Rather reduce your speed and
drive with caution until you can safely pull off
the road. Stop and inspect the tires. If the tire
is underinflated or damaged, deflate, remove
the tire and rim assembly and replace it with
your spare. If you cannot detect a cause, have
the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire
retailer to have the vehicle inspected.
REPAIRING, MOUNTING AND
DEMOUNTING OF TIRES
Do not attempt to repair, mount or demount a
tire yourself. Tire changing can be dangerous
and must be done by professionally trained
persons using proper tools and procedures
as specified by the Rubber Manufacturers
Association (RMA). Follow these mounting
recommendations. Your tires should be
mounted on wheels of correct size and type
and which are in good, clean condition. Bent,
chipped or rusted wheels may cause tire
damage. The inside of the tire must be free
from foreign materials. Have your retailer
check the wheels before mounting new tires.
Mismatched tires and rims can explode during
mounting. Also, mismatched tires and rims can
result in dangerous tire failure on the road. If
a tire is mounted by error on the wrong-sized
rim, do not remount it on the proper rim - scrap it. It may be damaged internally (which
is not externally visible) by being dangerously
stretched and could fail on the highway.
Old valves may leak. When new tubeless tires
are mounted, have new valves of the correct
type installed. Tubeless tires must be mounted
only on wheels designed for tubeless tires, i.e.,
wheels which have safety humps or ledges.
Never perform a temporary repair, use an
innertube or inject sealant as a permanent
substitute for a proper repair. Only qualified
persons should repair tires.
Be sure that all your valves have suitable valve
caps. This will keep valve cores clean and clear
and guard against leakage.
REPAIRS - WHENEVER POSSIBLE, SEE
A TIRE RETAILER AT ONCE.
Some tire
manufacturers do not warrant any inspection
or repair process. The repair is entirely the
responsibility of the repairer. Punctures in
the tread of a passenger tire which do not
exceed 1/4 of an inch (6mm) in diameter can
usually be repaired by following the Rubber
Manufacturer’s Association (RMA) Passenger
and Light Truck Repair procedures. Contact
the manufacturer of your tires for its position
and assistance as to the acceptable location
for a proper repair and the repair of speed
rated tires. Do not use plug repairs. They may
cause further damage to the tire. They are not
always air tight and the plug may fail. Do not
exceed posted speed limits on any repaired tire.
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