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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. 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 MONITORING The information contained in this Limited
Warranty Brochure applies only to the Original
Equipment tires supplied with your vehicle.
GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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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.
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 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.
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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;
•• Underinflation, 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
MICHELIN PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE
LIMITED WARRANTY AND
ADJUSTMENT POLICY
This Limited Warranty and Adjustment
(the “Policy”) is issued by Continental Tire
North America, Inc. (the “Company”) and is
applicable for Continental/General-brand
original equipment tires and is a promise of
replacement under certain specified conditions.
This Policy applies to tires in normal service
displaying adjustable conditions (see Section
4) and does not require the existence of a
workmanship or material related condition
in order to qualify for adjustment. THIS
POLICY IS NOT A WARRANTY THAT
YOUR TIRE WILL NOT FAIL OR BECOME
UNSERVICEABLE IF NEGLECTED OR
MISTREATED.
1. ELIGIBILITY
a. This Policy applies to the owner of Passenger Car, Light Truck and Serva-
Spare tires bearing Continental and
General brand name and serial numbers,
and operated in normal service.
b. Eligible tires must be the original
equipment tires, used on the vehicle on
which they were originally installed by the
vehicle manufacturer. c. Tires branded “used” are not eligible under
this Policy.
2. WHAT IS THE ADJUSTMENT POLICY AND FOR HOW LONG?
Limited warranty coverage is for a maximum
period of 72 months from the date of
purchase* , determined by the new vehicle
registration date or new vehicle sales invoice
showing date of purchase.
If an eligible Passenger or Light Truck or Serva-
Spare tire, used in normal service, becomes
unserviceable from a condition other than
those listed under Section 4, during or after
the time or treadwear periods shown below,
it will be replaced with a comparable ** new
Continental or General brand tire according to
(A) and (B) below.
(A) Free Replacement Policy:
Time* Treadwear
Passenger Tire First 12 Months or First
2/32nds, (whichever
comes first). Mounting &
balancing included free
of charge. Owner pays all
applicable taxes. Light Truck Tire
First 12 Months or First
2/32nds,(whichever
comes first). Mounting &
balancing included free
of charge. Owner pays all
applicable taxes. (Excluding
F.E.T.)
Serva-Spare No Time Limit First
1/32nd, Mounting &
balancing included free
of charge. Owner pays all
applicable taxes.
(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.
CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
* 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
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39CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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 Retailer’s 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
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
ARE MADE OR INTENDED BY COMPANY.
COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WRITTEN WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO
NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG
AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.
NO COMPANY EMPLOYEE OR RETAILER
HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY
WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, PROMISE
OR AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF
COMPANY EXCEPT AS STATED IN THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY.
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TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW,
COMPANY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR
ALL CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR BREACH
OF WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS
OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
5. COMPANY’S OBLIGATIONS
Any replacement qualifying under this
Adjustment Policy will be made by any
Continental or General brand authorized
retailer or vehicle retailer authorized to handle
Continental or General brand tire adjustments.
Company will replace the tire pursuant to the
terms of this Adjustment Policy.
6. OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
To make a claim under this Policy concerning
any tire which is covered by this Policy, you
must present your claim with the tire to any
Continental or General brand tire retailer
or vehicle retailer authorized to handle
Continental/General brand tires. For the
nearest Continental or General brand tire
retailer, check the Yellow Pages, or use the
Continental or General brand Internet address, or one of the “800” numbers shown under
“For Client Assistance.” To be eligible for the
terms of this Policy, you need to present your
new vehicle registration form or new vehicle
sales invoice showing date of purchase. Tires
replaced on an adjustment basis become the
property of Company. You will be required to
sign the Company Limited Warranty Claim
Form or retailer replacement sales receipt.
You are responsible for payment of all
applicable taxes demounting, mounting and
balancing charges set forth under this Policy.
You are also responsible for payment of local
tire-disposal fees and any parts or service
regardless of mileage or months of service. This
includes payment for tire rotation, alignment,
towing, road service, valve stems and tire
repairs.
Owner is responsible for maintaining proper
tire air pressure and for proper maintenance of
the tire.
THE WARRANTOR
The warrantor of Continental and General
brand tires is Continental Tire North America,
Inc., 1830 McMillan Park Drive, Fort Mill, SC
29707.
For Client Assistance:
1-800-847-3349 (Nationwide)
1-800-461-1776 (In Canada)
http:/
/www.generaltire.com
http:/ /www.continentaltire.com
SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding 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.
CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY

41IMPORTANT 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.
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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.
Certain tire manufacturers speed ratings are
voided if the tire is repaired.
Although a tire was properly repaired, internal
structural damage resulting from the puncture
may have occurred.
Sometime later the damage may cause the tire
to be removed from service.
If the tire has a puncture in the tread which
exceeds 1/4 inch (6mm), the tire must be replaced. If any tire has sustained a puncture,
have the tire inspected internally by a tire
retailer for possible damage that may have
occurred.
Improper mounting and inflation procedures
can cause an explosion of the tire/rim
assembly. Only specially trained persons should
perform these tasks. Contact your tire store or
retailer for assistance.
CAUTION - Never, under any circumstance,
introduce a flammable substance into a tire.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING
Wheel alignment and balancing are important
for safety and maximum mileage from your
tires. Check how your tires are wearing at
least once a month. If your tires are wearing
unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the
tire wearing faster than the rest of the tread,
or if you detect excessive vibration, your
vehicle may be out of alignment or balance.
These conditions not only shorten the life of
your tires, but adversely affect the handling
characteristics of your vehicle which could
be dangerous. If you detect irregular wear or
vibration, have your alignment and balance
checked immediately. Tires which have been
run underinflated will show more wear on the
shoulders than in the center of the tread.
HARD BRAKING
You must inspect your tires after any hard
braking circumstances or after tires have slid
on the pavement. This can cause a flat spot in
a section of the tire tread. TIRE SPINNING
Never spin your tires above a speedometer
reading of 35 mph (55 km/h) if your vehicle
becomes stuck. The centrifugal force
generated by the free spinning tire/wheel
assembly may cause a sudden tire explosion,
resulting in vehicle damage and/or serious
personal injury or death. Never allow anyone
to stand near or behind a tire spinning at high
speed while attempting to push a vehicle that
is stuck. When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other
slippery conditions, do not indulge in excessive
wheel spin. In such conditions, with automatic
transmission vehicles, by accelerating the
engine excessively, it is possible to spin one of
the drive tires beyond its speed capability. This
is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheel
assembly using the engine of the vehicle to
spin the wheel.
TIRE TREAD
Tires must be replaced when the depth of
the tread reaches 2/32 inch (1.6 mm). Tires
are manufactured with tread wear indicators
molded into the tire grooves which indicate
tread wearout. As tires approximate 2/32 inch
(1.6 mm) wearout, the tread gauge becomes
thinner and more vulnerable to the effects
of road hazards. Also, worn tires are more
subject to hydroplaning, which can cause loss
of control. Therefore, visual tire inspection
becomes more crucial as the tires wear out.
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IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION¹