•If an unusual vibration or vehicle handling difficulty arises, stop
driving as soon as safely and reasonably possible. The tire may be
about to suddenly fail. Release the accelerator and gradually reduce
speed. The tire will need to be replaced before proceeding.
• If towing a trailer, stop driving as soon as safely and reasonably
possible. In this condition, it is potentially dangerous to operate a
vehicle/trailer combination. If possible, disconnect the trailer and
proceed as noted above. Do not continue to tow any trailer until proper
tire service or replacement has been performed.
• Do not touch a tire recently run-low or run-flat (it may be very hot).
Allow the tire to cool before handling.
DISTANCE—HOW FAR YOU CAN DRIVE
Factors affecting run-flat or low tire pressure operating distance include
vehicle speed, load, and maneuvering; the amount of inflation pressure
loss; the extent of any tire damage; and ambient temperature.
The tire may be marked on the sidewall with run-flat or low tire pressure
operating speed and/or distance limitations, which vary by tire design
and vehicle application (consult your vehicle owner ’s manual). By
international standard, RFT tires have a baseline limitation in run-flat
mode of the following:
Maximum Speed: 50 mph (80 km/h)
Maximum Distance: 50 miles (80 km)
NOTE:
•Maximum distance values are determined under controlled condi-
tions, which may vary in actual use.
• Your mileage capability may be less, or more, depending on your
specific operating conditions.
• If in doubt, do not exceed the 50 mile (80 km) limitation.
• Seek tire service as soon as possible to minimize tire damage.
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SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Read your Tire Owner ’s Manual, the information on the sidewall of your
tires, your vehicle owner ’s manual and vehicle tire information placard
for essential safety and maintenance information. When service is
required:
1. Contact a participating Michelin tire retailer listed in your local yellowpages.
2.
If additional assistance in locating a participating Michelin tire retailer is
required, please call the phone number listed for your area on page
184.
WARNING!
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.
ARBITRATION CLAUSE
RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES
ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE
MARKETING, SALE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PURCHASED PROD-
UCT AGAINST MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA, INC. AND ITS AGENTS,
EMPLOYEES, DEALERS, AFFILIATES, PARENT OR SISTER CORPORA-
TIONS, RELATED CORPORATE ENTITIES, PREDECESSORS, SUCCES-
SORS OR ASSIGNS (HEREINAFTER COLLECTIVELY “MICHELIN”)
SHALL BE SUBJECT TO BINDING ARBITRATION. You and Michelin
acknowledge your and its right to litigate claims, disputes and controversies
arising out of or in connection with this limited warranty or the marketing,
sale or performance of the purchased product in court, but prefer to resolve
any such claims, disputes and controversies through arbitration and hereby
waive the right to litigate such claims, disputes and controversies in court
upon election of arbitration by either party. Therefore, you and Michelin
agree that all claims, disputes, and controversies between you and Michelin
arising out of or in connection with this limited warranty, or any other
warranties, express or implied, including a failure of warranty, or any claims
arising out of or in connection with the marketing, sale or performance of the
purchased product, including but not limited to claims for consumer fraud or
brought under any consumer protection statute, but excluding claims for
personal injury or property damage, shall be finally resolved solely by
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DO NOT OVERLOAD - DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS
DANGEROUS
The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall. Do
not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufac-
turer of your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires are not
overloaded. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable
loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that may
result in sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any Michelin tire
retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size
and pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch
utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire
load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal and the owner ’s manual
supplied by the manufacturer of your vehicle for further recommenda-
tions on trailer towing.
MICHELIN® PAX® System Tires/Self-Supporting Zero Pressure (ZP)
Tires and Trailer Towing
Operation of Pax or ZP tires at low or zero air pressure with a trailer in
tow, is dangerous and is not recommended. If the low pressure warning
indicator is activated when a trailer is in tow, stop, disconnect the trailer,
and do not continue to tow the trailer until the tire has been repaired and
re-inflated to the proper air pressure. If the tire cannot be repaired, it must
be replaced with a new full size, PAX/ZP tire, and inflated to the proper
air pressure, before the trailer can be safely towed again.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR
SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES.
CHECK HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE EACH
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
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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 Canada 1–800–363–0583
Ontario 1–800–828–2585
Western Canada 1–800–663–0148
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