2020 TOYOTA AVALON flat tire

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Tire Replacement
Falken recommends replacing your tires when the tread wears down
to the wear bars at 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch), which are located across
the tread in several locations around the tire. If only two tires are be\
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replaced, the two new tires should always be installed on the rear of
the vehicle to aid in preventing your vehicle from hydroplaning, even
if your car is front wheel drive. It’s always recommended to have your
new tires balanced during installation, and alignment checked if the
previous tires show and irregular wear. Tires that have been in use for
6 (six) years or more should continue to be inspected by a qualified tire
specialist, at least annually. It is recommended that any tires 10 (ten)
years old or older from the date of manufacture, including spare tires, \
be replaced with new tires as a precaution even if such tires appear
serviceable and even if they have not reached the legal worn out limit
at 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch).
Tire Repairs
In the event that you get a flat tire while driving, it is best to find a
nearby, safe place to stop and install your spare tire or call a tow truck.
The less distance that you drive on your low or flat tire, the better
chances your tire has of being repairable. Once you are able to get
to your local servicing tire dealer, have them dismount the tire from
the rim and thoroughly inspect the inside of the tire. It is important t\
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know the difference between a proper tire repair and an improper one
because it can be critical to you and your vehicle’s safety. An improper
repair could pose a safety threat to you and your family and could
also affect your tire’s manufacturer warranty. Here are some tips in
determining if your damaged tire can be properly repaired or not:•
Always have the tire removed from the wheel and inspected before
any repair is performed.
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Tires with less than 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch) of tread should NOT
be repaired.
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Never repair a tire with a puncture larger than 6mm
(1/4 of an inch).
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Repairs should be limited to the tread area only.
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Repairs cannot overlap one another.

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free of charge with the same or comparable Falken tire (mounting
and balancing labor covered).
b.
Prorated Replacement
After the first 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch) of wear, a prorated
adjustment credit will be given based on the percentage of
remaining usable tread depth, down to the remaining 1.6mm (2/32
of an inch) tread wear bar indicator (mounting and balancing labor
covered). No credit is given if the tire is worn beyond the flush
appearance of the tread wear bar indicator (less than 1.6mm
(2/32 of an inch) tread depth remaining).
c.
Out-of-Round / Out-of-Balance Replacement
Tires that are deemed to be out-of-round or out-of-balance will be
accepted for adjustment during the first 0.8mm (1/32 of an inch)
of the original tread depth and will be replaced free of charge with
the same or similar Falken tires (mounting and balancing labor
covered). A set of four (4) tires from the same vehicle will not be
accepted for out-of-round or out-of-balance claims.
What Is Not Covered by the Warranty 1.

a. Tires that become unserviceable due to road hazard
damages (cuts, snags, punctures, bruises, impact breaks,
etc.) improper repair technique or materials, improper
inflation, overload, irregular wear, wheel imbalance, defective
mechanical vehicle components (brakes, suspension,
wheels, etc.) improper suspension alignment, accident, fire,
chemical damage, damage from chain use, racing, off-road
use, run flat, improper installation, vandalism, or abuse.
b.
Tires branded “NA” or a tire in which the DOT numbering has
been removed.
c.
Tires that were transferred to another vehicle from the
vehicle in which the tires were originally installed.
d.
Tires having a failure or failures caused by a previous
damages or repairs.
e.
The cost of tire repair or retreading is not covered by this
warranty and will be the sole responsibility of the tire owner.

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2. Possible NON Covered Reasons/Conditions due to:
Owner’s Obligations
At least monthly, the vehicle owner(s) should check the tires’ air
pressure with a gauge and inflate to the recommended cold air
pressure level listed on the driver’s door placard. Do not rely on car
servicers to perform the checks. The tires should be rotated at least
every 8,000km (5,000 miles) or earlier if uneven wear is occurring, and
proof of maintenance records should be kept. The owner(s) should
have the tires rebalanced if vibration is experienced, and the vehicle’s
alignment should be checked if uneven or rapid wear is occurring, or
when suggested by the vehicle’s manufacturer.

All warranty claims must be presented to an authorized Falken
dealer or participating car dealership. The owner(s) must present any
supporting maintenance records and documentation necessary to help
determine if the tire(s) in question are deemed covered by the limited
warranty or not.
Legal Rights
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose shall be limited in duration to the
above period. To the extent permitted by law, Falken Tires shall not
be responsible for incidental or consequential damages, such as loss
of use of the tire or the vehicle on which it is used, inconvenience, or\

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commercial loss, some states do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or \
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights, which vary from state to state. This is the only
express warranty applicable to Falken brand tires and supersedes the
terms of any previous warranty. Falken neither assumes nor authorizes
anyone to make or assume for it any other warranty.
Understanding Your Tires
Tire Speed Symbols
Tires that are speed-rated are identified by the following letter symbols:
Q, S, T, U, H, V, W, Y, (Y), or (ZR). The Speed Rating’s Symbol can
be found as a part of the tire size designation (ex: 215/65HR16) or
after the load index immediately following the tire size designation (ex:
215/65R16 97H). The Speed Rating’s Symbol indicates the maximum
speed that a tire can handle when properly inflated and loaded.
**For tires with speed symbols W and Y, ZR may or may not also
appear within the size designation. For tires with a maximum speed
above 186 MPH a ZR must appear in the size designation.

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Tire Sidewall Labeling
Max Load and Inflation
The maximum load and inflation pressure is marked on the tire sidewall
in English and metric units.
Ply Composition and Materials
The number of plies and their generic composition of cord materials
in the sidewall and tread areas can be found on at least one sidewall
of a tire.
Radial Marking
A radial ply tire will have the word “radial” marked on at least on\
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sidewall. An “R” found in the tire size marking also refers to the tire
being a radial ply tire.

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grade for each tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading
either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Tire Manufacturer Contact Information
CANADA & USA
Sumitomo Rubber North America, Inc.
8656 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730, USA
1-800-723-2553
MEXICO
Eje 114 No.150 Zona Industrial San Luis Potosi
S.L.P. C.P. 78395, MEXICO
1-800-288-5526

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tire at the time of adjustment. If the price of the comparable tire is
$400.00, the cost to you would be $200.00 plus Federal Excise Tax
(U.S. only), mounting, balancing, any other applicable taxes and
government- mandated charges.
(Plus FET [U.S. only], other applicable taxes, government- mandated
charges and mounting and balancing.)
What Is a Comparable Tire?
A “comparable” new Goodyear tire may be either the same line of
tire or, in the event that the same tire is not available, a tire of the
same basic construction and quality with a different sidewall or tread
configuration. If a higher priced tire is accepted as replacement, the
difference in price will be at an additional charge to you.
Any replacement tire provided pursuant to this warranty will be covered \
by the Goodyear warranty in effect at the time of replacement.
What Is Not Covered Under This Limited Warranty?
• Wear conditions or tire damage due to road hazards (including
punctures, cuts, snags, impact breaks, etc.). Wreck, collision, or
fire. Fast wear, irregular wear, heel and toe wear or other wear
conditions.
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Improper inflation, overloading, high-speed spinup, misapplication,
misuse, negligence, racing, chain damage, or improper mounting
or demounting.
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Mechanical condition of the vehicle.
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Chip/chunk conditions on tires intended for highway service.
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Ride disturbance after the first 2/32” (inch) treadwear or due to
damaged wheels or any vehicle condition.
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Any tire intentionally altered after leaving a factory producing

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OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NO OTHER
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY
GOODYEAR OR SHALL BE IMPLIED BY LAW.
LIMITATION OF DAMAGES: IN NO EVENT AND UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL GOODYEAR BE LIABLE TO THE BUYER
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, LOST PROFIT, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS
OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION, PUNITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGE,
COST (INCLUDING FOR REPLACEMENT TRANSPORTATION),
EXPENSE OR LOSS OF ANY KIND. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Note: No Representative or Dealer has authority to make any
representation, promise or agreement on behalf of Goodyear except
as stated herein. Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in
service or otherwise become unserviceable due to conditions beyond
the control of the manufacturer. Under no circumstances is this
warranty a representation that a tire failure cannot occur.
Serious Injury, Death or Property Damage May
Result From
• TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION/OVERLOADING/
MISAPPLICATION. Follow the vehicle owner’s manual or tire
placard in the vehicle.
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TIRE FAILURE DUE TO IMPACT DAMAGE/IMPROPER
MAINTENANCE. Tires should be inspected regularly by a qualified
technician for signs of damage, such as punctures or impacts.
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TIRE FAILURE DUE TO IMPROPER REPAIRS. See U.S. Tire
Manufacturers Association established repair procedures at
www.ustires.org, and/or go to www.goodyear.com for information
on proper repair procedures.
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EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER
MOUNTING. Only specially trained persons should mount tires.
When mounting tires, use a safety cage and a clip-on extension air
hose to inflate.