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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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Goodyear tires to change its appearance (example: white inlay  
on a black tire).
•
 Tires with weather cracking which were purchased more than four 
(4) years prior to presentation for adjustment. If you have no proof 
of purchase date, tires manufactured four (4) or more years prior to 
presentation are not covered.
•
 Material added to a tire after leaving a factory producing Goodyear 
tires (examples: tire fillers, sealants or balancing substances). If 
the added material is the cause of the tire being removed from 
service, the tire will not be adjusted.
•
 Any Goodyear Commercial Truck tire with the word “Mileage” on 
the sidewall.
•
 Tires removed from service due to improper repairs.
•
 Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle, incidental or 
consequential damage.
Note: Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation \
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or 
exclusions may not apply to you.
This limited warranty is applicable only in the U.S. and Canada.
What Is the Premium Radial Medium Truck Tire 
Casing Provision?
Goodyear premium casings in sizes 11R22.5, 11R24.5, 285/75R24.5 
or 295/75R22.5 will be warranted for covered conditions through the 
first retread for a period of seven (7) years from the date of the casing 
DOT serial number or proof of purchase, if available. 

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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.
•
 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.
•
 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.
•
 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 
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What Isn’t Covered
Adjustments will not be made for:A.
 Tires that become unserviceable due to:
1.
 Conditions resulting from road hazard such as (A) impact 
damage, (B) cuts, (C) snags, or (D) punctures.
2.
 Conditions resulting from (A) improper installation, (B) wheel 
misalignment, (C) tire/wheel assembly imbalance, (D) use   
on an improper rim (E) improper mounting or dismounting or 
(F) misapplication.
3.
 Conditions resulting from consumer damage, such as (A) 
improper tire and vehicle maintenance, (D) misuse, abuse, (D) 
accident, (E) under inflation, (F) overloading, (G) failure   
to follow recommended rotation practices
4.
 Ride complaints after the first 25% tread wear.
5.
 Ride complaints on tires branded “Blemish”.
6.
 Use in any commercial, racing, or off-road applications.
7.
 Ozone or weather checking on tires over (4) four years from 
date of manufacture.
8.
 Continued use while being run flat or acute under-inflation.
9.
 Tires stored improperly. or
B.
 Tires that are:
1.
  Worn unevenly and/or show a difference of 2/32” (1.6mm) 
between the grooves.
2.
 Installed on any vehicle other than the vehicle on which they 
were first installed.
3.
 Sold or adjusted outside the United States of America, the 
District of Columbia and Canada
4.
 Acquired as “used” tires.
5.
 Altered in any manner (additional siping, buffing, stud pin   
holes etc.)
6.
 Worn to 2/32” (1.6mm) or more than 72 months old (based on 
date of purchase) whichever occurs first.
7.
 Improperly repaired or with repairs not conforming to the 
Rubber Manufacturer’s Association standards. 

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• The Tire has been properly cared for, and reasonable and 
necessary maintenance has been performed, in accordance with 
the Vehicle Owner’s Manual and/or this Limited Warranty.
•
 The Tire has been operated only under normal service conditions.
•
 The Tire’s owner resides in the United States or Canada.
What Is Warranted and for How Long
• Failures, defects, and malfunctions due to defective materials  
and/or defective workmanship.
•
 Ride problems, vibration problems, and/or out-of-round
•
 Tires, if the Tire is within the first 1/32nd inch of tread depth   
(0.8 mm).
•
 Within 60 months from the date of your purchase of the new 
Vehicle, or at least 2/32nd inch (1.6 mm) of tread depth remaining 
on the Tire, whichever comes first, except if the Tire is a temporary 
spare tire, in which case the tire must be within the first 1/32nds 
inch (0.8 mm) of tread depth.
What Is Not Covered by this Limited Warranty Policy
• Tire failure, defect, malfunction or damage resulting from 
improper operation or maintenance such as, but not limited to, 
overloading, excessive speed and inflation practices causing 
excessive operational temperatures that exceed specifications, 
misapplication, tire/wheel imbalance, vandalism, use of puncture 
sealants and/or chemical corrosion.
•
 Road hazards, including but not limited to cuts, snags, punctures, 
bruises, impact brakes, tire plugs, and/or any other damage 
caused by tire repair.
•
 Ride problems, vibration problems, and/or out-of-round Tires, 
if Maxxis determines the problem is not the result of a defect 
covered under this Limited Warranty, regardless of the tread depth 
of the Tire.
•
 Irregular treadwear resulting from improper wheel alignment, under 
or over inflation, tire abuse (such as spinning), improper mounting 
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all air! That means time to exit from the highway and get to a place 
where the tire can be inspected, replaced, or possibly returned to 
service. The distance that can safely be travelled following an air loss 
incident will depend upon the conditions under which the vehicle is 
operating, the degree of air loss, the extent of the damage causing the \
air loss, the ambient temperature, the load, and the operating speed 
of the vehicle. The fewer miles you travel after an air loss incident, the 
greater the likelihood that the tire can be re-inflated (or, if punctured, 
repaired) and returned to service.
Michelin Tires with the Acoustic Logo Michelin tires with the Acoustic logo are covered  
under this warranty. These tires are treated with 
acoustic foam, and have specific instructions for repair 
by tire professionals at Michelin authorized dealers.
Michelin Tires with the Self-Seal Logo
Michelin tires with the Self-Seal logo are covered   
under this warranty. These tires are designed to seal  
in the event of a puncture, and have specific 
instructions for repair by tire professionals at Michelin 
authorized dealers.
What Conditions And Exclusions Apply?
This warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time, loss of 
use of vehicle, inconvenience or consequential damage. Some states 
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential \
damages, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty limits the length of all express and implied claims. Some \
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, 
so this limitation may not apply to you.
Tires presented for claim remain the property of the consumer, and 
Michelin is not responsible for loss of or damage to tires which are 
in the custody or control of a Michelin tire retailer for the purpose of\
 
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Safety Maintenance Information
Read this Owner’s Manual, the information on the sidewall of your 
tires, your vehicle owner’s manual and the tire information placard 
that came on your vehicle, for essential safety and maintenance 
information.
While you should have complete confidence in your new MICHELIN
® 
tires, it’s important to register your tires so we can contact you 
about any new safety developments. For online tire registration, visit 
tireregistration.com.
Tire Failure – Safety Warning
Any tire may fail as a result of an improperly repaired puncture, 
impact damage, improper inflation, overloading, a crack, a bulge or 
other distortion, or other conditions resulting from use or misuse. Tire 
failures, such as a rapid air loss or a tread and belt detachment, may 
increase risk of injury, death, or property damage. To reduce the risk 
ofa tire failure, you should thoroughly read and follow the instructions\
  
in this manual, your vehicle owner’s manual, the tire information 
placard on the vehicle (located in the vehicle’s door jamb, inside 
the fuel hatch, or on the glove compartment door), and tire sidewall 
information regarding safety warnings, proper tire use, and proper  
tire maintenance.
Controlling a Vehicle When a Tire Failure Occurs
If a tire failure occurs, you may hear a loud noise, feel a vibration, o\
r 
feel the vehicle pull toward the side of the failed tire. If that happen\
s, 
DO NOT BRAKE OR ABRUPTLY TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. 
Instead, slowly remove your foot from the accelerator and hold the 
steering wheel firmly while steering to remain in your lane. Once 
the vehicle has slowed and is fully in your control, apply the brakes 
gently, safely pull over to the shoulder, and come to a stop in the 
safest location possible. Inspect all tires. If any tire looks flat or low , 
or shows detachment or any other damage, replace the wheel and 
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of the event causing air loss, the ambient temperature, the speed at 
which the tire is operated, and the conditions under which the tire 
is operated. In particular, hard braking, cornering, and other sharp 
maneuvers will greatly reduce the length of time the tire can perform at\
 
low or zero inflation. Continuous use of an underinflated tire may lead 
to sudden tire failure and an accident. If a tire at low or zero pressur\
e 
begins to vibrate or cause difficulty in vehicle handling, replace it 
immediately with the temporary spare. If Self-Supporting Zero Pressure 
(ZP) tires are supplied as original equipment, refer to the vehicle 
owner’s manual for complete details on the low tire pressure warning 
system designed to alert you in the event of a low pressure condition.
MICHELIN
® SELF-SUPPORTING ZERO PRESSURE™ (ZP) TIRES 
MUST BE USED ONLY WITH AN OPERATIONAL, MICHELIN 
APPROVED, LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM. Otherwise, 
all provisions of the limited warranty are void. For a list of approved \
systems, see your Michelin tire retailer or call 1-800-847- 3435. NOTE: 
Some MICHELIN Self-Supporting Zero Pressure (ZP) tires can only be 
mounted on special SH-M (Symmetric Hump - Modified) wheels. These 
tires bear the special SH-M designation, molded into the sidewall of 
the tire, next  to the ZP designation. DO NOT MOUNT A TIRE WITH 
THE SH-M DESIGNATION ON THE SIDEWALL ON A STANDARD 
WHEEL. DOING SO VOIDS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND COULD 
CAUSE THE TIRE TO BECOME UNSERVICEABLE AT LOW OR 
ZERO PRESSURE, RESULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY 
OR DEATH. For a list of approved systems, see your participating 
Michelin
® tire retailer, or call 1-800-847-3435. For all types of tires, 
consult your vehicle owner’s manual or the tire information placard 
that came on your vehicle (located in the vehicle’s door jamb, inside 
the fuel hatch, or on the glove compartment door) for recommended 
operating pressures. Recommended operating pressures will be 
provided by a Michelin tire retailer for self-supporting ZP tires. These 
inflation pressures must be maintained as a minimum. Never exceed 
the Maximum Pressure rating shown on the tire sidewall.