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The letter symbols and corresponding design speeds are:
* Any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can, at the tire manufacturer’s option, include a “Z” in the size designation (e.g., 245/40ZR18). If
the load index and the speed symbol are not included, the tire manufactu\
rer must
be consulted for the maximum speed capability (P245/40ZR18 speed capability
is greater than 149 mph [240 km/h]). If a service description is included with the
size description, the speed capability is limited by the speed symbol in\
the service
description (i.e., 235/45ZR17 97W = maximum speed 168 mph [270 km/h]).
** Although no upper limit speed is specified, the indicated tires nonetheless have limited rated speed capability. Call (888) 529-8200 Pacific Time for a referral for more
technical information.
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When a P-metric or metric tire is installed on a light truck (SUV,
pickup, minivan), the load rating is reduced by dividing by 1.1. (This
load reduction factor is prescribed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards (FMVSS) and is based on the expectation that passenger-
type tires may experience more severe loading and usage conditions
when applied to light trucks.) For example, 305/50R20 has a maximum
load capacity of 3086 lbs. If this tire is fitted to a light truck, the actual
allowable load for the tire is 2805 lbs. (3086 lbs. divided by 1.1).
Consult the load and inflation charts that can be found at
www.nittotire.com. Contact Nitto Technical Service with any tire
replacement questions: (888) 529-8200 Pacific Time.
VEHICLES WITH MODIFIED SUSPENSION
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• Treadwear - The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based
on the wear rate of the tire tested under controlled conditions on
a specified government test track. For example, a tire graded
200 would wear twice as long on the government course as a
tire graded 100. It is wrong to link treadwear grades with your
projected tire mileage. The relative performance of the tires
depends upon the actual conditions of their use and may vary
due to driving habits, service practices, differences in road
characteristics, and climate.
•
Traction - The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA, A, B,
and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement
as measured under controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
• Temperature - The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and
C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperatures can cause the materials of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance that all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 139. Grades B and A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
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If you prefer, you may register your tires on our web page at
www.nittotire.com and select “Tire Registration.” Be prepared to
provide the name and address of the dealer, the quantity of tires, and
the DOT serial numbers from the sidewall of the tires.
IMPORTANT! If self-registering tires, make sure to include all letters
and numbers (up to 12 digits) following the letters “DOT” on the tire’s
sidewall near the bead. If you see only four letters next to the letters\
“DOT”, look on the other side of the tire for the full DOT number.
FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION
For service assistance or information, contact your nearest Nitto
dealer.
If you need assistance, please contact your authorized Nitto retailer.
To locate an authorized Nitto dealer, use our dealer locator at
www.nittotire.com, or contact Nitto Technical Services at:
NITTO TIRE U.S.A. INC.
PO BOX 6064
Cypress, California 90630-6064
(888) 529-8200 Pacific Time
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LIMITED WARRANTY (Effective 2/01/2019)
PIRELLI ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT & REPLACEMENT
PASSENGER & LIGHT TRUCK TIRES
What Is Warranted and Who Is Eligible For
Warranty Coverage?
Pirelli Tire LLC (Pirelli), 100 Pirelli Drive, Rome, GA 30161, warrants
that all Pirelli Original Equipment and New Replacement Passenger
and Light Truck tires with a complete D.O.T. identification number and
branded “Pirelli” which are supplied by Pirelli, either directly o\
r through
an authorized Pirelli dealer, and which are mounted on passenger
vehicles and light trucks for primary use within the U.S.A. and Canada
will be free from defects in workmanship and materials. This Limited
Warranty is extended to the first retail purchaser of the tire in the
United States and Canada or to the original owner of the vehicle on
which Pirelli tires come mounted as Original Equipment.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any associated service charges,
including costs associated with mounting and balancing of the tire,
tire rotation, studding, wheel alignment, etc., unless and to the extent\
otherwise expressly stated herein.
Original Equipment and Replacement Tires Definitions
“Original Equipment Tires” are Pirelli tires supplied as original
equipment by the vehicle manufacturer or vehicle dealer on
new vehicles.
“Replacement Tires” are Pirelli tires mounted to your vehicle after the
Original Equipment Tires or any tires from other manufacturers have
been removed from your vehicle.
Any references in this Limited Warranty to “Pirelli tires” without
specification as to Original Equipment Tires or Replacement Tires
should be read as reference to either one or both Original Equipment
Tires or Replacement Tires.
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Other Warranties
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY
GIVEN BY PIRELLI. PIRELLI DOES NOT MAKE ANY OTHER
EXPRESS WARRANTY, AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE DURATION OF
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. PIRELLI DOES NOT AUTHORIZE ANY
OTHER PERSON, INCLUDING AUTHORIZED PIRELLI DEALERS
OR VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, OR VEHICLE DEALERS, TO
CHANGE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR CREATE ANY OTHER
OBLIGATION IN CONNECTION WITH PIRELLI TIRES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
What Is the Standard Limited Warranty Coverage?
If an eligible Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable due to workmanship
or material defects within the first year from the date of purchase
or within the first 2/32” of the original usable tread , whichever
occurs first, the tire will be replaced with an identical or comparable
Pirelli tire at no charge to the owner, including mounting and balancing
(subject to applicable limitations). Miscellaneous fees and taxes are
not covered under this Limited Warranty.
If a Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable due to workmanship or material
defects (other than ride-related complaints and Road Hazard) following
the initial warranty period above, the owner must pay the pro-rata
cost for a comparable Pirelli Replacement Tire. Owner is responsible
for mounting and balancing charges. An authorized Pirelli dealer will
determine the pro-rata cost by multiplying the percentage of
the original usable tread that has been worn by the current dealer
selling price.
When the treadwear indicators become visible (2/32” tread depth
remaining), regardless of age or mileage, the tire is considered to be \
100% worn and will not be covered by this Limited Warranty.
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and Replacement Tires manufactured with Pirelli Run Flat or
PNCS technology.
If a Run Flat or PNCS tire becomes unserviceable due to road hazard
damage within the first year from the date of purchase, or within the
first 2/32” of the original usable tread, whichever occurs first, the Pirelli
tire will be replaced with an identical or comparable tire at no charge \
for the tire to the owner, including mounting and balancing (subject to
applicable limitations).
What Is Not Covered by this Limited Warranty?
• Ride-related claims after the first year of purchase, or after the
first 2/32” of useable tread, whichever comes first. These include,
without limitation, uneven wear due to misalignment, worn
suspension components, mechanical interference and/or improper
inflation, flat spots due to improper transport, improper storage
and/or braking, road irregularities, etc.
•
Irregular wear.
•
Excessive noise emissions.
•
Tires with 2/32” or less tread remaining.
•
Tire damage and surface cracks due to use in low ambient
temperatures (except in winter and all-season Pirelli tires as
defined in the applicable Pirelli Product Catalog).
•
Tire damage due to abuse or misuse, including without limitation:
- improper mounting/dismounting practices, application of
aftermarket wheel protection hardware, abuse, misuse,
or neglect;
- misapplication, including improper fitment, insufficient Speed
Rating, or Load Index, or undersized or oversized tires;
-improper repair, repair not conforming to U.S. Tire
Manufacturers Association standards, or repairs with a self-
vulcanizing plug only or patch only;
- modification by the addition or removal of material or alteration
to change the appearance or performance of the tire;
-recapping, retreading, regrooving or in the studding process;
- tire operation in excess of tire/wheel manufacturers’
specifications and recommendations, including spinning;
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CAUTION :
Please be aware that it is important before fitting the suggested tires,
to ensure that the fitting is allowed by the technical specifications of
the vehicle, the vehicle manufacturer and relevant laws/regulations.
Pirelli does not express any view as to the compatibility of the wheel/
tire combination with the technical specifications for the chassis
and vehicle.
TO MAINTAIN VEHICLE DYNAMICS AND LOAD CARRYING
CAPACITY, REPLACEMENT TIRES MUST ALWAYS HAVE A LOAD
INDEX AND SPEED RATING THAT EQUALS OR EXCEEDS THAT
OF THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES OF THE VEHICLE. FOR
ADDITIONAL TIRE CARE RECOMMENDATIONS, PLEASE REFER
TO THE “TIRE CARE AND SERVICE” SECTION BELOW.
How to Initiate a Claim Under This Limited Warranty
To initiate a warranty claim, the Pirelli tire(s) must be returned to an
authorized Pirelli dealer. If the tire(s) are covered by this Limited
Warranty, the authorized Pirelli dealer will submit the tire to Pirelli.
Pirelli’s Tire Inspection Personnel will then provide the remedy if the
tire is covered by this Limited Warranty.
In order to initiate a claim under the terms of this Limited Warranty,
you must present the affected Pirelli tire(s) along with the proof of
purchase to an authorized Pirelli dealer. Once tires are returned to
Pirelli by an authorized Pirelli dealer and credit has been issued to
such dealer, submitted tires become the property of Pirelli. To locate
an authorized Pirelli dealer in your area, refer to the Dealer Locator a\
t
www.us.pirelli.com.
REMEDY LIMITATIONS (Effective 2/01/2019)
THE RIGHTS AND REMEDIES STATED IN THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY ARE PIRELLI’S ONLY RESPONSIBILITY, AND YOUR
ONLY REMEDIES. ALL OTHER REMEDIES ARE EXCLUDED.
IN NO EVENT SHALL PIRELLI BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGE(S) IN
CONNECTION WITH A PIRELLI TIRE, WHETHER FOR BREACH